1. Deild
Grótta vs ÍR
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 - 20:15 (UK Time)
Stadium: Vivaldivöllurinn
Grótta vs ÍR Prediction & Stats - 1. Deild 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Grótta vs ÍR carries real history into this round of the 1. Deild.
The two sides meet on 21/08 (Friday) at Vivaldivöllurinn, 20:15 (UK time).
Read the Grótta vs ÍR prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Grótta vs ÍR
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Grótta vs ÍR call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 3.5 Goals
Last updated on 19-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Grótta the side to beat, with roughly 43% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all 1. Deild odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Grótta Preview
Grótta reach this fixture 18 match into their 1. Deild. Here is where Grótta stand:
In this competition
8 won, 3 drawn, 7 lost
1.5 points per game
34 scored, at 1.89 a game
33 conceded, at 1.83 a game
Grótta, season-wide
8 won, 3 drawn, 7 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Mattías Kjeld, 9 goals
Most assists: Grímur Ingi Jakobsson, 4 assists
Recent results — Grótta
17/08/2026 14:00
13/08/2026 15:15
08/08/2026 10:00
03/08/2026 10:00
18/07/2026 10:00
ÍR: how they are travelling
ÍR come in 19 matches into their 1. Deild.
Here is what ÍR have produced:
In this competition
6 won, 4 drawn, 9 lost
1.16 points per game
33 scored, at 1.74 a game
40 conceded, at 2.11 a game
ÍR, season-wide
6 won, 4 drawn, 9 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Emil Nói Sigurhjartarson, 7 goals
Most assists: Bergvin Fannar Helgason, 3 assists
Recent results — ÍR
17/08/2026 14:00
13/08/2026 14:00
06/08/2026 15:15
25/07/2026 10:00
18/07/2026 10:00
The head-to-head favours ÍR
ÍR have generally come out ahead of Grótta in their recent meetings.
From 9 match(es):
ÍR: 6 win(s)
Grótta: 2 win(s)
Drawn: 1
That trend is worth factoring into the Grótta vs ÍR prediction.
Form comparison Grótta vs ÍR
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Grótta
Iceland - 1. Deild
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
D
W
W
|
1.5 |
| Home |
L
D
W
L
W
|
1.11 |
| Away |
D
W
W
D
L
|
1.89 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 33% | 56% |
| Goals | 3.72 | 4.67 | 2.78 |
| Scored | 1.89 | 2.22 | 1.56 |
| Conceded | 1.83 | 2.44 | 1.22 |
| Both Teams to Score | 78% | 100% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 22% | 0% | 44% |
| Failed To Score | 6% | 0% | 11% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.69 | 1.69 | 1.7 |
|
xGA
|
1.69 | 1.69 | 1.68 |
Away Team
ÍR
Iceland - 1. Deild
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
L
W
W
|
1.16 |
| Home |
W
W
W
W
D
|
1.8 |
| Away |
L
D
L
L
L
|
0.44 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 32% | 50% | 11% |
| Goals | 3.84 | 3.4 | 4.33 |
| Scored | 1.74 | 2 | 1.44 |
| Conceded | 2.11 | 1.4 | 2.89 |
| Both Teams to Score | 74% | 70% | 78% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 10% | 11% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 20% | 22% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.6 | 1.77 | 1.4 |
|
xGA
|
1.42 | 1.34 | 1.52 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Grótta win or Draw
The upcoming Grótta vs ÍR matchup looks to be a close contest, but home advantage could be the key factor in this match.
For that reason, we suggest backing Grótta to win or draw on the Double Chance market. Playing at Vivaldivöllurinn in front of their home fans should give them the edge they need to at least avoid defeat, making this a strong bet.
👉 Prediction: Grótta to Win
Backing Grótta to win the match is our top betting tip.
Heading into this clash with ÍR, Grótta is set to be the favourite, thanks to their dominant home performances throughout the season.
Fixture information - Grótta vs ÍR
Match: Grótta vs ÍR
Competition: 1. Deild
Date: Friday, 21/08/2026
Kick-off: 20:15 (UK time)
Venue: Vivaldivöllurinn
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Stats
The statistics for Grótta vs ÍR that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
4.5
League: 3.56
Both Teams to Score
89%
League: 62%
Over 1.5+
89%
League: 81%
Over 2.5+
84%
League: 64%
Cards
2.45
League: 3.13
Corners
12.11
League: 11.67
Home Team
Grótta
Iceland - 1. Deild
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
D
W
W
|
1.5 |
| Home |
L
D
W
L
W
|
1.11 |
| Away |
D
W
W
D
L
|
1.89 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 33% | 56% |
| Goals | 3.72 | 4.67 | 2.78 |
| Scored | 1.89 | 2.22 | 1.56 |
| Conceded | 1.83 | 2.44 | 1.22 |
| Both Teams to Score | 78% | 100% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 22% | 0% | 44% |
| Failed To Score | 6% | 0% | 11% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.69 | 1.69 | 1.7 |
|
xGA
|
1.69 | 1.69 | 1.68 |
Away Team
ÍR
Iceland - 1. Deild
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
L
W
W
|
1.16 |
| Home |
W
W
W
W
D
|
1.8 |
| Away |
L
D
L
L
L
|
0.44 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 32% | 50% | 11% |
| Goals | 3.84 | 3.4 | 4.33 |
| Scored | 1.74 | 2 | 1.44 |
| Conceded | 2.11 | 1.4 | 2.89 |
| Both Teams to Score | 74% | 70% | 78% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 10% | 11% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 20% | 22% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.6 | 1.77 | 1.4 |
|
xGA
|
1.42 | 1.34 | 1.52 |
Corners
13.22 / Match
+1% Corners / Match
Grótta received +1% more corners than ÍR in the 1. Deild
13.1 / Match
Grindavík
(2)
Njardvík
(5)
Thróttur Reykjavík
(1)
Vestri
(4)
Ægir
(7)
Grindavík
(9)
Leiknir Reykjavík
(6)(4)
Njardvík
(7)
Vestri
(10)
Ægir
(4)
Fylkir
(5)
Grindavík
(6)
HK
(2)
Thróttur Reykjavík
Cards
1.06 / Match
+19% Cards / Match
ÍR received +19% more cards than Grótta in the 1. Deild
1.26 / Match
Grindavík
(1)
Njardvík
(1)
Thróttur Reykjavík
(2)
Vestri
(1)
Ægir
(0)
Grindavík
(0)
Leiknir Reykjavík
(-1)(2)
Njardvík
(2)
Vestri
(2)
Ægir
(0)
Fylkir
(1)
Grindavík
(0)
HK
(0)
Thróttur Reykjavík
Goals Scored
1.89 / Match
+9%
Grótta is +9% better in terms of goals scored
1.74 / Match
Grindavík
(0)
Njardvík
(1)
Thróttur Reykjavík
(1)
Vestri
(3)
Ægir
(6)
Grindavík
(1)
Leiknir Reykjavík
(1)(3)
Njardvík
(0)
Vestri
(3)
Ægir
(2)
Fylkir
(0)
Grindavík
(1)
HK
(1)
Thróttur Reykjavík
Goals Conceded
1.83 / Match
+13%
ÍR condeded +13% more goals than Grótta
2.11 / Match
Grindavík
(0)
Njardvík
(4)
Thróttur Reykjavík
(1)
Vestri
(0)
Ægir
(1)
Grindavík
(2)
Leiknir Reykjavík
(0)(1)
Njardvík
(1)
Vestri
(2)
Ægir
(0)
Fylkir
(0)
Grindavík
(5)
HK
(1)
Thróttur Reykjavík
1. Deild Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Afturelding
|
17 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 51 | 29 | 22 | 35 | 2.06 |
| 2 |
Thróttur Reykjavík
|
18 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 38 | 19 | 19 | 34 | 1.89 |
| 3 |
Fylkir
|
18 | 11 | 1 | 6 | 38 | 29 | 9 | 34 | 1.89 |
| 4 |
Njardvík
|
18 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 31 | 23 | 8 | 32 | 1.78 |
| 5 |
HK
|
18 | 10 | 1 | 7 | 42 | 33 | 9 | 31 | 1.72 |
| 6 |
Grótta
|
17 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 34 | 33 | 1 | 26 | 1.53 |
| 7 |
Vestri
|
18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 28 | 37 | -9 | 24 | 1.33 |
| 8 |
Leiknir Reykjavík
|
18 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 24 | 27 | -3 | 22 | 1.22 |
| 9 |
Grindavík
|
18 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 19 | 25 | -6 | 20 | 1.11 |
| 10 |
ÍR
|
18 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 30 | 39 | -9 | 19 | 1.06 |
| 11 |
Völsungur
|
18 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 25 | 39 | -14 | 17 | 0.94 |
| 12 |
Ægir
|
18 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 21 | 48 | -27 | 8 | 0.44 |
Odds
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