Start vs Bodo/Glimt
PREDICTION / ANALYSIS / ODDS

Start host Bodo/Glimt in Eliteserien Round 8 on Wednesday at the Kristiansand venue. Bodo/Glimt arrive as heavy favourites and sit fourth in the table, while Start languish in 16th place, fighting to escape the relegation zone. This fixture carries significant weight for both sides — Bodo/Glimt chase European qualification, while Start desperately need points to avoid the drop.

Start's form is alarming: winless in five matches (0W 2D 3L), they have conceded 15 goals while scoring only 6. Most recently they suffered a 0–5 hammering at home to Bodo/Glimt. In contrast, Bodo/Glimt are in imperious form with three wins in five (3W 1D 1L), boasting a +12 goal difference and an 86% form rating. The visitors' defensive solidity is remarkable—a 94% defensive rating—while Start's leaky backline sits at just 6%. The gulf in quality is stark.

The betting market reflects this dominance: Bodo/Glimt are priced at 1.25, reflecting near-certainty among bookmakers. The statistical model assigns 45% probability to an away win, with 45% to a draw. Over 2.5 goals trades at 1.32, while BTTS Yes sits at 1.67. The double chance X2 (draw or away win) is available at 1.05, offering modest insurance. Recent head-to-head history shows Bodo/Glimt dominant, with a 5–0 victory just three weeks ago.

Key bet: Bodo/Glimt are the clear pick at 1.25. Their attacking prowess, defensive mastery, and recent demolition of Start make an away win the safest option. Expect the visitors to control proceedings and secure all three points.