- Stjarnan are on a five-game winning streak in all competitions, while FH Hafnarfjordur have one win, two draws and two defeats in their last five in all competitions.
- Stjarnan have won three home games in a row and FH Hafnarfjordur have failed to win their last three visits to Stjarnan in all competitions.
- The last two meetings between these sides have been draws, including a 0-0 result at Stjarnan in the Besta deild karla 2025.
Contrast in styles makes Friday’s game a tough call
Our Stjarnan vs FH Hafnarfjordur preview highlights that these teams have enjoyed contrasting starts to the Besta deild karla 2026, with the hosts second on three points from one match and the visitors seventh on one point from one game. There is extra significance to this fixture as FH are one of the most successful clubs in Icelandic football history and Stjarnan are a modern top-tier contender.
Stjarnan boss Joekull Elisabetarson has instilled a clear possession-based, attacking football philosophy in his squad since he took over in May 2023 and they have become known as the team that plays a stylish 4-3-3 with real intent to dominate the ball. They have been a force to be reckoned with when they get their three central midfielders in a rhythm, which they did in their 6-1 thrashing of HK Kopavogur, and again in their 3-2 away win over KA Akureyri.
Emil Atlason has been in deadly form of late for Stjarnan, scoring two of their last three goals, and has been getting on the end of some good chances in the final third. The Stjarnan vs FH Hafnarfjordur prediction remains difficult, as FH’s pressing game is much more energetic and they catch teams off guard with the tempo in which they play on the break. Gudjonsson’s side have not been in their best form of the season so far, but they showed glimpses of their threat when they drew 1-1 away at IBV Vestmannaeyjar and beat Thor Akureyri 4-2 in the cup.
Expect an open, fast-paced game with plenty of chances
Joey Gudjonsson has been at the helm of FH since January 2026 and has instilled his high-intensity, pressing game that the team plays at a frantic pace. This Stjarnan vs FH Hafnarfjordur prediction suggests they average 1.00 goals per game on the road in the league, having scored once in their only away game so far.
Stjarnan’s slow build-up play, in which they often enjoy long periods of possession, will clash with FH’s intense pressing, which could lead to plenty of end-to-end action. For those looking for Stjarnan vs FH Hafnarfjordur betting tips, Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.35 looks a very attractive wager, and Stjarnan should edge this one with a potential 3-1 result in the Exact Score market.
Stjarnan win at 2.11, Over 2.5 goals at 1.35 and Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.35 are the top bets for Friday’s Besta deild karla contest.
