Probable Lineups
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Tippeligaen.
Missing Players
Start
Brann
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
Uduak Cyril Idemokon | Out | 6.25 | |
Rolf Daniel Vikstøl | Out | 6.51 |
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
Jakob Orlov | Doubtful | 6.81 |
Team News
Start
Brann
- Uduak Cyril Idemokon is a long term absentee for Start.
- Captain Rolf Daniel Vikstøl has been handed an extra match ban for his vicious challenge on Tromsø's Gjermund Åsen two weeks ago.
- Start could name an unchanged XI after drawing 1-1 against Lillestrøm last weekend.
- Generally speaking, manager Lars Arne Nilsen has preferred a settled starting XI this season. However, with no suspensions and a fully fit squad, he now has some different options to consider.
- Last weekend Nilsen handed a surprise start to underused forward Steffen Lie Skålevik, and the 23-year-old duly obliged by scoring two goals. Even if first choice striker Jacob Orlov is fit again, it would be harsh and then some to bench Skålevik after that.
- Gilli Sørensen could be back in team, most likely at the expense of Daniel Braaten.
- Jonas Grønner has performed well in central defence while Bismar Acosta has been out suspended, but the Costa Rican is still widely expected to be back in the team now that he's available for selection again.