EB/Streymur hold off B36 Torshavn for 2-1 home win

EB/Streymur claimed a valuable 2-1 victory over B36 Torshavn in the Faroe Islands Premier League on Sunday, 13 September 2026. At Við Margáir, the home side produced a disciplined and energetic display to take all three points against one of the league’s traditionally stronger clubs.

B36 enjoyed more possession for long spells, but EB/Streymur were dangerous on the counter and deadly from set pieces. Two well-worked goals proved enough to secure the win, despite a nervous finish after B36 pulled one back.

Match overview

EB/Streymur took the lead in the 27th minute when Jákup Johansen rose above his marker to head home a corner. The home side doubled their advantage in the 61st minute through Rógvi Holm, who finished calmly after a quick break down the right. B36 responded well and pulled a goal back in the 74th minute when Jóannes Bjartalíð converted from close range.

The final 15 minutes were tense, with B36 pushing numbers forward in search of an equaliser. EB/Streymur defended their box with determination, clearing several crosses and blocking shots. The home goalkeeper made one outstanding save in stoppage time to preserve the 2-1 win.

Key moments

• 27’ – Goal, EB/Streymur: Jákup Johansen headed in from a corner.
• 61’ – Goal, EB/Streymur: Rógvi Holm finished a fast counter-attack.
• 74’ – Goal, B36: Jóannes Bjartalíð pulled one back for the visitors.

Tactical story

EB/Streymur set up in a compact 4-4-2, looking to deny space in central areas and force B36 wide. The plan worked for long periods, as B36’s midfield struggled to find pockets between the lines. When EB/Streymur won the ball, they moved it forward quickly, targeting the channels behind B36’s advanced full-backs.

B36 dominated the ball but lacked a cutting edge until late on. Their goal came from a rare moment of penalty-box chaos, and it gave them belief. However, EB/Streymur’s defenders held their shape, and the goalkeeper commanded his area well under pressure. The home side’s set-piece threat was the difference between the teams.

Standout players

Jákup Johansen was excellent at both ends, scoring the opener and defending robustly from set pieces. Rógvi Holm’s pace on the break caused B36 problems all evening, and his goal was well taken. The EB/Streymur goalkeeper deserves credit for a late save that secured the points. For B36, Jóannes Bjartalíð was the most dangerous attacker and took his goal confidently.

Season impact

This win lifts EB/Streymur up the Faroe Islands Premier League table and gives them confidence for the weeks ahead. B36 Torshavn miss a chance to close the gap on the teams above them, and their inability to turn possession into clear chances will be a concern. EB/Streymur’s home form is becoming a key strength, and this result will be seen as one of their best of the campaign.