IK Start - Rosenborg prediction 18 July 2026
IK Start
Rosenborg
BrannIK StartFredrikstadIK StartIK StartValerengaIK StartBodo/GlimtVikingIK StartIK StartTromsoBodo/GlimtIK StartHam-KamIK StartIK StartMoldeLillestromIK StartSarpsborg 08IK StartTromsoIK StartIK StartAalesundKFUM OsloIK StartSandefjordIK StartRosenborgKristiansundRosenborgMoldeRosenborgBodo/GlimtKFUM OsloRosenborgRosenborgAalesundRosenborgLillestromVikingRosenborgRosenborgBrannSandefjordRosenborgRosenborgSarpsborg 08TromsoRosenborgRosenborgStjordals BlinkRosenborgValerengaMoldeRosenborgBryneRosenborg| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.10 | 2.30 | 2.62 | |
| 3.20 | 2.30 | 2.50 | |
| 3.00 | 2.30 | 2.50 | |
| 3.05 | 2.22 | 2.48 | |
| 2.95 | 2.30 | 2.45 | |
| 3.22 | 3.63 | 2.04 |
- 29Erlend Dahl Reitandefender
- 23Erlend Segbergmidfielder
- 20Hakon Lorentzenforward
- 1Jacob Pryts Larsengoalkeeper
- 17Jesper Corneliusforward
- 6John Olav Norheimdefender
- 18Mikael Uglandmidfielder
- 5Omar Jebalidefender
- 27Ousmane Diallodefender
- 10Steve Mvouémidfielder
- 16Tom Strannegårdmidfielder
- 7Alexander Gurendal
- 3Altin Ujkani
- 12Deni Dashaev
- 11Eirik Schulze
- 2Fredrik Palerud
- 22James Ampofo
- 30Lukas Hjelleset Gausdal
- 14Markus Soomets
- 13Sebastian Griesbeck
- 19Adrian Pereiradefender
- 18Amin Chiakhaforward
- 29David Durisforward
- 35Emil Konradsen Ceideforward
- 8Iver Fossummidfielder
- 22Jonas Svenssondefender
- 1Leopold Wahlstedtgoalkeeper
- 17Mads Bomholtmidfielder
- 4Mikkel Konradsen Ceidedefender
- 10Ole Selnaesmidfielder
- 21Tomas Nemcikdefender
- 9Dino Islamovic
- 2Håkon Røsten
- 5Håkon Volden
- 14Jesper Reitan-Sunde
- 15Jonas Mortensen
- 11Noah Sahsah
- 12Rasmus Sandberg
- 6Santeri Vaananen
- 3Tobias Solheim Dahl
RosenborgIK StartRosenborgIK StartRosenborgIK StartIK StartRosenborgIK StartRosenborgIK StartRosenborgRosenborgIK StartRosenborgIK StartRosenborgIK StartRosenborgIK Start| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Tromso | 14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 22:14 | +8 | 28 |
| 2 |  Viking | 11 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 29:11 | +18 | 27 |
| 3 |  Bodo/Glimt | 12 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 30:11 | +19 | 26 |
| 4 |  Lillestrom | 12 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 19:11 | +8 | 22 |
| 5 |  Molde | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 20:15 | +5 | 20 |
| 6 |  Ham-Kam | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 19:18 | +1 | 18 |
| 7 |  Sarpsborg 08 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 14:16 | -2 | 17 |
| 8 |  Brann | 13 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 26:21 | +5 | 16 |
| 9 |  Sandefjord | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 12:15 | -3 | 15 |
| 10 |  Fredrikstad | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 15:22 | -7 | 14 |
| 11 |  Valerenga | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 13:21 | -8 | 14 |
| 12 |  Aalesund | 12 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 17:22 | -5 | 12 |
| 13 | Rosenborg | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 12:18 | -6 | 12 |
| 14 |  KFUM Oslo | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 12:19 | -7 | 12 |
| 15 |  Kristiansund | 12 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 11:21 | -10 | 11 |
| 16 | IK Start | 13 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 14:30 | -16 | 7 |
IK Start vs Rosenborg Prediction (Jul 18)
The IK Start vs Rosenborg prediction for the Eliteserien match on Jul 18, 2026, at Sparebanken Sør Arena points to an away win. Based on the stats, Rosenborg has a 55% chance of winning, while IK Start sits at 20% and the draw at 25%. Bookmakers see a tighter contest, but the head-to-head record and recent form heavily favor the visitors.
Team Form
IK Start are in poor shape with four losses in their last five matches (L, L, W, L, L). The sole win came at home against Valerenga (2-0) on May 25, but heavy defeats to Bodo/Glimt (1-4) and Viking (3-6) exposed defensive frailties. Their most recent outing was a 1-2 loss at Brann on Jul 12.
Rosenborg show mixed form (W, W, D, L, L) but arrive with back-to-back wins: a 3-0 league victory over Kristiansund on Jul 12 and a 2-1 friendly win against Molde. Earlier league results include a 2-2 draw with Bodo/Glimt and losses to KFUM Oslo (0-2) and Aalesund (2-3). The recent clean sheet at home suggests defensive improvement.
Head-to-Head Record
The H2H record is overwhelmingly in Rosenborg's favor. In the last 10 meetings, IK Start have 0 wins, 1 draw, and Rosenborg have claimed 9 victories as the away side. The most recent clash was a friendly on Feb 24, 2026, where Rosenborg won 2-1. In Eliteserien encounters, Rosenborg have won the last three, including a 1-0 away win in 2018 and a 1-0 home win in 2020. IK Start's only point came from a 0-0 home draw in July 2020.
League Table Positions
IK Start do not appear in the top 12 of the Eliteserien standings, indicating a lowly position. Rosenborg are also absent from the overall top 12, but in the home standings they rank 7th with 11 points from 7 games (3 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses). IK Start's home form is sparse: a 2-0 win over Valerenga and a 1-4 loss to Bodo/Glimt. Both sides are struggling in the lower half, but Rosenborg's home record hints at greater quality.
Win Probability: IK Start or Rosenborg?
We calculate the win probabilities as follows: IK Start 20%, draw 25%, Rosenborg 55%. The bookmaker odds implied a closer split (home 30%, draw 38%, away 32%), but the adjustment reflects Rosenborg's dominant H2H record (9 away wins in 10) and IK Start's dreadful form with just one win in five. The home advantage is negated by IK Start's leaky defense and Rosenborg's recent clean sheet. Rosenborg are clear favorites to take all three points.
Odds & Match Prediction
The best available odds from the JSON data show IK Start win at 2.90, draw at 2.30, and Rosenborg win at 2.70. Bookmakers initially rate the draw as the most likely single outcome, but our analysis – factoring in the lopsided head-to-head and current form – points to an away victory. Based on the stats, Rosenborg to win is the most probable match outcome.
IK Start vs Rosenborg — FAQ
- Who will win IK Start vs Rosenborg?
- Based on our analysis, Rosenborg has a 55% chance of winning, while IK Start has a 20% chance and the draw is at 25%. Rosenborg's strong head-to-head record (9 wins in the last 10 meetings) and IK Start's poor form make the visitors the clear favorites.
- What is the win probability for Rosenborg?
- Rosenborg has a 55% win probability. This is driven by their dominant H2H record against IK Start (9 away wins in 10 matches) and IK Start's recent struggles, with only one win in their last five outings.
- When is the IK Start vs Rosenborg match?
- The match is on Jul 18, 2026, at 14:00 local time. It will be played at Sparebanken Sør Arena in Kristiansand, Norway, as part of the Eliteserien competition.
- What are the odds for the match?
- The odds are: IK Start win at 2.90, draw at 2.30, and Rosenborg win at 2.70. These come from the bookmakers listed in the JSON data and reflect a market that sees the draw as the most likely single result.
- What is the head-to-head record between IK Start and Rosenborg?
- In the last 10 head-to-head meetings, IK Start have 0 wins, 1 draw, and Rosenborg have 9 wins as the away team. The most recent match was a friendly on Feb 24, 2026, which Rosenborg won 2-1.