UMF Selfoss vs Thor Akureyri: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 August

UMF Selfoss

L D L W L

11th place in Iceland Division 1

2 - 2

20/08/2023 14:00

Thor Akureyri

W D L L L

7th place in Iceland Division 1

Iceland Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for UMF Selfoss vs Thor Akureyri on 20 August 2023 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full UMF Selfoss vs Thor Akureyri preview before placing your bet.

UMF Selfoss are currently 11th with 23 points after 22 matches.
Thor Akureyri sit 7th with 27 points from 22 matches.
Head-to-head history favors UMF Selfoss, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Thor Akureyri have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 20/08/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Akranes	49	22	15	4	3	54	31	23
02 Afturelding	43	22	13	4	5	60	33	27
03 Fjolnir	42	22	12	6	4	55	32	23
04 Vestri	39	22	11	6	5	37	26	11
05 Leiknir Reykjavik	35	22	11	2	9	47	37	10
06 Grindavik	28	22	8	4	10	27	38	-11
07 Thor Akureyri	27	22	8	3	11	27	39	-12
08 Throttur Reykjavik	26	22	7	5	10	45	46	-1
09 Grotta Seltjarnarnes	26	22	6	8	8	34	37	-3
10 UMF Njardvik	23	22	6	5	11	36	47	-11
11 UMF Selfoss	23	22	7	2	13	37	49	-12
12 KFR Aegir	9	22	2	3	17	23	67	-44

Head To Head

16/06/2023 14:00

Thor Akureyri

2 - 1

UMF Selfoss

ICE D1

10/08/2022 13:00

UMF Selfoss

2 - 1

Thor Akureyri

ICE D1

03/06/2022 14:00

Thor Akureyri

0 - 2

UMF Selfoss

ICE D1

11/09/2021 10:00

Thor Akureyri

1 - 2

UMF Selfoss

ICE D1

05/07/2021 14:00

UMF Selfoss

1 - 1

Thor Akureyri

ICE D1

07/09/2018 13:30

Thor Akureyri

2 - 1

UMF Selfoss

ICE D1

UMF Selfoss

50%

Draw

17%

Thor Akureyri

33%

UMF Selfoss Last 6 matches

12/08/2023 13:00

Throttur Reykjavik 4 - 3 UMF Selfoss ICE D1

08/08/2023 14:00

Vestri 2 - 1 UMF Selfoss ICE D1

02/08/2023 15:15

UMF Selfoss 3 - 1 KFR Aegir ICE D1

29/07/2023 10:00

Fjolnir 2 - 4 UMF Selfoss ICE D1

25/07/2023 15:15

UMF Selfoss 2 - 0 Grindavik ICE D1

21/07/2023 15:15

Afturelding 9 - 0 UMF Selfoss ICE D1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Thor Akureyri

11/08/2023 14:00

KFR Aegir 2 - 3 Thor Akureyri ICE D1

02/08/2023 14:00

Thor Akureyri 0 - 1 Fjolnir ICE D1

29/07/2023 10:00

Leiknir Reykjavik 1 - 0 Thor Akureyri ICE D1

25/07/2023 14:00

Thor Akureyri 3 - 1 Grotta Seltjarnarnes ICE D1

22/07/2023 10:00

Vestri 1 - 0 Thor Akureyri ICE D1

16/07/2023 11:59

Thor Akureyri 1 - 3 Afturelding ICE D1

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Iceland Division 1

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

205

Avg. per game

1.12

Conceded

181

Avg. per game

0.99

Scored

167

Avg. per game

0.94

Conceded

179

Avg. per game

1.01

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 183 matches

YesNo

120 (66%)63 (34%)

In last 183 matches

NoYes

104 (58%)74 (42%)

UMF Selfoss

Recent matches

Thor Akureyri

Under /Over

(96%)43 2(4%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)40 5(11%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)30 15(33%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

UMF Selfoss

Thor Akureyri

Shots

UMF Selfoss

Total shots

10.86 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Thor Akureyri

Total shots

10.46 avg / game

Blocked

56 total

Avg. 3.50

UMF Selfoss Pass Thor Akureyri

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

5179

Avg. 324 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

UMF Selfoss

183

Played games

Thor Akureyri

178

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.17

Clean sheets

0.18

4.71

862

Corners

895

5.03

0.45

Throw-ins

357

2.01

0.14

Offsides

0.28

0.07

GK saves

0.53

UMF Selfoss

DISCIPLINARY

Thor Akureyri

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.75

320

361

2.03

0.09

0.07

0.83

151

Fouls

323

1.81

0.00

Tackles

174

0.98

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How We Build the UMF Selfoss vs Thor Akureyri Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for UMF Selfoss vs Thor Akureyri on 20 August 2023 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 Iceland Division 1 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.

UMF Selfoss vs Thor Akureyri Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess UMF Selfoss's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Thor Akureyri'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.

Iceland Division 1 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 Iceland Division 1 standings and the Iceland Division 1 form table to understand exactly where UMF Selfoss and Thor Akureyri sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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