
Viking is facing a tough situation with five key absentees. Henrik Falchener (thigh injury), Veton Berisha and Romano Postema (both with knock injuries), and Martin Ove Roseth (knee injury) will all miss out, while Gianni Stensness is suspended. This could significantly impact their squad depth.
Aalesund is also feeling the pinch, with five players sidelined ahead of the match. Mathias Kristensen (calf injury), Aleksander Hammer Kjelsen (thigh injury), and Paul Ngongo (thigh injury) are all unavailable, alongside Marcus Reed, whose injury status remains a mystery. Additionally, Mathias Christensen is suspended, adding to their woes.
Molde has their own challenges, with five players out due to various injuries. Fredrik Kristensen Dahl and Vebjørn Hoff are both dealing with knee injuries, while Halldor Stenevik and Mats Möller Daehli have knock injuries. Mads Kikkenborg is also sidelined with an Achilles tendon injury, leaving the team stretched.
Sarpsborg 08 has three absentees, which could affect their lineup. Frederik Carstensen's absence is due to an unknown issue, while Peter Reinhardsen and Sigurd Rosted are both dealing with ankle injuries. This trio will be missed as the team prepares for their match.
Kristiansund is contending with three players out as well. David Tufekcic is sidelined with a hamstring injury, while Heine Gikling Bruseth and Julius Mar Juliusson are both suspended. Their absence could create gaps in the squad that the remaining players will need to fill.