Selfoss and Hviti Riddarinn Battle to 2–2 Draw in Iceland Division 2

UMF Selfoss and Hviti Riddarinn played out an entertaining 2–2 draw in the Iceland Division 2 on 12 July 2026. The match at Selfossvöllur featured dramatic swings, with both sides showing resilience to share the points.

Selfoss started strongly and took the lead in the 17th minute through striker Björn Ingason, who finished neatly after a swift counter-attack. Hviti Riddarinn responded well and equalised just before half-time when midfielder Einar Jónsson volleyed home from a corner. The second half saw Selfoss regain the lead in the 54th minute courtesy of a powerful header from defender Arnar Sigurðsson.

Hviti Riddarinn refused to give up and eventually found an equaliser in the 78th minute. Substitute Kári Guðmundsson latched onto a long ball and slotted past the goalkeeper, sparking celebrations from the visiting bench. Both sides pushed for a winner in the final minutes, but the defences held firm.

Game Notes

• Possession: Selfoss 51% – 49% Hviti Riddarinn
• Shots on target: 5 – 4
• Key attacking player: Björn Ingason (Selfoss) – goal and an assist

Season Implications

The draw keeps UMF Selfoss in the top half of the Iceland Division 2 table, while Hviti Riddarinn remain in mid-table but have now extended their unbeaten run to three matches. Both teams will look to build on this performance as they push for promotion contention later in the season.