Molde vs Kristiansund Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 16 May 2026
Eliteserien Betting Preview: Molde vs Kristiansund
Molde square off against Kristiansund at Aker Stadion, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 16 May.
We’re expecting Molde to dominate against Kristiansund and the Asian Handicap offers us the chance to back them at -1.5. Odds of -100 seem pretty generous that the hosts are able to win by two or more.
Molde have enjoyed two Eliteserien home victories in a row. They were defeated in their last league game when losing 2-0 away to Tromso. Martin Falk's team boasted 56% possession and had three shots on target.
Kristiansund were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road at Jotun Arena. Sandefjord claimed a 2-0 victory. The Owls recorded two shots on goal and had 44% possession.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Kristiansund have claimed victories in the last two encounters against Molde. As the home team at Nordmore Stadion, the most recent scoreline was 2-1 which followed a 1-0 away win at Aker Stadion. Molde have won five of the previous 10 H2H meetings, with Kristiansund getting three victories along with two draws.
| Eliteserien | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Molde |
11 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 13 | 5 | 18:13 | 19 |
| 14 | Kristiansund |
11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 18 | -7 | 11:18 | 11 |
MFK have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.8 goals from 4.8 shots on goal and 13.2 attempts. The Blue Rascals have averaged 58.1% possession, 558.4 passes and 4.7 corners per match, with their opponents getting 1.1 goals from 4.9 shots on goal, 12.7 attempts and 4.8 corners.
Emil Breivik is the top scorer with 7 goals, Fredrik Gulbrandsen has 3, with Eirik Hestad and Sondre Milian Granaas on 2. Emil Breivik is the top assists maker with 2.
KBK have 3 victories, 5 defeats and 2 draws, averaging 4.2 shots on goal, 10.6 attempts and 1.0 goals. Amund Skiri's side average 41.2% possession, 359.7 passes, 3.5 corners awarded and 6.8 corners against, while 1.8 goals have been conceded from 13.3 attempts and 4.9 shots on goal.
Leander Alvheim and Promise Meliga have 3 and they’re top of the team’s scoring charts, with Mustapha Isah on 2. Sander Hestetun Kilen has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 2.
Confirmed Lineups
Molde confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Albert Posiadala (GK), Halldor Stenevik, Sivert Hansen, Birk Risa, Samukelo Kabini, Vebjoern Hoff, Mats Moeller Daehli, Eirik Hestad, Emil Breivik, Oskar Spiten-Nysaether, Fredrik Gulbrandsen.
Kristiansund confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Adrian Saether (GK), Alexander Munksgaard, Julius Mar Juliusson, Dan Peter Ulvestad, Frederik Flex, Wilfred George Igor, Niklas Oedegaard, Promise Meliga, Heine Gikling Bruseth, Sander Hestetun Kilen, Mustapha Isah.
Molde vs Kristiansund Prediction & Betting Tips
Prepare for Molde vs Kristiansund with our expert betting guide featuring a trusted match prediction, likely scoreline, top corners advice and a well-crafted bet builder.
Match Prediction
There’s a strong chance that Molde won’t just win this Eliteserien game but have a comfortable margin of victory. We’re happy to wager the favourites -1.5 at odds of -100 for this reason.
We’re always monitoring the Eliteserien team news. Combined with the latest form, this helps us secure the best value. Our football experts also take a data-led approach, with the key numbers proving useful.
Key Molde vs Kristiansund league stats:
The latest odds imply that our pick has a 50% prospect of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability close to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
A 2-0 win in favor of Molde is available at odds of +600. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.
Corners Prediction
The 3.5 corners line has been covered by Kristiansund in four consecutive matches, with Molde conceding over 3.5 corners in their past eight home games. The Kristiansund Team Corners line looks too low and we’re happy to go over this number at odds of -110.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve got a same-game multi and the legs include Molde on the Asian Handicap at -1.5, both teams to score No accompanied by Kristiansund to rack up over 3.5 corners.
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Molde vs Kristiansund 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 the overwhelming -270 favourites to win this Eliteserien clash which means a 73% probability of claiming a victory according to the latest Full-Time Result betting odds. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +575 for Kristiansund.
Molde can be backed at -133 on the Half-Time Result and you’ll need them to have their noses in front by the break. Kristiansund can be chanced at +460 and the draw is +188.
Over 2.5 Goals is trading at a shorter price than Under 2.5 Goals right now. If you’re anticipating that both teams will score, the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -182.
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Stats: Eliteserien matches only
Molde have managed seven victories and three losses in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 2.70 goals per game and conceding 1.10.
Kristiansund haven’t triumphed in eight straight games on the road. The Owls have collected seven losses, two draws and one victory in the past 10 away matches, scoring an average of 0.50 goals per game and conceding 2.70.
Kristiansund enjoyed a 1-0 winning scoreline when last meeting Molde at Aker Stadion. The previous 6 H2H meetings at Aker Stadion have involved four Molde triumphs, one Kristiansund win and one draw.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Molde Home Stats |
7-0-3 | 3.80 | 2.70 | 1.10 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 4 | |
Kristiansund Away Stats |
1-2-7 | 3.20 | 0.50 | 2.70 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | |
- 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
- Eliteserien: 04/10 2025 Kristiansund 2 Molde 1
- Eliteserien: 16/05 2025 Molde 0 Kristiansund 1
- Eliteserien: 18/09 2024 Kristiansund 0 Molde 4
- Eliteserien: 14/04 2024 Molde 2 Kristiansund 0
- Eliteserien: 07/08 2022 Kristiansund 2 Molde 3
- Eliteserien: 21/05 2022 Molde 2 Kristiansund 1
- Eliteserien: 29/08 2021 Kristiansund 2 Molde 0
- Eliteserien: 09/05 2021 Molde 2 Kristiansund 0
- Eliteserien: 08/11 2020 Molde 2 Kristiansund 2
- Eliteserien: 02/07 2020 Kristiansund 2 Molde 2
Molde League Stats
Kristiansund League Stats
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 7 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.70 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.50 goals scored and 2.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.10 corners awarded and 5.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.40 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 3.50 corners awarded and 6.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.70 corners awarded and 5.80 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 58.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 54.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 41.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 38.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 0 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Molde this season are Emil Breivik (6), Fredrik Gulbrandsen (3), Eirik Hestad (2)
- Top Assistors for Molde this season are Caleb Zady Sery (1), Eirik Hestad (1), Halldor Stenevik (1)
Molde vs Kristiansund Lineups & Team News
The latest Molde vs Kristiansund team news could impact your bets — review it first. We’ll share the predicted and confirmed lineups for the Eliteserien together with updated injury news.
Molde Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Kristiansund Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Molde Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Kristiansund Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Molde Substitutes
- 6I. Helstad Amundsen
- 11Caleb Zady Sery
- 12Peder Hoel Lervik
- 14J. Steen Christensen
- 19Eirik Haugan
- 23S. Milian Granaas
- 25Martin Linnes
- 28Viktor Bender
- 31Blerton Isufi
Kristiansund Substitutes
- 1Michael Lansing
- 2A. Roenne Boerset
- 6Jesper Isaksen
- 15Nikolai Skuseth
- 19Leander Alvheim
- 22Haakon Haugen
- 23T. Hammer Svendsen
- 27Adrian Kurd Roenning
- 77H. Snaer Magnusson
Previous Molde Lineups
Previous Kristiansund Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Molde Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Martin Falk
Kristiansund Player Stats & Squad
Eliteserien Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Viking | 10 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 29:10 | 27 |
| 2 | Tromso | 13 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 18:14 | 25 |
| 3 | Bodo/Glimt | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 28:11 | 23 |
| 4 | Lillestrom | 11 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 17:11 | 19 |
| 5 | Molde | 11 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 18:13 | 19 |
| 6 | HamKam | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 17:16 | 17 |
| 7 | Sarpsborg 08 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 13:16 | 14 |
| 8 | Sandefjord | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 10:13 | 14 |
| 9 | Valerenga | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 13:17 | 14 |
| 10 | Fredrikstad | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 15:20 | 14 |
| 11 | Brann | 12 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 24:20 | 13 |
| 12 | KFUM | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 12:17 | 12 |
| 13 | Aalesund | 11 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 15:20 | 11 |
| 14 | Kristiansund | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 11:18 | 11 |
| 15 | Rosenborg | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 9:18 | 9 |
| 16 | Start | 12 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 13:28 | 7 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tromso | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 14:7 | 17 |
| 2 | Viking | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 21:6 | 15 |
| 3 | Molde | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 14:4 | 15 |
| 4 | HamKam | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 12:7 | 15 |
| 5 | Bodo/Glimt | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 16:2 | 12 |
| 6 | Fredrikstad | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:6 | 10 |
| 7 | KFUM | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6:4 | 10 |
| 8 | Valerenga | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9:8 | 10 |
| 9 | Lillestrom | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11:6 | 9 |
| 10 | Sarpsborg 08 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6:5 | 8 |
| 11 | Sandefjord | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4:3 | 8 |
| 12 | Rosenborg | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9:9 | 8 |
| 13 | Kristiansund | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7:8 | 7 |
| 14 | Brann | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7:7 | 6 |
| 15 | Start | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6:7 | 6 |
| 16 | Aalesund | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 10:12 | 6 |
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