Molde vs Sarpsborg 08 FF: match facts, form and head-to-head – 2 August 2026, Eliteserien

Molde’s fortress at Aker Stadion turned into a goal‑fest as the hosts were held to a 3‑3 draw by ninth‑placed Sarpsborg 08 FF, a result that leaves the Norwegian champions on 36 points from 20 matches, still third in the table with a +13 goal difference. The visitors, now on 25 points, remain in mid‑table but have clawed back a point from the only previous encounter this season, which ended in a draw. Molde’s 43 goals scored and 30 conceded this campaign contrast with Sarpsborg’s tighter 23‑26 tally, highlighting the attacking edge of the home side. The shared points keep the gap between the two clubs at 11, with Molde still within striking distance of the top two, while Sarpsborg’s hopes of a European spot remain alive.