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FC Thun vs Vikingur Reykjavik Prediction, Tips & Odds

FC Thun vs Vikingur Reykjavik

UEFA Europa League3rd Qualifying Round
FC Thun
LWLLW
3 - 0
Stockhorn Arena, Thun
Vikingur Reykjavik
WDLDL
★ OUR PICK
Over 2.5 Goals
Both sides average plenty of goals and trend toward open games — the over is the value pick here.
Totals
1.53
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.48 (implied 67.7%) for Over 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 70.2% probability (an expert ratio of 1.42). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (70.2% vs 67.7%), driven by both sides' high goal output and tendency toward open games. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours FC Thun to win this match against Vikingur Reykjavik, with a projected scoreline of 2-1. FC Thun has had a mixed start to their season, recording one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five matches. This indicates some inconsistency, but they have shown the ability to secure points, suggesting they can compete effectively in this encounter. On the other hand, Vikingur Reykjavik has also had a fluctuating form with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five matches. Their recent performances indicate a slight edge in confidence, particularly with back-to-back wins. However, they will need to maintain this momentum to challenge Thun effectively. The model output suggests a win probability that leans towards FC Thun. Nonetheless, a potential caveat is that Thun's inconsistency could lead to a surprise result if they fail to capitalize on their home advantage. For a detailed breakdown of the prediction methodology, including expected goals and actual results, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model to evaluate these fixtures comprehensively.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
FC Thun Win54%1.50
Draw19%4.35
Vikingur Reykjavik Win27%5.40
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5764.0%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.4867.1%

Combined goal output is high (4.8 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
FC Thun 2-1 Vikingur Reykjavik
7.5013.4%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.4% probability.

Asian Handicap
FC Thun -0.5
1.4848%

FC Thun have been the stronger side, winning 50% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
2-1
7.50
13.4%
1-1
8.15
12.3%
2-0
8.43
12.0%
1-0
8.98
11.2%
3-1
10.24
9.9%
3-0
11.33
9.0%

Our model projects a 2-1 FC Thun win as the most likely scoreline at 13.4% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature FC Thun clean sheets, in line with their 11% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
FC Thun
-0.0
1.19
Vikingur Reykjavik
+0.0
4.21
FC Thun
-0.5
1.48
Vikingur Reykjavik
+0.5
4.78
FC Thun
-1.5
2.38
Vikingur Reykjavik
+1.5
10.50

Lines averaged across 4 bookmakers. FC Thun are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

FC Thun vs Vikingur Reykjavik
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.524.505.251.502.551.572.20
Marathonbet
1.494.405.751.432.481.562.24
Betfair
1.474.335.501.442.601.502.40
Pinnacle
1.564.305.171.532.51
SBO
1.444.034.94
William Hill
1.504.005.001.552.30
Bet365
1.424.506.001.532.381.672.10
1xBet
1.554.585.981.432.481.562.28
Unibet
1.504.505.401.442.501.552.23
888Sport
1.504.005.001.442.501.532.30
Betano
1.534.355.301.532.451.602.18
Superbet
1.534.605.451.512.571.632.20
BetVictor
1.504.505.501.472.431.552.25

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
93.1%
Over 1.5 Goals
81.9%
Over 2.5 Goals
67.1%
Over 3.5 Goals
42.6%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XFC Thun or Draw
73%1.13
12FC Thun or Vikingur Reykjavik
81%1.18
X2Draw or Vikingur Reykjavik
46%2.44

Head to Head

Last 1 Meetings (FC Thun leads 1-0)
1 FC Thun0 Draw0 Vikingur Reykjavik
06 Aug
FC Thun
2-0
Vikingur Reykjavik
UEFA Europa League

In the head-to-head record between FC Thun and Vikingur Reykjavik, FC Thun has won 1 match, while Vikingur Reykjavik has not secured any victories. The only encounter took place on August 6, 2026, where FC Thun won with a score of 2-0. This result indicates a clear advantage for FC Thun, as they not only emerged victorious but also kept a clean sheet. With just one match played, there is limited data, but the scoreline suggests a degree of dominance by FC Thun in their previous meeting.

Key Statistics

2026 Season
FC ThunVikingur Reykjavik
2.14Goals p.g.2.61
1.75Goals conceded p.g.1.17
11%Clean sheets30%
50%Win rate70%
3.89Avg goals in match3.78
1.29xG per game
-0.04xGA per game
41%Possession %38%
4.3Shots on target / game2.0
5.0Corners per game4.0
FC Thun
Recent Form

FC Thun have won 8 of their last 15 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 4. Their recent home fixtures include beat FC Thun 3-0 and lost to FC Thun 0-6.

Overall, the wider run reads 14W 4D 10L from the last 28 games (50% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: FC ThunAll competitions
09 Aug
FC Basel 1893
4-2
FC Thun
Super League
06 Aug
FC Thun
3-0
Vikingur Reykjavik
UEFA Europa League
01 Aug
FC Thun
0-6
BSC Young Boys
Super League
28 Jul
Dinamo Zagreb
3-2
FC Thun
UEFA Champions League
25 Jul
FC Luzern
1-3
FC Thun
Super League
21 Jul
FC Thun
1-1
Dinamo Zagreb
UEFA Champions League
14
Win
50%
4
Draw
14%
10
Lost
36%
Vikingur Reykjavik
Recent Form

Vikingur Reykjavik have won 8 of their last 14 matches on the road, drawing 2 and losing 4. Their recent away fixtures include lost to FC Thun 3-0 and drew with IA Akranes 2-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 16W 3D 4L from the last 23 games (70% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Vikingur ReykjavikAll competitions
13 Aug
Vikingur Reykjavik
3-2
FC Thun
UEFA Europa League
09 Aug
Vikingur Reykjavik
2-2
IBV Vestmannaeyjar
Úrvalsdeild
06 Aug
FC Thun
3-0
Vikingur Reykjavik
UEFA Europa League
02 Aug
IA Akranes
2-2
Vikingur Reykjavik
Úrvalsdeild
29 Jul
Hapoel Beer Sheva
2-0
Vikingur Reykjavik
UEFA Champions League
24 Jul
Vikingur Reykjavik
5-1
Keflavik
Úrvalsdeild
16
Win
70%
3
Draw
13%
4
Lost
17%

Lineups

Confirmed

FC Thun4-4-2Confirmed

27Michael HeuleDEF
19Jan BamertDEF
5Nicolas BürgyDEF
47Fabio FehrDEF
30Nico MaierFWD
33Marc GutbubFWD
96Brighton LabeauFWD
1Niklas SteffenGK
13Nassim ZoukitMID
16Justin RothMID
78Valmir MatoshiMID
54Louis PassavantDEF
37Lucien DählerDEF
17Ashvin BalarubanDEF
80Simon LengenFWD
9Furkan DursunFWD
11Layton StewartFWD
34Leo StuckiGK
25Tim SpycherGK
8Fabio SaizMID
70Nils ReichmuthMID
21Dorian DerbaciMID

Vikingur Reykjavik4-3-3Confirmed

2Sveinn Gísli ÞorkelssonDEF
9Helgi GuðjónssonDEF
22Karl Friðleifur GunnarssonDEF
6Gunnar VatnhamarDEF
4Oliver EkrothDEF
47Ögmundur KristinssonGK
10Gylfi SigurðssonMID
77Stigur Diljan ThordarsonMID
21Aron Elís ÞrándarsonMID
30Sveinn Margeir HaukssonMID
11Daniel HafsteinssonMID
24Davíð Örn AtlasonDEF
15Róbert Orri ÞorkelssonDEF
25Valdimar Þór IngimundarsonFWD
23Nikolaj HansenFWD
99Uggi Johann AudunssonGK
29Aron Snær FriðrikssonGK
69Armann Ingi FinnbogasonMID
18Dadi JónssonMID
8Viktor Örlygur AndrasonMID
7Erlingur AgnarssonMID

Unavailable Players

0 players

FC Thun

No reported absences

Vikingur Reykjavik

No reported absences

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Over 2.5 Goals1.48 (67.1%)
Both Teams Score1.57 (64%)
Value Bets
FC Thun Win1.50 (54.2%)
Vikingur Reykjavik Win5.40 (26.9%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.50 (32.9%)
BTTS No2.24 (36%)
Speculative
Draw4.35 (18.9%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

FC Thun have averaged 5.0 corners per match at home; Vikingur Reykjavik 4.0 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.5 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

FC Thun have generated 1.29 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 50% of them. They put 4.3 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. FC Thun player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Over

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.