Ukraine secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Iceland in World Cup qualifying on 16 November, dominating a one-sided contest in UEFA Group D. The hosts controlled proceedings through their 4-1-4-1 setup, registering 13 shots with six on target and accumulating 1.65 expected goals, whilst Iceland's 4-4-2 formation proved unable to generate meaningful attacking threat. The visitors managed only ten shots, two of which tested the goalkeeper, and generated just 0.58 xG, reflecting their defensive posture throughout. Iceland's goalkeeper produced a flawless performance with a 100 per cent save rate, yet the underlying metrics underscore Ukraine's superiority—they created far more dangerous opportunities and converted their chances with clinical efficiency. Anthony Taylor oversaw proceedings without incident. Ukraine's victory extends their qualifying momentum in a fiercely competitive group.