Magne Hoseth, former coach of Start, opens up about the special year he has left behind. He tells about the «jævlige» family life on the Faroe Islands and the new job in Denmark.

What happened to Magne Hoseth?

Magne Hoseth (43) receives VG in the Copenhagen suburb of Lyngby where he is the new coach.

He tells about the completely special year he has left behind – and his new coaching life in the backyard of Denmark's big football locomotive, FC Copenhagen.

What does this mean for Start?

Start is having a tough season so far, with 2 points and 0 wins in 4 games. The team is in 16th place in the Eliteserien, 69 points behind leading Viking.

StatisticValue
League position16th place
Points2
Wins0
Games played4

What's next for Start?

Start's next game is against Kristiansund BK on July 26. The team hopes to turn the season around and get back on the winning track.

Start's league standings as of June 27, 2026: - League position: 16th place in Eliteserien, 2 points, 0W-2D-2L from 4 games, recent form LDDL. - Goals this season: 3 scored, 7 conceded (-4 goal difference). - Title race: 69 points behind leading Viking. - Last result: Sarpsborg 08 FF 1-1 Start (2026-04-06). - Next fixture: vs Kristiansund BK (away, 2026-07-26) (13th in the table).