- NSI Runavík has won 1, drawn 2 and lost 2 of their last 5 league games, including two consecutive draws.
- EB Streymur has won 2, drawn 2 and lost 1 of their past 5 league matches, including two straight away draws.
An even contest between two of Faroe Islands’ better teams
Despite not being a heated rivalry, this Sunday’s matchup between NSI Runavík and EB Streymur could have a significant impact on the momentum of the 2025 Premier League season as both sides look to climb up the standings.
NSI, who sit third with 29 points from 14 games, are the clear favorites at 1.59 ahead of EB who are sixth with 21 points from the same amount of matches.
The hosts have won 1, drawn 2 and lost 2 of their most recent 5 league fixtures, while the visitors have won 2, drawn 2 and lost 1 of their 5 outings.
Jens Wedeborg’s disciplined and compact setups have allowed NSI to dominate possession and dictate the game, usually in either 4-2-3-1 or 4-4-2.
Midfielder Jannik Olsen is the all-action maestro who links the midfield with the frontline, controlling the tempo and supporting the defense.
Klaemint Olsen is simply on fire for the hosts with 14 goals in 14 league appearances to date, leading the line with ruthless efficiency.
Sigfridur Clementsen has built her EB side around a different kind of football, preferring a more direct approach to soccer.
Her side will look to break at speed and create chances on the break, usually operating in either 4-3-3 or 4-5-1.
Boubacar Dabo is the attacking spearhead with 5 league goals, while centre-back Heðin Hansen anchors EB Streymur’s defense.
Punters should look elsewhere
The head-to-head record, league positions, form, and overall quality of both sides suggest that NSI are the deserved favorites for this game and that they are likely to secure all 3 points.
While Clementsen’s systems are flexible, her teams have been more resilient on their travels since she took over in January 2023. Streymur have drawn 2 and lost 0 of their 2 most-recent away league outings, including a 1-1 draw at TB Tvoeroyri just 3 days ago. They could be tough to break down here.
As for the correct score, we’re going for ‘Over 2.5 goals’ as it suits NSI’s average goals per game at home better than ‘Unders’.
