KR Reykjavík vs Valur Reykjavík Prediction: Valur expected to dominate the Reykjavík derby

On Monday, the city of Reykjavik will be witness to a fight between arch-rivals as KR hosts Valur at the KR-vollur. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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KR will be disappointed with their recent 1-2 loss against league leaders Víkingur Reykjavik, which ended their impressive 10-game unbeaten streak. Despite the consolation goal scored by Finnbogason, they couldn't overturn the early lead established by Víkingur with goals from Gudjonsson and Thrandarson.

The team had been in excellent form during their unbeaten run, securing 7 wins and 3 draws, but the recent defeat has dropped them to the 5th position on the table with 22 points from 16 games. While they are still in a respectable position, KR will be eager to bounce back and regain momentum in the league.

Moving forward, KR will need to analyze their performance and identify areas of improvement. They have proven their ability to compete with the top sides, but consistency will be key to achieving their objectives in the league. With several matches still to be played, they have the opportunity to climb up the table and challenge for higher positions. The team will be determined to put the recent setback behind them and continue their pursuit of success in the remaining fixtures of the season.

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Valur's recent form has been quite impressive, with a 1-0 victory against Fram in their last game. Patrick Pedersen's goal in the 16th minute proved to be the decisive moment in that match, helping them bounce back after a 2-0 defeat against Stjarnan.

The team's overall performance in the league has been commendable, as they currently sit in second place with 35 points from 16 games. Their attacking prowess is evident with 38 goals scored, and their defense has been solid, conceding only 14 goals, making them the second-best defensive side in the league after Vikingur.

Valur's consistency is evident from their record of just one loss in their previous seven games. With such a strong performance and determination, they will be looking to continue their winning ways and maintain their position among the top contenders in the league. Their upcoming matches will undoubtedly be watched closely as they aim to build on their recent success and continue their push for the league title.

Valur have historically had the upper hand in head-to-head clashes against Reykjavik, remaining unbeaten in 9 of their last 10 encounters. In their latest meeting, Valur asserted their dominance with an impressive 5-0 victory over Reykjavik.

Additionally, goals have been a common feature in their recent matches, with five of the last six meetings witnessing over 2.5 goals.

When playing at this stadium, Valur have been particularly strong against KR Reykjavik, remaining unbeaten in three of their last four meetings. This advantage could play a crucial role in the upcoming clash, giving Valur a boost of confidence as they aim to continue their positive record against their opponents.

Considering their past performances and head-to-head statistics, Valur will enter the match with a sense of confidence, while Reykjavik will be eager to break the pattern and secure a positive result. With goals expected from both sides, Valur will be looking to maintain their supremacy in this fixture.

• Over 2.5 for 1.60 odds
• W2 for 2.30 odds
• Over 3.5 for 2.20 odds