Iceland 1-3 Kosovo

Current streaks

Recent form

Iceland

Iceland's recent form has been particularly challenging, with the team experiencing a difficult run in the UEFA Nations League. They have managed only one win in their last six matches, suffering four defeats and securing a solitary draw. Notably, Iceland have been involved in several high-scoring encounters, with five out of their six recent games featuring over 2.5 goals. Their defensive frailties are evident, conceding an average of 2.5 goals per game, while their attacking output remains relatively consistent at 1.5 goals per match. The 4-1 loss to Wales stands out as a particularly heavy defeat, highlighting the team's struggles against stronger opposition. Despite these setbacks, Iceland have shown resilience in front of goal, scoring in five of their last six matches, demonstrating their ability to find the net even in challenging circumstances.

Kosovo

Kosovo have been in impressive form recently, winning five of their last six UEFA Nations League matches. They are currently on a four-game winning streak, which began with a commanding 4-0 victory away to Cyprus, their highest-scoring game in this run. The team have been particularly prolific in front of goal, netting 12 times in their last six outings, averaging 2 goals per game. Defensively, Kosovo have also been solid, conceding just five goals in this period and keeping three clean sheets. Their only blemish came in a 3-0 defeat to Romania, but they quickly bounced back with three consecutive wins. Notably, 83% of Kosovo's recent matches have seen over 2.5 goals, suggesting their games tend to be high-scoring affairs. With their current form, Kosovo are showing themselves to be a formidable force in their UEFA Nations League group.

Recent home/away form

Iceland

Iceland's recent home form has been a mixed bag, with the team showing both promise and vulnerability. The Icelanders have managed to score consistently, netting exactly two goals in each of their last three home matches, demonstrating a steady attacking output. However, their defensive record has been inconsistent, with a clean sheet against Montenegro followed by conceding two goals against Wales and four against Türkiye. The high-scoring affair against Türkiye, which ended 2-4, stands out as a particularly entertaining encounter. Iceland have shown a tendency for high-scoring matches at home, with two out of their last three games featuring over 2.5 goals. Despite their recent loss, Iceland's ability to find the back of the net regularly at home is a positive sign, though they'll need to shore up their defence to improve their overall results.

Kosovo

Kosovo's recent away form presents a mixed picture, with their last six matches yielding three wins and three losses. Interestingly, they've shown an ability to both dominate and struggle on the road. Their most impressive result came in a 4-0 thrashing of Cyprus, highlighting their potential for high-scoring performances. However, they've also suffered heavy defeats, conceding three goals each against Romania and Norway. Kosovo have managed two clean sheets in their last six away games, but have also failed to score in three matches, indicating inconsistency in both attack and defence. Their goal difference of -2 over this period further underscores their variable form. Notably, 67% of their recent away matches have seen over 2.5 goals, suggesting that Kosovo's away fixtures tend to be entertaining affairs with plenty of goalmouth action.