Moldova vs Faroe Islands
Faroe Islands snatch draw in Moldova
A penalty from V. í Davidsen and a reply from S. Perciun settle the Nations League clash.
Faroe Islands took the lead through a penalty by V. í Davidsen in the first half, only for Moldova's S. Perciun to level the score after the break. The 1-1 draw defied Fipster's low-confidence prediction of a narrow home win, leaving both sides to share the spoils in this tight encounter.
Outcome probability
Moldova and the Faroe Islands face off in a League C match where both sides will be eager to improve their standings. With recent performances showing a mix of resilience and attacking promise, this fixture promises a closely contested battle.
Match factors
Faroe Islands' key attacker in form
Á. Samuelsen scored and had a high rating in recent match, showing attacking threat
Moldova's midfield defensive effort
N. Moțpan made 7 tackles in last match, above league average for midfielders
Faroe Islands' attacking defender contribution
A. Edmundsson provided an assist and high passes from defense, aiding attack
No confirmed injuries for either team
Both teams have no confirmed out players, so full squads likely available
The context
In this competition, Moldova have played one match so far, suffering a 2-0 defeat, while the Faroe Islands have drawn their only game 1-1. Both teams are looking to gain momentum early in the league phase, making this encounter crucial for their campaigns.
Key insights
- Á
Á. Samuelsen
Faroe Islands
Scored and rated 7.55 in recent match, showing he’s a key attacking threat.
UEFA Nations League 26/271 goal, 2 shots with 1 on target in this competition
- N
N. Moțpan
Moldova
Made 7 tackles in last match, demonstrating strong defensive work rate in midfield.
UEFA Nations League 26/277 tackles in this competition
- A
A. Edmundsson
Faroe Islands
Provided an assist and completed 44 passes, aiding Faroe Islands' attacking build-up from defense.
UEFA Nations League 26/271 assist, 44 passes in this competition
Analysis
The probabilities for this match are finely balanced, with a slight edge to Moldova for a home win. The most likely full-time scoreline overall is a 1-1 draw, but the prediction leans towards a 2-1 victory for Moldova. Key players to watch include Á. Samuelsen for the Faroe Islands, who scored in their recent match and poses an attacking threat, and Moldova's N. Moțpan, whose defensive work rate is notable with seven tackles in the last game. Faroe Islands' defender A. Edmundsson also contributes offensively, having provided an assist and showing strong passing from the back.
Key facts
- 1.Moldova have played 1 match in this competition with 0 wins, 0 draws, 1 loss, scoring 0 goals and conceding 2.
- 2.Faroe Islands have played 1 match in this competition with 0 wins, 1 draw, 0 losses, scoring 1 goal and conceding 1.
- 3.Á. Samuelsen scored in the recent match and has a high rating of 7.55, showing attacking threat for Faroe Islands.
- 4.N. Moțpan made 7 tackles in the last match, highlighting his defensive work rate for Moldova.
- 5.A. Edmundsson provided an assist and completed 44 passes, contributing to Faroe Islands' build-up play.
- 6.M. Gherasimencov and G. Vatnhamar both have high pass totals, indicating their roles in team distribution.
Prediction
Despite the close odds, Moldova are predicted to edge this match 2-1. Their midfield stability and defensive efforts, combined with home advantage, should be enough to overcome the Faroe Islands' attacking threats. Expect a competitive game with Moldova just shading the win.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Moldova
Away — Faroe Islands
The verdict
This League C fixture is set to be a tight affair, with both teams showing strengths and vulnerabilities. Moldova's slight advantage in recent form and home conditions could see them clinch a narrow 2-1 victory, but the Faroe Islands will certainly make them work for it.
Prediction generated 26 Sep 2026, 20:40 UTC · Fipster Model v1.162
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
FIFA world ranking
í Davidsen
Penalty
Mandrîcenco
Stînă
Forov
Baboglo
Turi
Sørensen
Edmundsson
Yellow Card
Perciun
Răileanu
í Davidsen
Hellisdal
Samuelsen
Match Statistics
Moldova
3-5-1-1Starting XI
- 2O. ReabciukM
- 4V. BabogloM
- 5C. CucoșD
- 6M. GherasimencovD
- 11V. StînăM
- 12D. CeleadnicG
- 14V. RăileanuM
- 15Petru PopescuF
- 16D. ForovM
- 18I. IovuD
- 21D. MandrîcencoM
Substitutes
- 1E. TîmburG
- 3M. ȘtefanD
- 7N. MoțpanM
- 8C. DrosM
- 9S. PerciunM
- 10Ș. BodișteanuM
- 13S. CojocariM
- 17O. DavidM
- 19D. DumbrăvanuD
- 20N. CleșcencoF
- 22V. RaţăM
- 23A. KozhukharG
Faroe Islands
5-4-1Starting XI
- 1M. LamhaugeG
- 3V. í DavidsenD
- 4S. ChukwudiD
- 5A. EdmundssonD
- 10Á. SamuelsenM
- 16G. VatnhamarD
- 17A. JustinussenF
- 19J. BenjaminsenD
- 20H. SørensenM
- 21G. TuriM
- 22M. HellisdalM
Substitutes
- 2J. DanielsenD
- 6E. JoensenM
- 7J. BjartalíðF
- 8H. VatnsdalD
- 9J. NielsenF
- 11P. KnudsenM
- 12A. PetersenG
- 13M. AgnarssonD
- 14P. KallsbergF
- 15O. FærøD
- 18A. BenjaminsenF
- 23B. ReynatrodG
Moldova
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. Perciun | M | 38 | 8.2 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 2/3 |
| V. Stînă | M | 52 | 7.2 | — | — | 3 | — | 2 | 1/1 |
| I. Iovu | D | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| O. Reabciuk | M | 90 | 7.1 | — | — | 2 | — | 3 | — |
| V. Raţă | M | 38 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| M. Gherasimencov | D | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| N. Cleșcenco | F | 44 | 6.8 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 2/2 |
| C. Cucoș | D | 90 | 6.8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| N. Moțpan | M | 38 | 6.7 | — | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1/1 |
| V. Răileanu | M | 74 | 6.7 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1/3 |
| Ș. Bodișteanu | M | 16 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| D. Celeadnic | G | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Petru Popescu | F | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1/2 |
| D. Forov | M | 52 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| V. Baboglo | M | 52 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| D. Mandrîcenco | M | 46 | 6.2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| E. Tîmbur | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| C. Dros | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Kozhukhar | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| D. Dumbrăvanu | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| S. Cojocari | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Ștefan | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| O. David | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Faroe Islands
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Vatnhamar | D | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Benjaminsen | F | 5 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Hellisdal | M | 85 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| H. Sørensen | M | 61 | 6.8 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 0/1 |
| G. Turi | M | 61 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| V. í Davidsen | D | 75 | 6.6 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| J. Bjartalíð | F | 29 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| S. Chukwudi | D | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0/1 |
| J. Benjaminsen | D | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Á. Samuelsen | M | 85 | 6.4 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/4 |
| P. Knudsen | M | 29 | 6.4 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| E. Joensen | M | 5 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Justinussen | F | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/3 |
| A. Edmundsson | D | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 1/1 |
| M. Agnarsson | D | 15 | 6.1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Lamhauge | G | 90 | 6.1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| H. Vatnsdal | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| O. Færø | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Petersen | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Danielsen | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| P. Kallsberg | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Nielsen | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| B. Reynatrod | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Prediction Q&A
- Who did Fipster predict to win Moldova vs Faroe Islands?
- Fipster's AI model predicted Moldova to win against Faroe Islands.
- What score did Fipster predict for Moldova vs Faroe Islands?
- Fipster predicted a final score of Moldova 2–1 Faroe Islands.
- What were the win probabilities for Moldova vs Faroe Islands?
- Fipster's model gave Moldova a 35% chance of winning, Faroe Islands a 32% chance, and a 33% chance of a draw.
- How confident was Fipster in this prediction?
- Fipster's model assigned this prediction 35% confidence — a low-confidence call.