Preview
Alright lads, gather 'round. We've got a bit of a mismatch on the cards here in the Eliteserien. Start are currently looking a bit lost, sitting right at the bottom of the pile in 16th place. They've only managed three wins from their last ten outings, and let's be honest, their defense is about as sturdy as a wet paper bag, shipping in two goals on average every time they step out of the dressing room.
On the other side of the pitch, we've got Brann. These lot are the proper business. They’re sitting comfortably in 7th and have been making life difficult for everyone they face. They’ve bagged six wins in their last ten, and when they're on the road, they're particularly tidy at the back, conceding just half a goal per game on average. They aren't just winning; they're doing it with some serious graft.
If you want to talk about history, well, it's a bit of a one-sided story, isn't it? In nine meetings between these two, Start haven't won a single one. Brann have taken seven of those matches, and Start haven't found the net much against them either. It’s a recurring nightmare for the home side, and there's no reason to think it'll be any different this time around.
Brann are expected to do most of the heavy lifting here. The math suggests they'll be the ones providing the fireworks, while Start will be scrambling to keep things tight. While the 'Over 2.5 Goals' looks like a popular shout for many, I'm looking for a bit more meat on the bone with the result.
At 1.95, the Away Win feels like the smart money. Brann are the better side, the more consistent side, and they've got a history of making Start look like amateurs. It’s a straightforward one for me—Brann take the three points.
Key Points:
- Start are struggling in 16th place with a poor 30% win rate over their last 10 games.
- Brann are in 7th and have secured 6 wins in their last 10 matches.
- Brann have dominated the head-to-head record with 7 wins and 2 draws in 9 meetings.
- Start's defense is leaking 2.00 goals per game on average.
- Brann's away defense is exceptionally solid, conceding only 0.50 goals per game.
Bet: Away Win
