Kristiansund vs Start predictions, Jul 25, 2026

Norwegian Eliteserien, on Saturday,

Kristiansund

Start

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As Kristiansund BK prepares to host IK Start on July 25, 2026, both teams will be looking to improve their recent form in the Norwegian Eliteserien. Kristiansund has struggled, managing to win just 1 of their last 5 matches, indicating potential issues in both defense and attack. Their inability to maintain consistency could be a crucial factor in this matchup.

On the other hand, IK Start enters the game with a slightly better recent record, having won 1 of their last 4 matches. Despite this, they too have faced challenges, particularly in closing matches effectively. Tactical adjustments from both sides will be essential, as Kristiansund will likely aim to dominate possession and create opportunities at home, while IK Start may adopt a more counter-attacking approach to exploit any gaps left by Kristiansund’s offensive maneuvers.

Bookmakers provide odds of 2.24 for a home win and 3.01 for an away victory, reflecting a competitive matchup. The predicted final score based on current odds stands at 1:1, suggesting both teams could find it difficult to break the deadlock. As the match approaches, fans can expect a closely-fought contest where the outcome remains uncertain.

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Kristiansund
42.6%
Draw
26%
Start
31.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 2.17 3.45 3.00
MarathonBet 2.25 3.69 3.01
Pinnacle 2.25 3.81 3.02
Best for US Customers 2.18 3.55 2.95

Latest Results

18.07.26 Kristiansund BK – Sarpsborg 08 – 0:0
12.07.26 Rosenborg BK – Kristiansund BK – 3:0
03.07.26 SK Brann – Kristiansund BK – 1:2
27.06.26 Kristiansund BK – Aalesunds FK – 0:3
29.05.26 Vålerenga Fotball – Kristiansund BK – 3:1
18.07.26 IK Start – Rosenborg BK – 0:3
12.07.26 SK Brann – IK Start – 2:1
29.05.26 Fredrikstad FK – IK Start – 2:1
25.05.26 IK Start – Vålerenga Fotball – 2:0
20.05.26 IK Start – Bodø Glimt – 1:4

Facts

  • This time, only outsiders will meet in a game (ranked 15 in the zone Relegation ~ OBOS~ligaen and 16 in the zone Relegation ~ OBOS~ligaen).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Kristiansund won 2.
  • Neither of the teams is performing well right now.
  • Kristiansund is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Kristiansund won 2 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 7:11. (average 1.2:1.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Kristiansund won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 5:4. (average 1.7:1.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    05.08.23 Kristiansund BK – IK Start – 1:1
    16.04.23 IK Start – Kristiansund BK – 4:0
    20.09.20 IK Start – Kristiansund BK – 1:2
    09.08.20 Kristiansund BK – IK Start – 3:2
    02.09.18 Kristiansund BK – IK Start – 1:1

    Standings

    2026

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Tromso 15 9 4 2 26:15 11 31
    2 Viking 12 10 0 2 31:12 19 30
    3 Bodo/Glimt 13 9 2 2 31:11 20 29
    4 Lillestrom 13 8 1 4 21:12 9 25
    5 Molde 13 6 2 5 21:17 4 20
    6 Brann 14 6 1 7 28:22 6 19
    7 HamKam 12 5 3 4 20:22 -2 18
    8 Sarpsborg 08 13 5 3 5 14:16 -2 18
    9 Valerenga 13 5 2 6 19:22 -3 17
    10 Rosenborg 13 4 3 6 15:18 -3 15
    11 Sandefjord 13 4 3 6 13:17 -4 15
    12 Fredrikstad 13 4 2 7 15:23 -8 14
    13 KFUM Oslo 13 3 3 7 13:21 -8 12
    14 Aalesund 13 2 6 5 18:28 -10 12
    15 Kristiansund 13 3 3 7 11:21 -10 12
    16 Start 14 1 4 9 14:33 -19 7

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