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Start vs Aalesund

23 August 2025 at 17:00Sparebanken Norge Arena Kristiansand, Kristiansand
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Match Summary

Start defeated Aalesund 3:1. The match was played in 1. Division 2025. Goals were scored by H. Lorentzen 33′, E. Schulze 64′, S. Griesbeck 70′, D. Johannsson 88′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Start made 3 substitutions, Aalesund made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Start and Aalesund — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Lineups

Start lined up in a — formation, while Aalesund deployed a —.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Start is 6.61, compared to 6.80 for Aalesund. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Start's highest-rated starter is J. Larsen (6.86), while Aalesund's best-rated player is S. Haram (7.33).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Start have contributed 1 goals and 4 assists this season, led by E. Schulze (1G). Aalesund's starters account for 2 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by H. Melland (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Start field 11 midfielders averaging 6.61, versus Aalesund's 11 rated 6.80. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 71% for Start and 74% for Aalesund. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Start's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Aalesund. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Start's starting XI is 26.2 (youngest: L. Gausdal (18), oldest: E. Schulze (32)), while Aalesund average 23.6 (youngest: S. Haram (20), oldest: K. Nesso (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Start's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 4 for Aalesund. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

StartPosition StrengthAalesund
6.61
Avg Rating
6.80
6.61Midfielder (11 v 11)6.80
1G 4A2G 2A
Start
1MidfielderJ. Larsen6.9
4MidfielderS. Hansen
16MidfielderT. Strannegard6.62A
3MidfielderA. Ujkani
6MidfielderJ. Norheim6.7
2MidfielderF. Palerud6.6
10MidfielderS. Mvoue6.8
30MidfielderL. Gausdal6.2
11MidfielderE. Schulze6.61G1A
20MidfielderH. Lorentzen6.51A
14MidfielderM. Soomets6.7
Aalesund
1MidfielderS. Grytebust
5MidfielderA. Kjelsen
7MidfielderK. Nesso6.6
25MidfielderJ. Kitolano
21MidfielderM. Christensen6.81A
4MidfielderS. Haram7.3
6MidfielderH. Hammer
8MidfielderH. Melland6.92G1A
16MidfielderJ. Orsahl
9MidfielderP. Ngongo
17MidfielderE. Myrlid6.4

Rivalry since 2016

Start vs Aalesund Head to Head Results· 12

Start and Aalesund have met 12 times — Start won 2, Aalesund won 7, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Aalesund leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 12 meetings. A combined 36 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (14 for the home side, 22 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Aalesund are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2021.

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wins
Drawn
3
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Total goals
36 · 3.0/match
Both scored
9/12 · 75%
Over 2.5
6/12 · 50%

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Highest-scoring game: 32 v 2021

Recent Form

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In their last 6 matches, Start have recorded 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 defeats. Aalesund show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Start

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Aalesund

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Match Prediction

Predicted winnerStart

Start

35%

Home win

 

35%

Draw

Aalesund

30%

Away win

Statistical tip

Double chance: Start or draw, plus over 1.5 goals

55%Form45%
44%Attack56%
75%Defence25%
41%Goals59%
29%Head-to-head71%
52.0%Overall48.0%

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026