Expect a thrilling atmosphere at Aviva Stadium when Republic of Ireland and Portugal lock horns in a highly-anticipated World Cup qualifier. The Boys in Green aim to build on a hard-fought 1-0 win over Armenia and, one thing is for sure, Heimir Hallgrimsson’s troops will leave their hearts on the field. New York City defender Kevin O’Toole has received his first Ireland senior call-up, while both Jayson Molumby and Ryan Manning are banned for Thursday’s clash.
A Selecao, on the other hand, are eager to clinch their spot at the 2026 World Cup finals with a win over Ireland. Given aforementioned absentees in the home team, we predict that Cristiano Ronaldo and Co. are going to pick up all three points from the match. Carlos Forbs is expected to make his Portugal debut against Ireland after scoring a brace in Club Brugge’s Champions League draw with Barcelona. Al Hilal right-back Joao Cancelo is back to the squad after overcome his injury.
This World Cup 2026 match will be played on Thursday 13 November 2025 at 19:45.
What is our Ireland vs Portugal prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Ireland 1 - 3 Portugal
Ireland vs Portugal Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-3
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 7.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
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View OfferIreland Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ddllw | 1.00 |
| Home | dw | 2.00 |
| Away | dll | 0.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 50% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 1.80 | 2.50 | 1.33 |
| Scored | 0.80 | 1.50 | 0.33 |
| Conceded | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 0% | 67% |
| Expected Goals | 1.34 | 2.30 | 0.71 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.55 | 0.80 | 2.04 |
Portugal Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dwwwd | 2.20 |
| Home | dwd | 1.67 |
| Away | ww | 3.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 33% | 100% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.80 | 3.00 | 5.00 |
| Scored | 2.60 | 1.67 | 4.00 |
| Conceded | 1.20 | 1.33 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 60% | 67% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 33% | 50% |
| Failed to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 2.23 | 2.13 | 2.40 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.04 | 1.29 | 0.68 |
Ireland vs Portugal Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Ireland (0%)
4 Matches
Portugal (75%)
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