Football Result
Bradley Barcola 62'
Verification of the Result Prediction
Power Comparison in the League
Game Stats
Team Formations
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
H2H Record before the game
France
Draws
Iceland
France defeated Iceland 2-1 in their FIFA World Cup Qualifying - UEFA match at the Parc des Princes. Iceland initially took the lead through Andri Gudjohnsen in the 21st minute. France responded with a penalty converted by Kylian Mbappe in the 45th minute, leveling the score. Bradley Barcola secured the victory for France with a goal in the 62nd minute. Aurelien Tchouameni received a red card in the 68th minute, reducing France to ten men.
France dominated possession with 62.8%, while Iceland held 37.2%. France registered 20 total shots, with 8 on target, compared to Iceland's 7 shots, only 2 of which were on target. The goalkeepers had differing workloads, with the Icelandic keeper making 6 saves compared to the French keeper's 1 save. France committed 12 fouls and received 3 yellow cards, while Iceland committed 13 fouls and received 2 yellow cards.
The AI prediction of a France win proved accurate, aligning with the actual result. The pre-game win probability for France was 66.6%, suggesting a strong likelihood of victory. The prediction of a balanced game was "no", indicating that France were clear favorites, which was also confirmed by the team rating rates (0.764 for France, 0.414 for Iceland).
France's recent form has been strong, with wins in their previous two World Cup Qualifying matches, mirroring their previous dominant performances in UEFA Nations League games earlier this year, except one game which Spain won in a 5-4 thriller. Iceland's form has been more inconsistent, with a recent win against Azerbaijan preceded by mixed results in friendlies and Nations League matches. Their recent results show a tendency to struggle against stronger opposition, with losses in multiple Nations League games.
Comparing this game to previous encounters, France has historically dominated Iceland, with several high-scoring victories in past matches. This game follows a similar pattern, with France controlling the game despite Iceland's early goal. Iceland's 5-3-2 formation aimed to contain France's attacking threats, but France's quality ultimately prevailed. France's win continues their positive momentum in the World Cup Qualifying campaign. The red card for Tchouameni might affect their midfield setup for the next game, requiring tactical adjustments.
On September 9th, 2025, France will face Iceland in a FIFA World Cup Qualifying - UEFA match at Parc des Princes. AI predicts a France victory with a 66.6% probability, dwarfing Iceland's 13.8%. The draw probability stands at 19.6%. France's recent form shows dominance, securing wins against Ukraine and Germany recently, though a high-scoring loss to Spain stings. Their key players, including the midfield maestro Antoine Griezmann and rising star striker, Kylian Mbappe Jr., are expected to lead the charge.
Iceland, despite a recent win against Azerbaijan, have struggled, losing to Northern Ireland and Kosovo. Their team, while spirited, lacks the firepower to consistently challenge top-tier opponents. France, with a significantly higher team rate (0.764) compared to Iceland (0.414), appear to be the clear favorites. Historical data also favors France, having won most of their recent encounters. Will the AI's prediction hold true, or can Iceland pull off a major upset in Paris? Football fans eagerly await to witness this clash of titans.