Estadio Jose Alvalade will host a highly-anticipated World Cup qualifier between Portugal and Republic of Ireland. A Selecao aim to keep their 100% record in Group F intact and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play against Ireland. Tottenham midfielder Joao Palhinha is pushing for a start after coming as a substitute in a 3-2 win over Hungary, while all Nelson Semedo, Matheus Nunes, and Rafael Leao are back to the squad. As always, veteran Cristiano Ronaldo will lead the line for the hosts.
The Boys in Green, on the other hand, failed to impress in a shocking 2-1 loss to Armenia and given Portugal’s perfect start, we predict that the visitors will return home empty-handed. Experienced right-back Seamus Coleman is back to contention, while fellow defender Matt Doherty has been ruled out with injury. Hull City man John Egan has been recalled as well.
This World Cup 2026 match will be played on Saturday 11 October 2025 at 19:45.
What is our Portugal vs Ireland prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Portugal 3 - 0 Ireland
Portugal vs Ireland Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 3-0
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): No
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 7.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
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View OfferPortugal Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwdww | 2.60 |
| Home | wd | 2.00 |
| Away | www | 3.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 80% | 50% | 100% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 4.80 | 5.50 | 4.33 |
| Scored | 3.40 | 3.50 | 3.33 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 2.00 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 80% | 100% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.98 | 1.62 | 2.22 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.16 | 1.64 | 0.84 |
Ireland Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wdddl | 1.20 |
| Home | wdd | 1.67 |
| Away | dl | 0.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.40 | 3.00 | 1.50 |
| Scored | 1.20 | 1.67 | 0.50 |
| Conceded | 1.20 | 1.33 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 80% | 100% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 0% | 50% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 0% | 50% |
| Expected Goals | 1.41 | 1.72 | 0.93 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.25 | 1.09 | 1.48 |
Portugal vs Ireland Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Portugal (67%)
3 Matches
Ireland (0%)
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