ÍBV Vestmannaeyjar and Selfoss played out a 30:27 result in the opening round of the Olísdeildin on September 10th. The hosts took the points, though the standings table shows both sides with one game played, one draw each, and zero points between them.
Both teams arrived with losses in their previous fixtures. ÍBV had fallen 29:38 to Haukar on September 6th, while Selfoss went down 30:34 against Valur three days earlier. To be fair, neither side was in a position to take risks, and the cautious approach showed in the final tally.
The scoreline suggests a match where both sides found the net regularly but the defensive structure held firm when it mattered. By then, with both teams still searching for their first win, the draw suited the situation. Three goals separated the teams, which is not much for handball.
Looking at the standings, both sides sit outside the top eight after their opening round. ÍBV occupy 11th place, Selfoss 9th. The gap between them is minimal, and the points total remains identical. They are still looking for a breakthrough.
The recent form does not offer much encouragement for either club. ÍBV have lost four of their last five competitive games, while Selfoss have dropped three of their past five. A draw at least halts the slide, even if it does not build momentum.