Breidablik vs ÍB Vestmannaeyja Prediction: A rain-of-goal expected

Defending champions, Breidablik will welcome IBV to the Kópavogsvöllur on Friday in the opening fixture of round 16. IBV’s successes over the Kópavogur club earlier this year make the clash more interesting. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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Despite missing their top scorer, Stefan Ingi Sigurdarson, due to injury, Breidablik sit comfortably in third place on the table with 30 points from 15 games. The team has been in good form, winning their last four matches in all competitions. However, in their recent league victory against Fram, Breidablik showed a lack of attacking prowess, which is an area they will need to improve upon.

While maintaining their winning streak, Breidablik remain eight points behind league leaders Vikingur. This gap will serve as motivation for the team to stay focused and not let their guard down. Retaining the league title will be a key objective for Breidablik, and they will need to continue their solid performances and find ways to overcome the absence of their top scorer.

With 31 goals scored and 21 goals conceded so far this season, Breidablik's defensive stability has played a significant role in their success. As they navigate through the remaining matches, they will aim to maintain their defensive solidity while also seeking to improve their attacking output.

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IBV's recent unbeaten run in their last three games will give them some confidence as they prepare to face a team they have defeated in their previous two encounters. However, their overall performance this season has been underwhelming, as they currently sit in 8th place on the table with 17 points from 15 games.

Struggling in terms of results and league position, IBV have scored 18 goals and conceded 25 goals so far this season. Their defensive record is a concern, as they have conceded more goals than they have scored. This highlights the need for improvement at both ends of the pitch.

Being in the relegation group zone, IBV will be highly motivated to secure a positive result in this match. They will understand the importance of accumulating points to move up the table and distance themselves from the relegation zone. The upcoming match provides an opportunity for IBV to continue their unbeaten streak and potentially climb the standings.

To improve their overall performance and increase their chances of success, IBV will need to address their defensive vulnerabilities and find ways to be more clinical in front of goal. A solid defensive structure and better finishing will be crucial for their success going forward.

IBV's recent performances against the defending champions, Breidablik, have been impressive, securing two victories over them earlier this year. The first encounter resulted in a thrilling 3-2 win for IBV in March, followed by a 2-1 victory in April.

On the other hand, Breidablik have had a relatively decent run in their last six matches, winning three of them. They have been able to maintain a level of consistency, earning valuable points along the way. A draw and two wins for IBV in the previous two encounters might indicate that Breidablik have been working to improve their performance against their opponents.

Before the last two matches between IBV and Breidablik, the latter managed to keep four clean sheets in their last six games against IBV. This defensive strength reflects their ability to shut down IBV's attacking threats and shows their capability to keep tight defenses when facing each other.

IBV will aim to continue their successful run against the defending champions, while Breidablik will be determined to improve their performance and potentially regain their defensive solidity against their opponent. IBV's victories over the defending champions this year highlight their competitiveness and ability to take on strong teams. However, Breidablik's recent form and defensive record against IBV in the past add an intriguing element to the upcoming match, making it a closely contested and eagerly anticipated fixture. In the end, both sides will score in a rain-of-goals encounter.

• Over 2.5 for 1.60 odds
• BTTS for 1.67 odds
• Over 3.5 for 2.30 odds