KA Asvellir 3–2 Augnablik Kopavogur
Iceland Division 3 | 24 July 2026, 03:15 UTC

In a thoroughly entertaining Iceland Division 3 clash at the Asvellir stadium, KA Asvellir snatched a dramatic 3–2 victory over Augnablik Kopavogur in the dying minutes. The result keeps Asvellir’s slim promotion hopes alive, while Augnablik was left to wonder what might have been after leading twice in the game.

Match Overview

The match was played on a warm summer night with a decent crowd of around 200 fans creating a lively atmosphere. Both teams came into the game in the middle of the table, desperate for points to climb the standings. The fast-paced encounter saw attacking football from both sides, with five goals spread across the 90 minutes.

• Venue: Asvellir, Reykjavik area
• Attendance: 198
• Referee: Ólafur Helgason

Key Moments

Augnablik made a bright start and took the lead in the 11th minute. Striker Viktor Björnsson chested down a long ball and smashed a half-volley past the Asvellir goalkeeper. The early goal settled the visitors, who dominated possession for the next twenty minutes.

KA Asvellir gradually worked their way back into the match and equalised in the 38th minute. A corner kick was only partially cleared, and midfielder Jónas Daníelsson lashed the ball into the bottom corner from 18 yards. 1–1 at half-time.

Augnablik regained the advantage shortly after the restart. A swift counter-attack down their right flank ended with winger Davíð Sigurðsson cutting inside and curling a precise shot into the far top corner in the 52nd minute. 2–1 to the visitors.

Tactical Story

KA Asvellir operated in a 4-3-3 system, relying on width from their full-backs. Augnablik mirrored the formation but tried to build play through central midfield. The turning point came when Asvellir’s manager introduced substitute striker Hákon Jóhannsson in the 65th minute. His energy and aerial presence changed the dynamic.

In the 79th minute, Hákon met a cross from the right to power a header past the Augnablik keeper, levelling the scores at 2–2. The home crowd roared and sensed a winner was possible. With time running out, Augnablik seemed content with a point, but Asvellir kept pushing.

Standout Players

• Hákon Jóhannsson (KA Asvellir) – Came off the bench to score the equaliser and set up the winner; a game-changing impact.
• Jónas Daníelsson (KA Asvellir) – Scored one, constantly involved in midfield, and played the pass that led to the winning goal.
• Viktor Björnsson (Augnablik Kopavogur) – A constant threat up front, scored a fine opener, and troubled the Asvellir defence all night.

Table and Season Context

The victory lifted KA Asvellir to 6th place in the 12-team Iceland Division 3, now on 16 points from 13 matches. They sit just four points outside the top four promotion playoff places. Augnablik dropped to 8th with 14 points and face a more difficult path to reach the top half.

“The lads showed incredible spirit to come from behind twice,” said KA Asvellir coach Sigurður Þórðarson. “We never gave up, and the substitutes made a real difference. That’s how we want to play football.” Augnablik’s manager, Gunnar Kristjánsson, was frustrated: “We were in control for large spells but switched off at crucial moments. That cannot happen in this league.”

KA Asvellir’s next match is against bottom side Völsungur, while Augnablik will look to bounce back at home against Höttur. With half the season left, both teams still have plenty to play for in the competitive Division 3 campaign.