Daily Tipster Picks – 25.05.2026
The following tipster picks are selected for 25 May 2026, based on current match data and informed analysis. These predictions apply to today’s fixtures only and may change before kickoff. For an overview of all picks, visit the main tipster predictions page.
Odds may change before kickoff.
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Norway: Eliteserien
Start vs Valerenga
Start is currently in the last 16th position with only 4 points after 10 matches and is having a really tough season in the Norwegian Eliteserien. The team still hasn’t won, with a record of 0 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, and a goal difference of 10:26, making it one of the weakest defenses in the league.
Their form is very poor, with four losses and one draw in the last five matches. At home, they often play more openly because they need to look for points, but defensively they leave a lot of space. In attack, the most dangerous players are Cornelius and Toura, who know how to create chances and score goals.
Valerenga is in 9th place with 11 points and is having a very inconsistent season. The team has 3 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses with a goal difference of 10:14, which shows instability but also offensive potential.
Away from home, they have 1 win, 1 draw, and 2 losses with 7 goals scored, and their matches often feature open play and chances for both sides. In attack, Gronbaek and Lange stand out the most, regularly creating danger through quick attacks and transitions.
Start needs to go for a win because the situation on the table is getting critical, and this will likely create even more space in defense. Valerenga has a better and more experienced team and knows how to take advantage of such defensive weaknesses. Everything points to a dynamic and open match with more goals and good chances for both sides.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Odds: 1.65
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Norway: OBOS-ligaen
Asane vs Raufoss
Asane is currently in the last 16th position in the OBOS league with only 3 points after 8 matches and is facing serious defensive issues. The team has managed just 1 win and suffered 6 losses, with a goal difference of 9:19, indicating that their games often have a lot of goals. Their form is weak, but the 2:0 victory against Sandnes in the last round might give them some extra confidence.
At home, they have scored 8 goals and conceded 11 in just 4 matches, which shows they play a very open style of football. In attack, Gronner and Rossi are the most dangerous players, regularly creating chances when the team plays more aggressively.
Raufoss is sitting in 12th place with 7 points and is also having a very unstable season. The team has 2 wins and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 9:14, but they have managed to string together two wins in the last two rounds, boosting their confidence.
Away from home, they have lost 3 out of 4 matches and often concede easy goals, especially when the opponent plays at a high pace. In attack, Aanesland and Da Silva are the most threatening, as they can punish teams with quick counterattacks and transitions.
The two teams are at the bottom of the table, and their points are really important, so I expect a more open approach without too much calculation. Asane needs to attack at home, while Raufoss has the offensive quality to respond. Considering the weak defenses and the playing style of both teams, I expect a dynamic match with lots of goals.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Odds: 1.70
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Norway: OBOS-ligaen
Odd vs Ranheim
Odd is currently in 4th place in the OBOS league with 16 points after 8 matches and has ambitions to fight for the top. The team plays very offensive football and has scored 17 goals so far, making them one of the most effective teams in the league.
At home, they have 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss with a goal difference of 9:5, showing that they regularly create many chances in front of their fans. Despite the last two losses, their form remains solid, and in attack, the most dangerous players are Tewelde and Bojadzic, who bring speed and finishing.
Ranheim is in 6th place with 13 points and is also a team that plays very open and effective matches. Their goal difference of 20:14 shows that their games often have many goals on both sides.
Away from home, they have 1 win and 2 losses with 7 goals scored in 3 matches, which further confirms their offensive orientation. In attack, Johnsen and Fossli stand out the most, regularly creating danger through quick attacks and transitions.
The two teams play offensively and rarely close down, and their matches this season often have a lot of chances and a fast pace. Odd will try to take the initiative right from the start, while Ranheim has enough quality to respond. I expect a dynamic and effective match with goals from both sides, but with a slight advantage for the home team due to playing on their own field and better organization.
1 (Odd to Win)
Odds: 2.10
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Ireland: Premier Division
Derry City vs Shelbourne
Derry City is currently in 6th place in the Irish Premier Division with 21 points from 18 matches, playing very strong and disciplined football. The team has 4 wins, 9 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 21:21, showing that their matches are often close and tactical. In their last five games, they have drawn four times, which further confirms their careful style of play.
At home, they have a solid record with 13 goals scored and 11 conceded in 9 matches. Duffy and Clarke are the most dangerous in attack, but the team often struggles to finish against well-organized defenses.
Shelbourne is in 5th place with 24 points and has a very similar form to the host team. They have 6 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 26:25.
When playing away, they are disciplined and strong, with 5 wins in 8 matches, but they also often find themselves in tight and uncertain games. In their last five rounds, they have three wins and two draws, showing stability and good organization. In attack, Wood and Martin are the most dangerous, often creating threats through quick attacks and set pieces.
The two teams are close on the table, and this match is really important for the fight for the top spots. Both Derry City and Shelbourne play carefully and with a lot of tactical discipline in these direct matches. Recently, both teams have had many draws, so I expect a close and tough game with few goals and a big chance that the match will end in a draw.
X (Draw)
Odds: 3.28
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