Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK Predictions

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EliteserienEliteserien · Norway
medium confidence
Ham-Kam

Ham-Kam

Full Time

2 - 2

AI predicted 2 - 1

Kristiansund BK

Kristiansund BK

🗓️ Sunday, 30 Aug 2026 at 17:00 CEST (venue time) · 15:00 UTC (your time)📍 Briskeby Arena, Hamar

Win Probability (1X2)

Ham-Kam 47%Draw 30%Kristiansund BK 23%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: Ham-Kam Win

Match Result

8/10

Ham-Kam and Kristiansund BK Share Four-Goal Thriller at Briskeby Arena

Ham-Kam and Kristiansund BK played out a pulsating 2-2 draw at Briskeby Arena, with both sides exchanging blows in a second half packed with drama and momentum swings. After a goalless first half, the contest burst into life shortly after the break as Kristiansund struck first, only for Ham-Kam to hit back twice and take the lead. However, the visitors refused to be denied, leveling the score and ensuring the spoils were shared in an entertaining Eliteserien encounter. Statistically, Ham-Kam enjoyed the lion’s share of possession (59%) and forced 9 corners, but Kristiansund were more prolific in attack, registering 19 total shots (5 on target) to match their hosts’ output in front of goal. Both teams showed attacking intent and resilience, but ultimately neither could find the decisive edge in a match that showcased the strengths—and frailties—of both squads.

💪 AI Prediction Report

DECENT HIT

Predicted

2 - 1

⚡

Actual

2 - 2

❌Result
✅BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results2/3 hit

1X2 — Home
❌
Over/Under 2.5 Goals — Over
✅
Both Teams to Score — Yes
✅

Key Moments

49' — Goal

Tobias Hammer Svendsen puts Kristiansund ahead, finishing off a swift attack.

51' — Goal

Duarte Moreira quickly equalizes for Ham-Kam, shifting momentum back to the hosts.

62' — Goal

Sander Svendsen restores Kristiansund's lead with a composed finish.

73' — Goal

Blerton Isufi levels for Ham-Kam, capping a sustained spell of pressure.

various' — Yellow Cards

Ham-Kam pick up two yellows, Kristiansund one, as tempers flare in a competitive second half.

Ham-Kam

Ham-Kam

6.8/10

Ham-Kam set up in a 5-3-2 formation, prioritizing defensive solidity but also looking to control the game through possession. Their 59% share of the ball allowed them to dictate tempo for large spells, and they created several dangerous moments, especially from set pieces—winning 9 corners. The home side responded well to falling behind, showing character to overturn a deficit and briefly take the lead through goals in the 51st and 73rd minutes. However, lapses at the back and a failure to kill off the game cost them all three points. Despite matching Kristiansund for shots on target (5), Ham-Kam’s finishing lacked clinical edge, and their 17 fouls and two yellow cards reflected a sometimes desperate attempt to regain control as the match wore on.

Key Players

Duarte Moreira: Scored Ham-Kam's first goal to quickly cancel out Kristiansund's opener and spark the comeback.
Blerton Isufi: Found the net in the 73rd minute to give Ham-Kam a temporary lead.
Marcus Sandberg: Made key saves among 5 shots on target faced, keeping Ham-Kam in the game during Kristiansund's attacking spells.

Strengths

Dominated possession (59%)Effective set pieces (9 corners)Resilience to come from behind

Weaknesses

Defensive lapses after taking the leadHigh foul count (17)Inability to close out the match
Kristiansund BK

Kristiansund BK

7.1/10

Kristiansund BK lined up in an adventurous 4-3-3, and while they saw less of the ball (41% possession), they were the more enterprising side in attack, firing 19 shots and matching Ham-Kam with 5 on target. Their willingness to commit numbers forward paid off with goals in the 49th and 62nd minutes, both times capitalizing on moments of transition and defensive uncertainty from the hosts. Even after conceding twice in quick succession, Kristiansund showed resolve to equalize and maintain pressure until the final whistle. Their defensive discipline was generally solid, conceding just two goals despite Ham-Kam's territorial dominance. A lower foul count (13) and just one yellow card also reflected a measured approach under pressure.

Key Players

Tobias Hammer Svendsen: Scored the opening goal shortly after halftime, setting the tone for Kristiansund's attacking intent.
Sander Svendsen: Added the second goal to restore Kristiansund's lead in the 62nd minute.
Michael Lansing: Produced key saves to keep Kristiansund in the match, especially during Ham-Kam's strongest periods.

Strengths

Prolific shot creation (19 total shots)Quick transitions and effective counter-attacksResilience after conceding

Weaknesses

Allowed Ham-Kam to dominate possessionStruggled to defend set pieces (9 corners conceded)Lost momentum after taking the lead

Tactical Analysis

Ham-Kam’s 5-3-2 formation was designed to provide defensive cover while allowing wing-backs to push forward, but at times it left them vulnerable to Kristiansund’s rapid transitions. With three central midfielders, Ham-Kam controlled possession and sought to overload the middle, but struggled to consistently break down Kristiansund’s back four, especially in open play. Kristiansund’s 4-3-3 offered width and attacking variety, with both Svendsens and Bytyqi stretching the Ham-Kam defense. Their willingness to shoot from range and commit numbers forward resulted in a high shot count. Both teams exploited set pieces, but Kristiansund’s ability to strike quickly after turnovers was particularly notable. Substitutions (not detailed in the data) likely refreshed both midfields as the match became increasingly open in the second half.

Turning Point

Blerton Isufi’s equalizer in the 73rd minute, which ensured Ham-Kam salvaged a point after twice falling behind.

Man of the Match

Tobias Hammer Svendsen

Opened the scoring and was a constant threat in Kristiansund’s attack, setting the tone for their offensive performance.

Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK: Match Preview

Ham-Kam return to Briskeby Arena looking to reassert their home advantage after a tough run of fixtures, having lost three of their last five but still boasting five wins from eight at home this season. Kristiansund, sitting 14th, have managed just one away win all campaign and are under pressure to claw out of the relegation zone, though a recent 5-0 cup win may offer a morale boost.

Statistically, Ham-Kam’s attack at home (1.75 goals per game) is a clear strength, especially against a Kristiansund defence conceding 1.78 per away match. Both sides struggle for clean sheets—Ham-Kam at 24% and Kristiansund at 12%—and the over 2.5 goals rate for the hosts stands at 71%. Kristiansund’s away attack remains blunt (0.56 goals per game), but their last five in all competitions show some improvement, averaging 1.8 goals and 10.4 shots per match.

The model expects Ham-Kam to control the early tempo, with a 54% chance of the opening goal before the half-hour and a 68% probability of at least one first-half goal. Given the defensive records and recent scoring upticks, a 2-1 home win is the likeliest outcome, though Kristiansund’s set-piece threat and recent cup form keep the draw or a high-scoring stalemate in play.

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Kristiansund BK1.25

Expected goals · model says 1.25

Win Probability
Ham-Kam 49% Draw 24% Kristiansund BK 27%

Over 2.5 Goals

58%

BTTS: Yes

59%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 2-1 · 1-0

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Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
47%
30%
23%
Ham-Kam 47%Draw 30%Kristiansund BK 23%
Both Teams to Score
56%
44%
Yes 56%No 44%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
59%
41%
Over 2.5 59%Under 2.5 41%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
73%
27%
Over 9.5 73%Under 9.5 27%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK that most previews miss.

  • 1Ham-Kam’s matches have gone over 2.5 goals in 12 of 17 league games (71%), the highest rate among mid-table sides.
  • 2Kristiansund have scored just 5 goals in 9 away league matches, but have averaged 1.8 goals per game across their last five in all competitions.
  • 3Six of the last eight H2H meetings have finished with both teams scoring or a 1-goal margin.

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The Case For This Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK Prediction

Ham-Kam’s strong home record and Kristiansund’s travel struggles set up a fixture where the underlying rates point to a narrow home win in a match with above-average goal expectancy.

Key Factors at a Glance

Attack

  • →Ham-Kam’s home scoring rate (1.75 per game) far exceeds Kristiansund’s away output (0.56 per game).

Defence

  • →Kristiansund have lost 7 of 9 away, conceding 16 goals in those matches.

Match Context

  • →Ham-Kam have seen 71% of their matches go over 2.5 goals this season.

🚩 Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK Corners Prediction

medium confidence
11.7expected total corners
Over 73%
Under 27%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 6.4 corners for Ham-Kam and 5.3 for Kristiansund BK, for an expected total of 11.7. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (73%). Over 8.5: 83% · Over 10.5: 62%.

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How Ham-Kam and Kristiansund BK Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

Ham-KamHam-Kamlast 5 matches
M. Gjonesub/out
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

B. IsufiXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

D. Al Saedsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

N. Alexanderssonsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

H. Opsahlsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

W. Osnes-Ringensub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Kristiansund BKKristiansund BKlast 5 matches
L. AlvheimXI
5 goals in 5
100%

In exceptional form

H. BrusethXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

S. SvendsenXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

S. Kilensub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

T. SvendsenXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Ham-Kam have struggled for consistency, winning just one of their last five and failing to score in three of those, but their home record remains a relative strength. Kristiansund have lost three of their last five league matches, but a recent 5-0 cup win and improved shot output hint at a slight attacking resurgence.

Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK — Last 10 Matches

Ham-KamHam-KamLast 10 results
D2-2
L0-3
D1-1
W3-0
L0-1
L0-3
L1-4
D2-2
D2-2
W2-0
Dvs Kristiansund BK2-2
L@ Brann0-3
Dvs Aalesund1-1
W@ Valerenga3-0
L@ Sarpsborg 08 FF0-1
L@ Bodo/Glimt0-3
Lvs Tromso1-4
D@ Sandefjord2-2
D@ Aalesund2-2
Wvs Lillestrom2-0

Strengths

  • +Prolific attack — 2.2 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Over 2.5 goals in 72.22% of games this season
Kristiansund BKKristiansund BKLast 10 results
D2-2
L0-1
W2-1
L1-2
L1-2
D0-0
L0-3
L1-3
L1-2
W2-1
D@ Ham-Kam2-2
L@ Fredrikstad0-1
Wvs Molde2-1
L@ KFUM Oslo1-2
Lvs Start1-2
Dvs Sarpsborg 08 FF0-0
L@ Rosenborg0-3
L@ Valerenga1-3
Lvs Viking1-2
W@ Lillestrom2-1

Strengths

  • +Prolific attack — 2.0 goals/game (last 5)

What History Says: Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK

Recent head-to-heads are balanced, with three draws in the last eight and both teams scoring in five of those games. Scorelines of 2-1 and 1-1 have recurred, suggesting a tendency for close, competitive encounters.

Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK Head-to-Head History

Last 9 meetings between these sides

3

Ham-Kam wins

4

Draws

2

Kristiansund BK wins

33%44% draws22%
30 Aug 26Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK2-2
3 May 26Kristiansund BK vs Ham-Kam1-1
18 Feb 26Kristiansund BK vs Ham-Kam2-1
26 Oct 25Kristiansund BK vs Ham-Kam1-3
30 Mar 25Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK2-1
27 Oct 24Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK1-0

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK

With no bookmaker odds available, value cannot be formally calculated. However, the model’s 47% home win probability and 59% over 2.5 goals rate would warrant attention if market prices are generous on either outcome.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Ham-Kam Win1.8547.0%-7.1%
Drawvalue3.9030.0%+4.4%
Kristiansund BK Win3.7023.0%-4.0%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.6259.0%-2.7%
Under 2.52.2541.0%-3.4%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes1.5756.0%-7.7%
No2.2544.0%-0.4%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 3.90EV +0.170

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Things to Watch: Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK

  • ⚠️Recent form for both sides is inconsistent, with Ham-Kam winless in four and Kristiansund showing some attacking improvement.
  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds available, so value angles cannot be quantified.
  • ⚠️Lineups and late injuries are unknown at time of analysis.

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Final Verdict

Ham-Kam 2–1 Kristiansund BK

The statistical profile points to a 2-1 home win, underpinned by Ham-Kam’s superior home scoring rate and Kristiansund’s travel frailty. The biggest risk is Kristiansund’s recent attacking uptick, which could push the match towards a higher-scoring draw if Ham-Kam’s defence wobbles.

Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK: Common Questions

Who will win Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK?

Ham-Kam are modelled as 47% likely winners, with Kristiansund at 23% and the draw at 30%. The home side’s strong record at Briskeby and Kristiansund’s away struggles drive this edge.

Will both teams score in Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund?

There’s a 56% model probability for both teams to score. Both sides have kept just one clean sheet in their last five, and recent H2H meetings often see goals at both ends.

How many goals are expected in Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund?

The over 2.5 goals probability is 59%, reflecting Ham-Kam’s 1.76 conceded and 1.41 scored per game, with Kristiansund’s away defence also conceding 1.78 per match.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Ham-Kam vs Kristiansund BK: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline — season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 23 August 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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