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‘Reykjavik Fusion’s Unnur Birna Backman To Lead Glassriver Crime Thriller Series ‘Elma’
EXCLUSIVE: Unnur Birna Backman (Reykjavík Fusion, Black Sands) has landed the lead role in upcoming Icelandic crime thriller series Elma. She will play the title role in the Eva Björg Ægisdóttir book adaptation and be joined by Nikulás Hansen...

PLAYER RATINGS | Iceland 2-2 France: Jean-Philippe Mateta opens international account as Les Bleus lose first points towards World Cup qualification
1FIFA World Cup Qualifying, Matchday 4, 10/10/25 France have been held to an away draw in Iceland, thus delaying their qualification for the 2026 World Cup . Les Bleus trailed until Christopher Nkunku and Jean-Philippe Mateta scored back-to-back...

France held in Iceland as Germany and Belgium close on 2026 World Cup
Injury-hit France were held to a 2-2 draw by Iceland in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Monday, while Germany won in Northern Ireland with a Nick Woltemade goal and Belgium beat Wales to stand on the brink of a place at next year's finals. France,...

France, without Mbappe, failed to beat Iceland in World Cup qualifier
The French national football team tied 2-2 with Iceland in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match in Reykjavik, APA reports. Christopher Nkunku (63rd minute) and Jean-Philippe Mateta (68) scored for France. Viktor Paulsson (39) and Christian Hlinsson...

France held to draw by Iceland despite Mateta's first international goal
A flurry of goals in seven second-half minutes saw Iceland draw 2-2 against France in FIFA World Cup qualifying (WCQ), as Les Bleus retained their unbeaten record in 17 H2Hs against Strákarnir Okkar. Kylian Mbappé joined France’s long list of...

No Mbappe, no party as France flop in Iceland
Within three minutes, Christopher Nkunku had a glaring chance to give France the lead, as the ball fell to him at the back post, but his effort was well-saved. Iceland enjoyed a fine spell midway through the first half but Michael Olise caused...

France held by Iceland and loses perfect record in qualifying for World Cup
By Canadian Press on October 13, 2025. France missed a chance to secure a spot at the 2026 World Cup on Monday after being held to 2-2 at Iceland. The result in Reykjavik halted France’s perfect start in European qualifying after three straight...

FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers Group D LIVE Scores: Dominant Ukraine Lead; Iceland's Palsson Stuns France
France's Florian Thauvin crosses the ball past Iceland's Logi Tomasson during a World Cup 2026 group D qualifying soccer match between Iceland and France in Reykjavik, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. | Photo: AP/Brynjar Gunnarsson Welcome to the live...

End of an Era for Icelandair’s Famous Northern Lights Aircraft
The Hekla Aurora, one of Icelandair’s most recognisable aircraft, made its final flight yesterday, drawing aviation enthusiasts from around the world to Iceland to say farewell. The Boeing 757, painted a decade ago in a shimmering Northern Lights...

Farewell to ‘Hekla Aurora’: Icelandair retires B757 in Northern Lights livery
Icelandic flag carrier Icelandair has retired its Boeing 757-256 featuring a special Northern Lights livery after nearly 10 years in the skies. The Boeing 757-256, known as ‘Hekla Aurora’, completed its last flight on October 12, 2025, the airline...

How to watch Iceland vs France: Live streams as Les Bleus look to seal World Cup qualification
Watch Iceland vs France as the 2022 finalists look to seal their World Cup 2026 qualification, with all the details on TV and streaming information for viewers anywhere in the world. Iceland vs France: Key information ► Date: Monday 13 October...

France boss Deschamps hails 'workaholic' Maignan ahead of Iceland clash
France head coach Didier Deschamps saluted the resilience and dedication of goalkeeper Mike Maignan after anointing him as captain for the 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Iceland in Reykjavik. Maignan, 30, will lead the side out at...

'Magical' Iceland accommodation where you can sleep under Northern Lights on a budget
Iceland is one of the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights (stock image)(Image: Anton Petrus via Getty Images) There are a variety of travel destinations to suit different types of holidaymakers, including those wanting to relax on...

Elves Approve Road Construction Project In South Iceland
According to the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration (Vegagerðin), elves living in Efri-Laugardælaeyja have approved the construction of a bridge through the island. During preparation of bridge construction in the area, Vegagerðin received...

Why holidaymakers are turning their backs on Iceland as tourism plummets and budget airline goes bust
By MARTI STELLING, REPORTER Published: 07:42 EDT, 13 October 2025 | Updated: 07:42 EDT, 13 October 2025 With unique views of the Northern Lights, dramatic landscapes, black sand beaches and geothermal spas, Iceland is a nature lover's paradise....

Will Kylian Mbappe Play Tonight in Iceland vs France FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers Match? Here’s the Possibility of French Star Featuring in Starting XI
The France national football team had earned a convincing 3-0 victory over Azerbaijan in their last match. Star Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe drew the first blood in the fixture, netting a goal in 45+2 minutes. Adrien Rabiot in the 69th...

Where to watch Iceland vs. France: Key information for World Cup qualifier match
France will aim to make four out of four wins in Group D when they travel to Laugardsvollur to face Iceland in a FIFA World Cup qualifier on Monday. Iceland began their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign with an impressive 5-0 victory over...

Reykjavik Festival Highlights: Contemporary Filmmakers, Icelandic Cinema, Venice Imports and Swiss focus
A wealth of world cinema hit the screens during the 22nd Reykjavik International Film Festival (RIFF) which wrapped on October 5. Led by founder and director Hrönn Marinósdóttir and program director Fréderic Boyer, the 10-day event offered...

Reykjavík Uncovers Century-Old Fund to Support Live Music
A long-forgotten Reykjavík music fund, created more than a century ago, is finally being put to use after city staff uncovered millions of krónur sitting idle. According to a news report from RÚV, the money was found during a review of funds for...

Small Quakes in Iceland Hint at Growing Volcanic Pressure
A swarm of small earthquakes recorded near the Sundhnúkur crater in Iceland may signal a potential volcanic eruption in the coming weeks, RÚV reports. The activity, which occurred around 8 pm last night and lasted for about an hour, mirrors...