Bodoe/Glimt vs Start prediction 30.04.2026 | Eliteserien

Kjetil Knutsen’s side remain one of the most attack-minded teams in Norway. They have collected three wins in their first five league matches, scoring nine goals during this early run in the Eliteserien. Their recent form has been especially strong, with wins over Kristiansund (3-0), Aalesund (3-0), and Lillestrøm (2-0), suggesting they are finding rhythm domestically. However, they still received a reality check in their matchup with Viking, where they suffered a horrendous 5-0 defeat.

At home in the league they are perfect so far, winning their only match and scoring three unanswered goals.

Players such as Håkon Evjen and Fredrik Sjøvold have been influential in recent weeks, while the side’s defensive structure has tightened with three straight clean sheets in league action. No major fresh injury concerns are widely reported pre-match, though rotation remains possible due to their congested schedule.

Start’s return to the Eliteserien has been rough. They are still searching for their first win after six matches, having scored less than a goal per game during this early stretch of the season.

On the road, they have lost three of four league games - secured a 1-1 draw with Sarpsborg 08 - and showed clear signs of defensive vulnerability (8 goals conceded).

Start’s biggest concern here will be containing Bodø/Glimt’s relentless pressing and pace in wide areas, as they have already struggled to contain opposition with less attacking fluidity.