Viking 1-1 Brann – Result & Analysis
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Poisson rates Brann at 42% — current form provides partial corroboration, though signals are mixed in this Viking vs Brann encounter.
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Full Analysis
SR-Bank Arena plays host to Viking versus Brann in Eliteserien, Regular Season - 3. Kick-off: Sunday 14 April 2024 at 13:30 UTC.
Current Form
Viking's overall Eliteserien record this term: 4W 1D 5L from 10 games (1.30 PPG). Last five: L L W W L. Offensively they are averaging 1.70 goals per game, with 2.20 conceded. However, 2.20 goals conceded per game is a concern — opposing attacks have exploited them regularly. 2 clean sheets from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation.
Viking's home record at SR-Bank Arena: 7W 1D 2L from 10 Eliteserien appearances (2.20 PPG). They are averaging 2.30 goals per home game — a prolific scoring rate in front of their own fans. Both teams have scored in 80% of their home games — an outstanding BTTS rate that is a key data point for this fixture. Their home PPG of 2.20 is noticeably stronger than their overall 1.30 — Viking are significantly better at SR-Bank Arena than their overall form suggests.
Brann (all games): 8W 1D 1L across 10 Eliteserien outings this term — 2.50 points per game. Last five: D W W W L. They are scoring at 1.90 per game and conceding 1.10. 3 clean sheets from 10 outings suggests some defensive organisation. Both teams have scored in 60% of their games — a noteworthy BTTS rate that supports the Yes market.
On the road, Brann have gone 5W 1D 4L from 10 away fixtures this term (1.60 PPG). Away from home they average 1.20 goals scored and 1.30 conceded per game. 4 clean sheets from 10 away games (40%) shows they are capable of shutting up shop on the road. Their away PPG of 1.60 is notably below their overall 2.50 — form away from home has been a clear weakness this season.
Brann arrive in superior form — a 1.20 PPG advantage (2.50 vs 1.30) that offsets much of the home-ground benefit. The away side are the form pick, with draw protection the sensible way to manage the home-field uncertainty.
Head-to-Head
Across 5 previous meetings, Viking are the stronger side on paper — 5 victories to 0, with 0 draws in between.
Attacking output has been a hallmark of this fixture. At 2.8 goals per game across 5 meetings, the Over 2.5 has a statistically grounded case from the head-to-head record alone. The most recent clash, on 30 Jul 2023, ended 2–0 with Viking winning.
From a betting standpoint, the H2H backs both Viking and goals. The home side's 5 wins from 5 meetings, combined with an average of 2.8 goals per game, gives the home win and Over 2.5 combination a historically grounded case.
Trading & In-Play
Viking — key trading statistics (30 games, 15 at home): they score before half-time in 60% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 100% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 70% of those occasions; BTTS occurs in 80% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 67% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 47%.
Brann — key trading statistics (30 games, 15 at away): they score before half-time in 93% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 75% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 50% of those occasions; they lead at the break 47% of the time; BTTS occurs in 47% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 47% of games (away games); Over 3.5 in 37%.
From a combined perspective, both sides have high BTTS rates — Viking 63% and Brann 57% — which reinforces the BTTS Yes angle from in-play data. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (Viking 60% | Brann 60%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects Viking 1.48 xG and Brann 1.66 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: Viking attack 1.037 / defence 0.969 | Brann attack 1.256 / defence 1.040. League average goals — home 1.371 / away 1.363. Brann have an above-average attack strength of 1.256 — the away xG of 1.66 is driven by genuine attacking quality on the road. Data: 32 Viking games / 32 Brann games used (Blended). A blend of current and prior-season data is applied to stabilise estimates early in the campaign.
Result probabilities: Viking 34% | Draw 24% | Brann 42%. Fair-value odds: Viking 2.94 | Draw 4.17 | Brann 2.38. This is a low-confidence result — no outcome exceeds 45%. The draw at 24% is a primary outcome, not an afterthought.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 61% | BTTS probability 63% | Total xG 3.14. Over 2.5 holds a meaningful probability edge at 61% — the 3.14 total xG provides moderate support, though the model is not projecting a high-scoring game. BTTS Yes at 63% reflects that both xG figures (1.48 / 1.66) are above the threshold where scoring blanks become the primary outcome — both sides are projected to find the net.
Verdict
Viking dominate the H2H record, yet Brann are the in-form side right now — historical edge versus current momentum creates a genuine dilemma.
The Poisson model's primary lean is Brann at 42% — marginal model lean. Current-season form corroborates the Poisson lean — partial multi-source support. Draw probability of 24% warrants consideration of Double Chance or Draw No Bet on Brann if the outright odds are short. The opposing side holds a 34% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should be staked accordingly.
Poisson projects 3.14 total expected goals, pointing to Over 2.5 at 61% probability — strong conviction, supported by form averaging 3.3 goals per game and H2H averaging 2.8 goals per meeting.
On the BTTS market, Poisson puts 63% on Yes. Form rates corroborate: Viking 80% | Brann 40% BTTS from recent games.
The outsider holds a 34% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should not be treated as one. Proportionate stakes are appropriate given the genuine contest the data projects. The Poisson model is drawing on Blended data (32 games minimum) — early-season projections carry additional uncertainty. Weight the live form and odds signals accordingly.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: Viking vs Brann | Competition: Eliteserien, Regular Season - 3 | Venue: SR-Bank Arena • Kick-off: Sunday 14 Apr 2024, 13:30 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: Viking 34% | Draw 24% | Brann 42% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 61% | BTTS 63% | xG Viking 1.48 / Brann 1.66 • Poisson strength factors: Viking attack 1.037 / def 0.969 | Brann attack 1.256 / def 1.040 | league avg home 1.371 / away 1.363 • Poisson stance: Brann (42%) — low confidence — close contest
🧮 Prediction Model
1.48
Viking xG
Expected Goals
1.66
Brann xG
63%
BTTS
82%
Over 1.5
61%
Over 2.5
38%
Over 3.5
Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Viking vs Brann kick off?
Viking vs Brann kicked off at 13:30 on Sunday 14 April 2024 at SR-Bank Arena.
What was the final score in Viking vs Brann?
Viking 1 - 1 Brann.
Where is Viking vs Brann being played?
The match is being played at SR-Bank Arena.
What competition is Viking vs Brann part of?
Viking vs Brann is a Regular Season - 3 fixture in the Eliteserien (Norway).
Who is favourite to win Viking vs Brann?
Our statistical model gives Viking a 34% chance of winning, Brann a 42% chance, and a 24% chance of a draw — making Brann the favourite.
Will both teams score in Viking vs Brann?
Our model estimates a 63% probability that both Viking and Brann will score (BTTS).
Will Viking vs Brann have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 61%.
What is the head-to-head record between Viking and Brann?
Record (5 meetings): Viking 5W | Draws 0 | Brann 0W.
What form are Viking and Brann in?
Viking (all comps): 4W-1D-5L in 10 | 1.30 PPG | GF 1.70 / GA 2.20 | L5 L-L-W-W-L. Brann (all comps): 8W-1D-1L in 10 | 2.50 PPG | GF 1.90 / GA 1.10 | L5 D-W-W-W-L.
🧮 Model Insight
Behind the Numbers
The model rates Viking's attack at 1.04x the league average against Brann's defence at 1.04x — combine the two and it projects 1.48 expected goals for the hosts. Flip it around — Brann's attack (1.26x) against Viking's defence (0.97x) — and the away total comes out at 1.66.
The sample (32/32 games) mixes this season and last, since the current campaign is still relatively young.
Scoreline Breakdown
Of every possible scoreline, 1-1 carries the highest individual probability at 12.0% — still a long way from a near-certainty, which says something about how open this one is on paper. Close behind: 1-2 (8.8%), 2-1 (7.9%). Together the top three scorelines make up 29% of the probability — a moderately spread distribution, typical of a competitive match-up.
Most Likely Outcome
Brann Win
34%
2.91
24%
4.24
42%
2.38
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
1 – 1
10.6%
Draw
Most likely
1 – 2
8.8%
Away win
2 – 1
7.9%
Home win
Expected Goals & Win Odds
1.48
Viking xG
Total xG
3.14
1.66
Brann xG
2.91
34%
Home win
4.24
24%
Draw
2.38
42%
Away win
Goals Markets
82%
Over 1.5
1.22
18%
Under 1.5
5.56
61%
Over 2.5
1.64
39%
Under 2.5
2.56
38%
Over 3.5
2.63
62%
Under 3.5
1.61
21%
Over 4.5
4.76
79%
Under 4.5
1.27
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
63%
BTTS Yes
1.60
37%
BTTS No
2.67
Clean Sheet
19%
5.25
23%
4.39
Win to Nil
7%
15.28
10%
10.44
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 4.3 | 7.2 | 6.0 | 3.3 | 1.4 | 0.5 |
| 1 | 6.4 | 10.6 | 8.8 | 4.9 | 2.0 | 0.7 |
| 2 | 4.7 | 7.9 | 6.5 | 3.6 | 1.5 | 0.5 |
| 3 | 2.3 | 3.9 | 3.2 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.2 |
| 4 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| 5 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 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 Viking vs Brann?
Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 12.0%.
How many goals are Viking and Brann expected to score?
The model projects 1.48 expected goals for Viking and 1.66 for Brann, a combined total of 3.14.
How confident is the prediction model for Viking vs Brann?
Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 42%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.
📈 Form Insight
The Form Picture
Viking's recent record stands at 18W 4D 8L from 30 games, a 1.93 PPG return, with L-L-W-W-L in the last five.
Brann, meanwhile, have gone 19W 4D 7L across 30 games — 2.03 PPG, with D-W-W-W-L in their last five.
There isn't much between them on recent form — 1.93 PPG for Viking against 2.03 for Brann. Neither side arrives with a clear form advantage.
Home & Away Splits
At home specifically, Viking have managed 10W 2D 3L from 15 games — 2.13 PPG in front of their own supporters.
Brann's away record stands at 7W 2D 6L across 15 trips, a 1.53 PPG haul. That's a step down from their 2.03 PPG overall record — away form has been the weaker part of Brann's season.
Comparing the two in their relevant venue splits, Viking come out ahead — a more targeted read than the overall PPG figures above, since it strips out games played in the opposite context.
Scoring & Defensive Trends
Viking are averaging 2.03 goals scored and 1.60 conceded per game recently; Brann are on 1.83 scored and 1.17 conceded. Both sides have been scoring freely, which tends to support the goals markets running hot in this fixture.
On BTTS specifically: Viking have seen both teams score in 63% of their recent games.
Last 30 Results — Eliteserien
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
Viking
Current Season
Brann
Current Season
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are Viking and Brann in coming into this match?
Viking have gone 18W 4D 8L in their last 30 games (1.93 PPG), while Brann have gone 19W 4D 7L in their last 30 (2.03 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — Viking at home or Brann away?
Viking's home record (2.13 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Viking at home: 2.13 PPG; Brann away: 1.53 PPG.
Have Viking or Brann been keeping clean sheets recently?
Viking have kept a clean sheet in 23% of their recent games, Brann in 30%.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
History of the Fixture
On record, these two have faced off 10 times since December 2020 — enough meetings to establish some real patterns. Every recorded meeting has come in Eliteserien. They last met on 18 April 2026, roughly 3 months ago.
Records & Recent Trends
Viking go into this on the back of 2 straight wins in the series — the current momentum sits squarely with them.
For context on how one-sided this fixture can get: Viking won 3-0 on 5 Oct 2025, the biggest margin either side has managed in the series.
Specifically as hosts in this fixture, Viking have gone 5W 1D 0L from 6 meetings on their own ground against Brann — worth weighing alongside the overall series record.
Last 10 Meetings
7
Viking
2
Draws
1
Brann
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Viking and Brann?
From 10 meetings on record, Viking have won 7, Brann have won 1, and 2 have been drawn.
When did Viking and Brann last play each other?
They last met on 18 April 2026, when Viking 3-2 Brann.
Who has won more matches between Viking and Brann?
Viking have the better head-to-head record, with 7 wins from 10 meetings.
📈 Trading Insight
How These Sides Start
Viking are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 60% of their matches. They've also shown some fight from behind, salvaging a draw or win after trailing at half-time in 20% of those situations.
Brann are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 93% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 40% of the time.
Goals & Clean Sheets
BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — Viking 80%, Brann 47% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.
Over 2.5 has been close to a coin-flip for both sides — 67% (Viking) and 47% (Brann). Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 60% and 27% respectively — worth a look for goal-hungry markets.
On the defensive side: Brann in 33%.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = Viking home games / Brann away games. HT metrics require half-time score data — shown as — where unavailable.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do both teams usually score when Viking play Brann?
Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 80% of Viking's games and 47% of Brann's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.
Is Viking vs Brann usually a high-scoring fixture?
Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 67% of Viking's matches and 47% of Brann's.
Do Viking and Brann tend to score early?
Viking have had a goal before half-time in 60% of their recent matches, Brann in 93% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
Viking and Brann share the spoils in a 1-1 draw.
📝 Match Report
How It Unfolded
Viking and Brann finished level at 1-1 at SR-Bank Arena, Regular Season - 3, 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 Viking 1.48 xG and Brann 1.66 xG, a combined 3.14. The scoreboard read 1-1 for 2 actual goals. Both sides finished within a goal of their individual projections, so the scoreline sat close to the model's expected shape. Those figures were built on strength ratings of Viking attack 1.04 / defence 0.97 against Brann attack 1.26 / defence 1.04, drawn from 32/32 games (Blended).
On the result, the model split it Viking 34% | Draw 24% | Brann 42%, with Brann to win its most likely call at 42%. Instead the game produced a draw, an outcome the model had rated at just 24% — a clear break from expectation and a genuine upset by the numbers.
Goals & Markets
The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 61%. The game delivered 2, so it stayed under — against the model's lean. Over 1.5 had been 82% and landed. On both teams to score, the model sat at 63% and the match saw both sides score — another call in the model's favour. Historically the two sides average 60% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (Viking 60%, Brann 60%), a base rate that pointed the other way from today's under. Their combined BTTS history runs at 60%, which matched the both-scored outcome.
Trading Patterns vs Reality
Viking's trading profile (30 games, 15 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 63% of their matches — today it did.
Brann's trading profile (30 games, 15 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 57% of their matches — today it did; they keep a clean sheet 30% of the time, and conceded here.
Form vs Result
The form lines were close — Viking 1.93 PPG, Brann 2.03 PPG — offering no strong steer, and the draw fit that even billing. Viking (home/away splits) managed 1 against a 2.60 scoring average — below par going forward and conceded 1 against a 1.87 average — tighter than their form line.
Verdict
Grading the result against the stored data, 1 of 3 pre-match signals came in: result (miss), Over 2.5 (miss), BTTS (hit). 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.