Molde vs Kristiansund Prediction 16 May 2026
🔊 Molde head into their clash with Kristiansund riding a strong run of form. The visitors, meanwhile, sit tenth in the table and have struggled for consistency. The contrast between the sides is evident in their average goal output: the hosts find the net more frequently, though both teams tend to concede regularly. Kristiansund’s recent run of low-scoring games is particularly noteworthy, potentially shaping the script for this encounter.
Head-to-Head
📊 Statistical preview of official head-to-head meetings between Molde and Kristiansund:
- 21 matches played;
- Molde have claimed 11 wins at home, while Kristiansund have recorded 7 victories; 3 games ended in a draw;
- Total goals scored: 36 for Molde, 27 for Kristiansund;
- Average first-half goals: 1.48; average second-half goals: 1.52;
- The average total goals per match stands at 3.
Head-to-head statistics Molde - Kristiansund

Molde Team Overview
Their most recent official match took place on in the Eliteserien, with Tromsø hosting Molde. The hosts secured a 2-0 victory.
Here’s a look at the key stats from that match (Molde vs Tromsø):
- Possession: 56% vs 44%;
- Corners: 4 vs 5;
- Fouls committed: 8 vs 11;
- Yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- Shots on target: 1 vs 5.
Molde are maintaining a high tempo this season, outperforming their rivals across most key metrics. Over their last nine matches, Molde have picked up four wins, one draw, and four defeats-an indication of solid potential despite a few setbacks. In their most recent five outings, they’ve claimed three victories, drawn once, and lost just once, a run that suggests their form is trending upwards ahead of a crucial home fixture. Averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per game over the last ten matches, Molde strike a balance between attacking intent and defensive solidity. The team consistently demonstrate an ability to dictate play against opponents of varying quality.
Match Results: Molde

Kristiansund Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Eliteserien, facing Sandefjord away from home. Kristiansund fell to a 2-0 defeat.
Here’s a breakdown of the key stats from the match (Kristiansund vs Sandefjord):
- Possession: 44% vs 56%;
- Corners: 4 vs 6;
- Fouls committed: 9 vs 17;
- Yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- Shots on target: 1 vs 5.
Kristiansund are struggling to find consistency, as reflected in their last ten outings. Over their most recent five matches, they have suffered two defeats, picked up a single win, and drawn twice - a run that highlights their lack of sustained form. On average, Kristiansund have scored just 1.3 goals per game while conceding 1.8, underscoring their ongoing difficulties in striking a balance between attack and defence. Notably, Kristiansund have now played under 3.5 total goals in each of their last six fixtures - a clear sign that they rarely open up and generally aim to avoid high-scoring affairs.
Match Results: Kristiansund
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 21;
- home team wins - 11, away team wins - 7, draws - 3.
Statistics: Molde vs Kristiansund
- matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 7;
- wins: 4 vs 2;
- win percentage: 50% vs 29%;
- losses: 3 vs 3;
- draws: 1 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 3;
- losses: 5 vs 4;
- draws: 1 vs 3.
- Kristiansund have not won in 14 of last 15 away games.
- Kristiansund have not won in last 8 away games (Eliteserien).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.71, the guests - 1.29;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 11; at the home team's field - 7.
Statistics: Molde vs Kristiansund
- average total in the tournament: 3 vs 2.57;
- average total goals scored: 1.75 vs 1;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.88 vs 0.14;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.88 vs 0.86;
- Molde: average total at home in the tournament - 2.75;
- Kristiansund: average total away in the tournament - 0.33;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 2.4) vs 1.3 (away - 1).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 6 Kristiansund games (Eliteserien).
Prediction on corners
Molde: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.38; at home field - 3.75;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5; at home field - 3.8.
Kristiansund: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.71, away - 4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.5; away - 4.5.
- Under 10.5 corners in last 6 Molde home games.
- Under 10.5 corners in last 5 Molde home games (Eliteserien).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 21;
- both teams scored all-time - 11 times;
- on the home team’s field - 7 times.
Statistics: Molde vs Kristiansund
- number of matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 7;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 4 vs 3;
- number of BTTS matches for Molde at home - 2 (50%);
- number of BTTS matches for Kristiansund away - 1 (33%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Molde at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Kristiansund away - 2 (50%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (9/63, 14.3%);
- Molde at home most often finish matches: 0:1 , 2:0 , 4:1 , 5:1 (1/4, 25%);
- Kristiansund away most often play: 2:0 (2/3, 66.7%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
2:0 - 10.42% (odds 9)
1:0 - 10.23% (odds 11)
2:1 - 9.98% (odds 8.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
This matchup features several indicators pointing toward a low-scoring affair. Kristiansund have now played six straight matches with under 3.5 total goals, a trend reflected in their current averages: the side rarely scores more than once per game and struggle to maintain a high tempo throughout. Molde tend to play with more attacking intent, but even the hosts have posted balanced numbers over their last ten outings-showing neither explosive scoring nor defensive lapses. The standings don’t demand a high-risk approach from either team, and their most recent head-to-head ended in a goalless draw. The main prediction here is under 3.5 total goals.