World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Iceland vs France

Iceland host France in this World Cup qualifying encounter at Laugardalsvoellur, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Monday 13 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

We’re Backing Iceland to Cover the Line

The Asian Handicap play could be Iceland +2 and that means a return at odds of -110 if they avoid a two-goal defeat. Losing by two goals against France means that we get our stake refunded.

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Teams’ Last H2H Saw 2-1 France Win

Iceland were defeated last time out. Laugardalsvoellur saw them beaten at home to Ukraine by a 5-3 scoreline in the World Cup qualifier. Iceland had four shots on target and boasted 62% possession, with Albert Gudmundsson bagging two goals and Mikael Egill Ellertsson scoring the other.

France claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 3-0 World Cup qualifying win occurred against Azerbaijan at Parc des Princes. Didier Deschamps' side boasted a mind-boggling 77% of possession and had nine shots on goal, with Kylian Mbappe, Adrien Rabiot and Florian Thauvin all on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was France who came out on top when they last played Iceland. At Parc des Princes, a 2-1 home win was recorded. In the past 3 H2H meetings, France have won every time.

Europe World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	France	3	3	0	0	7	1	6	7:1	9
3	Iceland	3	1	0	2	9	7	2	9:7	3

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Iceland – Last 10 Competitive Games

Iceland have 2 wins, 7 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.9 goals from 10.4 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal. Arnar Gunnlaugsson's team have averaged 48.6% possession and 3.2 corners per game, conceding 2.5 goals and 4.2 corners from 14.3 attempts and 6.8 shots on goal.

Top goalscorer Orri Oskarsson has found the net 4 times, with Albert Gudmundsson, Andri Gudjohnsen and Isak Bergmann Johannesson scoring 3 each. Isak Bergmann Johannesson, Hakon Arnar Haraldsson and Andri Gudjohnsen are tied for the most assists on 2, with goalie Hakon Rafn Valdimarsson managing one clean sheet.

France – Last 10 Competitive Games

France have 7 victories, 2 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 2.5 goals from 7.0 shots on goal and 19.5 attempts. There’s been an average of 57.2% possession, 596.4 passes, 6.9 corners awarded and 3.4 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.4 goals from 3.4 shots on goal and 9.4 attempts.

Kylian Mbappe has top scored with 5, while Adrien Rabiot, Michael Olise and Randal Kolo Muani are next on 3. Kylian Mbappe has had 4 assists, with Mike Maignan notching 4 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.

Iceland vs France Prediction & Betting Tips

Make the most of Iceland vs France with our betting analysis that includes an expert match prediction, expected scoreline, corners advice, key player props and a value-focused bet builder.

Match Prediction

It makes sense to go for Iceland +2 on the Asian Handicap. We’re expecting a solid showing when it comes to this World Cup qualifying clash and betting odds of -110 make plenty of appeal.

The World Cup qualifying experts at Sportsgambler.com have a strong handle when it comes to injuries and suspensions. The recent form also helps to shape our football predictions, with this being cross-referenced with the latest numbers.

Key Iceland vs France stats:

The +2 line has been covered by Iceland in 14 of their last 19 games at home.
The +2 line has been covered by Iceland in 7 of their last 10 games at home.
The -2 line hasn’t been covered by France in any of their last 5 games on the road.
The -2 line hasn’t been covered by France in 9 of their last 10 games.
The +2 line has been covered by Iceland in 2 consecutive games against France.

Iceland +2 Probability

According to the best betting sites, our pick has a 52.4% chance of landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Published 21:08, 11 October 2025

Correct Score Prediction

Iceland

0 - 1 France logo

France

We’re taking a correct score bet which involves France to win 1-0. The odds of +750 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Albert Gudmundsson Over 0.5 Shots On Target +205

Albert Gudmundsson (Iceland) has recorded at least one shot on goal in back-to-back games. We think that some value can be landed by wagering on Shots on Target and you can secure +205 that he goes over the line.

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Hugo Ekitike To Score +114

Hugo Ekitike (France) can be wagered to be among the goals at +114. We think there’s value in backing him for an Anytime Goalscorer prop bet which will hopefully see him find the net.

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Corners Prediction

France Under 6.5 Corners -103

France have had under 6.5 corners in three straight away games, with Iceland conceding less than 6.5 corners in their past nine home games. We think that France will come up short and this Team Corners bet can be backed at -103.

Competitive Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Iceland

Total

7.40 3.20 4.20

Home

8.80 4.80 4.00

Away

9.20 2.70 6.50

France

Total

10.30 6.90 3.40

Home

9.40 7.30 2.10

Away

10.70 5.70 5.00

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Iceland +2 -110

Both Team To Score No -147

Team Corners France Under 6.5 -103

Check out our bet builder which has the following: Iceland on the Asian Handicap at +2, one or both teams not scoring along with France Under 6.5 corners.

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Iceland vs France Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Have France as Heavy Favourites

The bookmakers take few chances with their latest odds of -588 for France winning which suggests that they have a 85% chance in this World Cup qualifying encounter. At +1400, Iceland are regarded as having a far lower probability of winning.

There’s a nice alternative in the form of the Half-Time Result market. This allows you to back France at -189 to lead at the break or alternatively opt for Iceland at +850. The draw is the third option at +215.

If you’re looking to bet on more than two goals, then Over 2.5 has the lowest price. For those wanting to back Both Teams to Score No, this is currently priced at -147.

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Asian Handicap

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Both Teams to Score

Kylian Mbappé Top of First Goalscorer List

You will find Kylian Mbappé at +250 to be First Goalscorer which makes him the favourite. There’s the chance to get -139 that he finds the net at anytime.

Player Goals

Kylian Mbappé (France)

Jean-Philippe Mateta (France)

Hugo Ekitike (France)

Christopher Nkunku (France)

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Player Shots On Target

Michael Olise (France)

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Florian Thauvin (France)

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Player Shots

Kylian Mbappé (France)

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Team Stats

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Iceland Stats

France Stats

Full-Time Result

2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 1.90 goals scored and 2.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
An average of 4.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 3.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 9 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 2.50 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.30 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 3.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

An average of 3.20 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.80 corners awarded and 4.00 corners against in the last 10 home matches
An average of 7.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 8.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

An average of 6.90 corners awarded and 3.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 5.70 corners awarded and 5.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

An average of 48.60% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 50.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

An average of 57.20% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 50.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches

Iceland vs France Lineups & Team News

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