Sandefjord 1-0 Tromso – Result & Analysis
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Poisson model rates Sandefjord at 43%, yet in-form Tromso provide a compelling counter-argument — this Sandefjord vs Tromso fixture contains genuine analytical tension.
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Match Analysis
Sandefjord host Tromso at Jotun Arena in Eliteserien, Regular Season - 28. Kick-off is scheduled for Sunday 9 November 2025 at 16:00 UTC.
Form Guide
Sandefjord — All Games: 3W 3D 4L from 10 Eliteserien outings this season, averaging 1.20 points per game. Last five: W W D D L. They are averaging 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.60 — a modest attacking output that tempers optimism on the Over 2.5 market. 2 clean sheets from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. Both teams have scored in 70% of their games — a high BTTS rate that carries real weight in the goals markets. This season is still relatively young for Sandefjord, so this record blends games from this season and last.
Sandefjord's form when playing at home: 6W 1D 3L across 10 games at Jotun Arena this term (1.90 PPG). They are averaging 2.10 goals per home game — a prolific scoring rate in front of their own fans. 5 clean sheets from 10 home games (50%) — they are an exceptionally hard side to score against at Jotun Arena. Their home PPG of 1.90 is noticeably stronger than their overall 1.20 — Sandefjord are significantly better at Jotun Arena than their overall form suggests.
Across all Eliteserien games this season, Tromso have recorded 6W 0D 4L from 10 outings — 1.80 PPG. Last five: W L L W W. They are scoring at 1.70 per game and conceding 1.10. 4 clean sheets in 10 outings (40%) underlines their defensive solidity. This season is still relatively young for Tromso, so this record blends games from this season and last.
On the road, Tromso have gone 6W 1D 3L from 10 away fixtures this term (1.90 PPG). Away from home they average 1.50 goals scored and 1.30 conceded per game.
The form data does not support a straightforward home bias here. Tromso are 0.60 PPG ahead (1.80 vs 1.20), making them the form-guided selection despite the trip.
H2H Record
The previous 8 encounters between these sides heavily favour Tromso, who boast 4 victories compared to 1 for Sandefjord.
The 8 previous meetings have averaged 2.1 goals per game — a neutral rate that provides no strong lean on the goals market from the H2H alone. The most recent clash, on 4 May 2025, ended 1–0 with Sandefjord winning.
It is worth noting that Tromso have a superior record in this fixture despite their visitor status — 4 wins from 8 meetings. Home advantage alone is not a sufficient reason to dismiss that track record.
Trading Patterns
Sandefjord in-play and half-time data (57 games, 28 at home): they score before half-time in 71% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 95% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 52% of those occasions; BTTS occurs in 50% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 68% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 35%.
Tromso in-play and half-time data (57 games, 28 at away): they score before half-time in 68% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 72% of the time; BTTS occurs in 43% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 46% of games (away games); Over 3.5 in 35%.
BTTS rates are mixed from the trading data — Sandefjord 61% versus Tromso 44%; no strong lean in either direction. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (Sandefjord 67% | Tromso 54%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects Sandefjord 1.50 xG and Tromso 1.21 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: Sandefjord attack 0.928 / defence 0.834 | Tromso attack 1.039 / defence 0.910. League average goals — home 1.780 / away 1.390. Data: 57 Sandefjord games / 57 Tromso games used (CurrentSeason).
Result probabilities: Sandefjord 43% | Draw 27% | Tromso 30%. Fair-value odds: Sandefjord 2.33 | Draw 3.70 | Tromso 3.33. This is a low-confidence result — no outcome exceeds 45%. The draw at 27% is a primary outcome, not an afterthought.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 51% | BTTS probability 55% | Total xG 2.71. Over/Under 2.5 is close to a coin-flip at 51%/49% — the total xG of 2.71 sits near the 2.5 margin; this is a low-edge market from a Poisson standpoint. BTTS probability of 55% is moderate — neither team is projected to score with enough certainty to make Yes a clear standalone call.
Analysis Verdict
On the Poisson output, Sandefjord are the pick at 43% — marginal model lean. Note a divergence: in-form Tromso (1.80 PPG) cuts against the Poisson lean — consider the strength-adjusted model over surface-level form results. With a 27% draw probability, Draw No Bet on Sandefjord offers a more defensible entry point than the straight win. The opposing side holds a 30% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should be staked accordingly.
On the goals line, Poisson's 2.71 combined xG gives a 51% probability to Over 2.5 — reasonable, supported by form averaging 3.0 goals per game.
Poisson assigns a 55% probability to BTTS Yes based on the attack/defence strength model. Form rates are neutral: Sandefjord 40% | Tromso 50%.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: Sandefjord vs Tromso | Competition: Eliteserien, Regular Season - 28 | Venue: Jotun Arena • Kick-off: Sunday 9 Nov 2025, 16:00 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: Sandefjord 43% | Draw 27% | Tromso 30% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 51% | BTTS 55% | xG Sandefjord 1.50 / Tromso 1.21 • Poisson strength factors: Sandefjord attack 0.928 / def 0.834 | Tromso attack 1.039 / def 0.910 | league avg home 1.780 / away 1.390 • Poisson stance: Sandefjord (43%) — low confidence — close contest
🧮 Prediction Model
1.50
Sandefjord xG
Expected Goals
1.21
Tromso xG
55%
BTTS
76%
Over 1.5
51%
Over 2.5
29%
Over 3.5
Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓
⚠️ This analysis is generated algorithmically from statistical data and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice. Please gamble responsibly.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Sandefjord vs Tromso kick off?
Sandefjord vs Tromso kicked off at 16:00 on Sunday 9 November 2025 at Jotun Arena.
What was the final score in Sandefjord vs Tromso?
Sandefjord 1 - 0 Tromso.
Where is Sandefjord vs Tromso being played?
The match is being played at Jotun Arena.
What competition is Sandefjord vs Tromso part of?
Sandefjord vs Tromso is a Regular Season - 28 fixture in the Eliteserien (Norway).
Who is favourite to win Sandefjord vs Tromso?
Our statistical model gives Sandefjord a 43% chance of winning, Tromso a 30% chance, and a 27% chance of a draw — making Sandefjord the favourite.
Will both teams score in Sandefjord vs Tromso?
Our model estimates a 55% probability that both Sandefjord and Tromso will score (BTTS).
Will Sandefjord vs Tromso have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 51%.
What is the head-to-head record between Sandefjord and Tromso?
Record (8 meetings): Sandefjord 1W | Draws 3 | Tromso 4W.
What form are Sandefjord and Tromso in?
Sandefjord (all comps): 3W-3D-4L in 10 | 1.20 PPG | GF 1.30 / GA 1.60 | L5 W-W-D-D-L. Tromso (all comps): 6W-0D-4L in 10 | 1.80 PPG | GF 1.70 / GA 1.10 | L5 W-L-L-W-W.
🧮 Model Insight
Model Mechanics
Sandefjord's attacking strength (0.93x league average) is weighed against Tromso's defensive record (0.91x) to produce a home expected-goals figure of 1.50. The same calculation in reverse, Tromso's attack versus Sandefjord's defence, projects 1.21 expected goals for the visitors.
These ratings are built from 57/57 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.
Most Likely Scorelines
The model's single most probable exact score is 1-1, at 13.6%. Close behind: 2-1 (9.1%), 1-0 (8.5%). Those top three scorelines alone account for 31% of the model's total probability mass — a relatively concentrated, predictable distribution for this fixture.
Most Likely Outcome
Sandefjord Win
43%
2.31
27%
3.68
30%
3.38
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
1 – 1
12.1%
Draw
Most likely
1 – 0
10.0%
Home win
2 – 1
9.1%
Home win
Expected Goals & Win Odds
1.50
Sandefjord xG
Total xG
2.71
1.21
Tromso xG
2.31
43%
Home win
3.68
27%
Draw
3.38
30%
Away win
Goals Markets
75%
Over 1.5
1.33
25%
Under 1.5
4.00
51%
Over 2.5
1.96
49%
Under 2.5
2.04
29%
Over 3.5
3.45
71%
Under 3.5
1.41
14%
Over 4.5
7.14
86%
Under 4.5
1.16
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
55%
BTTS Yes
1.81
45%
BTTS No
2.24
Clean Sheet
30%
3.34
22%
4.50
Win to Nil
13%
7.71
7%
15.19
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 6.7 | 8.0 | 4.8 | 1.9 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
| 1 | 10.0 | 12.1 | 7.3 | 2.9 | 0.9 | 0.2 |
| 2 | 7.5 | 9.1 | 5.5 | 2.2 | 0.7 | 0.2 |
| 3 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 2.7 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| 4 | 1.4 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.1 | – |
| 5 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.1 | – | – |
Green = home win · Grey = draw · Amber = away win · Outlined cell = most likely score
▶ Model Internals
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most likely scoreline for Sandefjord vs Tromso?
Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 13.6%.
How many goals are Sandefjord and Tromso expected to score?
The model projects 1.50 expected goals for Sandefjord and 1.21 for Tromso, a combined total of 2.71.
How confident is the prediction model for Sandefjord vs Tromso?
Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 43%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.
📈 Form Insight
Where Both Sides Stand
Sandefjord's recent record stands at 21W 10D 26L from 57 games, a 1.28 PPG return, with W-W-D-D-L in the last five. The sample for Sandefjord is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
Tromso, meanwhile, have gone 25W 9D 23L across 57 games — 1.47 PPG, with W-L-L-W-W in their last five. The sample for Tromso is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
Form-wise this is close to level: Sandefjord on 1.28 PPG, Tromso on 1.47. Other factors will likely decide this one more than recent results.
Home Ground vs the Road
At home specifically, Sandefjord have managed 16W 3D 9L from 28 games — 1.82 PPG in front of their own supporters. That's noticeably better than their 1.28 PPG overall — Sandefjord are a different proposition at home than their general record suggests.
Tromso's away record stands at 11W 4D 13L across 28 trips, a 1.32 PPG haul.
Comparing the two in their relevant venue splits, Sandefjord come out ahead — a more targeted read than the overall PPG figures above, since it strips out games played in the opposite context.
The Goals Picture
Sandefjord are averaging 1.53 goals scored and 1.51 conceded per game recently; Tromso are on 1.40 scored and 1.37 conceded.
On BTTS specifically: Sandefjord have seen both teams score in 61% of their recent games.
Defensively: Tromso in 35% — worth knowing if you're weighing up clean-sheet or BTTS-No markets.
Last 57 Results — Eliteserien
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
Sandefjord
Blended
Tromso
Blended
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are Sandefjord and Tromso in coming into this match?
Sandefjord have gone 21W 10D 26L in their last 57 games (1.28 PPG), while Tromso have gone 25W 9D 23L in their last 57 (1.47 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — Sandefjord at home or Tromso away?
Sandefjord's home record (1.82 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Sandefjord at home: 1.82 PPG; Tromso away: 1.32 PPG.
Have Sandefjord or Tromso been keeping clean sheets recently?
Sandefjord have kept a clean sheet in 21% of their recent games, Tromso in 35%.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
A Look Back
The fixture history between Sandefjord and Tromso runs to 10 recorded meetings, the earliest dating back to August 2021. Every recorded meeting has come in Eliteserien. They last met on 26 April 2026, roughly 4 months ago.
Digging Into the Numbers
The biggest gap between the sides came on 30 Jul 2022, when Tromso won 3-0 — the largest margin of victory on record between these two.
Sandefjord's record when hosting Tromso specifically: 1W 3D 1L from 5 games — a narrower, venue-specific slice of the head-to-head picture.
Last 10 Meetings
2
Sandefjord
3
Draws
5
Tromso
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Sandefjord and Tromso?
From 10 meetings on record, Sandefjord have won 2, Tromso have won 5, and 3 have been drawn.
When did Sandefjord and Tromso last play each other?
They last met on 26 April 2026, when Tromso 3-1 Sandefjord.
Who has won more matches between Sandefjord and Tromso?
Tromso have the better head-to-head record, with 5 wins from 10 meetings.
📈 Trading Insight
Half-Time Trends
Sandefjord are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 71% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 39% of the time. They've also shown some fight from behind, salvaging a draw or win after trailing at half-time in 11% of those situations.
Tromso are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 68% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 29% of the time.
The Numbers That Matter
BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — Sandefjord 50%, Tromso 43% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.
Over 2.5 has been close to a coin-flip for both sides — 68% (Sandefjord) and 46% (Tromso). Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 32% and 36% respectively — worth a look for goal-hungry markets.
On the defensive side: Sandefjord keep a clean sheet in 32% of their matches; Tromso in 36%.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = Sandefjord home games / Tromso away games. HT metrics require half-time score data — shown as — where unavailable.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do both teams usually score when Sandefjord play Tromso?
Not especially — both teams scoring has occurred in only 50% of Sandefjord's recent matches and 43% of Tromso's, a rate that leans toward BTTS No.
Is Sandefjord vs Tromso usually a high-scoring fixture?
Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 68% of Sandefjord's matches and 46% of Tromso's.
Do Sandefjord and Tromso tend to score early?
Sandefjord have had a goal before half-time in 71% of their recent matches, Tromso in 68% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
Prediction vindicated as Sandefjord edge out Tromso 1-0.
📝 Match Report
How It Unfolded
Sandefjord beat Tromso 1-0 at Jotun Arena, Regular Season - 28, in the Eliteserien. The remainder of the report sets that outcome against the pre-match model, the markets and the teams' data profiles.
The Model vs The Result
The Poisson model went into this projecting Sandefjord 1.50 xG and Tromso 1.21 xG, a combined 2.71. The scoreboard read 1-0 for 1 actual goal. Tromso landed 1.2 under their projected return. Those figures were built on strength ratings of Sandefjord attack 0.93 / defence 0.83 against Tromso attack 1.04 / defence 0.91, drawn from 57/57 games (CurrentSeason).
On the result, the model split it Sandefjord 43% | Draw 27% | Tromso 30%, with Sandefjord to win its most likely call at 43%. The result followed the model's preferred path, landing its top-rated outcome.
Goals & Markets
The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 51%. The game delivered 1, so it stayed under — against the model's lean. Over 1.5 had been 76% and missed. On both teams to score, the model sat at 55% and the match did not — a miss on BTTS. Historically the two sides average 61% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (Sandefjord 67%, Tromso 54%), a base rate that pointed the other way from today's under. Their combined BTTS history runs at 53%, which did not match the one-sided outcome.
Trading Patterns vs Reality
Sandefjord's trading profile (57 games, 28 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 61% of their matches — today it did not.
Tromso's trading profile (57 games, 28 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 44% of their matches — today it did not; they keep a clean sheet 35% of the time, and conceded here; they fail to score in 30% of games, a blank that repeated today.
Form vs Result
The form lines were close — Sandefjord 1.28 PPG, Tromso 1.47 PPG — offering no strong steer, and the Sandefjord win broke the near-deadlock. Sandefjord (home/away splits) managed 1 against a 1.82 scoring average — below par going forward and conceded 0 against a 1.18 average — tighter than their form line. Tromso (home/away splits) managed 0 against a 1.18 scoring average — below par going forward.
Verdict
Grading the result against the stored data, 1 of 3 pre-match signals came in: result (hit), Over 2.5 (miss), BTTS (miss). This one broke away from the data — most of the pre-match signals were overturned by how the ninety minutes actually played out.
💡 Key Insights
⚠️ This match report is generated algorithmically from the final score, our prediction model, and each team's historical form and trading data. Analysis is for informational purposes only.