Molde vs Kristiansund Preview
Molde return home looking to respond after the disappointing 2-0 defeat away to Tromso. Kristiansund have also struggled for consistency recently, especially in away matches where goals have been difficult to come by.
This fixture has produced some surprising results in recent meetings. Kristiansund defeated Molde 2-1 away from home last season and also won a dramatic 4-3 clash earlier in the rivalry, although the latest encounter between the sides ended goalless.
Molde Looking To Respond After Recent Setback
Molde followed their impressive 1-0 victory away to Bodo/Glimt with a frustrating defeat against Tromso last time out. Before that, they completely dominated Valerenga in a 5-1 home win and also scored four goals against HamKam in another convincing performance.
Home form has generally been strong despite the surprise loss against Lillestrom earlier in the season. Molde beat Rosenborg 2-0 and comfortably swept aside Brann 4-0 in previous home fixtures, showing how dangerous they can become once their attack starts flowing.
Kristiansund Facing Another Difficult Away Challenge
Kristiansund have struggled to build momentum over the last few weeks. They lost 2-0 away to Sandefjord in their most recent match after drawing 1-1 against both HamKam and Aalesund in games where they created very little going forward.
Away form remains a major concern ahead of this trip to Molde. Kristiansund were beaten 2-0 by Tromso and also lost heavily against Valerenga and Fredrikstad in previous away outings, with defensive mistakes continuing to cost them in difficult moments.
Molde vs Kristiansund Prediction
The main result tip is Molde to win and both teams to score at 2.54 odds. Molde have scored freely at home in recent wins over Valerenga and HamKam, but Kristiansund have already shown in previous meetings that they can still trouble this defence. The visitors also managed to beat Molde 2-1 away from home in a recent encounter.
Over 3.5 goals at 2.10 odds also looks like a strong option here. Molde’s recent home matches against Valerenga and HamKam produced nine total goals, while earlier meetings between these sides included a dramatic 4-3 result. Molde’s attacking style at home usually creates open matches with plenty of chances.
The correct score prediction is a 4-1 Molde victory at 14.00 odds. Molde have already scored four or more goals several times at home recently, while Kristiansund continue to concede heavily away from home against stronger sides. The home side should create enough pressure to eventually pull away in this matchup.
- Molde to win & Both teams to score @ 2.54 odds
- Over 3.5 goals @ 2.10 odds
- Molde 4-1 @ 14.00 odds