Key statistics:

• Bodo Glimt secured three points in their previous outing against Lillestrom.
• The team has an expected goals (xG) rating of 3.75 at home.
• Bodo Glimt has seen one-sided scoring in four of their last five matches.
• Start lost 2-1 to HamKam in their last match.
• Start has seen both teams score in five of their last six matches.

Bodo Glimt’s recent home performance includes a decisive 3:0 win against Aalesund, with an xG of 3.94. However, midfielders Saltnes and Riisnaes are confirmed out for the match. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Torkildsen and midfielder Mvoue are unavailable for Start, adding to their woes. Defenders Norheim, Tonnesen, and Ujkani are also doubtful for this fixture.

Start’s away games have not fared well recently. Their last match ended in a 2-1 loss to HamKam, where they had an xG of only 0.99. This inconsistency could play a significant role as they face a dominant Bodo Glimt side.

League regulations state that identical point totals will be decided by goal difference, which could be crucial as the season progresses. Observers will watch closely to see if Bodo Glimt can maintain their home dominance against a struggling Start team.

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On the other hand, Start arrives at this matchup following a disappointing 2-1 defeat against HamKam. They initially took the lead in the 47th minute through a goal by Schulze but could not hold on.

Both teams face significant player absences. Bodo/Glimt will be without midfielders Saltnes and Riisnaes. Meanwhile, Start is missing goalkeeper Torkildsen and midfielder Mvoue. Additionally, defenders Norheim, Tonnesen, and Ujkani are listed as doubtful.

Recent trends show that four of the last five Eliteserien matches involving Bodo/Glimt saw only one team score. In contrast, five of the last six matches played by Start resulted in both teams scoring.

This upcoming match could prove crucial for both sides as they seek to improve their standings in the league. If teams finish on equal points, goal difference will serve as the primary tie-breaker.

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