Molde vs Start Kristiansand: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 October

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Molde

WWLWL

5th place in Norwegian Tippeligaen

? - ?

17/10/2026 08:00

Start Kristiansand

LDLLW

16th place in Norwegian Tippeligaen

Norwegian Tippeligaen

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Molde vs Start Kristiansand on 17 October 2026 (kick-off: 08:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Molde vs Start Kristiansand preview before placing your bet.

Molde will face Start Kristiansand in Norwegian Tippeligaen on October 17, 2026 at 08:00.
Molde are currently 5th with 19 points after 11 matches.
Start Kristiansand sit 16th with 7 points from 12 matches.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 17/10/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Viking	27	10	9	0	1	29	10	19
02 Tromso IL	25	13	7	4	2	18	14	4
03 Bodo Glimt	23	11	7	2	2	28	11	17
04 Lillestrom	19	11	6	1	4	17	11	6
05 Molde	19	11	6	1	4	18	13	5
06 Ham-Kam	17	10	5	2	3	17	16	1
07 Sarpsborg 08	14	11	4	2	5	13	16	-3
08 Sandefjord	14	11	4	2	5	10	13	-3
09 Valerenga	14	11	4	2	5	13	17	-4
10 Fredrikstad	14	11	4	2	5	15	20	-5
11 Brann	13	12	4	1	7	24	20	4
12 KFUM Oslo	12	11	3	3	5	12	17	-5
13 Aalesund FK	11	11	2	5	4	15	20	-5
14 Kristiansund BK	11	11	3	2	6	11	18	-7
15 Rosenborg BK	9	11	2	3	6	9	18	-9
16 Start Kristiansand	7	12	1	4	7	13	28	-15

Molde Last 6 matches

05/07/2026 20:30

Rosenborg BK 2 - 1 Molde

International Club Friendly

28/06/2026 20:45

Molde 1 - 4 Bodo Glimt

International Club Friendly

21/06/2026 23:00

Molde 5 - 1 KFUM Oslo

International Club Friendly

30/05/2026 21:00

Molde 2 - 1 Sandefjord

Norway Eliteserien

25/05/2026 22:00

Sarpsborg 08 2 - 1 Molde

Norway Eliteserien

16/05/2026 21:00

Molde 1 - 0 Kristiansund BK

Norway Eliteserien

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Start Kristiansand

04/07/2026 21:00

Bodo Glimt 4 - 0 Start Kristiansand

International Club Friendly

30/05/2026 00:00

Fredrikstad 2 - 1 Start Kristiansand

Norway Eliteserien

25/05/2026 19:30

Start Kristiansand 2 - 0 Valerenga

Norway Eliteserien

20/05/2026 23:00

Start Kristiansand 1 - 4 Bodo Glimt

Norway Eliteserien

16/05/2026 21:00

Viking 6 - 3 Start Kristiansand

Norway Eliteserien

03/05/2026 22:00

Start Kristiansand 1 - 1 Tromso IL

Norway Eliteserien

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Norwegian Tippeligaen

Played games

Molde

Start Kristiansand

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.32

Scored

Avg. per game

1.14

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.10

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 19 matches

YesNo

15 (79%)4 (21%)

In last 19 matches

NoYes

16 (76%)5 (24%)

Molde

Recent matches

Start Kristiansand

Under /Over

(74%)14 5(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(95%)20 1(5%)

Under /Over

(37%)7 12(63%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(43%)9 12(57%)

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(57%)12 9(43%)

/Yes

(63%)12 7(37%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(57%)12 9(43%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Molde

Start Kristiansand

Shots

Molde

Total shots

11.13 avg / game

Blocked

16 total

Avg. 1.78

Start Kristiansand

Total shots

11.13 avg / game

Blocked

29 total

Avg. 2.64

Molde Pass Start Kristiansand

Total passes

5572

Avg. 557 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

3826

Avg. 348 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

42%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Molde

Played games

Start Kristiansand

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.19

4.00

Corners

3.43

10.84

206

Throw-ins

236

11.24

0.74

Offsides

0.71

1.68

GK saves

1.38

Molde

DISCIPLINARY

Start Kristiansand

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.32

1.38

0.11

0.10

6.74

128

Fouls

154

7.33

6.63

126

Tackles

123

5.86

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How We Build the Molde vs Start Kristiansand Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Molde vs Start Kristiansand on 17 October 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Norwegian Tippeligaen fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Molde vs Start Kristiansand Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Molde's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Start Kristiansand's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Norwegian Tippeligaen Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Norwegian Tippeligaen standings and the Norwegian Tippeligaen form table to understand exactly where Molde and Start Kristiansand sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Norwegian Tippeligaen predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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