Aalesund and Viking meet at Color Line Stadion, Aalesund on Sunday, Jul 26 at 7:15 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Eliteserien. Viking hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Aalesund come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 2D 1L). Viking, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (5W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Despite playing at home, Aalesund face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Viking have won 5 of 10 encounters, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Viking won 1–0. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.6 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Viking arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Aalesund. Viking to win.