Víkingur vs Stjarnan preview

Europe flag 2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe
Við Djúpumýrar Thu, 16 Jul - 5:00 PM
Europa Conference League
Víkingur Víkingur
Stjarnan Stjarnan
KICKOFF : Thu, 16 Jul - 5:00 PM
1st Qualifying Round Leg 1 of 2

CONTEXT

The Europa Conference League first qualifying round opens with an intriguing clash as Víkingur host Stjarnan at Við Djúpumýrar. Equal power scores of 50 for both sides underline a balanced contest even though Víkingur is identified as the stronger team. Stjarnan arrives carrying a form score of 50 while the hosts lack recent form indicators. The opening leg offers both clubs an opportunity to establish an early platform before the return fixture. Venue conditions and squad adaptation to continental demands will shape proceedings. Analytical focus rests on how each side manages structure and exploits available resources across the ninety minutes. This encounter sets the tone for progression hopes in the 2026/2027 campaign.

TL;DR

  • Structural: This first leg of the qualifying tie takes place at Við Djúpumýrar in the 2026/2027 season.
  • Form: Stjarnan enters with a form score of 50 while Víkingur has no recent form data recorded.
  • Squad: Víkingur is designated as the stronger team despite equal power scores of 50 for both sides.
  • Efficiency: Efficiency metrics are not available for this fixture.
  • Transition: Transition play data remains unavailable ahead of the match.
  • Set pieces: Set piece analysis shows low confidence with proxy data used for both teams.
  • xVariable: The power advantage stands at zero points between the two evenly matched sides.
  • Market: Víkingur 33.8% (Δ+0%) | Draw 23.4% (Δ+0%) | Stjarnan 42.8% (Δ+0%).
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
Jan 25 vs Team A
Feb 1 vs Team B
Feb 8 vs Team C
Víkingur J. Poulsen
J. Poulsen
VS
Stjarnan J. Elísabetarson
J. Elísabetarson
0
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
3
0 i
Last 6 Opponents
Stjarnan Rank: L
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
3 i
Last 6 Opponents
Víkingur Rank: W
0
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
0 - 0 - 1
1
No sidelined player data available.

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home Víkingur
33.81%
Draw
23.36%
Away Stjarnan
42.83%

Team Power Ranking

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What is Power Ranking?
Power score: composite of opponent-weighted form (last 6 & 20 games) and league position over last 3 seasons.
50
50
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Víkingur
Stjarnan
Power Score
50
50
League Position
-
-
Global Rank
-
-

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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vs
Víkingur — Opponent-weighted form score
Stjarnan — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Víkingur Stjarnan

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 1 match between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Víkingur Víkingur Home
1 matches
Stjarnan Stjarnan Away
Match Record
0
Wins
1
0
Draws
0
1
Losses
0
Goals
1
Goals Scored
3
3
Goals Conceded
1
-2
Goal Difference
+2
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-07-14T00:04:32+00:00

General Information

Date & Time
Jul 16, 2026, 05:00 PM
Competition
2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe · 1st Qualifying Round · Leg 1 of 2
Stadium
Við Djúpumýrar
Capacity
2500
Pitch Surface
Artificial turf
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Karl Koppel
Riivo Stolts
Thor Vaas
Rasmus Maalinn

Squad

Referee : Karl Koppel

Squad ▼

23
Niklas Thomsen
Niklas Thomsen Goalkeeper
1
Bárður Á Reynatrøð
Bárður Á Reynatrøð Goalkeeper
—
Bergur Gregersen
Bergur Gregersen Defender
18
Arnbjørn Svensson
Arnbjørn Svensson Defender
14
Ingi Jonhardsson
Ingi Jonhardsson Defender
—
Signar á Brúnni
Signar á Brúnni Defender
29
Ingi Arngrímsson
Ingi Arngrímsson Defender
—
Áki Magnussen
Áki Magnussen Defender
24
Jósef Ólavsson Gleðisheygg
Jósef Ólavsson Gleðisheygg Defender
—
Jónatan Lervig
Jónatan Lervig Defender
10
Sølvi Vatnhamar
Sølvi Vatnhamar Midfielder
7
Jákup Johansen
Jákup Johansen Midfielder
8
Aron Jarnskor Ellingsgaard
Aron Jarnskor Ellingsgaard Midfielder
6
Arnór Brandsson
Arnór Brandsson Midfielder
77
Kaj Leo í Bartalsstovu
Kaj Leo í Bartalsstovu Attacker
9
Jörgin Nielsen
Jörgin Nielsen Attacker
27
Rani Hansen
Rani Hansen Attacker
11
Mikkel Hyllegaard
Mikkel Hyllegaard Attacker
17
Aron Benjaminsen
Aron Benjaminsen Attacker
Referee : Karl Koppel

Squad ▼

12
Árni Snær Ólafsson
Árni Snær Ólafsson Goalkeeper
95
Sveinn Sigurður Jóhannesson
Sveinn Sigurður Jóhannesson Goalkeeper
1
Darri Bergmann Gylfason
Darri Bergmann Gylfason Goalkeeper
31
Damil Dankerlui
Damil Dankerlui Defender
5
Guðmundur Kristjánsson
Guðmundur Kristjánsson Defender
2
Heiðar Ægisson
Heiðar Ægisson Defender
6
Sindri Thor Ingimarsson
Sindri Thor Ingimarsson Defender
3
Gustav Kjeldsen
Gustav Kjeldsen Defender
4
Thorri Mar Thórisson
Thorri Mar Thórisson Defender
32
Örvar Logi Örvarsson
Örvar Logi Örvarsson Defender
78
Bjarki Hauksson
Bjarki Hauksson Defender
29
Alex Þór Hauksson
Alex Þór Hauksson Midfielder
19
Daníel Finns Matthíasson
Daníel Finns Matthíasson Midfielder
8
Jóhann Árni Gunnarsson
Jóhann Árni Gunnarsson Midfielder
23
Benedikt Waren
Benedikt Waren Midfielder
18
Guðmundur Baldvin Nökkvason
Guðmundur Baldvin Nökkvason Midfielder
21
Ibrahim Turay
Ibrahim Turay Midfielder
22
Emil Atlason
Emil Atlason Attacker
14
Birnir Snær Ingason
Birnir Snær Ingason Attacker
99
Andri Rúnar Bjarnason
Andri Rúnar Bjarnason Attacker
7
Örvar Eggertsson
Örvar Eggertsson Attacker
37
Haukur Brink
Haukur Brink Attacker

CONCLUSION

Víkingur and Stjarnan meet in a tightly poised first leg where equal power ratings point to a contest decided by execution rather than raw superiority. Stjarnan holds a form edge that could influence early tempo while the hosts rely on home support to offset limited recent data. Both teams must navigate the absence of detailed efficiency and set piece metrics with disciplined organisation. The outcome will hinge on how effectively each side converts limited opportunities and maintains defensive shape. Progression to the next round remains the clear objective as the tie moves toward its second instalment.