Stjarnan Women Hold Off Thor KA Akureyri in Five-Goal Thriller

In a pulsating encounter at the Stjörnuvöllur, Stjarnan Gardabaer Women edged out Thor KA Akureyri Women 3-2 in the Icelandic Besta-deild kvenna on July 15, 2026. The match swung back and forth, but the home side's determination ensured they claimed all three points.

Stjarnan started brightly and took the lead in the 12th minute through a clinical finish from striker Helga Jónsdóttir. However, Thor KA responded swiftly, equalizing just five minutes later when midfielder Katrín Björgvinsdóttir curled a beautiful free kick over the wall and into the top corner.

The home side regained the lead before halftime thanks to Margrét Arnardóttir, who pounced on a defensive error to slot home. The second half saw Thor KA come out with renewed vigor, and they leveled again in the 58th minute through a tap-in from substitute Ingibjörg Stefánsdóttir.

Winning Goal Secures Vital Points

With the score tied at 2-2, the match was evenly poised. Stjarnan pushed forward and found the winner in the 74th minute. A powerful run down the left flank from winger Elín Ragnarsdóttir ended with a low cross that was turned home by Helga Jónsdóttir for her second goal of the night.

Thor KA pushed for a third equalizer in the closing stages, but Stjarnan's defense held firm. The victory lifts Stjarnan into third place in the Besta-deild kvenna standings, while Thor KA remain in mid-table. The match was a showcase of attacking football and resilience, typical of the Icelandic women's top flight.