Ireland and Portugal face each other on Thursday 11.13.2025, at 20:45 (UK Time), in a World Cup Qualifiers Europe 2026 match. The game will take place at Ireland's home ground, the Aviva Stadium.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Ireland and Portugal, 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 Ireland vs Portugal
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Over 2.5 Goals
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Ireland preview
Ireland heads into the match with the following record in the World Cup Qualifiers Europe: in 4 matches, Ireland secured 1 victories, 1 draws, and 2 losses, maintaining an average of 1 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Ireland's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 1 victories so far.
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 1 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Evan Ferguson, who has found the back of the net 3 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Ryan Manning has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 1 assists.
On the defensive side, Ireland has conceded 5 goals in the World Cup Qualifiers Europe (an average of 1.25 per game) and 5 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.25 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Portugal preview
Portugal comes into the game with 4 matches played so far in the World Cup Qualifiers Europe. They have secured 3 victories, 1 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 2.5 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 3 wins, 1 draws, and 0 losses.
Portugal's attack has been highly effective, scoring 11 goals during this period. Of that total, 11 were netted in the World Cup Qualifiers Europe, with an average of 2.75 goals per game. The overall season average is 2.75.
Portugal's offensive system is led by Cristiano Ronaldo, the team's top scorer this season. The portuguese forward has found the back of the net 5 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, João Cancelo. The defender has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 4 goals with an average of 1 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 4 goals in 4 matches, averaging 1 per match.
Head to head: Ireland vs Portugal
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