Brann vs Start Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 12 Jul 2026
Brann vs Start Predictions
We’ve gone through the betting options for Brann vs Start and the wager that really stands out is BTTS Yes. We are more than happy to take the -156 that this outcome happens.
Continue reading for our full Brann vs Start betting analysis, outlining the core arguments for our main match prediction, alongside our correct score pick, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
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Brann meet Start at Brann Stadion, with kick-off set for 11:00 on Sunday 12 July.
Brann were beaten 2-1 at Brann Stadion in their last game. This defeat at home to Sarpsborg 08 was their third consecutive loss. They enjoyed 69% possession and managed four shots on target, with Rasmus Holten getting the goal.
Start have lost their previous five away games. They recently suffered a 2-1 defeat against Fredrikstad at Fredrikstad Stadion. Azar Karadas' team were restricted to just 37% possession and had four shots on goal, while Jesper Cornelius was on the scoresheet.
H2H: Last H2H Encounter Ended in a 1-1 Draw
The most recent head-to-head saw road team Brann draw 1-1 with Start at Sparebanken Norge Arena Kristiansand.
| Eliteserien | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Brann |
19 | 8 | 2 | 9 | 37 | 29 | 8 | 37:29 | 26 |
| 16 | Start |
19 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 20 | 41 | -21 | 20:41 | 13 |
4 wins, 5 losses and 1 draw, averaging 2.1 goals from 5.0 shots on goal and 13.0 attempts. Brann have had 57.1% possession, 489.8 passes and 6.4 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.5 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 13.4 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 4.5 corners.
Noah Holm and Kristall Mani Ingason lead the way with 4 goals, while Joachim Soltvedt has scored 2. Ulrik Mathisen has made the most assists with 4.
Start have won 1, lost 6 and drawn 3, with an average of 3.6 shots on goal, 11.4 attempts and 1.2 goals. They average 38.2% possession, 342.1 passes, 2.6 corners taken and 6.2 corners against them, while 2.5 goals have been conceded from 14.1 attempts and 5.2 shots on goal.
Jesper Cornelius is top of the team’s scoring charts with 4, while Steve Mvoue and Ousmane Toure have 2. Look no further than Tom Strannegaard for the top assist maker (3) in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Brann confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Mathias Dyngeland (GK), Martin Hellan, Fredrik Pallesen Knudsen, Vetle Dragsnes, Joachim Soltvedt, Felix Horn Myhre, Thore Pedersen, Niklas Jensen Wassberg, Kristall Mani Ingason, Kristian Eriksen, Baard Finne.
Start confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Jacob Pryts (GK), Erlend Dahl Reitan, John Olav Norheim, Omar Jebali, Ousmane Toure, Tom Strannegaard, Steve Mvoue, Erlend Segberg, Mikael Ugland, Haakon Lorentzen, Jesper Cornelius.
Main Match Prediction
The teams both look good to find the net when it comes to this Eliteserien showdown and that leads us to a BTTS Yes wager. We can land odds of -156 for this outcome and that’s an appealing price.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
The football recommendations are only made once we have established the latest team news. It’s also important to study the form and investigate the most relevant Eliteserien stats to get the full picture.
The best betting sites make it a 61% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 65-70%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.
There’s a chance to secure bigger odds for your BTTS Yes pick by heading to the Total Goals & Both Teams to Score market and including Over 2.5. Land a return if there are at least three goals along with both sides finding the net.
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Correct Score Prediction
We’re going for Brann at +550 to secure a 2-1 win. It’s exciting to bet on the correct score and this wager will hopefully be able to land a nice return.
Corners Prediction
In the past 5 Start games, there’s been 4 occasions where they’ve not covered the 3.5 corners line, while Brann have conceded 3.40 corners on average in their last 5 matches. There are odds of -125 for this Start Team Corners wager and we think the line is too high.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve got a bet builder and the legs include both teams to find the net, Start with an Asian Handicap of +1.5 accompanied by Start to record under 3.5 corners.
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Brann vs Start Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Brann have been priced up as the overwhelming -270 favourites for this Eliteserien clash. This means the bookies give them a 73% chance of claiming victory. If you’re searching for a different slant, outsiders Start are available at +575.
A bet on Brann with a -1.5 Asian Handicap at -105 means you need them to beat Start by at least two goals. This is a potential alternative to the 1x2 market and affords you a bigger price in the process.
The Over 2.5 pick is trading as the favourite when it comes to betting on Total Goals. If you think both teams will score, then you can back BTTS Yes at -156.
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Stats: Eliteserien matches only
Brann have secured five victories, four defeats and one draw in the previous 10 home games, netting an average of 1.70 goals per match and conceding 1.20.
Start have been beaten in five consecutive away games. Azar Karadas' team have managed six losses and one draw in the last 7 away matches, recording an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 3.00.
The past meeting at Brann Stadion saw Brann draw 1-1 with Start.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Brann Home Stats |
5-1-4 | 2.90 | 1.70 | 1.20 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 2 | |
Start Away Stats |
0-1-6 | 4.00 | 1.00 | 3.00 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 2 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Brann League Stats
Start League Stats
- 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 7 away matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 2.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 3.00 conceded in the previous 7 away matches
- An average of 3.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 7 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 7 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 7 away matches
- An average of 6.40 corners awarded and 4.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.70 corners awarded and 3.50 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 9 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 2.60 corners awarded and 6.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 2.43 corners awarded and 6.57 corners against in the last 7 away matches
- An average of 8.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 7 away matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 6 of the last 7 away matches
- An average of 57.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 64.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 10 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 38.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 39.43% possession in the last 7 away matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 0 of the last 7 away matches
- Top Scorers for Brann this season are Kristall Mani Ingason (4), Noah Holm (4), Baard Finne (3)
- Top Assistors for Brann this season are Ulrik Mathisen (4), Baard Finne (2), Kristian Eriksen (2)
Brann vs Start Lineups & Team News
Avoid surprises — review the Brann vs Start team news before you bet. We’ll deliver both predicted and confirmed lineups for the Eliteserien as well as the latest injury reports.
Brann Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Start Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Brann Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Start Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Brann Substitutes
- 6Cheikh Mbacke Diop
- 9Niklas Castro
- 12Simen Vidtun Nilsen
- 14Ulrik Mathisen
- 15Jonas Torsvik
- 18J. Lungi Soerensen
- 21Denzel De Roeve
- 22S. Atli Magnusson
- 29Noah Holm
Start Substitutes
- 2F. Mani Paalerud
- 7Alexander Gurendal
- 11Eirik Schulze
- 12Deni Dashaev
- 13Sebastian Griesbeck
- 14Markus Soomets
- 22James Ampofo
- 30L. Hjelleset Gausdal
- 34C. Aasland Eastwood
Previous Brann Lineups
Previous Start Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Brann Player Stats & Squad
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Start Player Stats & Squad
Eliteserien Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bodo/Glimt | 19 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 49:15 | 47 |
| 2 | Viking | 19 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 43:19 | 44 |
| 3 | Tromso | 19 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 34:22 | 35 |
| 4 | Molde | 19 | 10 | 3 | 6 | 38:29 | 33 |
| 5 | Lillestrom | 19 | 9 | 2 | 8 | 26:26 | 29 |
| 6 | Rosenborg | 19 | 8 | 3 | 8 | 31:26 | 27 |
| 7 | Brann | 19 | 8 | 2 | 9 | 37:29 | 26 |
| 8 | Fredrikstad | 19 | 8 | 2 | 9 | 23:30 | 26 |
| 9 | Sarpsborg 08 | 19 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 22:25 | 24 |
| 10 | HamKam | 19 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 26:36 | 23 |
| 11 | Valerenga | 19 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 33:40 | 22 |
| 12 | Sandefjord | 19 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 16:24 | 20 |
| 13 | Kristiansund | 19 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 19:29 | 19 |
| 14 | KFUM | 19 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 20:33 | 19 |
| 15 | Aalesund | 19 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 30:43 | 18 |
| 16 | Start | 19 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 20:41 | 13 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bodo/Glimt | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 28:4 | 24 |
| 2 | Viking | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 27:9 | 24 |
| 3 | Molde | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 23:11 | 22 |
| 4 | Tromso | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 18:7 | 21 |
| 5 | Rosenborg | 10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 22:10 | 20 |
| 6 | HamKam | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 16:14 | 17 |
| 7 | Fredrikstad | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 12:10 | 16 |
| 8 | Brann | 10 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 18:15 | 15 |
| 9 | Sarpsborg 08 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 11:9 | 15 |
| 10 | Kristiansund | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 12:11 | 14 |
| 11 | KFUM | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 11:12 | 14 |
| 12 | Valerenga | 10 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 19:18 | 13 |
| 13 | Lillestrom | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 15:15 | 12 |
| 14 | Aalesund | 11 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 22:26 | 12 |
| 15 | Sandefjord | 10 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 7:10 | 11 |
| 16 | Start | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 10:15 | 9 |
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