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Bodo vs Varhaug Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 18-10-2026
Oct 1813:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Bodo 30-26 Varhaug
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Bodo host Varhaug in a 1. Division clash on 18 October 2026 with a clear gulf in form separating the two sides. Bodo sit sixth in the standings with 8 points from six matches, while Varhaug languish tenth with just 2 points from the same number of games. The hosts arrive as strong favourites, though Varhaug's attacking output in recent weeks suggests this may not be a straightforward affair.
Team form
Bodo
Bodo have won three of their last five matches, most recently defeating Ryger Stavanger 32-22 on the road. They scored 134 goals across those five games while conceding 125, averaging 26.8 per game for and 25.0 against. The two defeats came against Melhus and Nordstrand, losses that interrupted what has otherwise been a solid run. Their current trajectory points to a team finding consistency after an uneven start.
Varhaug
Varhaug's record tells a grimmer story: one win in five, with four consecutive defeats before their sole victory over Baekkelaget. They have conceded 158 goals across their last five matches while scoring 145, averaging 29.0 for and 31.6 against. The defensive fragility is striking—they have shipped 37 goals twice in recent weeks, against both Melhus and Nordstrand. That solitary win over Baekkelaget appears an outlier in a campaign marked by heavy losses.
Head-to-head
No previous meetings between these sides are on record.
Key factors
The disparity in league position and recent form heavily favours Bodo. Varhaug's defensive record—conceding over 30 goals in three of their last five outings—suggests they will struggle to contain a Bodo side that has scored 26 or more in each of those same five matches. Bodo's away form is particularly noteworthy: they won at both Ryger Stavanger and Asane in their last two road trips. Conversely, Varhaug's sole win came at home, and they have lost all four away or neutral fixtures in their last five. The hosts' ability to maintain offensive pressure while tightening their defence will be crucial; Varhaug will need to significantly improve their backline to trouble Bodo meaningfully.
Prediction
Bodo are the clear favourites. They hold a 6-point advantage in the standings, have won three of five recent matches, and face an opponent whose defensive vulnerabilities have been repeatedly exposed. Varhaug's attacking output—averaging 29 goals per game—is respectable, but their concession rate of 31.6 per game is unsustainable. Bodo's recent consistency, particularly in away fixtures, and their superior overall record suggest they should control this match. While Varhaug may score, they are unlikely to prevent Bodo from scoring more.
Bodo should win this match. The hosts' form, league position, and defensive stability give them a commanding edge over a Varhaug side struggling to find defensive solidity. Expect Bodo to prevail, though Varhaug's attacking threat means this will not be a shutout.
Match info
Tournaments:
1. Division(2026)
Type
League
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Bodo
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Varhaug
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Halden | 7 | 7 | 0 | 14 |
| 2 |  Haslum HK | 7 | 6 | 1 | 12 |
| 3 |  Charlottenlund | 6 | 5 | 1 | 10 |
| 4 |  Nordstrand | 6 | 5 | 1 | 10 |
| 5 |  Notteroy | 7 | 4 | 3 | 8 |
| 6 |  Melhus | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| 7 |  Bodo | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| 8 |  Baekkelaget | 7 | 4 | 3 | 8 |
| 9 |  Lillestrom | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| 10 |  Asane | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 |
| 11 |  Varhaug | 6 | 1 | 5 | 2 |
| 12 |  Ryger Stavanger | 7 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| 13 |  Kragero IF | 7 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| 14 |  Tiller | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
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