

Hafnarfjordur 1 – 1 Thor Akureyri
Besta-deild karla | June 22, 2026
Hafnarfjordur and Thor Akureyri shared the spoils in a tightly fought 1‑1 draw at Kaplakriki. The result reflected a contest where both sides had spells of dominance but ultimately cancelled each other out.
Match Overview
Hafnarfjordur started brightly, pressing Thor Akureyri deep into their own half. Their persistence paid off midway through the first half when a clever through‑ball was slotted home by the home striker. Thor Akureyri, however, grew into the game after the interval, and their equaliser came from a well‑struck free‑kick that curled over the wall in the 67th minute.
Key Moments
- 22′ – Hafnarfjordur take the lead with a composed finish.
- 67′ – Thor Akureyri level from a superb free‑kick.
- 81′ – Hafnarfjordur hit the crossbar from a close‑range header.
Standout Players
The home goalkeeper made two crucial saves in the final ten minutes to preserve the draw. For Thor Akureyri, the midfielder who scored the free‑kick was a constant threat from set pieces.
Table & Season Impact
The point kept Hafnarfjordur in the middle of the pack, while Thor Akureyri inched away from the relegation zone. Neither side was entirely satisfied, but the hard‑fought draw could prove valuable later in the season.