Stjarnan Garðabær came from behind to claim a 2-1 away victory over KR Reykjavik in the Besta-deild karla on August 26, 2025. This comeback win at the KR-völlur stadium demonstrated Stjarnan's fighting spirit and dealt a blow to KR's title aspirations. KR took the lead in the first half from a well-executed team move and looked in control for large periods. However, Stjarnan equalized against the run of play early in the second half with a stunning long-range effort. The match turned completely when Stjarnan scored the winner with just ten minutes remaining, capitalizing on a defensive mistake to slot home. The match result was a bitter pill for KR to swallow after leading for so long, and it allowed Stjarnan to climb the table. The Stjarnan manager praised his team's character, while the KR coach was critical of his side's game management in the final stages.