Japan vs Iceland: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 May

Japan

W W W W W

No standing data

1-0

31/05/2026 06:25

Iceland

D D L L W

No standing data

International Friendly

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Japan vs Iceland on 31 May 2026 (kick-off: 06:25) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Japan vs Iceland preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Japan to win with probability 74%.
Head-to-head history favors Japan, who have won 3 of the last 3 meetings. Iceland have no wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

06:25

2026-05-31

Japan vs Iceland - Prediction & Odds

Japan

Iceland

2026-05-31 06:25

STANDINGS UP TO 31/05/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Japan and Iceland in the International Friendly football standings for the 2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

24/02/2012 06:20

Japan

3 - 1

Iceland

INT CF

30/05/2004 07:00

Iceland

2 - 3

Japan

INT CF

30/05/2004 07:00

Japan

3 - 2

Iceland

INT CF

Japan

100%

Draw

Iceland

Japan Last 6 matches

31/03/2026 14:45

England 0 - 1 Japan INT FRL

28/03/2026 13:00

Scotland 0 - 1 Japan INT FRL

18/11/2025 06:15

Japan 3 - 0 Bolivia KIR Cup

14/11/2025 06:20

Japan 2 - 0 Ghana KIR Cup

14/10/2025 06:30

Japan 3 - 2 Brazil KIR Cup

10/10/2025 06:20

Japan 2 - 2 Paraguay KIR Cup

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Iceland

31/03/2026 13:35

Haiti 1 - 1 Iceland INT FRL

28/03/2026 13:20

Canada 2 - 2 Iceland INT FRL

25/02/2026 22:00

Mexico 4 - 0 Iceland INT FRL

16/11/2025 13:00

Ukraine 2 - 0 Iceland WCPEU

13/11/2025 13:00

Azerbaijan 0 - 2 Iceland WCPEU

13/10/2025 14:45

Iceland 2 - 2 France WCPEU

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues International Friendly

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Japan

Iceland

Goals

Scored

120

Avg. per game

1.43

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.39

Scored

Avg. per game

0.67

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.99

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 84 matches

YesNo

61 (73%)23 (27%)

In last 84 matches

NoYes

38 (45%)46 (55%)

Japan

Recent matches

Iceland

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

/Yes

(40%)18 27(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Japan

Iceland

Shots

Japan

Total shots

13.46 avg / game

Blocked

91 total

Avg. 2.94

Iceland

Total shots

9.52 avg / game

Blocked

114 total

Avg. 2.38

Japan Pass Iceland

Total passes

20316

Avg. 508 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

56%

Total passes

20402

Avg. 408 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Japan

Played games

Iceland

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.55

Clean sheets

0.25

5.27

443

Corners

270

3.21

5.88

494

Throw-ins

846

10.07

1.60

134

Offsides

0.85

1.45

122

GK saves

203

2.42

Japan

DISCIPLINARY

Iceland

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.76

134

1.60

0.00

0.08

11.70

983

Fouls

704

8.38

4.99

419

Tackles

589

7.01

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Japan vs Iceland Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Japan vs Iceland on 31 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this International Friendly fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Japan vs Iceland Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Japan's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Iceland's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

International Friendly Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live International Friendly standings and the International Friendly form table to understand exactly where Japan and Iceland sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our International Friendly predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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