IA Akranes vs Thor Akureyri: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
IA Akranes welcome Thor Akureyri for a Úrvalsdeild fixture on Sunday 9 August (19:00 WAT). In the table, IA Akranes are 4th on 38 points after 27 matches; Thor Akureyri are 4th with 30.
Current form
IA Akranes, last 5: DWLLL Their latest outing: 2–2 draw with Vikingur Reykjavik, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 4. The attack is flying at 2.0 goals per game.
Thor Akureyri, last 5: WDWLD Their latest outing: 1–0 win over Breidablik, at home. Goals for and against: 1.5 scored, 2.3 conceded per game.
Momentum favours Thor Akureyri, collecting 1.3 points per game to 0.7 for IA Akranes.
Head to head
When they last met (17 May 2026) it ended Thor Akureyri 1–2 IA Akranes.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give IA Akranes 2.4 xG, Thor Akureyri 1.2 xG – a total near 3.6. Both nets should be busy – over 2.5 sits at 71% and GG at 68%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – IA Akranes 64%, draw 20%, Thor Akureyri 16%.
GG/NG: GG (68%) at 1.40.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 2.5 goals (71%, odds 1.30). Most likely score in line with that pick: IA Akranes 2–1 Thor Akureyri. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
IA Akranes64%fair 1.57 · @1.44
Draw20%fair 5.00 · @4.75
Thor Akureyri16%fair 6.17 · @5.40
3.62Expected goals
2.42IA Akranes xG
1.20Thor Akureyri xG
68%Both score
71%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
2–19%
2–08%
1–18%
3–18%
1–06%
3–06%
From our goals model: IA Akranes 2.4 – 1.2 Thor Akureyri expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for IA Akranes vs Thor Akureyri?
Our pick is Over 2.5 goals with a 71% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.30.
Who will win IA Akranes vs Thor Akureyri?
On our numbers IA Akranes have a 64% chance of winning, the draw 20% and Thor Akureyri 16%.
How many goals will there be in IA Akranes vs Thor Akureyri?
We expect about 3.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 71% likely and both teams score 68% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for IA Akranes vs Thor Akureyri?
Our predicted score is IA Akranes 2–1 Thor Akureyri, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.6 goals in total.
When is IA Akranes vs Thor Akureyri?
IA Akranes vs Thor Akureyri (Úrvalsdeild) kicks off on Sunday 9 August 2026 at 19:00 (West Africa Time).
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
