HK Kópavogur vs Breidablik Prediction: We expect goals in the Kópavogur derby

As HK Kópavogur take on Breidablik on Friday, the absence of international commitments for league players during the international break provide them with a well-deserved rest period and an opportunity to prepare themselves for the upcoming club matches with renewed energy and focus. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

HK Kópavogur

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Kópavogur's current position in the table, sitting sixth with 13 points from 11 games, indicates a fairly average performance so far this season. They have scored 18 goals but have also conceded 25.

Being just a point above KR and four points below Akureyri, Kópavogur will be looking to improve their form to solidify their position and potentially climb up the table.

Orvar Eggertsson, their key goal scorer, has been performing well with five goals in 11 games, only one goal short of his total from last season in fewer appearances. However, he is currently going through a four-match goal drought and will be eager to find his scoring touch again.

The team's recent form is concerning, as they have suffered five consecutive losses. This poor run of results raises doubts about their ability to secure a victory in their upcoming matches, even when playing at home.

Kópavogur will need to address their defensive issues and regain their winning momentum to improve their standing in the league. The return to form of Orvar Eggertsson could be crucial in boosting their goal-scoring potential and turning their fortunes around.

Breidablik

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Breidablik's quest to defend their league title is well underway as they currently sit in third place with 24 points from 12 matches. They have been impressive in front of goal, scoring 23 goals while conceding 15.

With a seven-point gap separating them from league leaders Vikingur and a two-point difference with second-placed Valur, Breidablik will be eager to continue their strong form and close the gap on the top two teams. Their 11-game unbeaten run is a testament to their consistency, with 8 wins and 3 draws during that period.

Stefan Ingi Sigurdarson, the former Kópavogur striker and current Breidablik player, has been in excellent goal-scoring form this season. He has already netted 8 goals, making him one of the top goalscorers in the league. Sigurdarson will be motivated to continue finding the back of the net and increase his goal tally to help propel Breidablik to further success.

H2H

From 2010 to the present, Breidablik and HK Kópavogur have faced each other in a total of 18 games. Out of these matches, Breidablik emerged as the dominant side, winning 13 times, while HK Kópavogur managed to secure victory in 3 games. There were also 2 draws between the two teams.

In terms of goal-scoring, these matches have often seen an abundance of goals. In 13 out of the 18 games, over 2.5 goals were scored, indicating a tendency for high-scoring encounters. Additionally, in 12 of the matches, both teams managed to find the back of the net, suggesting a strong likelihood of goals being scored by both sides.

Expert Betting Tips

Based on the historical record and the expectation of goals being scored in matches between HK Kópavogur and Breidablik, it is reasonable to anticipate an exciting encounter with a likelihood of multiple goals in their upcoming match. Additionally, considering Breidablik's higher position in the league table and their recent form, they are the favorites to win the match at full time.

• W2 for 1.60 odds
• BTTS for 1.70 odds
• Over 2.5 for 1.60 odds