The UEFA Europa League clash on August 13, 2026, sees Vikingur Reykjavik host FC Thun in what promises to be an intriguing encounter. Vikingur enters the match with a solid domestic record of four wins and two losses, boasting an impressive 17 goals scored but with eight conceded in six outings. Their recent form, with three wins from their last five, suggests a team capable of finding the net but also susceptible at the back.
FC Thun, however, arrives with a perfect record from their two European fixtures, scoring 11 goals and conceding just one – a testament to their attacking prowess and defensive solidity in continental competition. While their sample size is smaller, their 100% win rate is undeniable. The bookmakers see this as an evenly matched contest, with a 33% win probability for either side and for a draw. Key narratives revolve around Thun's seemingly unstoppable momentum against Vikingur's more extensive but somewhat inconsistent form. Watch for Thun's clinical finishing and Vikingur's ability to exploit any defensive lapses, particularly if the Icelandic side can leverage home advantage. This tie could well hinge on which team dictates the tempo and capitalizes on their chances.
29. A. Fridriksson, 24. D. Atlason, 6. G. Vatnhamar, 15. R. Thorkelsson, 9. H. Gudjonsson, 69. A. Finnbogason, 8. V. Andrason, 10. G. Sigurdsson, 18. D. Jonsson, 25. V. Ingimundarson, 30. S. Hauksson
1. N. Steffen, 37. L. Dahler, 5. N. Burgy, 19. J. Bamert, 47. F. Fehr, 70. N. Reichmuth, 8. F. Saiz, 13. N. Zoukit, 21. D. Derbaci, 11. L. Stewart, 80. S. Lengen
Match events
5' Card Yellow Card — G. Sigurdsson (Vikingur Reykjavik)
10' Goal Normal Goal — F. Fehr (FC Thun) (assists: N. Reichmuth)
16' Goal Normal Goal — G. Sigurdsson (Vikingur Reykjavik) (assists: V. Andrason)
35' Goal Normal Goal — B. Labeau (FC Thun) (assists: N. Reichmuth)
38' Goal Normal Goal — S. Thordarson (Vikingur Reykjavik) (assists: K. Gunnarsson)
42' Card Yellow Card — M. Heule (FC Thun)
47' Card Yellow Card — O. Ekroth (Vikingur Reykjavik)
47' Card Yellow Card — M. Gutbub (FC Thun)
55' Goal Normal Goal — V. Ingimundarson (Vikingur Reykjavik)
58' Card Yellow Card — V. Ingimundarson (Vikingur Reykjavik)
61' Card Yellow Card — J. Bamert (FC Thun)
63' subst Substitution 1 — A. Thrandarson (Vikingur Reykjavik) (assists: N. Hansen)
63' subst Substitution 2 — K. Gunnarsson (Vikingur Reykjavik) (assists: D. Atlason)
66' Card Yellow Card — G. Vatnhamar (Vikingur Reykjavik)
72' Card Yellow Card — S. Ottesen (Vikingur Reykjavik)
75' subst Substitution 3 — A. Finnbogason (Vikingur Reykjavik) (assists: D. Jonsson)
79' subst Substitution 1 — N. Reichmuth (FC Thun) (assists: N. Maier)
79' subst Substitution 2 — N. Zoukit (FC Thun) (assists: F. Saiz)
83' subst Substitution 3 — M. Gutbub (FC Thun) (assists: L. Stewart)
84' Card Yellow Card — V. Matoshi (FC Thun)
88' subst Substitution 4 — M. Heule (FC Thun) (assists: N. Burgy)
90'+2 subst Substitution 4 — V. Ingimundarson (Vikingur Reykjavik) (assists: S. Thorkelsson)
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