Viking vs Start Kristiansand Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – May 16

Viking

W L W W D

2nd place in Norwegian Tippeligaen

6-3

16/05/2026 10:00

Start Kristiansand

W L L L W

16th place in Norwegian Tippeligaen

Norwegian Tippeligaen

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Viking vs Start Kristiansand on May 16, 2026 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Viking vs Start Kristiansand preview before placing for you.

Viking are currently 2nd with 37 points after 15 matches.
Start Kristiansand sit 16th with 10 points from 16 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Viking to win with probability 77%.
Head-to-head history favors Viking, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Start Kristiansand have one win, while 3 matches ended in draws.

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

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

10:00

2026-05-16

Viking vs Start Kristiansand - Prediction & Odds

Viking

Start Kristiansand

2026-05-16 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/05/2026

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

01 Bodo Glimt	38	16	12	2	2	41	11	30
02 Viking	37	15	12	1	2	37	14	23
03 Tromso IL	34	16	10	4	2	32	17	15
04 Lillestrom	25	15	8	1	6	22	18	4
05 Molde	24	15	7	3	5	28	22	6
06 Brann	22	16	7	1	8	33	27	6
07 Sarpsborg 08	22	15	6	4	5	18	19	-1
08 Ham-Kam	21	15	6	3	6	23	26	-3
09 Valerenga	20	15	6	2	7	22	27	-5
10 Rosenborg BK	18	15	5	3	7	21	21	0
11 Fredrikstad	17	15	5	2	8	16	27	-11
12 Sandefjord	15	15	4	3	8	13	21	-8
13 KFUM Oslo	15	15	4	3	8	17	26	-9
14 Aalesund FK	13	15	2	7	6	21	35	-14
15 Kristiansund BK	12	15	3	3	9	13	25	-12
16 Start Kristiansand	10	16	2	4	10	16	37	-21

Head To Head

06/02/2026 10:00

Viking

4 - 0

Start Kristiansand

INT CF

23/03/2025 11:00

Viking

3 - 4

Start Kristiansand

INT CF

25/04/2021 09:00

Viking

3 - 3

Start Kristiansand

INT CF

28/11/2020 11:00

Viking

4 - 1

Start Kristiansand

NOR D1

04/07/2020 11:59

Start Kristiansand

1 - 1

Viking

NOR D1

14/11/2019 10:00

Viking

1 - 1

Start Kristiansand

INT CF

Viking

33%

Draw

50%

Start Kristiansand

17%

Viking Last 6 matches

10/05/2026 11:00

KFUM Oslo 0 - 2 Viking NOR D1

01/05/2026 12:00

Viking 3 - 0 Rosenborg BK NOR D1

25/04/2026 10:00

Fredrikstad 1 - 2 Viking NOR D1

18/04/2026 12:00

Viking 3 - 2 Brann NOR D1

11/04/2026 12:00

Viking 5 - 0 Bodo Glimt NOR D1

06/04/2026 08:30

Valerenga 0 - 1 Viking NOR D1

Win

100%

Draw

Lost

Last 6 matches Start Kristiansand

03/05/2026 11:00

Start Kristiansand 1 - 1 Tromso IL NOR D1

30/04/2026 13:00

Bodo Glimt 5 - 0 Start Kristiansand NOR D1

26/04/2026 11:00

Ham-Kam 2 - 1 Start Kristiansand NOR D1

19/04/2026 13:15

Start Kristiansand 1 - 1 Molde NOR D1

11/04/2026 08:00

Lillestrom 3 - 1 Start Kristiansand NOR D1

06/04/2026 11:00

Sarpsborg 08 1 - 1 Start Kristiansand NOR D1

Win

Draw

50%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Norwegian Tippeligaen

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

354

Avg. per game

1.32

Conceded

191

Avg. per game

0.71

Scored

256

Avg. per game

1.07

Conceded

221

Avg. per game

0.92

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 269 matches

YesNo

198 (74%)71 (26%)

In last 269 matches

NoYes

154 (64%)86 (36%)

Viking

Recent matches

Start Kristiansand

Under /Over

(91%)41 4(9%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(96%)43 2(4%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Viking

Start Kristiansand

Shots

Viking

Total shots

13.75 avg / game

Blocked

461 total

Avg. 4.01

Start Kristiansand

Total shots

12.50 avg / game

Blocked

55 total

Avg. 3.24

Viking Pass Start Kristiansand

Total passes

68578

Avg. 454 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

5299

Avg. 353 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Viking

269

Played games

Start Kristiansand

240

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

0.23

6.09

1639

Corners

1200

5.00

5.27

1418

Throw-ins

331

1.38

1.19

319

Offsides

0.21

1.92

516

GK saves

568

2.37

Viking

DISCIPLINARY

Start Kristiansand

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.66

446

363

1.51

0.05

0.06

7.91

2127

Fouls

521

2.17

6.82

1834

Tackles

169

0.70

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Viking vs Start Kristiansand Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Viking vs Start Kristiansand on 16 May 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.

Viking vs Start Kristiansand Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Viking'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 Viking 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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