Molde vs Start Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 18 October 2026
🔊 Sindre Tjelmeland will face his former club as Molde manager for the first time. He had to watch the spring meeting in Kristiansand, at Start's ground, from Poland, where he was still working at the time. That match ended 1-1. Start are now bottom of the Eliteserien and five points adrift of the play-off place. Will Tjelmeland's knowledge of his former club make the difference, or will the visitors again deny Molde a win?
Head-to-Head
The last meeting between the two sides in the Eliteserien ended 1-1: Start led at half-time but Molde equalised. Despite Molde having the greater share of possession at 58%, Start were more accurate in front of goal, registering 6 shots on target to Molde's 4.
Molde have the upper hand in their 26 head-to-head clashes, claiming 13 wins compared to Start’s 5. Eight encounters have ended in draws. Molde also boast a significant goal difference, outscoring Start 62 to 25. On home turf, Molde have emerged victorious in 8 of their 13 meetings.
Head-to-head statistics Molde - Start
Molde Team Overview
Molde played out a 2-2 draw away at Lillestrøm in their latest Eliteserien fixture, despite dominating the shot count - 27 to 13 overall, including 12 to 5 on target. Molde went into halftime with a 2-1 lead but were unable to hold onto their advantage.
Molde firmly believe they deserved all three points in Lillestrøm. They were ahead until the 87th minute, when they conceded an equaliser to make it 2-2. In stoppage time, Lillestrøm’s goalkeeper made a crucial save right on the goal line from close range. The officials ruled the ball had not crossed the line, and VAR could not provide conclusive evidence to overturn the decision. “For me, the ball was clearly over the line,” said Tjelmeland.
The club has vowed to lodge an official protest, though sporting director Ole Jakob Strandhagen admitted the move is more symbolic than anything else. A win would have seen Molde draw level with third-placed Tromsø, but instead they remain fourth, two points adrift. Molde will look to close the gap at home, where they are unbeaten against Start in their last six Eliteserien head-to-heads.
Match Results: Molde
Start Team Overview
In their most recent match, Start suffered a 4-2 defeat against HamKam. Despite registering more shots overall-23 to 17-they fell short in shots on target (5 to 7) and expected goals (1.91 to 2.77).
At the turn of August and September, Start found a glimmer of hope, picking up six points from matches against KFUM and Brann. However, in the latest round, they suffered a home defeat to HamKam (2-4), despite HamKam not having won in the league since late July. The sides were level at halftime, but Start conceded three times in the second half and could only respond with a late consolation. On the road, Start have come away empty-handed in eight of their last nine Eliteserien fixtures.
Match Results: Start
Total Goals Prediction
Molde rarely play out dull encounters-only one of their last 15 matches has seen fewer than three goals. Molde themselves have racked up 37 goals in their past ten fixtures. Start, meanwhile, have struggled defensively all season. We're expecting at least three goals here. The bet: over 2.5 total goals.
Corner Kicks Prediction
Molde rarely rack up corners at home-over their last 14 matches, they've hit seven or more just twice. Even if the hosts win exactly six corners, this bet stands strong. The pick: Molde individual total corners under 6.5.
Correct Score Prediction
Based on statistical analysis and probability distribution, the algorithm highlights three most likely scorelines: 2-1 (10.11%), 3-1 (7.31%), and 2-0 (7.1%). The 2-1 result carries the highest probability, but the other two outcomes are not far behind.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Molde have scored in 13 consecutive Eliteserien matches, and Start know all about facing such firepower - they've conceded in 21 of their last 22 head-to-head clashes. But Molde rarely keep a clean sheet themselves, managing just one shutout in their previous 12 league outings. Given that Start are desperate for points in their survival fight, it's hard to see them not finding the net. Still, we're backing Molde to claim all three points. The bet: both teams to score. Predicted scoreline: 2-1.
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Betting Tips: Molde - Start
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