Vikingur Reykjavik vs Thor Akureyri Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – May 08

Vikingur Reykjavik

W W W L W

1st place in Iceland Premier Division

6-0

08/05/2026 13:30

Thor Akureyri

L D L W D

11th place in Iceland Premier Division

Iceland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Vikingur Reykjavik vs Thor Akureyri on May 08, 2026 (kick-off: 13:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Vikingur Reykjavik vs Thor Akureyri preview before placing for you.

Vikingur Reykjavik are currently 1st with 44 points after 17 matches.
Thor Akureyri sit 11th with 15 points from 17 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Vikingur Reykjavik to win with probability 76%.

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

13:30

2026-05-08

Vikingur Reykjavik vs Thor Akureyri - Prediction & Odds

Vikingur Reykjavik

Thor Akureyri

2026-05-08 13:30

STANDINGS UP TO 08/05/2026

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

01 Vikingur Reykjavik	44	17	14	2	1	56	14	42
02 Fram Reykjavik	37	17	11	4	2	43	29	14
03 KR Reykjavik	36	17	11	3	3	59	37	22
04 Breidablik	29	17	8	5	4	35	27	8
05 Keflavik	22	17	6	4	7	28	33	-5
06 Valur Reykjavik	19	17	6	1	10	28	35	-7
07 IA Akranes	19	17	5	4	8	28	36	-8
08 Stjarnan Gardabaer	18	17	5	3	9	32	43	-11
09 IBV Vestmannaeyjar	16	17	4	4	9	27	36	-9
10 KA Akureyri	15	17	4	3	10	24	35	-11
11 Thor Akureyri	15	17	4	3	10	18	42	-24
12 Hafnarfjordur	14	17	2	8	7	21	32	-11

Vikingur Reykjavik Last 6 matches

07/08/2026 01:00

Thun 3 - 0 Vikingur Reykjavik UEFA Europa League

02/08/2026 21:00

IA Akranes 2 - 2 Vikingur Reykjavik Iceland Premier Division

30/07/2026 00:30

Hapoel Beer Sheva 2 - 0 Vikingur Reykjavik UEFA Champions League

25/07/2026 03:00

Vikingur Reykjavik 5 - 1 Keflavik Iceland Premier Division

22/07/2026 02:00

Vikingur Reykjavik 2 - 1 Hapoel Beer Sheva UEFA Champions League

18/07/2026 23:00

Thor Akureyri 2 - 1 Vikingur Reykjavik Iceland Premier Division

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Thor Akureyri

05/08/2026 01:30

Thor Akureyri 1 - 0 Breidablik Iceland Premier Division

28/07/2026 02:15

KA Akureyri 0 - 0 Thor Akureyri Iceland Premier Division

18/07/2026 23:00

Thor Akureyri 2 - 1 Vikingur Reykjavik Iceland Premier Division

13/07/2026 01:00

Fram Reykjavik 6 - 1 Thor Akureyri Iceland Premier Division

03/07/2026 00:00

Thor Akureyri 3 - 3 KR Reykjavik Iceland Premier Division

29/06/2026 00:00

Thor Akureyri 2 - 4 Valur Reykjavik Iceland Premier Division

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Iceland Premier Divisi...

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

Played games

Vikingur Reykjavik

Thor Akureyri

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.18

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.35

Scored

Avg. per game

0.41

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.06

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 17 matches

YesNo

12 (71%)5 (29%)

In last 17 matches

NoYes

5 (29%)12 (71%)

Vikingur Reykjavik

Recent matches

Thor Akureyri

Under /Over

(100%)17 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)12 5(29%)

Under /Over

(59%)10 7(41%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

Under /Over

(88%)15 2(12%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(59%)10 7(41%)

/Yes

(59%)10 7(41%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(59%)10 7(41%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Vikingur Reykjavik

Thor Akureyri

Shots

Vikingur Reykjavik

Total shots

18.24 avg / game

Blocked

60 total

Avg. 4.29

Thor Akureyri

Total shots

10.82 avg / game

Blocked

59 total

Avg. 3.47

Vikingur Reykjavik Pass Thor Akureyri

Total passes

6947

Avg. 434 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

58%

Total passes

5496

Avg. 323 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

41%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Vikingur Reykjavik

Played games

Thor Akureyri

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.41

Clean sheets

0.18

7.24

123

Corners

4.82

16.00

272

Throw-ins

379

22.29

1.24

Offsides

1.12

1.71

GK saves

4.82

Vikingur Reykjavik

DISCIPLINARY

Thor Akureyri

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.65

2.35

0.06

0.06

9.29

158

Fouls

194

11.41

9.18

156

Tackles

189

11.12

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How We Build the Vikingur Reykjavik vs Thor Akureyri Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Vikingur Reykjavik vs Thor Akureyri on 08 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 Iceland Premier Division 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.

Vikingur Reykjavik vs Thor Akureyri Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Vikingur Reykjavik'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 Premier Division 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 Premier Division standings and the Iceland Premier Division form table to understand exactly where Vikingur Reykjavik and Thor Akureyri 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 Iceland Premier Division predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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