Opposing philosophies could create a rip-roaring contest
Kjetil Knutsen’s pacey, possession-driven 4-3-3 has seen Bodø/Glimt remain in the title conversation since July 2022 and his side are still in the title battle this season.
Glimt currently sit 5th in Eliteserien 2025 having accumulated 19 points from just 10 matches, giving them a points-per-game average that is higher than that of 9th-placed Kristiansund, who have 17 points on the board after 13 games.
Glimt travel to Kristiansund Stadion with the wind in their sails after thrashing SK Brann Bergen 3-0 at home, but their previous fixture saw them stumble 1-2 at home to Sarpsborg 08.
This Kristiansund BK vs FK Bodo Glimt preview gives insight into Amund Skiri’s side, who prefer to play an open, direct brand of football and are not as well organised in terms of pressing or maintaining a tactical shape, and have been in mixed form in recent weeks, winning 1, drawing 1 and losing 3 of their last 5.
Bodø Glimt have the better form and road record
Kristiansund BK will take an advantage into Saturday’s clash on paper at least as they have been installed as 2.15 favourites to take the points against 2.80 FK Bodø/Glimt.
However, both Kristiansund’s poor recent form and the head-to-head advantage that FK Bodø/Glimt hold over them suggests that the visitors are more likely to emerge victorious in what should be a tight match. The Kristiansund BK vs FK Bodo Glimt prediction is that Glimt have won their two previous meetings with KBK, including a 4-2 away win at Kristiansund in last season's Eliteserien, and they look likely to edge this game given their superior average of points-per-game and their need to stay in the title race.
FK Bodø/Glimt have been a reliable away side in Eliteserien 2025, recording 2 wins, 1 draw and just 1 defeat from their 4 road fixtures.
Kristiansund have won 2 and lost 3 of their 5 matches at Kristiansund Stadion and have conceded 6 goals across those matches, making them vulnerable to Glimt’s attacks according to Kristiansund BK vs FK Bodo Glimt odds.
Expect an end-to-end clash with both teams to score
Both of these teams are adept at creating end-to-end contests, with FK Bodø/Glimt's quick, forward-thinking attacks and rapid transitions likely to test a Kristiansund BK side who are not great at staying compact.
Our Kristiansund BK vs FK Bodo Glimt prediction is that a BTTS (Both Teams to Score) bet looks a good option here, given the two sides’ contrasting philosophies and Kristiansund BK's inability to consistently prevent goals. For additional value, check out Kristiansund BK vs FK Bodo Glimt betting tips before placing your wager.
