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FH hafnarfjordur

FH hafnarfjordur

Home
WD
22
Full time
Stjarnan

Stjarnan

Away
L
Kaplakriki
GoalVio prediction
45% confidence
Stjarnan(45%)
Most likely exact score1-2
Prediction missed— Result: Draw
Win probability
FH hafnarfjordur
32%
Draw
23%
Stjarnan
45%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
FH hafnarfjordur
73
Stjarnan
34
Defence
FH hafnarfjordur
66
Stjarnan
6
Momentum
FH hafnarfjordur
67
Stjarnan
0
Danger (xG)
FH hafnarfjordur
1.80
Stjarnan
0.90
Both teams to score
Yes

The model projects 1.50 xG for FH hafnarfjordur and 1.39 xG for Stjarnan. Stjarnan's projected xG of 1.39 is not sufficient to make scoring a reliable expectation — the model does not see them generating enough high-quality chances to break through.The projected 1-0 scoreline features a clean sheet for one side. With only 1 goal expected in total, the match is projected to be a tight, low-scoring affair where one goal may be enough to decide the contest.FH hafnarfjordur's Defensive Stability Score (66) comfortably exceeds the opposition's Attack Score (34). That structural defensive advantage is the clearest reason the model does not project both teams scoring.

Over 2.5 goals
Yes

The model projects a combined xG of 2.89 — elevated attacking volume. A combined xG below 2.5 is the model's primary signal that the match is unlikely to produce more than two goals, and this fixture falls below that threshold.The projected 1-0 scoreline stays under the 2.5-goal mark. Only 1 goal is expected in the most likely outcome — the model sees this as a tight, low-scoring contest where one goal could be decisive.

xG for (FH hafnarfjordur)
1.80
avg per match
xG for (Stjarnan)
0.90
avg per match
xG against (FH hafnarfjordur)
0.90
avg per match
xG against (Stjarnan)
2.70
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
FH hafnarfjordurFH hafnarfjordur
WDDDL
StjarnanStjarnan
DWDWL

Probability breakdown

45% confidence
FH hafnarfjordur32%
Draw23%
Stjarnan45%

Stjarnan leads with 45% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Stjarnan Backed to Win — Model Projects 1-2

FH hafnarfjordur take on Stjarnan in Úrvalsdeild.

Key factors

: 🏟️ Home Advantage Goalvio applies an 8% xG boost for home teams based on empirical data showing home sides score 10–15% more goals at their own ground. FH hafnarfjordur's Elo-adjusted home strength gives them a 62% expected score in this fixture — a factor that tips the balance when the underlying numbers are close.
: ⚠️ Upset Risk Stjarnan have won 2 of their last 10 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While FH hafnarfjordur carry the stronger underlying metrics, Stjarnan's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

FH hafnarfjordur have a structural home advantage that the model quantifies directly. Goalvio applies an 8% xG boost for home teams — empirically derived from home sides scoring 10–15% more goals on their own ground. The Elo model gives FH hafnarfjordur a 62% expected score in this fixture. When the underlying metrics are otherwise close, home advantage is often the decisive tipping factor.

Biggest risk: The xG gap between these sides is narrow — a small swing in form, a set-piece goal, or a tactical adjustment could flip the result. The model favours FH hafnarfjordur, but this is not a fixture where the outcome is a foregone conclusion. If Stjarnan score first, the game becomes genuinely open.

Risk factors

  • These sides have drawn 3 of their last 10 meetings — history suggests a tight, unpredictable contest.
  • The xG gap is narrow at 0.10 — a small swing in form or tactics could flip the result.
  • Live conditions — weather, team news, and in-game momentum — can always override statistical projections.

Head to head

FH hafnarfjordur 0Draws 10 Stjarnan
Avg goals: 4.0BTTS in 1/1
3 Jul 2026
FH hafnarfjordur
D22
Stjarnan

Recent form

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L
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Frequently asked questions

Who will win FH hafnarfjordur vs Stjarnan?

GoalVio's model predicts Stjarnan to win with 45% confidence.

What is the predicted score for FH hafnarfjordur vs Stjarnan?

The most likely scoreline according to GoalVio's Skellam-DC model is 1-2.

Will both teams score in FH hafnarfjordur vs Stjarnan?

GoalVio's model predicts BTTS: Yes — both teams are expected to score.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in FH hafnarfjordur vs Stjarnan?

GoalVio's model predicts Over 2.5 Goals: Yes.

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