Iceland
About Besta deild karla
Besta deild karla is a Football tournament in Iceland, a part of the Iceland Football league system. Besta deild karla with 12 clubs (or Football teams) competing each season, running from .
The Besta deild karla 2026 season is live and ongoing, with the kick-off match played on . Currently, Víkingur Reykjavík are the defending champions, followed closely by KR Reykjavík and then Fram Reykjavík. Player Óskar Borgthórsson was the Golden Boot winner in season 2026 with a total of 8 goals, while Player Gylfi Sigurðsson holds the all-time Besta deild karla top scorer record.
Competition format and league structure: 12 teams, 22 rounds.
Average goals per match (scoring rate): 4.01
Record holder for the highest points in league history: Víkingur Reykjavík
Best goalkeeper: Árni Snær Ólafsson
Players with the most red cards in league history: Alex Þór Hauksson (2), Axel Óskar Andrésson (1), Sigurvin Reynisson (1), Ísak Óli Ólafsson (1), Gylfi Sigurðsson (1)
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Besta deild karla FAQs
1. Which team won the first Besta deild karla title and in what year?
The first Besta deild karla title was won by KR Reykjavík in season .
2. Which club has won the most Besta deild karla championships?
KR Reykjavík holds the record for most Besta deild karla championships, with 27 titles to date.
3. What are the key upcoming Besta deild karla matches?
Upcoming Besta deild karla highlights include Fram Reykjavík vs FH Hafnarfjörður, expected to be a thrilling clash.
4. Which team has the most fans in the Besta deild karla?
Víkingur Reykjavík is currently recognized as the club with the most fans in the Besta deild karla.