Kristiansand has struggled for form in recent encounters (last 5 matches: 1 win).
Kristiansand could enjoy a physical edge thanks to more rest days ahead of this match.
In the last 7 head-to-head meetings, Viking has recorded 3 wins, 0 draws, and 4 losses, with a goal aggregate of 223:219 (averaging 31.9:31.3 goals per game).
Specifically in home fixtures for Viking against this opponent, the record stands at 1 win, 0 draws, and 2 losses, with 105:101 goals (averaging 35:33.7 per game).