Raufoss vs Kongsvinger - 1. Division

The 1. Division returns to the home ground on April 13, 2026, where Raufoss and Kongsvinger will lock horns in a contest that could shape their respective campaigns. Manchester City face the K-League All-Stars in Seoul on Wednesday as part of their pre-season tour of Asia.

Positionally there is a clear hierarchy: Raufoss sit 16th, Kongsvinger lie 2nd, but the 1. Division has a habit of defying such logic. The hosts have struggled for consistency, WLLLL in their last five pointing to a win rate of 27.27%. The visitors arrive in confident mood, their recent run of DWDWW backed by a season win rate of 63.64%. Where Raufoss have built their campaign on solidity, Kongsvinger have often chased flair, and that fundamental difference should make for compelling viewing. Larson has not visited Victory Lane since May last year but remains firmly in championship contention, sitting eighth in the standings as the NASCAR Chase approaches in September.

Stylistically, this is a compelling matchup. Raufoss favour a patient, possession-based approach, whereas Kongsvinger are at their most dangerous when allowed to hit quickly on the counter. His all-action approach did not just suit the demands of Luis Enrique, it appeared to have a transformative effect on those around him, setting new standards in the forward line.

Star players on both sides will be eager to make their mark, and the individual duels across the pitch could go a long way to deciding the outcome. The wide areas will be a key battleground, with full-backs and wingers on either side capable of swinging the contest one way or the other. The one thing I've noticed about Tottenham over the last few years is they never had a dominant midfielder.

Predicting an outright winner is no easy task given how little separates the two sides on paper. The numbers tilt towards Kongsvinger, and a 1-3 away win looks the more probable outcome. With positions in the 1. Division 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.