Þór Akureyri 0:2 Keflavík IF — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Eidur Orri Ragnarsson scored twice as Keflavík IF beat Þór Akureyri 2-0 in the Urvalsdeild, with the midfielder's brace setting up a comfortable away victory. The match was decided in the first half when Ragnarsson opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, assisted by Sindri Snær Magnússon, and the visitors never looked back from there.

The turning point came early when Axel Ingi Johannesson was booked for Keflavík in the 16th minute, but it was Ragnarsson's opener that settled the contest. Marin Brigić also saw yellow for the visitors on 56 minutes, while Þór Akureyri's Ágúst Hlynsson and Victor Bertomeu were both cautioned in the second half. Ragnarsson sealed the result in the 87th minute with his second goal, this time assisted by Muhamed Alghoul, ensuring there was no late drama.

The numbers tell a story of efficiency over control, as Þór Akureyri had 53 per cent possession but managed only five shots, while Keflavík had twelve shots from 47 per cent of the ball. The home side improved their grip in the second half with 57 per cent possession, yet still conceded twice. Eidur Orri Ragnarsson was the standout, earning a 7.5 rating for his two goals from midfield, and the result was fully deserved on the balance of chances created.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Þór Akureyri vs Keflavík IF?

Þór Akureyri 0-2 Keflavík IF (Urvalsdeild).

Who scored?

Eidur Orri Ragnarsson (32', assist Sindri Snær Magnússon) for Keflavík IF; Eidur Orri Ragnarsson (87', assist Muhamed Alghoul) for Keflavík IF.

Were there any cards in Þór Akureyri vs Keflavík IF?

Yellow cards: Axel Ingi Johannesson (Keflavík IF); Marin Brigić (Keflavík IF); Ágúst Hlynsson (Þór Akureyri); Victor Bertomeu (Þór Akureyri).

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