Grotta vs IR Reykjavik: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Friday 21 August the 1. Deild brings Grotta against IR Reykjavik. Kick-off: 20:15 WAT.
Current form
Grotta, last 5: DLDWW Their latest outing: 0–0 draw with Grindavik, away. In their own stadium the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 4. Scoring is no problem – 2.0 a game lately.
IR Reykjavik, last 5: WLWWD Their latest outing: 3–1 win over Njardvik, at home. Away from home the record reads 0 won, 2 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.5 scored, 1.5 conceded per game.
Head to head
When they last met (17 Jun 2026) it ended IR Reykjavik 2–1 Grotta.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Grotta 1.9 xG, IR Reykjavik 1.9 xG – a total near 3.8. That is an open game on paper: 74% for three or more goals, 72% for GG.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Grotta 41%, draw 18%, IR Reykjavik 40%.
GG/NG: GG (72%) at 1.22.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 2.5 goals (74%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Grotta 2–1 IR Reykjavik. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Grotta41%fair 2.43 · @2.20
Draw18%fair 5.42 · @4.00
IR Reykjavik40%fair 2.47 · @2.50
3.84Expected goals
1.93Grotta xG
1.91IR Reykjavik xG
72%Both score
74%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–18%
2–18%
1–28%
2–27%
3–15%
1–35%
From our goals model: Grotta 1.9 – 1.9 IR Reykjavik expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Grotta vs IR Reykjavik?
Our pick is Over 2.5 goals with a 74% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Grotta vs IR Reykjavik?
On our numbers Grotta have a 41% chance of winning, the draw 18% and IR Reykjavik 40%.
How many goals will there be in Grotta vs IR Reykjavik?
We expect about 3.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 74% likely and both teams score 72% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Grotta vs IR Reykjavik?
Our predicted score is Grotta 2–1 IR Reykjavik, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.8 goals in total.
When is Grotta vs IR Reykjavik?
Grotta vs IR Reykjavik (1. Deild) kicks off on Friday 21 August 2026 at 20:15 (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.