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Kristiansund BK vs Start Prediction, Tips & Odds

Kristiansund BK vs Start

EliteserienRegular Season - 15
Kristiansund BK
#14 · Eliteserien
LWLLD
1 - 2
Kristiansund Stadion, Kristiansund
Start
#16 · Eliteserien
LLWLL
★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.60
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.57 (implied 63.5%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 66.0% probability (an expert ratio of 1.51). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (66.0% vs 63.5%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Kristiansund BK to win against Start, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Kristiansund currently sits in 15th place in the Eliteserien, having earned 11 points from 12 matches. Their season has been marked by a struggling attack, scoring only 11 goals while conceding 21, resulting in a goal difference of -10. Recent form shows some improvement, with two wins in their last five matches, suggesting they are starting to find their footing. On the other hand, Start is in a more precarious position, sitting at the bottom of the standings in 16th place with just 7 points from 13 matches. Their season has been challenging, with only one win to show for their efforts and a goal difference of -16, having scored 14 goals but conceded 30. Their last five matches have resulted in one win and four losses, indicating a lack of consistency and resilience. The model indicates a win probability of 60% for Kristiansund BK, with a projected score of 2-1. A key market percentage suggests that Kristiansund is likely to cover the spread. However, if Kristiansund fails to convert their chances or Start manages to capitalize on defensive errors, the outcome could shift. For a detailed explanation of our prediction methodology, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. This analysis is brought to you by The Daily Punt Analysis Team, using an in-house model that evaluates expected goals and actual results throughout the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Kristiansund BK Win48%2.13
Draw23%3.49
Start Win29%3.18
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5757.5%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.7153.7%

Combined goal output is high (2.1 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Kristiansund BK 1-1 Start
6.3615.8%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 15.8% probability.

Asian Handicap
Kristiansund BK -0.5
2.0942%

Kristiansund BK have been the stronger side, winning 27% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
6.36
15.8%
2-1
8.10
12.4%
1-0
8.59
11.7%
1-2
10.16
10.0%
0-1
10.54
9.6%
2-0
10.93
9.2%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 15.8% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Kristiansund BK
-0.0
1.57
Start
+0.0
2.36
Kristiansund BK
-0.3
1.85
Start
+0.3
2.70
Kristiansund BK
-0.5
2.09
Start
+0.5
2.92
Kristiansund BK
-1.5
3.75
Start
+1.5
6.50

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Kristiansund BK are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Kristiansund BK vs Start
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.153.553.101.732.101.572.20
Marathonbet
2.103.503.221.732.071.592.18
Betfair
2.103.503.201.652.101.572.25
Pinnacle
2.153.683.381.772.13
SBO
2.123.353.121.742.13
William Hill
2.103.403.101.602.25
Bet365
2.153.503.251.702.101.572.25
1xBet
2.153.583.301.752.101.592.21
Unibet
2.173.453.001.632.081.532.28
Betano
2.153.403.201.722.071.572.25
Superbet
2.173.453.151.702.071.582.25
BetVictor
2.053.503.101.701.991.572.25

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
91.1%
Over 1.5 Goals
77%
Over 2.5 Goals
53.7%
Over 3.5 Goals
34.1%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XKristiansund BK or Draw
71%1.33
12Kristiansund BK or Start
77%1.28
X2Draw or Start
52%1.67

Head to Head

Last 6 Meetings (evenly matched 2-2)
2 Kristiansund BK2 Draw2 Start
Aug 23
Kristiansund BK
1-1
Start
1. Division
Apr 23
Start
4-0
Kristiansund BK
1. Division
Sept 20
Start
1-2
Kristiansund BK
Eliteserien
Aug 20
Kristiansund BK
3-2
Start
Eliteserien
Sept 18
Kristiansund BK
1-1
Start
Eliteserien
Jun 18
Start
2-0
Kristiansund BK
Eliteserien

The head-to-head record between Kristiansund BK and Start stands at 2 wins for each team, with 2 matches ending in draws over the last 6 encounters. This indicates a balanced rivalry, with no side dominating the other. The scorelines highlight a mix of tight contests, such as the 1-1 draws and a narrow 3-2 victory, alongside a significant 4-0 win for Start, which suggests that while some matches have been closely contested, there have also been instances of heavier defeats. The most recent victory for Start came in April 2023, indicating a competitive dynamic between the two teams.

Eliteserien Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Bodo/Glimt
17132243123141
WWWWW
2
Viking
17131340172340
LWWDW
3
Tromso
17104334201434
LWWWD
4
Molde
178363226627
WLDWL
5
Lillestrom
178272321226
DLLLW
6
Brann
178183627925
WWLWW
14
Kristiansund BK
1743101527-1215
LWLLD
15
Aalesund
172962741-1415
DDLDL
16
Start
1724111638-2210
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Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Kristiansund BKHome
3W2D3L
8 playedGF 10 · GA 111.38 pts/game
StartAway
1W1D7L
9 playedGF 10 · GA 240.44 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Kristiansund BKStart
0.93Goals p.g.1.17
1.43Goals conceded p.g.1.97
17%Clean sheets17%
27%Win rate24%
2.37Avg goals in match3.14
1.02xG per game1.15
-0.19xGA per game-1.02
44%Possession %39%
3.6Shots on target / game3.3
5.0Corners per game3.1
Kristiansund BK
Recent Form

Kristiansund BK have won 6 of their last 17 matches at home, drawing 5 and losing 6. Their recent home fixtures include beat Kristiansund BK 2-1 and lost to Kristiansund BK 1-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 8W 7D 15L from the last 30 games (27% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Kristiansund BKAll competitions
16 Aug
Fredrikstad
1-0
Kristiansund BK
Eliteserien
09 Aug
Kristiansund BK
2-1
Molde
Eliteserien
02 Aug
KFUM Oslo
2-1
Kristiansund BK
Eliteserien
25 Jul
Kristiansund BK
1-2
Start
Eliteserien
18 Jul
Kristiansund BK
0-0
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Eliteserien
12 Jul
Rosenborg
3-0
Kristiansund BK
Eliteserien
8
Win
27%
7
Draw
23%
15
Lost
50%
Start
Recent Form

Start have won 3 of their last 18 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 12. Their recent away fixtures include beat Kristiansund BK 1-2 and lost to Brann 2-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 7W 6D 16L from the last 29 games (24% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: StartAll competitions
08 Aug
Start
0-1
Fredrikstad
Eliteserien
01 Aug
Start
0-3
Viking
Eliteserien
25 Jul
Kristiansund BK
1-2
Start
Eliteserien
18 Jul
Start
0-3
Rosenborg
Eliteserien
12 Jul
Brann
2-1
Start
Eliteserien
04 Jul
Bodo/Glimt
4-0
Start
Friendlies Clubs
7
Win
24%
6
Draw
21%
16
Lost
55%

Lineups

Confirmed

Kristiansund BK4-4-2Confirmed

13A. MunksgaardDEF
6J. IsaksenDEF
5D. UlvestadDEF
4J. JúlíussonDEF
19L. AlvheimFWD
1M. LansingGK
9S. KilenMID
20W. IgorMID
14S. SkeideMID
10H. BrusethMID
17M. WilliamsenDEF
22H. HaugenDEF
23T. SvendsenMID
31H. OpsahlMID
8N. ØdegårdMID
77H. MagnússonMID

Start3-4-1-2Confirmed

6J. NorheimDEF
29E. ReitanDEF
17J. CorneliusFWD
16T. StrannegårdMID
10S. MvouéMID
27O. ToureMID
23E. SegbergMID
11E. SchulzeMID
12D. DashaevDEF
3A. UjkaniDEF
2F. PålerudDEF
20H. LorentzenFWD
30L. GausdalMID
14M. SoometsMID

Unavailable Players

7 players

Kristiansund BK2

D. Tufekcic
Missing FixtureThigh Injury
F. Flex
Missing FixtureIllness

Start5

F. Lien
Missing FixtureFoot Injury
J. Meyer
Missing FixtureGroin Injury
J. Torkildsen
Missing FixtureChest Injury
K. Tonnesen
Missing FixtureLeg Injury
M. Nordal
Missing FixtureIllness

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Both Teams Score1.57 (57.5%)
Value Bets
Kristiansund BK Win2.13 (48.3%)
Start Win3.18 (28.8%)
Over 2.5 Goals1.71 (53.7%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.09 (46.3%)
BTTS No2.24 (42.5%)
Speculative
Draw3.49 (22.9%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

Kristiansund BK have averaged 5.0 corners per match at home; Start 3.1 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.0 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Kristiansund BK have generated 1.02 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 27% of them. They put 3.6 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Kristiansund BK player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.