Aalesund - Vaalerenga

Sunday afternoon at Color Line Stadion sees Aalesund host Vaalerenga for matchday 18 of the Eliteserien. The visitors will look to replicate their dominant 6-1 victory over Aalesund from 16 July, a result that forms part of a mixed recent run for Vaalerenga. They have secured wins against Brann and Aalesund but suffered defeats to Bodoe/Glimt and Hamarkameratene in their last five league outings.

Aalesund, meanwhile, have struggled for consistency, with their recent form showing three draws and two defeats in their last five matches, including that heavy loss to Vaalerenga. The expected starting lineups suggest an attacking setup for the home side, but they will need to shore up their defence against a Vaalerenga team that, despite recent setbacks, has shown it can score freely. The absence of Fidel Brice Ambina for Vaalerenga could offer Aalesund an opportunity to exploit.