Brann vs HamKam preview

Norway flag 2026 Eliteserien, Norway
Brann Stadion Sun, 16 Aug - 3:00 PM
Eliteserien
BrannSKB
HamKamHamKam
KICKOFF : Sun, 16 Aug - 3:00 PM
Round 18 Regular Season

CONTEXT

Brann welcome HamKam to the Brann Stadion for this Eliteserien regular season fixture in 2026. The home side enters the match with a higher power score of 71.46, compared to the visitors' 63.55, resulting in a notable 7.9 point advantage for Brann. Positioned sixth in the domestic standings, Brann will aim to leverage their home environment against an eighth-placed HamKam outfit. Recent form metrics favor the hosts with a score of 18.89, while the away team registers 10.28. Both teams are expected to feature in a competitive league encounter where tactical discipline could prove decisive. The absence of detailed last outing data leaves some uncertainty regarding current momentum levels. Overall, this clash highlights two sides seeking to climb the table through strong performances on the pitch.

TL;DR

  • Structural: Brann sit sixth in the Eliteserien while HamKam occupy eighth place.
  • Form: Brann boast a superior form score of 18.89 against HamKam's 10.28.
  • Squad: Limited squad information is available for this encounter.
  • Efficiency: Efficiency metrics remain unavailable for both teams.
  • Transition: Transition play data is not provided in this preview.
  • Set pieces: Set piece analysis shows low confidence with proxy data used for both sides.
  • xVariable: Brann hold a 7.9 point power advantage over their opponents.
  • Market: Baseline split: Brann 0% (Δ+0%) | Draw 0% (Δ+0%) | HamKam 0% (Δ+0%).
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
Jan 25 vs Team A
Feb 1 vs Team B
Feb 8 vs Team C
Brann E. Horneland
E. Horneland
VS
HamKam T. Myhre
T. Myhre
1.38
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
1.38
1.5 i
Last 6 Opponents
Rosenborg Rank: 67 W
Vålerenga Rank: 61 L
Molde Rank: 68 W
Start Rank: 54 W
Sarpsborg 08 Rank: 66 L
Bodø / Glimt Rank: 86 L
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
0.83 i
Last 6 Opponents
Aalesund Rank: 50 D
Vålerenga Rank: 65 W
Sarpsborg 08 Rank: 64 L
Bodø / Glimt Rank: 83 L
Tromsø Rank: 73 L
Sandefjord Rank: 63 D
4
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
4 - 1 - 0
0
No sidelined player data available.

Team Power Ranking

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What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
71.46
63.55
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Brann
HamKam
Power Score
71.46
63.55
League Position
6
8
Global Rank
253
494

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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vs
Brann — Opponent-weighted form score
HamKam — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Brann HamKam

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 5 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Brann SKB Home
5 matches
HamKam HamKam Away
Match Record
4
Wins
0
1
Draws
1
0
Losses
4
Goals
12
Goals Scored
4
4
Goals Conceded
12
+8
Goal Difference
-8
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-08-14T00:22:53+00:00

STARTING XI - EXPECTED

Match Formation 4-3-3
Match Formation 5-3-2
Pitch

General Information

Date & Time
Aug 16, 2026, 03:00 PM
Competition
2026 Eliteserien, Norway · Round 18 · Regular Season
Stadium
Brann Stadion
Capacity
17686
Pitch Surface
Grass
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Mohammad Usman Aslam

Expected Lineup

Referee : Mohammad Usman Aslam

Starting XI ▼

1
Mathias Dyngeland
Mathias Dyngeland Goalkeeper
6.76
29
Noah Holm
Noah Holm Centre Forward
7.13
19
Eggert Aron Gudmundsson
Eggert Aron Gudmundsson Attacker
6.56
9
Niklas Castro
Niklas Castro Attacker
7.43
25
Niklas Jensen Wassberg
Niklas Jensen Wassberg Central Midfield
6.5
21
Denzel De Roeve
Denzel De Roeve Right Back
7.04
3
Fredrik Pallesen Knudsen
Fredrik Pallesen Knudsen Right Back
6.86
10
Kristall Máni Ingason
Kristall Máni Ingason Central Midfield
7.02
17
Joachim Soltvedt
Joachim Soltvedt Left Back
7.01
18
Jacob Lungi Sørensen
Jacob Lungi Sørensen Central Midfield
7.12
23
Thore Pedersen
Thore Pedersen Left Back
6.69
Referee : Mohammad Usman Aslam

Starting XI ▼

12
M. Sandberg
M. Sandberg Goalkeeper
6.9
29
Blerton Isufi
Blerton Isufi Attacker
6.5
28
David Benjamin
David Benjamin Attacker
6.48
8
M. Johnsgård
M. Johnsgård Central Midfield
6.64
7
V. Jónsson
V. Jónsson Left Back
6.7
14
L. Mares
L. Mares Central Midfield
6.69
17
A. Potur
A. Potur Central Midfield
7.14
3
Ethan Amundsen Day
Ethan Amundsen Day Left Back
6.81
23
F. Sjølstad
F. Sjølstad Centre Back
6.58
26
Patrick Metcalfe
Patrick Metcalfe Right Back
7.01
2
Martin Gjone
Martin Gjone Right Back
7.11

CONCLUSION

Brann are anticipated to control proceedings given their superior metrics and home support at the Brann Stadion. HamKam will need to show resilience to counter the hosts' strengths in various aspects of play. The mid-table battle adds motivation for both to secure a positive result in this regular season game. With power and form edges pointing towards the home team, expect Brann to push forward aggressively. HamKam's lower form score suggests they may struggle to match intensity throughout the ninety minutes. Set piece situations could offer opportunities if either side can exploit weaknesses there, though data remains limited. This match represents a key opportunity for Brann to solidify their position while HamKam look to gain ground on rivals.