Republic of Ireland will welcome Finland to Aviva Stadium for their UEFA Nations League encounter on Thursday, 14 November. View our free Ireland vs Finland predictions below.
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Ireland vs Finland predictions: Goals at both ends
Key stats
- Ireland have no clean sheets in their last seven games, while Finland have conceded in nine consecutive matches.
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in seven of Finland's last nine games.
- Finland are currently on a four-game losing streak and a six-match winless run.
- Ireland won the reverse fixture of this clash.
Correct score prediction: Ireland 2-1 Finland
Finland have lost four out of four group games so far. Although Ireland have also had their fair share of struggles, they defeated Finland on the road in the reverse fixture. On that note, we are leaning towards the hosts for the win.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Ireland go in as favourites
- HOME:4/6 (1.67) – 60%
- DRAW:13/5 (3.60) – 27.8%
- AWAY:9/2 (5.50) – 18.2%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As it stands, Ireland and Finland are third and fourth, respectively, in the Nations League B, Group 2 table. The hosts have earned only three points from a possible 12, while Finland have no points thus far.
This is a must-win for Finland, as any other result will confirm their relegation to League C.
On the other hand, even if Ireland win their remaining two games, their chances of promotion are very slim. However, Heimir Hallgrimsson’s troops can still remain in League B if they survive the relegation playoffs.
With that in mind, Ireland are the expected winners at 4/6 (1.67). Teams with these odds usually have a 60% probability of winning.
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It is also important to note that 11 of Finland's last 12 games went north of the 2.5-goal threshold. For this reason, over 2.5 total goals has an appealing look at 13/10 (2.30). That one has a 43.5% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Can Ireland complete the sweep?
This will be the ninth encounter between these teams, and their fourth clash in the UEFA Nations League. Although Ireland have a 4-2-2 win-draw-loss record against Finland, they suffered two defeats in the last three skirmishes between these outfits.
UEFA Nations League B 10/10/24
Finland
Rep of Ireland
UEFA Nations League 14/10/20
Finland
Rep of Ireland
UEFA Nations League 06/09/20
Rep of Ireland
Finland
Ireland preview: Looking to salvage their campaign
Ireland will be without the services of captain Seamus Coleman, Adam Idah and Shane Duffy after the trio withdrew from this month's squad due to injuries.
Predicted lineup: Kelleher (GK), O'Shea, Collins, Scales, Cullen, Manning, Johnston, Knight, Szmodics, Parrott & Ferguson.
UEFA Nations League 23/03/25
W
Bulgaria
1
Rep of Ireland
2
UEFA Nations League 20/03/25
W
Bulgaria
1
Rep of Ireland
2
UEFA Nations League B 17/11/24
L
England
5
Rep of Ireland
0
UEFA Nations League B 14/11/24
W
Finland
0
Rep of Ireland
1
UEFA Nations League B 13/10/24
L
Greece
2
Rep of Ireland
0
Finland preview: Hoping to halt their losing streak
Finland, on the other hand, did not call on the services of Adam Stahl, Tomas Galvez, Fredrik Jensen, Leo Vaisanen, Topi Keskinen, and Leo Walta, although these players were called up to the squad last month.
Predicted lineup: Hradecky (GK), Alho, Hoskonen, Uronen, Ivanov, Schuller, Kamara, Pelota, Antman, Lod & Pohjanpalo.
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 24/03/25
D
Lithuania
2
Finland
2
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 21/03/25
W
Malta
0
Finland
1
UEFA Nations League B 17/11/24
L
Greece
2
Finland
0
UEFA Nations League B 14/11/24
L
Rep of Ireland
1
Finland
0
UEFA Nations League B 13/10/24
L
England
3
Finland
1
Player to watch: Benjamin Kallman
Benjamin Kallman has been unstoppable in recent weeks, scoring five times in his last three matches. The Cracovia forward will look to extend his scoring streak to four games when these teams clash on Thursday evening.