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Expected score: Gjerpen W 28-29 Fana W
Gjerpen W host Fana W in REMA 1000-ligaen women on 8 November in what shapes as a close contest between two mid-table sides. Gjerpen sit 11th with 4 points from 8 games, while Fana occupy 9th with 5 points from 7 matches. Both teams arrive with mixed recent form and will be keen to climb away from the lower half of the standings.
Team form
Gjerpen W
Gjerpen have won just 2 of their last 5 outings, most recently losing 30-35 at home to Fredrikstad W. Their defensive record over this stretch has been concerning, conceding 29.8 goals per game while averaging 26.0 at the other end. A narrow 30-29 away victory over Flint Tonsberg W offers some encouragement, but losses to Byasen W (16-22) and a heavy defeat to Storhamar W (18-35) highlight their inconsistency.
Fana W
Fana have shown greater attacking potency in their recent matches, scoring 30.4 goals per game over their last five fixtures. They claimed a 32-25 home win over Oppsal W most recently and drew 34-34 away at Fjellhammer W, demonstrating they can compete with stronger opponents. However, they have also lost twice in this run—to Sola W (29-34) and Fredrikstad W (29-30)—suggesting their form remains fragile.
Head-to-head
There is no head-to-head history between these sides to draw upon, so this encounter will be contested on current form and recent momentum alone.
Key factors
Fana's superior attacking output in recent weeks—30.4 goals per game compared to Gjerpen's 26.0—gives them an edge in a low-scoring league context. Gjerpen's home advantage is offset by their defensive vulnerabilities; they have conceded nearly 30 goals per game at home in their last five matches. Fana's away record is mixed but their recent 34-34 draw and 28-23 victory suggest they travel reasonably well. Both sides are capable of scoring in the 28-30 range, so a tight finish is likely.
Prediction
The data points to a narrow advantage for Fana despite playing away. Their offensive consistency and marginally tighter recent defence (29.2 goals conceded per game versus Gjerpen's 29.8) give them a slight edge. Gjerpen's home court offers some compensation, but their recent defensive struggles and lower scoring average make them vulnerable. This is a close call, with the away side marginally more likely to prevail in a low-scoring affair.
Fana W are slight favourites to take the points in what should be a tightly contested match. Expect a close scoreline with both teams likely to finish in the 28-30 goal range. Gjerpen's home advantage keeps them competitive, but Fana's recent form and attacking efficiency give them the marginal edge.
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| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 16 | |
| 2 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 14 | |
| 3 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 14 | |
| 4 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 13 | |
| 5 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 12 | |
| 6 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 12 | |
| 7 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 10 | |
| 8 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 10 | |
| 9 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 5 | |
| 10 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 4 | |
| 11 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 4 | |
| 12 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 2 | |
| 13 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 2 | |
| 14 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
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