Kristiansund BK 1-3 Rosenborg: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

Rosenborg arrive with the stronger recent league momentum and a broader attacking profile, while Kristiansund need a response after a damaging defeat. The home side have been much more competitive in Kristiansund than on their travels, which gives them a credible platform if they keep the match compact early. Rosenborg’s injury list is substantial, particularly through midfield and on the right of defence, but their superior control of possession and chance volume remains the defining matchup. Expect Kristiansund to make this physical and direct, with Rosenborg looking to take over once the first press fades.

Head-to-head analysis

This fixture has produced plenty of goals across the last ten meetings, including Rosenborg’s recent emphatic home win and Kristiansund’s strong home victory last season. The contrasting recent results reinforce that venue and game state matter greatly in this matchup.

Injuries and absences

Kristiansund lose defensive cover through Aalberg. Rosenborg’s cluster of absences is more consequential structurally: Bakke and Fossum affect midfield continuity, Svensson weakens the right defensive lane, and Islamović reduces forward-line depth.

Form (last 5)

Kristiansund BK vs Rosenborg stats

Last meetings

• 2026-07-12Rosenborg 3-0 Kristiansund BK
• 2025-06-22Kristiansund BK 4-1 Rosenborg
• 2025-05-01Rosenborg 1-1 Kristiansund BK
• 2024-12-01Kristiansund BK 0-4 Rosenborg
• 2024-05-26Rosenborg 2-1 Kristiansund BK
• 2024-03-14Rosenborg 2-2 Kristiansund BK

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