Our IK Start vs Molde Prediction: 2-1
IK Start vs Molde in the Norway Eliteserien is scheduled for an 17:15 GMT kick-off on Sunday April 19, 2026. Our correct score prediction favors a 2-1 home triumph, but considering both teams’ ability to find the net, BTTS is also a solid alternative bet.
Our prediction is supported by key IK Start vs Molde stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
IK Start's Last Match – Lillestrom vs IK Start
IK Start must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 1-3 Norway Eliteserien defeat against Lillestrom on April 11. In that match, IK Start recorded 40% possession, attempting 6 shots on goal, with 4 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Lillestrom | 60% | 8 (6) | 1.73 | 51 |
 IK Start | 40% | 6 (4) | 0.54 | 46 |
Molde's Last Match – Molde vs Ham-Kam
Determined to maintain their recent success, Molde must win following their 4-1 Norway Eliteserien victory against Ham-Kam on April 12. In that match, Molde saw 60% of the ball and created 13 goal attempts, with 7 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Molde | 60% | 13 (7) | 1.72 | 54 |
 Ham-Kam | 40% | 5 (4) | 0.59 | 50 |
IK Start vs Molde Stats
Key Stats
| IK Start | Molde | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.03 | Attacking Strength | 0.58 |
| 0.73 | Defence Strength | 1.14 |
| 0.9 | Points Per Game | 1.3 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.3 | Average Scored | 1.6 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
IK Start are averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per match, while Molde average 1.6 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.