Late Drama Sees KV Reykjavik Edge Sindri Hofn in Icelandic Third Division

An action‑packed encounter at the Sindravellir stadium ended with KV Reykjavik claiming a thrilling 3-2 victory over UMF Sindri Hofn on June 20, 2026, in Iceland Division 3. The win lifts Reykjavik into the promotion conversation, while Sindri remain mired in mid‑table after a valiant effort fell just short.

First‑Half Exchanges

The match began at a frantic pace, with both sides creating chances. Sindri Hofn struck first in the 11th minute when forward Einar Jónsson pounced on a defensive miscommunication and slotted home from close range.

KV Reykjavik responded quickly. In the 19th minute, their captain Kristján Helgason smashed a free‑kick from 25 metres past the Sindri wall and into the net. The visitors then took the lead in the 38th minute when Guðmundur Sigurðsson headed in a corner.

Second‑Half Push and Counter

After the break, Sindri threw numbers forward and were rewarded in the 61st minute. A flowing move ended with Arnar Smári firing home from a tight angle to make it 2-2.

Both teams pushed for a winner. Sindri thought they had found it when Ólafur Bjarni hit the post in the 73rd minute. The hosts paid for that miss in the 84th minute: a defensive lapse allowed Reykjavik substitute Hafþór Rúnarsson to pounce on a loose ball inside the box and slot home the decisive goal.

Impact on the Table

KV Reykjavik’s victory moves them to 4th place in the Iceland Division 3 standings, now just three points behind the promotion spots. For Sindri Hofn, the defeat leaves them in 7th place with 18 points, their inconsistency a recurring theme this season.

Next week, KV Reykjavik host bottom‑side Haukar, while Sindri travel to Kári ahead of what promises to be a crucial period as the season enters its second half.