Kristiansund BK vs Start Betting Tips 25/07

Start's road to this fixture

Start have also endured a challenging run of results in their last ten matches. They suffered heavy defeats to Rosenborg and Brann in their most recent league fixtures, and a significant loss to Bodoe/Glimt in a friendly. While they managed a win against Vaalerenga, their league performances have been largely disappointing, with losses to Fredrikstad, Bodoe/Glimt, Viking, and Hamarkameratene, and a draw against Tromsoe.

Team news and expected lineups

Both teams are expected to field their strongest available XIs, with no key absences reported for either Kristiansund BK or Start. Kristiansund BK are anticipated to line up with a forward line featuring Mustapha Isah, Leander Alvheim, and Sander Hestetun Kilen, supported by a midfield including Syver Skundberg Skeide and Wilfred George Igor. The defence is expected to be marshalled by Frederik Flex and Dan Peter Ulvestad, with Alexander Munksgaard and Julius Mar Juliusson also in contention, while Adrian Saether is set to start in goal.

Start's expected XI sees Haakon Lorentzen and Jesper Cornelius leading the line, with Mikael Ugland and Steve Mvoue providing midfield impetus alongside Erlend Segberg and Tom Strannegaard. The defensive unit is likely to consist of Jens Huseboe, John Olav Norheim, Erlend Dahl Reitan, and Ousmane Toure, with Jacob Pryts expected to be in goal.

Historical encounters

In their previous meetings, the head-to-head record between Start and Kristiansund BK shows a relatively balanced affair, with both sides having secured victories. Their most recent encounter in the 1. Divisjon in August 2023 ended in a 1-1 draw. Earlier that year, Start secured a dominant 4-0 win. In the Eliteserien, their history includes a 1-2 win for Kristiansund BK in August 2020 and a 3-2 victory for Kristiansund BK in August 2020, as well as a 1-1 draw in September 2018.

Talking points for the match

With both teams looking to improve their league positions, this fixture presents an opportunity for either side to gain momentum. Kristiansund BK will be hoping to leverage their home advantage at Nordmore Stadion. Start, despite their recent struggles, will be looking to cause an upset and take points away from home. The attacking threat of Leander Alvheim for Kristiansund BK, who has scored five goals in his last ten appearances, could be a key factor for the home side. For Start, their recent tendency to concede late goals will be an area they will need to address.