KA Akureyri vs KR Reykjavik preview and prediction
The match
KA Akureyri host KR Reykjavik in the Úrvalsdeild on Sunday 23 August, with kick-off at 18:00 (WAT). KA Akureyri are 5th with 29 points from 27 games, while KR Reykjavik sit 2nd on 56 points. A gap of 27 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
KA Akureyri's last 5: DLLDD Most recently they drew with Valur Reykjavik 4–4 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.5 scored and 2.0 conceded.
KR Reykjavik's last 5: DWDWW Most recently they drew with Breidablik 3–3 at home. On the road they have won 1 and lost 0 of their last 3. They are scoring freely – 3.7 goals a game.
KR Reykjavik arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.0 points a game against 1.0.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 31 May 2026, finished KR Reykjavik 5–3 KA Akureyri.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 4.7 goals: 1.7 for KA Akureyri and 3.0 for KR Reykjavik. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 84% and both teams to score at 76%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: KA Akureyri 21%, draw 12%, KR Reykjavik 67%.
Both teams to score: yes (76%) at 1.20.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 76% chance at odds of 1.20. Predicted score: KA Akureyri 1–3 KR Reykjavik. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
KA Akureyri21%fair 4.76 · @4.20
Draw12%fair 8.57 · @5.00
KR Reykjavik67%fair 1.49 · @1.44
4.66Expected goals
1.65KA Akureyri xG
3.01KR Reykjavik xG
76%Both score
84%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–37%
1–27%
2–36%
2–26%
1–45%
1–15%
From our goals model: KA Akureyri 1.7 – 3.0 KR Reykjavik expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for KA Akureyri vs KR Reykjavik?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.20.
Who will win KA Akureyri vs KR Reykjavik?
On our numbers KA Akureyri have a 21% chance of winning, the draw 12% and KR Reykjavik 67%.
How many goals will there be in KA Akureyri vs KR Reykjavik?
We expect about 4.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 84% likely and both teams score 76% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for KA Akureyri vs KR Reykjavik?
Our predicted score is KA Akureyri 1–3 KR Reykjavik, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 4.7 goals in total.
When is KA Akureyri vs KR Reykjavik?
KA Akureyri vs KR Reykjavik (Úrvalsdeild) kicks off on Sunday 23 August 2026 at 18:00 (West Africa Time).
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
