Stabaek host Ranheim at Nadderud Stadion, Bekkestua on Wednesday, Aug 26 at 7:00 PM in the 1. Division.

Stabaek come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Ranheim travel in mixed form (2W 1D 2L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

In 10 previous meetings, Stabaek lead 5–3 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Stabaek a slight edge, but Ranheim are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.