Northern Ireland and Slovakia face each other on Friday 10.10.2025, at 19:45 (UK Time), in a World Cup Qualifiers Europe 2026 match. The game will take place at Northern Ireland's home ground, the .

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Northern Ireland and Slovakia, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.

APWin predictions for Northern Ireland vs Slovakia

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

Under 2.5 Goals

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👉 Our prediction is: Slovakia win or draw

Slovakia has been a thorn in the side of many teams of late, and even away from home, they are quite a dangerous opponent for anyone. So as they travel to face Northern Ireland, our betting tip is Slovakia win or draw on the Double Chance market, which means they can either win or draw for the bet to win.

It would honestly not be that big of a surprise if Slovakia emerged victorious against Northern Ireland given the quality they've shown, but claiming a point is a much more realistic goal.

👉 Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match

It's hard to see too many goals in this match between Northern Ireland and Slovakia given their lack of goalscoring ability.

That is why we project the total to go under 2.5 goals. So if 2 or fewer goals are scored, the bet wins.

Northern Ireland preview

Northern Ireland heads into the match with the following record in the World Cup Qualifiers Europe: in 2 matches, Northern Ireland secured 1 victories, 0 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 1.5 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Northern Ireland's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 1 victories so far.

Northern Ireland has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 4 goals, of which 4 were scored in the World Cup Qualifiers Europe, resulting in an average of 2 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Jamie Reid, who has found the back of the net 1 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Bailey Peacock-Farrell has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 0 assists.

On the defensive side, Northern Ireland has conceded 4 goals in the World Cup Qualifiers Europe (an average of 2 per game) and 4 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 2 per match in the 2026 campaign.

Slovakia preview

Slovakia comes into the game with 2 matches played so far in the World Cup Qualifiers Europe. They have secured 2 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 3 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 2 wins, 0 draws, and 0 losses.

Slovakia's attack has been highly effective, scoring 3 goals during this period. Of that total, 3 were netted in the World Cup Qualifiers Europe, with an average of 1.5 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.5.

Slovakia's offensive system is led by Dávid Strelec, the team's top scorer this season. The slovak forward has found the back of the net 1 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Norbert Gyömbér. The defender has contributed with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 0 goals with an average of 0 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 0 goals in 2 matches, averaging 0 per match.

Head to head: Northern Ireland vs Slovakia

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

Northern Ireland Team Logo

Northern Ireland

International - WC Qualification Europe

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L W

1.5

Home

0

Away L W

1.5

Away Team

Slovakia Team Logo

Slovakia

International - WC Qualification Europe

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W

3

Home W

3

Away W

3

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