Valur Reykjavik vs FC Nordsjaelland
Nordsjaelland cruise past Valur in Reykjavik
Two well-taken goals secure a comfortable away win in the Conference League.
FC Nordsjaelland claimed a 2-0 victory over Valur Reykjavik in the UEFA Europa Conference League, with V. Berthelsen opening the scoring in the 30th minute and N. Røjkjær sealing the win from the penalty spot in the 77th. The Danish side controlled the match and left Iceland with a solid advantage. This result defied Fipster's medium-confidence prediction of a narrow home win for Valur.
- Aggregate:
- Valur Reykjavik 0 7 FC Nordsjaelland
- Advances:
- FC Nordsjaelland
Outcome probability
This third qualifying round clash between Valur Reykjavik and FC Nordsjaelland promises a closely fought encounter, with both sides eager to progress further in the competition.
Match factors
FC Nordsjaelland's Midfield Scoring Threat
R. Norheim has scored 2 goals in 2 games, doubling the average midfielder scoring rate in the league.
N. Røjkjær's Creative Influence
Røjkjær has 1 goal and 1 assist in 2 games with high match ratings, showing strong recent form.
Valur Reykjavik's Defensive Solidity at Home
Valur has kept a clean sheet in their only home game, conceding 0 goals, supporting their predicted 1-0 win.
Full Squad Availability for Both Teams
No confirmed injuries or doubtful players for either team, so all key players are available.
The context
Valur Reykjavik have played two matches in this competition so far, winning one and drawing one, scoring three goals and conceding two. FC Nordsjaelland have also played two matches, with one win and one loss, scoring six goals but conceding just one. Both teams have shown attacking intent, but defensive solidity will be key here.
Key insights
Analysis
The prediction leans towards a narrow home win for Valur Reykjavik, with a 1-0 scoreline being the most probable outcome. Valur's ability to keep a clean sheet at home supports this, while FC Nordsjaelland's midfield threat, particularly from R. Norheim who has scored twice in two games, adds an intriguing dynamic. However, Valur's defensive organisation and home form should see them hold on to a slender lead.
Key facts
- 1.Valur Reykjavik have played 2 matches in this competition (W1 D1 L0, GF 3 / GA 2).
- 2.FC Nordsjaelland have played 2 matches in this competition (W1 D0 L1, GF 6 / GA 1).
- 3.Valur Reykjavik have kept a clean sheet in their only home game in this competition.
- 4.R. Norheim has scored 2 goals in 2 games, doubling the average midfielder scoring rate in the league.
- 5.N. Røjkjær has 1 goal and 1 assist in 2 games with high match ratings.
- 6.No confirmed injuries or doubtful players for either team.
- 7.The most probable scoreline is 1-0 in favour of Valur Reykjavik.
- 8.A total of 4 cards is expected in this match.
Prediction
Expect Valur Reykjavik to take an early lead by halftime and maintain that advantage through to fulltime, resulting in a 1-0 victory. The match is likely to be competitive, with a total of around four cards expected, reflecting a keenly contested battle.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Valur Reykjavik
No standout top scorers flagged for Valur Reykjavik
Away — FC Nordsjaelland
The verdict
In summary, Valur Reykjavik's home resilience and FC Nordsjaelland's attacking threat set the stage for a tight match. The home side's slight edge in defence and form should be enough to secure the win, but it won't be without its challenges.
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
Berthelsen
Assist: Ibrahim Adel
Acquah
Berthelsen
Dagur Gardarson
Heimisson
Røjkjær
Penalty
Skoglund
Heimisson
Jónsson
Haraldsson
Yellow Card
Ibrahim Adel
Lähteenmäki
Match Statistics
Valur Reykjavik
4-4-1-1Starting XI
- 4M. NakkimD
- 8J. JónssonM
- 12T. HaraldssonM
- 14A. SkoglundM
- 15H. EyjólfssonD
- 17L. HeimissonF
- 18F. SchramG
- 19Dagur GardarsonF
- 22B. HeimissonD
- 28S. FriðjónssonM
Substitutes
- 3H. GunnarssonD
- 5Kristofer ArnarssonM
- 6B. AntonssonM
- 11I. StøleD
- 21J. PálssonD
- 26E. SigurbjornssonM
- 29Shkelzen VeseliM
- 95T. PeterssonG
FC Nordsjaelland
3-4-3Starting XI
- 2P. AnkersenD
- 3T. SalquistD
- 13A. HansenG
- 14Ibrahim AdelF
- 15S. AcquahD
- 18Justin JanssenM
- 23R. NorheimM
- 25J. LähteenmäkiM
- 29V. BerthelsenF
- 40H. Boe RasmussenF
- 47M. HeydeM
Substitutes
- 6M. BrinkM
- 8N. RøjkjærM
- 10P. AmoakoF
- 17L. NeneF
- 28M. WalkerD
- 31A. SondenbroeG
- 32V. GustafsenD
- 37Lamine SadioM
- 39D. JóhannessonM
- 45Noah MarkmannD
- 48C. KristoffersenG
Valur Reykjavik
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markus Nakkim | D | 91 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Samúel Kári Friðjónsson | D | 91 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Frederik Schram | G | 91 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tryggvi Hrafn Haraldsson | M | 91 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1/1 |
| Jónatan Ingi Jónsson | M | 79 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/4 |
| Dagur Orri Gardarson | F | 67 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/3 |
| Birkir Heimisson | D | 67 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hólmar Örn Eyjólfsson(C) | D | 91 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| Albin Skoglund | M | 79 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/2 |
| Lúkas Logi Heimisson | M | 79 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/1 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Jakob Franz Pálsson | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Shkelzen Veseli | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tomas Blöndal-Petersson | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Emil Nonnu Sigurbjornsson | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kristófer Dagur Arnarsson | M | 12 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Bjarni Antonsson Duffield | M | 12 | 6.6 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Hörður Ingi Gunnarsson | D | 24 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ingimar Torbjornsson Stole | D | 24 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
FC Nordsjaelland
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Janssen | M | 91 | 8.2 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2/2 |
| Peter Ankersen | D | 91 | 7.6 | — | — | — | — | 3 | — |
| Andreas Hansen | G | 91 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Villum Berthelsen | F | 66 | 7.2 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0/1 |
| Stephen Acquah | D | 67 | 7.2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Tobias Salquist(C) | D | 91 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ibrahim Adel | F | 84 | 6.9 | — | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2/5 |
| Hjalte Boe Rasmussen | F | 91 | 6.5 | — | — | 6 | 2 | — | 2/4 |
| Malte Heyde | M | 53 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
| Juho Lähteenmäki | M | 83 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Runar Robinsonn Norheim | M | 91 | 6.2 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 2 | — |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Levy Nene | F | 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Daniel Jóhannesson | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Carl Kristoffersen | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Andreas Søndenbroe | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lamine Sadio | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Victor Gustafsen | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Markus Walker | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Prince Amoako Junior | F | 25 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/2 |
| Nicklas Røjkjær | M | 24 | 6.9 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | — |
| Mark Brink | M | 38 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Noah Markmann | D | 8 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |