Molde vs Start Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Oct 2026

Molde vs Start Predictions

Main Match Prediction

Molde Asian Hcp -1.5 @ -116

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We are not only backing Molde to triumph but taking them on the Asian Handicap against Start. They can cover a -1.5 shortfall at odds of -116 which means we need the favourites to win by two goals or more.

We analyse several betting angles in our Molde vs Start betting preview, expanding on our main match prediction, plus our correct score pick, corners prediction and bet builder tips.

Molde vs Start Preview

Molde host Start at Aker Stadion, with kick-off set for 11:00 on Sunday 18 October.

Molde played Lillestrom on their travels in their last game. It was a 2-2 draw at Aaraasen Stadion. The Blue Rascals had the majority of the ball enjoying 57% possession and twelve shots on target, while Sander Hestetun Kilen and Emil Breivik scored one goal apiece.

Start have now been defeated in back-to-back league games. This includes losing at home to HamKam by a 4-2 scoreline. They recorded 57% possession and had five shots on goal, while John Olav Norheim and Erlend Segberg were on the scoresheet.

H2H: Last Head-to-Head Encounter Ended in a 1-1 Draw

Molde boast an unbeaten record in the past three matches against Start, with the last encounter ending 1-1 at Sparebanken Norge Arena Kristiansand. The previous 3 H2H games have featured two Molde victories and one draw.

Eliteserien		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
4	Molde	22	11	4	7	46	34	12	46:34	37
16	Start	22	4	4	14	24	48	-24	24:48	16

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MFK have 5 wins, 3 losses and 2 draws, averaging 2.6 goals from 7.4 shots on goal and 18.9 attempts. Sindre Tjelmeland's team have averaged 59.6% possession, 576.4 passes and 6.4 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.9 goals from 3.4 shots on goal, 10.7 attempts and 3.9 corners.

Top goalscorer Trent Kone-Doherty has found the net 6 times, Eirik Hestad 3, with Emil Breivik and two other players on 2. Emil Breivik is the top assists maker on 7.

Start have 3 victories and 7 defeats, with an average of 4.3 shots on goal, 18.6 attempts and 1.1 goals. They average 47.0% possession, 418.7 passes, 5.6 corners awarded and 4.9 corners against, while 2.0 goals have been conceded from 13.1 attempts and 5.3 shots on goal.

Haakon Lorentzen and Erlend Segberg have scored 2, followed by John Olav Norheim with 1. Haakon Lorentzen, Erlend Segberg and Eirik Schulze have clocked up 2 assists each in the previous 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Molde predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Albert Posiadala (GK), Martin Linnes, Eirik Haugan, Fredrik Kristensen Dahl, Mathias Fjörtoft Lövik, Daniel Daga, Sondre Granaas, Caleb Zady Sery, Emil Breivik, Sander Kilen, Kristian Lonebu.

Start predicted lineup (3-5-2): Magnus Sjoeng (GK), Sander Granheim, John Olav Norheim, Altin Ujkani, Erlend Dahl Reitan, Steve Mvoué, Erlend Segberg, Mikael Ugland, Deni Dashaev, Hakon Lorentzen, Jesper Cornelius.

Main Match Prediction

Molde might enjoy a comfortable win and we’re going to have an Asian Handicap wager. Take the favourites off -1.5 at odds of -116 to claim a convincing victory in this Eliteserien match.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):

• The +1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Start in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The +1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Start in 6 of their last 11 games on the road.
• The +1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Start in 2 consecutive games.

Team news can have a significant impact on the betting odds, and we factor this in alongside recent form and the latest Eliteserien stats when making our football predictions.

The odds at the best football bookies suggest our pick has a 53.8% chance of winning. Based on our experts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Correct Score Prediction

Molde 2 - 0 Start

Molde are available to back at +600 to secure a 2-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Corners Prediction

Start Over 3.5 Corners -139

The 3.5 corners line has been covered by Start in their past nine games, with the corner count against Molde going over 3.5 in their last three matches. We’re content to wager the -139 for Start to cover the Team Corners line as this looks appealing.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Molde

Total

10.30 6.40 3.90

Home

10.00 5.10 4.90

Away

10.00 5.70 4.30

Start

Total

10.50 5.60 4.90

Home

9.80 4.80 5.00

Away

9.50 3.40 6.10

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-120

Under 10.5

-119

Molde Corners

Over 6.5

-110

Under 6.5

-130

Start Corners

Over 3.5

-139

Under 3.5

-104

Most Corners

1

-385

X

+900

2

+330

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Molde 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.

Molde are strong -278 favourites to win this Eliteserien encounter according to the Full-Time Result betting odds. The bookies give them a 74% chance of claiming victory. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +600 about Start.

Molde can be backed at -147 on the Half-Time Result and you’ll need them to have their noses in front by the break. Start can be chanced at +450 and the draw is +185.

The Over 2.5 option is currently favourite on the Total Goals betting market. If you’re anticipating that both teams will score, the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -200.

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Full-Time Result

1

-278

X

+425

2

+600

Half-Time Result

1

-147

X

+185

2

+450

Double Chance

1X

-1250

12

-833

X2

+185

Draw No Bet

1

-833

2

+410

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.5

-116

2 Hcp +1.5

-123

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+215

Over 2.5

-333

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-200

No

+133

Stats: Last 10 Eliteserien matches only.
Molde have clocked up six wins, three defeats and one draw in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 2.20 goals per match and conceding 1.30.

Start have eight defeats, one victory and one draw in the last 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 2.70.

The last Aker Stadion meeting saw Molde beat Start 5-0.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Molde Home Stats		6-1-3	3.50	2.20	1.30	7	3	7	3
Start Away Stats		1-1-8	3.70	1.00	2.70	8	2	7	3

• 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

Molde vs Start Lineups & Team News

Stay informed and review the Molde vs Start team news before placing your bets. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for the Eliteserien along with up-to-date injury news.

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