Start vs Bodo/Glimt Prediction - 20th May 2026

Start are enduring a disastrous campaign, sitting rock bottom of the Eliteserien with just 4 points from 9 matches. Their winless record (0W, 4D, 5L) translates to a dismal 0.40 points per game, while their defensive unit has leaked 25 goals at an average of 2.50 per game. Notably, they have failed to record a single clean sheet across their entire campaign. At home, Start have drawn their last three fixtures, managing just 1.00 goal per game while conceding 1.00. Their recent results underscore a side in freefall: a heavy 6-3 defeat to league leaders Viking, a 5-0 drubbing by Bodo/Glimt earlier this month, and a 2-1 loss to Ham-Kam. The mathematical trends confirm the struggle, with Start’s goals conceded trend showing a sharp decline and a consistency score of just 6.71%. In stark contrast, Bodo/Glimt are firmly entrenched in the top half, sitting 4th with 16 points from 8 matches. They boast a formidable 50% win rate over their last 10 games, scoring 2.20 goals per game while keeping a tight defensive line that concedes just 1.00 per game. Their away form is particularly robust, winning 50% of their road fixtures, drawing 25%, and losing just 25%. On the road, they average 1.50 goals scored and 1.50 conceded, but their recent output has been explosive, highlighted by a commanding 5-0 victory over Tromso. Bodo/Glimt’s technical dominance is evident in the underlying metrics: they average 17.25 shots per game (compared to Start’s 11.00), control 66.6% possession (vs 43.2%), and generate 7.50 corners per match. Their shot accuracy sits at 36.2%, and they have secured 5 clean sheets in their last 10 outings. The head-to-head record leaves little room for doubt, with Bodo/Glimt winning 5 of the 9 meetings. The most recent encounter at this venue ended 5-0, and the average goals per game in this fixture stands at 3.67. Over 2.5 goals has landed in 6 of the last 9 meetings. Fatigue levels are perfectly balanced, with both sides having 4 days of rest. The bookmakers have priced the Away Win at 1.25, implying an 80% probability. Given Start’s 0.40 PPG, 0% clean sheet rate, and Bodo/Glimt’s 1.80 PPG and 50% clean sheet rate, the true probability of an away victory comfortably exceeds 85%. This creates a positive expected value edge despite the short odds. While bets under 1.60 require absolute conviction, the statistical chasm between these two sides, combined with Bodo/Glimt’s away consistency and Start’s complete lack of defensive resilience, makes this a high-confidence single. Key Points: - Start are bottom of the table with 0 wins in 9 matches and 0 clean sheets. - Bodo/Glimt sit 4th, averaging 2.20 goals scored and 1.00 conceded per game. - H2H heavily favors Bodo/Glimt (5 wins in 9), including a 5-0 win at this venue last month. - Bodo/Glimt's away record is strong (50% win rate), while Start have drawn their last 3 home games. - Statistical dominance: Bodo/Glimt average 17.25 shots and 66.6% possession compared to Start's 11.00 and 43.2%. - Recommended Bet: Away Win at 1.25.