Panama Papers Political Crisis
Large demonstrations follow publication of the Panama Papers, which disclose offshore financial interests linked to Prime Minister Gunnlaugsson and his family.
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2016 in Iceland
Explore 21 historical events and records for Iceland in 2016.
Historical records for Iceland in 2016
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April
Resignation Announced after Panama Papers
Gunnlaugsson announces that he will step aside as prime minister after the Panama Papers disclosures trigger intense political pressure.
Sigmundur David Gunnlaugsson Government
The Sigmundur David Gunnlaugsson Government ends, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Iceland.
Sigurdur Ingi Johannsson Government
Begins the Sigurdur Ingi Johannsson Government and serves as Prime Minister of Iceland.
October
Parliamentary Election of 2016
Iceland holds an early parliamentary election after the Panama Papers crisis reshapes party support and destabilizes the previous coalition.
Other events (month unknown)
Captain Leads Iceland Past England
Aron Gunnarsson anchors Iceland's midfield and supplies trademark long throws as the team defeat England and advance to an unexpected European quarter-final.
Central Defence Against England
Kári Árnason helps Iceland withstand England's late pressure in Nice, organising the back line during a 2–1 victory that surprises European football.
Creative Hub of Tournament Breakthrough
Gylfi Sigurðsson dictates much of Iceland's attacking play through dead balls and accurate passing as the debutants reach the Euro 2016 quarter-finals.
Delivery in Historic Knockout Run
Jóhann Berg Guðmundsson supplies width and crosses as Iceland navigate a difficult group and reach the quarter-finals at their maiden Euro finals.
Forward Provides Cover During Iceland Euro Breakthrough
Alfreð Finnbogason features in Iceland's forward group during the Euro 2016 campaign, providing an alternative goalscoring presence as the team progress unbeaten from the group.
Goal Against Austria in Group Decider
Jón Daði Böðvarsson scores Iceland's opening goal against Austria in a 2–1 victory that secures progression to the European Championship knockout rounds.
Goalkeeping in Portugal Opener
Hannes Þór Halldórsson makes important saves against Portugal as Iceland hold the eventual champions to a draw in their first European Championship match.
Iceland's First European Finals Goal
Birkir Bjarnason scores Iceland's equaliser against Portugal at Euro 2016, earning a 1–1 draw in the country's first European Championship finals match.
Left-Side Cover in Euro Debut
Ari Freyr Skúlason plays an important part on Iceland's left flank as a compact team frustrates more experienced European rivals.
National Squad Goalkeeper at Euro 2016
Ingvar Jón Jónsson serves as another goalkeeping option during Iceland's first European Championship finals, part of the group that defeats England.
Rapid Equaliser Against England
Ragnar Sigurðsson finishes a rehearsed long-throw move to equalise against England, changing the momentum of Iceland's historic Euro 2016 knockout victory.
Reserve Defender at European Breakthrough
Sverrir Ingi Ingason travels with Iceland's Euro 2016 squad as defensive cover while the team stages a historic run to the quarter-finals.
Right-Back Discipline in Quarter-Final Run
Birkir Már Sævarsson provides dependable defending on Iceland's right flank as the team outperforms expectations at Euro 2016.
Stoppage-Time Winner Against Austria
Arnór Ingvi Traustason scores deep into added time to beat Austria 2–1, prompting unforgettable celebrations from the Icelandic supporters.
Veteran Midfield Support at Euro Finals
Emil Hallfreðsson brings experience from Italian football to Iceland's midfield as the squad reaches the last eight of Euro 2016.
Winning Goal Eliminates England
Kolbeinn Sigþórsson beats Joe Hart with a low effort as Iceland overturn an early deficit to defeat England 2–1 in the Euro 2016 round of sixteen.
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