Based on the data, Molde is slightly favored to win or draw, with a draw being a strong possibility due to balanced odds and form.
Form Analysis: Start has poor form with a DL record, scoring 1 goal and conceding 3 in their last 5 matches, averaging 1.2 goals scored and 2.0 conceded, and no clean sheets. Molde has mixed form with LW, scoring 3 and conceding 4 in their last 5, averaging 2.0 goals scored and 1.8 conceded, with 1 clean sheet. Both teams are on streaks: Start with 1 draw, Molde with 1 loss.
Key Factors: 1. Head-to-head history strongly favors Molde with 4 wins and 2 draws in the last 5 meetings. 2. Start has two doubtful injuries (F. Palerud and S. Mvoue), weakening their squad. 3. The API-Football model predicts a draw or Molde win, aligning with odds that show near-equal probabilities.
Conclusion: The data supports Molde as the slight favorite, but a draw is highly plausible given the teams' recent performances and historical trends.
