N. Williams
J. D. Thorsteinsson
Pre-game odds
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odds |
3.00
|
3.20
|
2.50
|
| Prob. |
33.3%
|
31.2%
|
40%
|
Key points
• Iceland has won four of their last six matches, including victories over Guatemala, Honduras, and England.
• Iceland has kept four clean sheets in their last six games, conceding an average of 1.17 goals per match.
• In 67% of Iceland's recent matches, there have been under 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in only 17% of the games.
• Wales has had two wins, three draws, and one loss in their last six matches.
• Wales has a neutral goal difference over the last six games, scoring and conceding six goals each.
• Wales' recent away form includes 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, with an average of 0.83 goals scored per game.
Current streaks
Iceland
0
1
1
0
0
1
Wales
1
0
0
2
0
1
Recent form
Iceland
Iceland's recent form presents an interesting mix of results and statistics. The team has shown resilience with four wins in their last six matches, including an impressive streak of three consecutive victories against Guatemala, Honduras, and notably, England. However, their form has been inconsistent, with two losses bookending these wins. The most striking result is their 4-0 defeat against the Netherlands, which stands out as the highest-scoring game in this set of matches. Defensively, Iceland has been solid, keeping four clean sheets in six games, which is particularly impressive considering the caliber of some opponents. Their goal-scoring record is modest, averaging 1.17 goals per game, matching exactly their goals conceded average. Interestingly, 67% of their recent matches have seen under 2.5 goals, suggesting a tendency towards tighter, lower-scoring encounters. The fact that both teams scored in only 17% of these games further underlines Iceland's defensive strength, but also hints at potential struggles in consistently finding the net themselves.
Wales
Wales' recent form presents a mixed picture, with their last six games yielding two wins, three draws, and one loss. The team has shown defensive resilience, keeping three clean sheets in this period. However, their goal-scoring prowess has been inconsistent, with a notable 4-1 victory against Finland contrasting sharply with a 4-0 defeat to Slovakia. The latter stands out as a particularly high-scoring game and their heaviest defeat in this stretch. Wales has demonstrated an ability to grind out results, with half of their recent matches ending in draws. Their goal difference over these six games is neutral, having scored and conceded six goals each, indicating a balance between their offensive output and defensive vulnerabilities. The team's ability to avoid consecutive losses suggests a certain level of resilience, though they haven't managed to string together a significant winning streak either.
Iceland
WWWLWL
W4 D0 L2
7
1.2
7
1.2
0
4
2.33
17%
67%
33%
Wales
WDDLDW
W2 D3 L1
6
1
6
1
0
3
2
33%
50%
50%
Recent home/away form
Iceland
Iceland's recent home form shows a promising trend, with the team currently on a three-game unbeaten streak, including two consecutive wins. They've demonstrated resilience by bouncing back from two initial losses to secure three wins in their last four matches. Defensively, Iceland has been solid, keeping three clean sheets in six games and conceding an average of just 0.67 goals per game. Their most impressive performance came in a 4-0 victory over Liechtenstein, showcasing their offensive capabilities. While goals have been somewhat scarce in most matches, with 67% of games featuring under 2.5 goals, Iceland has managed to score in five out of six games. Their overall goal difference of +5 indicates a positive attacking output balanced with a sturdy defense, making them a formidable opponent at home.
Wales
Wales' recent away form presents a mixed picture, with their last six games resulting in 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses. The team has struggled to find consistent goal-scoring form, averaging just 0.83 goals per game, while conceding 1.33 goals per match. A notable high-scoring game was the 4-0 defeat to Slovakia in a friendly, which significantly impacted their goals conceded tally. Defensively, Wales managed two clean sheets in this period, but their negative goal difference (-3) highlights their overall struggles on the road. The majority of their away games (67%) have been low-scoring affairs with under 2.5 goals, suggesting a tendency towards tighter, more defensive matches when playing away from home.
Iceland
LLWDWW
W3 D1 L2
9
1.5
4
0.7
+5
3
2.17
33%
67%
33%
Wales
LWDDLW
W2 D2 L2
5
0.8
8
1.3
-3
2
2.17
33%
67%
33%