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Northern Ireland vs Iceland

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Friendly International 2025 Windsor Park
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AI Match Summary

Northern Ireland play Iceland in the Friendly International 2025. It looks like a close match. Recently, Northern Ireland averaged 1.23 goals scored and 1.3 conceded. Iceland averaged 1.53 goals scored and 1.83 conceded. In past meetings, Northern Ireland won 2, Iceland won 3, and they drew 0. Their last match on Jun 10, 2025 ended 1:0. Our numbers estimate xG of 1.44 for Northern Ireland and 1.44 for Iceland. This points to a Northern Ireland double chance or over markets.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

46%
Northern Ireland
15%
Draws
39%
Iceland
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Northern Ireland

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

72% / Medium Confidence
  • Northern Ireland picked up more points recently compared to Iceland.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.44 vs 1.44 xG).
  • Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the home side.
  • Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 75%
Over 2.5 Goals 51%
Over 3.5 Goals 31%
Over 4.5 Goals 15%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 42%
Northern Ireland Clean Sheet 16%
Iceland Clean Sheet 10%
First Half Goal 68%
Second Half Goal 71%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Northern Ireland Iceland
Matches Played 30 30
Wins 12 10
Draws 5 4
Losses 13 16
Goals Scored 1.23 1.53
Goals Conceded 1.3 1.83
Expected Goals (xG) 0.75 1.88
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.00 2.13

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Jun 10, 2025 Friendly International
Northern Ireland vs Iceland
1:0
Sep 12, 2007 Euro
Iceland vs Northern Ireland
2:1
Sep 2, 2006 Euro
Northern Ireland vs Iceland
0:3
Sep 5, 2001 World Championship
Northern Ireland vs Iceland
3:0
Oct 11, 2000 World Championship
Iceland vs Northern Ireland
1:0

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Northern Ireland Compare

Top Goalscorer Price I.
1 Goals
Avg xG / game 0.58
Avg xA / game 0.38

Iceland Compare

Avg xG / game 1.71
Avg xA / game 1.04

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Northern Ireland 45 / 100
Iceland 37 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Northern Ireland Iceland

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Double Chance: Northern Ireland or Draw (1X)
Secondary Pick Under 3.5 Goals
First Half Result Home Win (HT)
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +21%
2.63
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +13.2%
2.22
*EV represents Expected Value. A positive value edge means the bookmaker has priced the selection significantly below its true statistical likelihood.

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

Northern Ireland attacking → ← attacking Iceland

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Northern Ireland scored in 73% of their last 30 games.

Iceland let in goals in 73% of their last 30 matches.

Games between these two average 2.20 goals.

Northern Ireland went unbeaten in 3 of their last 5 games.

Iceland lost 3 of their last 5 games.

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

41 Points in last 5 34
0.75 Goals expected (xG) 1.88
1.00 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 2.13