Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Iceland
Selfoss
€350.00Th.
Thor Akureyri
€920.00Th.
Preview
When Selfoss vs Thor Akureyri meet in the Icelandic Cup on May 13, 2025, it’ll be more than just a knockout tie—it’s a battle of contrasting realities. Selfoss, with a squad valued at just €350k, host a Thor Akureyri side worth nearly triple that (€920k). Yet, history suggests money doesn’t always decide outcomes. Our Selfoss vs Thor Akureyri prediction dives into why this cup clash could defy expectations once more.
The last time these two met—August 10, 2022—Selfoss pulled off a 2-1 win despite being slight underdogs (2.16 odds vs. Thor’s 2.55). Fast-forward to today, and Thor are favorites again (1.72 away win), but the home side’s cup pedigree can’t be ignored. Remember their stunning 4-2 away victory over Fjolnir in 2023 at 5.4 odds? Cup magic runs in their veins.
While bookmakers lean toward Thor, NerdyTips’ AI spots intrigue in a Home win at 3.6 odds (2.7/5 trust score). Here’s how to approach the betting tips for this fixture:
Selfoss’ low-block defense will aim to frustrate Thor, who prefer possession-heavy builds. But Thor’s wider attacking width could exploit Selfoss’ full-backs, creating overlaps. The head-to-head stats reveal a pattern: when Selfoss wins, it’s via set-pieces or transitions—their two goals in 2022 came from such situations.
Expect a cagey start. A 1-1 halftime scoreline (6.5 odds) aligns with both teams’ slow-building cup approaches. Thor’s superior individual quality might surface later, but Selfoss’ resilience could extend the drama.
Thor’s financial edge justifies their favoritism, but cup football writes its own scripts. For our Selfoss vs Thor Akureyri prediction, the smarter play leans into goals (GG & Over 2.5) rather than outright results. However, at 3.6 odds, a small stake on a Home win offers tantalizing value—because if there’s one thing Selfoss love, it’s proving oddsmakers wrong.
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GG -278
Both teams are expected to score with odds of -2781 260
Selfoss is expected to win with odds of 260Over 2.5 -303
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -278
Both teams are expected to score1X&O2.5 162
Home win/draw and over 2.5 goals
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 Thor A |
22-Jun-25
2:0
| Selfoss  |
| Selfoss |
13-May-25
1:4
| Thor A |
| Selfoss |
20-Aug-23
2:2
| Thor A |
| Thor A |
16-Jun-23
2:1
| Selfoss |
| Selfoss |
10-Aug-22
2:1
| Thor A |
| Thor A |
03-Jun-22
0:2
| Selfoss |
| Thor A |
11-Sep-21
1:2
| Selfoss |
| Selfoss |
05-Jul-21
1:1
| Thor A |
| Thor A |
07-Sep-18
2:1
| Selfoss |
| Selfoss |
30-Jun-18
3:5
| Thor A |
