Hafnarfjordur Women Stun Stjarnan Gardabaer with Late Comeback

In a thrilling encounter in the Iceland Besta-deild kvenna, Hafnarfjordur Women pulled off a 2-1 away victory over Stjarnan Gardabaer Women on May 10, 2026. The hosts started brightly but were undone by a resilient second-half performance from the visitors.

Stjarnan began the match with great intensity, dominating the early exchanges. Their high press caused problems for the Hafnarfjordur defense, and they took a deserved lead midway through the first half. However, the visitors refused to fold and grew into the game as the minutes ticked by.

Key Turning Points

• Stjarnan's early lead: The home side capitalized on a defensive mix-up in the 28th minute. A looping cross was not cleared, and a Stjarnan forward poked the ball home from close range.
• Hafnarfjordur levels before halftime: Just before the break, the visitors struck back. A corner kick was only half-cleared, and the ball fell to a Hafnarfjordur midfielder, who volleyed powerfully into the top corner.
• Decisive second goal: The winner came in the 67th minute. A quick counter-attack caught Stjarnan out of shape, and the visitors’ striker finished clinically one-on-one with the keeper.

Tactical Shift

After conceding the early goal, Hafnarfjordur switched to a more aggressive 4-3-3 formation, pushing their full-backs higher. This change disrupted Stjarnan’s rhythm and allowed the visitors to dominate the midfield battle in the second half. Stjarnan, meanwhile, failed to adapt and looked increasingly frazzled.

What This Result Means

Hafnarfjordur Women’s comeback win lifts them into the upper echelons of the Besta-deild kvenna table, showcasing their fighting spirit. Stjarnan Gardabaer, who controlled large parts of the game, will rue missed chances and defensive lapses. The loss drops them to mid-table, but the season is still wide open.