In an upcoming Norwegian Eliteserien clash, Odd will host Kristiansund at the Skagerak Arena on Friday.
This fixture sees both teams vying to move further away from the relegation zone, with Odds looking to extend their unbeaten streak to four matches.
Team Form
Odds
Odd has experienced a resurgence in form after a challenging start to the season. Kenneth Dokken's men struggled in early to mid-May, losing three consecutive league games against Fredrikstad, Tromso, and Molde.
However, they have bounced back, securing a goalless draw against KFUM, a 2-1 victory over Lillestrom, and a 1-1 draw with Stromsgodset.
These results have lifted Odd to 12th place, three points clear of the relegation zone.
Despite having the second-worst defence in the league, conceding 22 goals, they have shown defensive improvements recently, conceding only twice in their last three matches.
Kristiansund
Newly-promoted Kristiansund endured a tough period from late April to late May, failing to win any of their seven league matches.
They have since broken this winless streak with a 3-1 victory over Sarpsborg at the start of June, placing them ninth in the table, three points above the drop zone.
Away from home, Kristiansund has struggled, losing four out of six matches, including the last three.
However, they have managed to score in four of those six games, indicating a need for defensive improvements as they have conceded the third-most goals in the league.
Team News
Odd
Odd will be without midfielder Zakaria Mugeese, who remains sidelined. Torgeir Borven and Sondre Solholm Johansen are also out due to groin and ACL injuries, respectively.
Leon Hien is doubtful with a foot injury, while Faniel Tewelde and Ole Erik Midtskogen are expected to start in attack.
Kristiansund
Kristiansund will miss Marius Olsen, who is recovering from an ankle injury.
Their leading scorer, Pape Gueye, will feature in an attacking trio alongside Hilmir Mikaelsson and Oskar Sivertsen.
Match Prediction
Given both teams' recent form, this fixture is expected to be closely contested. Odd has found some momentum but struggles at home, while Kristiansund has poor away form but can score goals.
A balanced match is likely, and a 1-1 draw seems a reasonable prediction.
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