The Urvalsdeild clash between ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar and Víkingur Reykjavík on July 5, 2025, presents a classic top-versus-bottom battle with significant implications for both sides. Tenth-placed ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar, struggling with four consecutive losses, host league leaders Víkingur Reykjavík who arrive with three wins in their last four matches. This ÍBV vs Víkingur preview analyzes team form, head-to-head records, and Urvalsdeild standings to assess whether the hosts can halt their slide against the title-chasing visitors. With Víkingur boasting an excellent CheckForm rating and historical dominance in this fixture, this match could prove pivotal in Iceland's premier football competition.
Current Form Comparison
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
Bad • Negative
VS
Víkingur Reykjavík
Excellent • Positive
-4.5
CheckForm Rating
11
Víkingur Reykjavík is 344% better in CheckForm™
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík: Recent Form Analysis
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar Recent Form
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar enter this match in concerning form with four consecutive losses, scoring just one goal while conceding seven during this period. Their negative momentum is reflected in their CheckForm rating of "Bad", with their only recent victory coming against IA Akranes (3-0) in early June. Currently positioned 10th in the Urvalsdeild with 14 points, the hosts show significant defensive vulnerabilities that could be exploited by the league leaders.
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar Last 5 Matches:
LLLLW
Date
Opponent
Result
Score
Sun Jun 29
Fram Reykjavík
Loss
2-0
Mon Jun 23
Afturelding
Loss
1-2
Thu Jun 19
Valur Reykjavík
Loss
0-1
Sun Jun 15
Breidablik Kópavogur
Loss
0-2
Sun Jun 01
ÍA Akranes
Win
0-3
Víkingur Reykjavík Recent Form
Víkingur Reykjavík showcase formidable form with three consecutive victories, scoring seven goals in these matches. Their "Excellent" CheckForm rating reflects their league-leading position, having collected 29 points from 13 matches. Despite a 3-1 loss to Breidablik in early June, Víkingur's positive momentum and attacking prowess (26 goals scored) make them strong favorites. The visitors have won four of their last five league matches, demonstrating consistency befitting championship contenders.
Víkingur Reykjavík Last 5 Matches:
WWWLW
Date
Opponent
Result
Score
Sun Jun 29
Afturelding
Win
2-1
Sun Jun 22
KA Akureyri
Win
0-2
Mon Jun 16
KR Reykjavík
Win
3-2
Sun Jun 01
Breidablik Kópavogur
Loss
3-1
Thu May 29
IF Vestri
Win
0-1
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík: Head-to-Head Record
Historical data heavily favors Víkingur Reykjavík, who have won five of the seven all-time meetings (71%), with ÍBV managing just one victory and one draw. The visitors have dominated recent encounters, winning three of the last five head-to-head matches including a 6-0 thrashing in July 2023. Goals have featured prominently with 60% of historical matches seeing both teams score and 50% exceeding 2.5 goals. Víkingur have scored 16 goals against ÍBV's five in their seven meetings, establishing clear superiority in this fixture.
Oscar Hasley has prepared detailed predictions for this ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar-Víkingur Reykjavík clash
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ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
Víkingur Reykjavík
Won (14%)Draw (14%)Won (72%)
1/7
1
5/7
Recent Head-to-Head Results
Date
Competition
Result
Thu Apr 17
Urvalsdeild
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar 3-0 Víkingur Reykjavík
Mon Apr 07
Urvalsdeild
Víkingur Reykjavík 2-0 ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
Sun Jul 30
Urvalsdeild
Víkingur Reykjavík 6-0 ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
Mon May 08
Urvalsdeild
Víkingur Reykjavík 1-0 ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
Sun Sep 04
Urvalsdeild
Víkingur Reykjavík 2-2 ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
Víkingur Reykjavík has won 5 of the last 7 meetings between these teams, scoring 16 goals to ÍBV's 5.
Betting Analysis
by Oscar Hasley, Football Betting Analyst
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ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík: Current Urvalsdeild Standings
The league table highlights the stark contrast between these sides: Víkingur Reykjavík lead the Urvalsdeild with 29 points from 13 matches, while ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar sit 10th in the relegation round zone with just 14 points. Víkingur boast a formidable +12 goal difference compared to ÍBV's -8, having scored twice as many goals (26 vs 13). With 15 points separating the teams, this match offers Víkingur an opportunity to strengthen their title credentials while ÍBV desperately need points to climb away from the relegation battle. Víkingur's league position reflects their consistency, having lost only twice all season versus ÍBV's seven defeats.
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar - Víkingur Reykjavík Standings
2
Víkingur Reykjavík
18
9
5
4
33:24
32
8
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
18
6
3
9
16:25
21
Head to Head meetings ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar - Víkingur Reykjavík
Matches8
The biggest draw2-2
The most effective match3-0
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
1
Victories
2
Draws
5
Victories
Víkingur Reykjavík
label
first team
second team
Victories
1
5
Scored goals
5
16
Average per game
0.63
2
The biggest victory
3-0
0-6
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
5Matches
3Goals
0.6Goal per game
2Wins
1Draws
2Losses
date
first team
second team
10.08, 16:30
10.08, 16:30
KA Akureyri
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
02.08, 14:00
02.08, 14:00
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
KR Reykjavík
27.07, 14:00
27.07, 14:00
IF Vestri
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
14.07, 16:30
14.07, 16:30
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
Stjarnan Garðabær
05.07, 16:00
05.07, 16:00
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
Víkingur Reykjavík
Víkingur Reykjavík
5Matches
13Goals
2.6Goal per game
2Wins
2Draws
1Losses
date
first team
second team
10.08, 19:15
10.08, 19:15
Víkingur Reykjavík
Stjarnan Garðabær
07.08, 18:45
07.08, 18:45
Víkingur Reykjavík
Brøndby IF
03.08, 17:00
03.08, 17:00
FH Hafnarfjörður
Víkingur Reykjavík
31.07, 18:45
31.07, 18:45
Víkingur Reykjavík
KF Vllaznia
27.07, 19:15
27.07, 19:15
Fram Reykjavík
Víkingur Reykjavík
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar - Víkingur Reykjavík Best Tips Odds
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Urvalsdeild: ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík Match Preview - July 5, 2025
League leaders Víkingur Reykjavík travel to face struggling ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar in Urvalsdeild action. Víkingur enter with excellent form (4 wins in last 5), while ÍBV have lost 4 of their last 5 matches. With Víkingur aiming to extend their lead and ÍBV fighting relegation, this match carries significant implications at both ends of the table.
Betting Analysis
by Oscar Hasley, Football Betting Analyst
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This Urvalsdeild clash features league leaders Víkingur Reykjavík against relegation-threatened ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar. With Víkingur enjoying a dominant season and ÍBV fighting for survival, this match presents a classic top-versus-bottom encounter with crucial points at stake for both sides.
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík: Current Urvalsdeild Standings
Víkingur Reykjavík lead the Urvalsdeild with 29 points from 13 matches (9 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses), boasting a +12 goal difference. In stark contrast, ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar sit 10th with just 14 points (4 wins, 2 draws, 7 losses) and a -8 goal difference, placing them in the relegation zone as the season approaches its critical phase.
Key Players to Watch: ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar Key Players
H. Guðjónsson
7.2
Midfielder
Creative midfielder with 4 goals and 3 assists this season, leading ÍBV's attack
S. A. Magnússon
7.1
Midfielder
Solid presence in midfield with 1 goal and impressive 81.98% pass accuracy
D. Hafsteinsson
7.1
Midfielder
Goalscoring midfielder with 4 goals and 88.43% pass accuracy this season
Víkingur Reykjavík Key Players
O. Heidarsson
7.5
Midfielder
Dynamic midfielder with 2 goals and 2 assists in just 7 appearances
G. Sigurðsson
7.4
Midfielder
Playmaker with 2 goals, 2 assists and 82.09% pass accuracy
J. Mitrović
7.4
Midfielder
Solid defensive presence with 81.34% pass accuracy and strong dueling
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík: Current Form Analysis
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar Recent Form
ÍBV are in poor form with 4 consecutive losses before their last match. Their defense has been vulnerable, conceding multiple goals in recent games, while their attack has struggled to create consistent scoring opportunities.
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar Last 5 Matches:
LLLLW
Date
Opponent
Result
Score
Sun Jun 29
Fram Reykjavík
Loss
2-0
Mon Jun 23
Afturelding
Loss
1-2
Thu Jun 19
Valur Reykjavík
Loss
0-1
Sun Jun 15
Breidablik Kópavogur
Loss
0-2
Sun Jun 01
ÍA Akranes
Win
0-3
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar Expected Lineup
4-2-3-1 formation: M. Zapytowski (GK); F. O. Friðriksson, S. A. Magnússon, O. Heidarsson, A. F. Hilmarsson; J. Mitrović, A. B. Gunnarsson; B. B. Gunnarsson, H. Guðjónsson, J. Pettersen; B. Ó. Hlnysson
Víkingur Reykjavík Recent Form
Víkingur are in excellent form with 4 wins in their last 5 matches. Their attack has been potent, scoring multiple goals in recent victories, and they've shown resilience to secure wins even when conceding.
Víkingur Reykjavík Last 5 Matches:
WWWLW
Date
Opponent
Result
Score
Sun Jun 29
Afturelding
Win
2-1
Sun Jun 22
KA Akureyri
Win
0-2
Mon Jun 16
KR Reykjavík
Win
3-2
Sun Jun 01
Breidablik Kópavogur
Loss
3-1
Thu May 29
IF Vestri
Win
0-1
Víkingur Reykjavík Expected Lineup
4-2-3-1 formation: I. Jónsson (GK); R. O. Þorkelsson, O. Ekroth, S. G. Þorkelsson, H. I. Magnússon; G. Sigurðsson, T. Ibrahimagić; V. Ö. Andrason, J. Mitrović, V. Ingimundarson; D. Hafsteinsson
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík: Head-to-Head Record
Víkingur dominate the recent head-to-head record with 5 wins in their last 7 encounters against ÍBV. The most recent meeting saw ÍBV claim a surprise 3-0 victory in April 2024, breaking Víkingur's streak of dominance. For in-depth betting odds analysis and value bets, our betting analyst Oscar Hasley has prepared detailed predictions for this ÍBV-Víkingur clash.
Recent Head-to-Head Results
Date
Competition
Result
Thu Apr 17
Urvalsdeild
ÍBV 3-0 Víkingur
Mon Apr 07
Urvalsdeild
Víkingur 2-0 ÍBV
Sun Jul 30
Urvalsdeild
Víkingur 6-0 ÍBV
Mon May 08
Urvalsdeild
ÍBV 0-1 Víkingur
Sun Sep 04
Urvalsdeild
Víkingur 2-2 ÍBV
Key Match Statistics
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar
10th • 14 pts
VS
Víkingur Reykjavík
1st • 29 pts
1.00
Goals Scored Per Game
2.00
1.62
Goals Conceded Per Game
1.08
10
League Position
1
14
Total Points
29
-8
Goal Difference
12
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar Streak
Lost 4 of last 5 matches
Víkingur Reykjavík Streak
Won 4 of last 5 matches
Both Teams
Both teams scored in 60% of last 5 H2H matches
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík: Frequently Asked Questions
When is ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík and what time does it start?
The match will be played on July 5, 2025, starting at 16:00 UTC.
Where is ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík being played?
The venue for this match has not been specified in available data.
What is the head-to-head record between ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar and Víkingur Reykjavík?
In their last 7 meetings, Víkingur have won 5 matches, ÍBV have won 1, and there has been 1 draw. Víkingur have scored 16 goals to ÍBV's 5 in these encounters.
What are the current standings of ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar and Víkingur Reykjavík in Urvalsdeild?
Víkingur Reykjavík lead the league with 29 points from 13 matches. ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar are 10th with 14 points from 13 matches.
Who are the key players to watch in this match?
For ÍBV: H. Guðjónsson (7.2 rating), S. A. Magnússon (7.1), D. Hafsteinsson (7.1). For Víkingur: O. Heidarsson (7.5), G. Sigurðsson (7.4), J. Mitrović (7.4).
What is the expected lineup for ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar and Víkingur Reykjavík?
ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar vs Víkingur Reykjavík: Match Preview Summary
This fixture presents a classic clash between league leaders Víkingur Reykjavík and relegation-threatened ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar. Víkingur enter with dominant form and superior statistics across all key metrics, while ÍBV will rely on home advantage and their recent head-to-head victory against Víkingur. Expect Víkingur to control possession and create scoring opportunities, but ÍBV's fighting spirit could make this more competitive than the table suggests. The key battle will be in midfield where both teams field their highest-rated players.