Fredrikstad vs Molde prediction, H2H and probable lineups — 12 July 2025
On July 12, 2025, another round of the Norwegian Eliteserien will feature a clash between Fredrikstad and Molde. Kick-off is scheduled for 18:00 Central European Time. Let's take a look at the odds for both teams to score in this encounter.
Fredrikstad
After a long absence from the top tier of Norwegian football, Fredrikstad made their return to the elite division in 2023 by winning the OBOS-ligaen. The comeback was a resounding success: in their very first season back, the team finished in an impressive sixth place in the Eliteserien and sensationally won the Norwegian Cup, defeating Molde in the final on penalties.
In the new 2025 season, Fredrikstad started with certain ambitions and, after 13 rounds, currently sit eighth in the league table. However, the team has hit a rough patch in recent weeks — they haven't tasted victory in seven consecutive matches. Their last win dates back to mid-May when they edged Oslo 1-0 at home. Since then, they've been knocked out of the Norwegian Cup by Lillestrøm on penalties, and have suffered four defeats and two draws in the league. In the previous round, Fredrikstad drew 1-1 away to Vålerenga.
Since returning to the Eliteserien, Fredrikstad and Molde have faced off three times. Two of those matches ended in goalless 0-0 draws, while Molde claimed a commanding 6-1 victory in the other.
Molde
Molde is one of Norway's most decorated clubs, but in recent years they've struggled to live up to their lofty reputation. Their last league title came in 2022. Last season, Molde finished only fifth, and the start of this campaign has been even more disappointing.
After 13 rounds, Molde sits 12th in the table, just two points above the relegation zone — a result clearly at odds with the club's ambitions. They've also crashed out of the Norwegian Cup, losing to Kristiansund in the Round of 16.
Molde's form is cause for concern: in their last four Eliteserien matches, they've lost three, including back-to-back defeats — 0-1 away to Tromsø and 2-3 at home to Oslo.
Nevertheless, Molde has dominated recent head-to-heads with Fredrikstad. Over the last 10 meetings, they've not lost in regulation time, racking up 7 wins and 3 draws. Fredrikstad's most recent league victory over Molde dates all the way back to 2008.
Probable lineups
- Fredrikstad: Fischer, Voledzi, Fredriksen, Rafn, Eid, Shane, Owusu, Molde, Olenshlager, Holten, Skogvold.
- Molde: Karlstrøm, Kosa, Eivann, Haugan, Lund, Enggard, Daga, Hestad, Eikrem, Berisha, Gulbrandsen.
Interesting facts and head-to-head stats
- Fredrikstad has failed to win 7 of their last 8 matches.
- Molde has lost 4 of their last 5 matches.
- 6 of Molde's last 8 games have seen over 2.5 goals.
- Both teams have scored in 3 of Molde's last 4 matches.
- Molde is unbeaten in their last 9 head-to-head encounters with Fredrikstad.
Fredrikstad vs Molde match prediction
Both teams come into this fixture in poor form: Fredrikstad are winless in seven straight, while Molde have lost three of their last four league games. Despite their current slump, Molde still boasts one of the strongest squads in Norway and will be eager to break out of their crisis. At the same time, Fredrikstad are playing at home and can put up a fight against any opponent. Given both teams' defensive instability, we can expect an open game with goals on both sides. My pick for this match — both teams to score at odds of 1.75.
