Stjarnan Gardabaer Women Edge Thor KA Akureyri Women in Five-Goal Thriller

In an action-packed encounter in the Icelandic Besta-deild kvenna on July 15, 2026, Stjarnan Gardabaer Women defeated Thor KA Akureyri Women 3-2 at home. The result keeps Stjarnan in the title race while Thor KA remain in mid-table.

Match Flow

The match started at a frantic pace. Stjarnan took the lead in the 12th minute through striker Hanna Björk Kristjánsdóttir, who rifled in from an acute angle. Thor KA responded quickly, equalizing in the 22nd minute via a powerful header from midfielder Elín Rún Jónsdóttir.

Stjarnan regained the lead before halftime: a swift counter-attack finished by winger Katrín María Sigurðardóttir made it 2-1 in the 41st minute.

Second Half Drama

Thor KA came out strong after the interval and leveled again in the 57th minute. A defensive mix-up allowed Þórhildur Ásgeirsdóttir to poke home from close range. However, Stjarnan showed resilience and found the winner in the 78th minute: substitute Sóley Dögg Arnarsdóttir volleyed home a corner to make it 3-2.

Thor KA pushed for an equalizer in the final ten minutes but Stjarnan's defense held firm, with goalkeeper Birna Ósk Jónsdóttir making two critical saves.

Key Performances

• Hanna Björk Kristjánsdóttir (Stjarnan): A goal and an assist, constantly dangerous.
• Elín Rún Jónsdóttir (Thor KA): Dominated midfield and scored the first equalizer.
• Sóley Dögg Arnarsdóttir (Stjarnan): Came off the bench to score the winner.

Standings Impact

Stjarnan's victory moves them to 2nd in the Besta-deild kvenna, three points behind leaders Valur with a game in hand. Thor KA stay in 7th place, but their attacking display suggested they are capable of climbing higher.

The result sets up a fascinating second half of the season in the Icelandic women's top flight.