In a dramatic encounter in the Iceland Women's Division 1 on 10 July 2026, Grotta Women came from behind to defeat Haukar Women 2-1 at the Haukarhöllin Stadium. The result lifts Grotta into mid-table safety while pushing Haukar closer to the relegation zone.

Match Overview

Haukar started with intent and took an early lead, but Grotta responded with a spirited second-half performance. A goal just before half-time levelled the scores, and then a stunning strike early in the second period sealed the comeback. The home side pushed for an equaliser late on but were denied by a resolute Grotta defence.

Key Moments

• 13' – Haukar take the lead: A long throw into the box was flicked on by centre-forward Rakel Jónsdóttir, and Katrín Ágústsdóttir nodded the ball in from close range.
• 44' – Grotta equalise: A neat passing move down the right wing ended with a low cross being diverted into the net by Berglind Einarsdóttir from six yards, just before the half-time whistle.
• 48' – Grotta’s winner: Midfielder Lilja Ösp received the ball 25 yards from goal, took a touch to her right, and unleashed a curling strike that flew into the top corner.

Tactical Story

Haukar started in a 4-4-1-1 formation and dominated possession in the first 20 minutes, but failed to increase their lead. After the equaliser, Grotta grew in confidence and began winning the midfield battles. In the second half, Grotta pressed higher and forced several turnovers in dangerous areas. Haukar’s manager switched to a back three in the final 15 minutes in search of an equaliser, but Grotta held firm with two banks of four.

Standout Players

Lilja Ösp was the hero for Grotta — her stunning second-half goal will be a contender for goal of the season in the division. She also completed three key passes and covered 11.2 kilometres over the 90 minutes. Berglind Einarsdóttir was lively throughout and took her goal well. For Haukar, centre-back Guðrún heiður made ten clearances and won six duels, but she could not prevent the two conceded goals. Winger Katrín Ágústsdóttir scored and was a constant threat before fading in the second half.

Season Impact

Grotta’s victory lifts them to 14 points from 11 matches, moving six points clear of the relegation zone in the Women's Division 1. Haukar remain on 11 points, now just three points above the bottom two. Both teams are in a congested mid-to-lower table, but this result gives Grotta valuable breathing room.

Grotta will host Grindavik B next weekend, while Haukar travel to face a in-form Selfoss side as they look to halt their slide.