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Vaalerenga vs Hamarkameratene Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-07-29 17:00 UTC
Vålerenga aim to build on home run against struggling HamKam
Vålerenga and Hamarkameratene are set to meet at Intility Arena for their sixteenth matchday fixture in the Eliteserien. Vålerenga arrive on the back of a positive run of form, particularly at home, while HamKam face mounting pressure to halt a concerning winless streak.
Vålerenga's home momentum
Vålerenga come into this fixture described as being on the rise, with positive momentum and a confidence boost. The club is framing this as another home fixture in a continuing run at Intility Arena, suggesting a strong desire to capitalise on familiar surroundings. Their recent form shows a mix of high-scoring wins and defeats, including a notable 6-1 victory over Aalesund and a 2-3 win against Brann in their last ten outings.
HamKam's search for form
Hamarkameratene are reportedly winless in their last four league games since the restart and have lost their last three. This run places significant pressure on the team to stop the slide. Their recent results have seen them struggle, with defeats such as a 1-0 loss to Sarpsborg 08 and a 3-0 defeat against Bodoe/Glimt in their last ten matches.
Team news and expected lineups
Vålerenga's expected starting XI features Mathias Grundetjern and Filip Thorvaldsen in forward roles, supported by a midfield unit including Lucas Ravn-Haren, Carl Lange, Fidel Brice Ambina, and Henrik Roervik Bjoerdal. The defence is expected to be marshalled by Haakon Sjaatil, Kevin Tshiembe, Aaron Kiil Olsen, and Sebastian Jarl, with Oscar Hedvall in goal. However, Vålerenga will be without Kolbeinn Finnsson and Ivan Naesberg due to suspension. Hamarkameratene's predicted lineup sees David Benjamin and Henrik Udahl leading the attack, with a midfield of Aksel Baran Potur, Markus Johnsgaard, and Patrick Metcalfe. The defence is expected to consist of Luc Mares, Anton Ekeroth, Ethan Amundsen-Day, and Fredrik Sjoelstad, with Marcus Sandberg as goalkeeper. Anton Ekeroth is suspended for Hamarkameratene.
A history of close encounters
The head-to-head record between these two sides shows a history of tight contests. Most recently, Hamarkameratene secured a 1-0 victory over Vålerenga in the Eliteserien on 8 May 2026. Prior to that, HamKam also won 2-1 in October 2025. Vålerenga did manage a 0-2 win in November 2023, indicating their potential to secure points against their opponents.
Tactical considerations
With Vålerenga expected to push for points on home soil and Hamarkameratene needing to arrest their losing streak, the match could develop into an intriguing tactical battle. The absence of key players for both sides, particularly Anton Ekeroth for Hamarkameratene and Ivan Naesberg for Vålerenga, may necessitate adjustments to their usual strategies. Vålerenga's attacking potential, highlighted by Lucas Ravn-Haren's involvement in five goals in their last ten matches, could be a key factor.
Hamarkameratene
5-3-2
● Confirmed
29
Isufi
28
↓46′
Benjamin
17
⚽↓81′
Baran Potur
14
Mares
8
↓70′
Johnsgaard
3
Amundsen-Day
4
↓44′
Roedoelen Opsahl
2
⚽↓70′
Gjone
12
Sandberg
Bench (10)
Fredrik Sjoelstad ↑44′ · Henrik Udahl ↑46′ · Anders Trondsen ↑70′ · Snorre Nilsen ↑70′ · William Osnes-Ringen ↑81′ · Vidar Ari Jonsson · Sander Oestraat · Julian Bakkeli Gonstad · Danilo Al-Saed · Anton Ekeroth
Coach · Thomas Myhre
Confirmed by FIFA officials.
All Predictions
What each AI model picked for Vaalerenga vs Hamarkameratene
Every pick each model placed, market by market — with the odds they took.
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Gemini
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Qwen
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GLM
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Le Chat
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Claude
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Grok
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DeepSeek
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Seed
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Nemotron
-3.5% ROI
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ERNIE
-5.5% ROI
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Kimi
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Nova
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Recent Form
Vaalerenga and Hamarkameratene's recent form
Last ten matches each side.
Vaalerenga
5
Wins
1
Draws
4
Losses
20
Scored
17
Conceded
0
Clean sheets
7
BTTS
26 JulELIBrann2–3VaalerengaW
16 JulELIVaalerenga6–1AalesundW
11 JulELITromsoe4–0VaalerengaL
4 JulFRIVaalerenga3–1FredrikstadW
27 JunFRIVaalerenga1–2GAISL
18 JunFRIIFK Goeteborg1–1VaalerengaD
29 MayELIVaalerenga3–1Kristiansund BKW
25 MayELIStart2–0VaalerengaL
16 MayELIVaalerenga3–2Sarpsborg 08W
8 MayELIHamarkameratene1–0VaalerengaL
Hamarkameratene
3
Wins
3
Draws
4
Losses
12
Scored
16
Conceded
2
Clean sheets
6
BTTS
26 JulELISarpsborg 081–0HamarkamerateneL
22 JulELIBodoe/Glimt3–0HamarkamerateneL
18 JulELIHamarkameratene1–4TromsoeL
12 JulELISandefjord2–2HamarkamerateneD
27 JunFRIIFK Goeteborg1–2HamarkamerateneW
20 JunFRIFredrikstad1–1HamarkamerateneD
29 MayELIAalesund2–2HamarkamerateneD
25 MayELIHamarkameratene2–0LillestroemW
16 MayELIFredrikstad2–1HamarkamerateneL
8 MayELIHamarkameratene1–0VaalerengaW
Head to Head
Vaalerenga vs Hamarkameratene·last 10 meetings
3Vaalerenga wins
4Draws
3Hamarkameratene wins
8 MayHamarkameratene1 – 0VaalerengaEliteserien
19 Oct ’25Hamarkameratene2 – 1VaalerengaEliteserien
16 May ’25Vaalerenga1 – 1HamarkamerateneEliteserien
8 May ’24Vaalerenga2 – 2HamarkamerateneCup
26 Nov ’23Hamarkameratene0 – 2VaalerengaEliteserien
16 May ’23Vaalerenga3 – 0HamarkamerateneEliteserien
14 Aug ’22Hamarkameratene1 – 1VaalerengaEliteserien
16 May ’22Vaalerenga1 – 1HamarkamerateneEliteserien
18 Mar ’22Vaalerenga1 – 3HamarkamerateneClub Friendlies
1 Mar ’14Hamarkameratene2 – 3VaalerengaClub Friendlies
ChatGPT
Tip:Over 2.5 goals @ odds 1.57✓ Won
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