Iceland vs Azerbaijan | WC Qualification Europe Preview | Home edge in Reykjavík?

On Friday 5 September 2025 at Laugardalsvöllur in Reykjavík, Iceland face Azerbaijan in World Cup Qualification Europe, Group D, with kick-off at 7:45pm UK.

The last time they met in Reykjavík ended 1–1 back in 2008, but form points Iceland’s way:

Iceland’s last 3 home games have seen 13 goals conceded, while Azerbaijan have shipped 9 goals in their last 3 away trips including a 6–0 defeat in Sweden.

Predicted stats suggest goals: 65% Over 2.5, 55% BTTS, and 3 goals per game expected.

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