Ireland vs Portugal. Match Prediction and Betting Tips

On November 13, the Republic of Ireland and Portugal will face off in a World Cup qualifying group stage match. The match will be played at the Aviva Arena in Dublin.

• Expert Predictions Analysis
• Ireland vs Portugal facts
• Odds
• Game Totals Prediction

Our Expert Predictions & Analysis on Ireland vs Portugal

Ireland

The Green Army has been showing inconsistent results in 2025. They've played eight matches, winning three, drawing three, and losing two. In their final qualifying match, Heimir Hallgrimsson's men improved their standing, beating Armenia 1-0 at home. Evan Ferguson was the hero of the match. The Irish national team is third in Group F, with four points from four matches and a 4-5 goal difference. The "boys in green" have been performing well at home, having gone five matches without a defeat.

Portugal

Roberto Martinez's men are playing well, currently on a seven-match unbeaten streak. In the final qualifying round, the "chosen ones" suffered a setback, drawing 2-2 with Hungary at home. Ronaldo scored twice for Portugal. Portugal is first in the group table with 10 points after four matches, with a goal difference of 11-4. 40-year-old Ronaldo leads the scoring race for the national team, with five goals. The "chosen ones" have played four away matches in 2025, winning three and losing one.

Ireland vs Portugal facts

• Ireland are unbeaten at home in five matches;
• Portugal are unbeaten in 7 matches;
• Over 2.5 goals have been scored in 6 of Portugal's last 7 matches;
• Portugal are unbeaten against Ireland in 5 matches.

Odds from download 1xbet

Experts are confident of a victory for the visitors. The odds for an Irish victory are set at 8.23. A draw is available at 5.00. A Portugal victory is priced at 1.35. Bookmakers are expecting a high-scoring performance from both teams. 1xbet offers bets on "Total Under 2.5" at 2.15, and "Total Over 2.5" at 1.66. Install the 1xbet app and place a bet on the favorite!

Game Totals Prediction

The Irish national team still has a chance to qualify for the World Cup, but their chances are more theoretical than practical. Portugal is confidently advancing, and in their next game they should officially secure their group stage win, and with it, a spot at the 2026 World Cup. The visiting team boasts a significantly higher level of players and teams: Portugal should win with a handicap of (-1) 1.51 .