Ham-Kam vs Molde - Eliteserien

All eyes turn to the home ground on September 13, 2026 as Ham-Kam welcome Molde in a Eliteserien encounter that promises tension, intrigue and no shortage of subplot. Michael Carrick's side are set to face Paris Saint-Germain in Sweden on Saturday afternoon with the aim of building on last weekend's win over Atletico Madrid.

In the Eliteserien table, Ham-Kam currently occupy 10th and Molde sit 3rd, and the context adds genuine weight to what is already an intriguing fixture. The hosts have mirrored the form of a side still searching for rhythm — LLDLD over their last five, a win rate of 30%. The visitors have been a steady presence on the road, WWWWL in their last five and a campaign win rate of 55%. Goals could be in short supply or plentiful — Ham-Kam average 1.35 per game to Molde's 2.15, and that gap may dictate the rhythm of the contest. The Nottingham Forest playmaker is not anticipated to leave the City Ground this summer, unless a substantial transfer fee is put on the table.

Wing play is likely to be central to the contest. Ham-Kam will look to stretch the pitch and isolate their wide attackers, while Molde must find a way to compress the space and choke the supply lines. As a winger or more of a central, attacking midfielder? “He’s an offensive player who knows how to mix it up across the attack.

When Amin Chiakha is on the pitch — 12 goals to his name this term — moments of magic are never far away, and the Eliteserien's top scorer will be central to how this one unfolds. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. Chelsea are also considering the same move, especially after selling Trevoh Chalobah to Como, which frees them to explore a deal for the Colombian defender.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. The numbers tilt towards Molde, and a 1-2 away win looks the more probable outcome. With positions in the Eliteserien table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. England captain Harry Kane is likely to sign a new deal to extend his stay at Bayern Munich despite interest from Barcelona.