Portugal vs Rep. Ireland Predictions

Portugal vs Rep. Ireland is scheduled for kick off on 11 October, at 18:45. The game is set to take place at Estádio José Alvalade, with Ivan Kruzliak officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Portugal currently holding the 1st position in the table 3 points ahead of Rep. Ireland. Portugal have won 1 UEFA World Cup Qualifiers match against Rep. Ireland out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent victory against Armenia, Portugal is determined to keep their momentum going. Portugal have won 2 of their last 3 UEFA World Cup Qualifiers matches at Estádio José Alvalade. Rep. Ireland's away record stands at 1 victory from 4 games. Following their 6-5 loss to Czechia, Rep. Ireland is determined to bounce back with a win against Portugal.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Portugal have scored over 1.5 goals in 83% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 67% of games. Their total stands at 20 goals and 50 shots on target this UEFA World Cup Qualifiers season. Meanwhile, Rep. Ireland have scored 9 goals with 30 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 71% of matches but conceded in 71% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Portugal scored 1 goal while Rep. Ireland scored 2 goals. Their last match on 13 November 2025 ended in 2-0 to Rep. Ireland.