Molde secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Fredrikstad on July 12, 2025, in the Eliteserien at Nye Fredrikstad Stadion. The only goal of the match was scored early by Eirik Hestad in the 4th minute, and Molde managed to hold onto the lead for the rest of the game[5][6].
This win continues Fredrikstad’s difficult run, as they now remain winless in their last seven matches. Fredrikstad are currently 8th in the standings with 18 points, while Molde improved their position to 14 points[2][5]. Fredrikstad’s recent results include a 1-1 draw with Vålerenga and a 0-1 loss to Tromsø[1][2]. Molde, meanwhile, bounced back after suffering back-to-back defeats before this encounter[2][3].
The confirmed lineups for Fredrikstad (3-5-2) included Jonathan Fischer in goal, with Simen Rafn, Ulrik Fredriksen, Maxwell Woledzi, Daniel Eid, Patrick Metcalfe, Leonard Owusu, Rocco Shein, Stian Stray Molde, Emil Holten, and Oskar Øhlenschlaeger starting[3][5]. For Molde (4-3-3), Jacob Karlstrøm started in goal, supported by Martin Linnes, Casper Øyvann, Eirik Haugan, Samukelo Kabini, Emil Breivik, Mats Møller Dæhli, Markus André Kaasa, Eirik Hestad, Fredrik Gulbrandsen, and Sondre Milian Granaas[3].
The two teams have faced each other 18 times in all competitions, with Molde holding the upper hand historically. Molde have won nine, Fredrikstad six, and three matches have ended in draws[2]. The latest result further extends Molde’s dominance in this fixture.
References
- [1] Fredrikstad vs Molde – live score, predicted lineups and stats | FotMob
- [2] Fredrikstad vs Molde Prediction and Betting Tips | July 12th, 2025 | Sportskeeda
- [3] Fredrikstad vs Molde Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | SportsGambler
- [5] Fredrikstad vs. Molde (12 Jul, 2025) Live Score | ESPN
- [6] Fredrikstad vs Molde 12-07-2025 | Live Scores & Result | Xscores