Sarpsborg 08 FF have shown resilience in recent away fixtures, including clean-sheet displays against Sparta Sarpsborg and Tromso. Follo have struggled defensively in recent weeks, conceding eight goals across their last three matches. Backing Sarpsborg 08 FF on the double chance accounts for potential knockout cup competitiveness while reflecting the visitors greater defensive solidity.
Follo vs Sarpsborg 08 FF prediction
- Round
- Round of 64
- Venue
- Ski Stadion, Ski
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Recent form
Last 5 matches · 1W-1D-3L · -4 goal difference
Last 5 matches · 2W-1D-2L · -1 goal difference
Our verdict
BetGenius backs Sarpsborg 08 FF or Draw (Double Chance) at 76% confidence — a strong call. Total goals: Over 2.5 Goals.
Match preview
Follo host Sarpsborg 08 FF in the Round of 64 of the Norwegian Cup, looking to test themselves against higher-tier cup opposition. Follo enter this cup tie with mixed recent results across all competitions, having registered one victory, one draw, and three defeats in their last five fixtures while conceding ten goals in that span.
Sarpsborg 08 FF arrive after a run of tight encounters, including draws against Fredrikstad, Valerenga, and Tromso, alongside a 2-0 cup triumph over Sparta Sarpsborg. Their defensive setup has shown greater stability on the road, where they have avoided defeat in several recent outings.
With Follo displaying defensive vulnerabilities in recent matches and Sarpsborg 08 FF proving tough to break down on their travels, the away side holds the advantage in control and overall quality in this knockout fixture.
Key factors
- Follo have conceded ten goals across their last five matches in all competitions.
- Sarpsborg 08 FF kept clean sheets in two of their last three away fixtures.
- Sarpsborg 08 FF advanced in the cup with a 2-0 away win against Sparta Sarpsborg.
- Follo have managed only one win in their last five competitive outings.
Team news
Follo
Team news unavailable for this fixture.
Sarpsborg 08 FF
- F. CarstensenInjury
- M. OpokuAnkle Injury
Statistical comparison
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Follo have been involved in multiple high-scoring contests recently, conceding ten goals across their last five matches, including five against Levanger and two each against Kjelsas and Honefoss. Sarpsborg 08 FF have also seen plenty of goal action, scoring twice in their cup victory over Sparta Sarpsborg and participating in high-event games such as a 2-2 draw with Valerenga and a 1-3 loss to KFUM Oslo. Follo's regular defensive lapses paired with Sarpsborg's attacking threat create strong conditions for three or more goals to be scored.
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Published September 29, 2026. Form, team news and table context refresh automatically.

