Odd Grenland faces Start in the opening game of the 1st division. The match will be played away from home, and Odd Grenland seeks to start strong in the season. The team has had a good preparation period, and players like Mushkelaj and Bakenga are ready to take on bigger roles. Start is also a strong team, and the match promises to be an exciting opening to the season. Odd Grenland has had some changes in the squad since last year, but the team has retained its most important players. Now it remains to be seen how the team will function together on the field. Odd Grenland has ambitions to be promoted to the Eliteserien, and a good start to the season is important to achieve this goal. The match against Start is therefore very important, and Odd Grenland must be well prepared to be able to win. The team's coach, Jan Frode Nornes, has been working hard to get the team ready for the new season. He has been focusing on improving the team's defense, which was a weakness last season. With a strong defense and a good offense, Odd Grenland has the potential to do well in the 1st division.