| Rosenborg is entering into this fixture with strong momentum at home, having secured impressive results including a 3-0 victory over Kristiansund and a 2-1 win against Molde. They will look to control tempo from the opening whistle. Fredrikstad is struggling defensively with no clean sheet in 19 consecutive matches. Recent away form has been tough, including losses to Bodo/Glimt and Valerenga (3-1). Freyr Alexandersson will have to cope without Dino Islamovic and Simen Bolkan Nordli. For the guests Sondre Sorlokk and Sigurd Kvile are missing the game. The hosts will try to use high press, dominate the midfield will be crucial. An early goal within the first 30 minutes will force Fredrikstad to go out of their defensive shell. The guests will try to utilize quick counter-attacks into open spaces when Rosenborg's full-backs push high. They will also try to capitalize on corners and long free-kicks as primary goal-scoring opportunities. |
