Bodo/Glimt will continue their Eliteserien title defence on Saturday when they play hosts Kristiansund at Nordmore Stadion.
The home side come into the clash in ninth place with 17 points following their goalless stalemate with Haugesund on June 29, while fifth-placed Bodo were beaten 2-1 by Sarpsborg 08 last Sunday and head to Nordmore Stadion with 19 points.
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Kristiansund vs Bodo/Glimt predictions: A tale of two defences
Key Stats
- Kristiansund's clean sheet last time out was their first in six matches, with the club conceding 11 time in that period.
- The home side did score 13 goals in those six games, but their opponents have only conceded 10 goals in their 10 league outings this term, the best record in the division.
- Bodo kept four clean sheets in the six league matches prior to their loss against Sarpsborg, scoring on 17 occasions.
Correct score prediction: Kristiansund 1-3 Bodo
Bodo have won four of the last five titles on offer and they have been strong at both ends of the pitch, so they should still be seen as the most likely victors on Saturday.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bodo strongly favoured by the bookmakers
- HOME: 17/4 (5.25) – 19%
- DRAW: 4/1 (5) – 20%
- AWAY: 2/7 (1.29) – 77.8%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Bodo/Glimt are the expected winner of this clash, with a probability of 77.4%, and the bookmakers find it difficult to see a home victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Domination by the visitors
Kristiansund have had little success against the away side given they have suffered 11 consecutive defeats against Saturday's opponents, and they conceded a minimum of four goals in each of their last three encounters with Bodo.
Norway Eliteserien 29/09/24
Bodo/Glimt
Kristiansund BK
Norway Eliteserien 12/05/24
Kristiansund BK
Bodo/Glimt
Norway Eliteserien 23/10/22
Bodo/Glimt
Kristiansund BK
Norway Eliteserien 18/06/22
Kristiansund BK
Bodo/Glimt
Norway Eliteserien 22/08/21
Bodo/Glimt
Kristiansund BK
Kristiansund preview: Improved form of late
The hosts have avoided defeat in each of their three most recent outings – achieving victory twice – but they have lost three of their last four at home.
Considering that goalkeepers Adrian Saether and Michael Lansing are injured, expect Knut Andre Skjaerstein to feature.
Predicted lineup: Skjaerstein (GK), Hoffmann, Olsen, Ulvestad, Rakneberg, Odegard, Igor, Alte, Corlu, Ndour, Isah
Norway Eliteserien 11/05/25
L
Fredrikstad
1
Kristiansund BK
0
Norway Cup 07/05/25
W
Alta
0
Kristiansund BK
4
Norway Eliteserien 04/05/25
W
Stromsgodset
1
Kristiansund BK
2
Norway Eliteserien 01/05/25
D
Rosenborg
1
Kristiansund BK
1
Norway Eliteserien 27/04/25
L
Valerenga
2
Kristiansund BK
0
Bodo/Glimt preview: Lacking a cutting edge against Sarpsborg
Bodo failed to create any big chances against Sarpsborg despite managing to generate 29 shots, whereas the victors managed to produce three big chances of their own.
The away side are fortunate to not have any injury concerns, so perhaps fans will see Patrick Berg in midfield alongside Hakon Evjen.
Predicted lineup: Haikin (GK), Sjovold, Bjortuft, Aleesami, Bjorkan, Blomberg, Evjen, Berg, Saltnes, Hogh, Hauge
Norway Cup 12/05/25
L
Aalesund
1
Bodo/Glimt
0
UEFA Europa League 08/05/25
L
Tottenham
2
Bodo/Glimt
0
UEFA Europa League 01/05/25
L
Tottenham
3
Bodo/Glimt
1
Norway Eliteserien 27/04/25
W
KFUM
0
Bodo/Glimt
3
Norway Cup 24/04/25
W
Junkeren
1
Bodo/Glimt
5
Player to watch – Kasper Waarst Hogh
Kasper Waarst Hogh has arguably been his club's most consistent performer in the 2025 season, scoring eight goals and providing two assists in the league this term.
The attacker failed to register a direct goal involvement against Sarpsborg, but he did manage to either score or assist in each of his prior five games.