Sparks will fly as Iceland and Turkey go toe-to-toe with each other at Laugardalsvollur on Monday, 14 October. View our free Iceland vs Turkey predictions below.
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Iceland vs Turkey predictions: Goals at both ends
Key stats
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in four of Turkey's last five matches.
- At least three goals were scored in five of Iceland's last seven matches, and in seven of Turkey's last nine games.
- Turkey came out on top when these teams clashed last month.
- The visitors opened the scoring in five of their last six games across all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Iceland 1-3 Turkey
Turkey are coming off back-to-back wins and are unbeaten in their last three games. They are up against an Iceland team that managed one win in their last four matches (D1, L2). Taking everything into account, we are fairly confident that Turkey will secure all the spoils after 90 minutes.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Turkey are clear favourites
- HOME:10/3 (4.33) – 23.1%
- DRAW:5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- AWAY:4/5 (1.80) – 55.6%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Turkey are currently enjoying their best ever start in the second tier of the UEFA Nations League. They are unbeaten in three group games so far with two wins and a draw.
Ahead of their trip to Iceland, Turkey are the expected winners at 4/5 (1.80). Teams with these odds usually have a 55.6% probability of winning.
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We have also established that Turkey drew first blood in five of their last six matches. Given that Iceland conceded first in three of their last four games, Turkey to score first has an appealing look at 4/7 (1.57). That one has a 63.6% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Another high-scoring affair on the cards?
The reverse fixture of this clash was a four-goal thriller, and three of the last four meetings between these teams featured goals at both ends. In their last six clashes with Turkey, Iceland have three wins, a draw and two defeats.
UEFA Nations League B 09/09/24
Turkey
Iceland
Euro 2019 Qualifying 14/11/19
Turkey
Iceland
Euro 2019 Qualifying 11/06/19
Iceland
Turkey
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 06/10/17
Turkey
Iceland
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 09/10/16
Iceland
Turkey
Iceland preview: Hoping to get back on course
Iceland have dropped to third on the League B, Group 4 table after failing to win their last two matches. They have accumulated four points from a possible nine and currently occupy the relegation playoff spot.
Predicted lineup: Valdimarsson (GK), Lunddal, Ingason, Gretarsson, Finnsson, Willumsson, Gudmundsson, Pordarson, Porsteinsson, Oskarsson & Gudjohnsen.
UEFA Nations League B 09/09/24
L
Turkey
3
Iceland
1
UEFA Nations League B 06/09/24
W
Montenegro
0
Iceland
2
International Match 10/06/24
L
Netherlands
4
Iceland
0
International Match 07/06/24
W
England
0
Iceland
1
Euro 2024 Qualifying 26/03/24
L
Ukraine
2
Iceland
1
Turkey preview: Eyeing their third consecutive victory
On the other hand, Turkey are currently leading the group standings with seven points from three matches. They are poised for a League A debut if they maintain their place at the top of the table after all is said and done.
Predicted lineup: Cakir (GK), Muldur, Demiral, Bardakci, Kadioglu, Calhanoglu, Kokcu, Akgun, Guler, Akturkoglu & Yilmaz.
UEFA Nations League B 09/09/24
W
Iceland
1
Turkey
3
UEFA Nations League B 06/09/24
D
Wales
0
Turkey
0
Euro 2024 06/07/24
L
Netherlands
2
Turkey
1
Euro 2024 02/07/24
W
Austria
1
Turkey
2
Euro 2024 26/06/24
W
Czech Republic
1
Turkey
2
