Hungary vs Iceland predictions, Jan 20, 2026

Jan 19, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Handball European Championship, on Tuesday,

Hungary

Iceland

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Hungary will face off against Iceland in a highly anticipated handball match at the Handball European Championship on January 20, 2026. With Hungary playing at home, they will aim to capitalize on their recent impressive form, having won all three of their last matches. On the other hand, Iceland has also been showing great strength on the court, winning their last two games.

Looking at the bookmakers’ odds, Iceland is favored to win with a 1.38 odds, while Hungary stands at 4.35. This indicates that Iceland is seen as the stronger team coming into this match.

With both teams in good form and playing at a high level, we can expect an intense and competitive game. Hungary will likely rely on their home advantage and tactical strengths to challenge Iceland’s game plan. However, Iceland’s recent performances suggest they have what it takes to come out on top.

In conclusion, this match is set to be a thrilling encounter between two skilled handball teams. It could go either way, making it a must-watch for all handball fans.

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Hungary
22.9%		 Draw
9.6%		 Iceland
67.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 28:31

Outrights of Handball European Championship Iceland: 4.93% Hungary: 0.69%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 3.65 10 1.37
MarathonBet 3.81 9.9 1.39
WilliamHill 4 9.5 1.36
Pinnacle 4.35 8.69 1.38
Best for US Customers 4.2 10 1.36

Latest Results

18.01.26 Italy handball – Hungary handball – 26:32
16.01.26 Hungary handball – Poland handball – 29:21
09.01.26 Hungary handball – Romania handball – 33:23
01.11.25 Austria handball – Hungary handball – 27:31
11.05.25 Hungary handball – Finland handball – 37:24		 18.01.26 Poland handball – Iceland handball – 23:31
16.01.26 Iceland handball – Italy handball – 39:26
02.11.25 Germany handball – Iceland handball – 29:31
11.05.25 Iceland handball – Georgia handball – 33:21
07.05.25 Bosnia and Herzegovina handball – Iceland handball – 25:34

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Hungary won 4.
  • Iceland may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Iceland is the team to beat.
  • In the last 7 head-to-head matches, Hungary won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 201:183. (average 28.7:26.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    16.01.24 Iceland handball – Hungary handball – 25:33
    14.01.23 Iceland handball – Hungary handball – 28:30
    18.01.22 Iceland handball – Hungary handball – 31:30
    15.01.20 Iceland handball – Hungary handball – 18:24
    06.01.17 Iceland handball – Hungary handball – 27:30

    Standings

    Final tournament

    Group A

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Spain 2 2 0 0 59:52 4
    2 Serbia 2 1 0 1 57:56 2
    3 Germany 2 1 0 1 57:57 2
    4 Austria 2 0 0 2 52:60 0

    Group B

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Denmark ✔ 2 2 0 0 75:48 4
    2 Portugal 2 1 1 0 69:63 3
    3 North Macedonia 2 0 1 1 53:65 1
    4 Romania 2 0 0 2 58:79 0

    Group C

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 France ✔ 2 2 0 0 88:54 4
    2 Norway ✔ 2 2 0 0 68:47 4
    3 Czech Republic 2 0 0 2 53:71 0
    4 Ukraine 2 0 0 2 48:85 0

    Group D

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Slovenia 2 2 0 0 79:75 4
    2 Faroe Islands 2 1 1 0 65:52 3
    3 Switzerland 2 0 1 1 63:66 1
    4 Montenegro 2 0 0 2 64:78 0

    Group E

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Sweden 1 1 0 0 36:31 2
    2 Croatia 1 1 0 0 32:29 2
    3 Georgia 1 0 0 1 29:32 0
    4 Netherlands 1 0 0 1 31:36 0

    Group F

    Pl W D L Pts
    1 Iceland 2 2 0 0 70:49 4
    2 Hungary 2 2 0 0 61:47 4
    3 Poland 2 0 0 2 44:60 0
    4 Italy 2 0 0 2 52:71 0

    Handball European Championship Outrights

    1. Denmark: 1.33 (51.86%)

    2. Sweden: 7 (9.85%)

    3. France: 8 (8.62%)

    4. France W: 8 (8.62%)

    5. Iceland: 14 (4.93%)

    6. Norway: 23 (3%)

    7. Germany: 36 (1.92%)

    8. Croatia: 80 (0.86%)

    9. Faroe Islands: 100 (0.69%)

    10. Slovenia: 100 (0.69%)

    11. Netherlands: 100 (0.69%)

    12. North Macedonia: 100 (0.69%)

    13. Hungary: 100 (0.69%)

    14. Serbia: 100 (0.69%)

    15. Montenegro: 100 (0.69%)

    16. Spain: 100 (0.69%)

    17. Portugal: 100 (0.69%)

    18. Georgia: 100 (0.69%)

    19. Italy: 100 (0.69%)

    20. Switzerland: 100 (0.69%)

    21. Austria: 100 (0.69%)

    22. Poland: 100 (0.69%)

    23. Romania: 100 (0.69%)

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