Top 10 Soccer Leagues with the Highest Rate of Over 0.5 Goals for August 2026
Best 10 Soccer Leagues with the Highest Rate of Over 0.5 Goals for August 2026
During August 2026, football matches have delivered some exciting trends, and one standout stat is ‘Over 0.5 goals in the first half’. This means at least one goal was scored in the first half of a match, making games more dynamic and competitive. In this post, we’ll rank the top 10 leagues with the highest Over 0.5 goals (1st Half) percentage for August 2026. Let’s explore where the early action is heating up on the field!
The top league this month for Over 0.5 goals in the first half is 
Úrvalsdeild, with an impressive 89% of matches featuring at least one goal in the first half. With 28 games played, this league has been packed with early action, making it one of the most exciting to watch!
Coming in second place for Over 0.5 goals in the first half is 1. Deild, with 87% of its matches featuring at least one goal before halftime. With 32 games played, this league is proving to be full of fast starts and exciting first-half action!
| League | Total Matches | Over 0.5 Matches | Over 0.5 Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Úrvalsdeild | 28 | 25 | 89% |
| 1. Deild | 32 | 28 | 87% |
 Eliteserien | 28 | 24 | 85% |
 Ykkönen – 2024 | 32 | 27 | 84% |
 Primera División | 37 | 29 | 78% |
 Major League Soccer | 75 | 58 | 77% |
| Veikkausliiga | 24 | 18 | 75% |
 Premier League | 52 | 39 | 75% |
| 1. Division | 40 | 30 | 75% |
 Superettan | 37 | 28 | 75% |
