Sarpsborg 08 Return Home to Face Sandefjord on 16 August
Sarpsborg 08 FF will host Sandefjord at Sarpsborg Stadion on 16 August 2026, kick-off 15:00, in Round 18 of the Eliteserien. It is the club's first home fixture since July, making it a landmark occasion for players and supporters alike. The game is one of only two home matches scheduled across a six-week stretch of the season.
A Long-Awaited Return to Sarpsborg Stadion
After a prolonged run of away fixtures, Sarpsborg 08 FF are finally heading home. Round 18 of the 2026 Eliteserien brings Sandefjord to Sarpsborg Stadion on 16 August, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00. It will be the club's first home outing since the July clash with Ham-Kam — a gap that has left supporters counting down the days.
The fixture sits between two away trips and comes ahead of another extended wait before the next home game, making it one of only two home matches across a six-week stretch.
Fans Urged to Get Behind the Team
With the stadium set to welcome fans back after a lengthy absence from home soil, the atmosphere promises to be electric. The 16 August date is shaping up to be a must-attend occasion for supporters who have watched their side navigate a demanding run of away assignments.
The next confirmed home fixture after Sandefjord is a clash against Vålerenga, pencilled in for 6 September — underscoring just how important it is for fans to pack out Sarpsborg Stadion in August.
Sarpsborg 08 in the 2026 Eliteserien
Sarpsborg 08 FF head into the Sandefjord home tie fresh from a run of fixtures that has included trips to Kristiansund, Molde, and Viking. Their most recent result on the road was a 0–0 draw at Kristiansund in Round 14 of the Eliteserien.
With the season entering a decisive phase, home points at Sarpsborg Stadion could prove crucial as the club looks to cement its position in the table.
