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Austria vs Rep. Of Ireland Predictions, Picks & Odds – 14/11/2026

UEFA Nations League · 5
14 Nov 2026 Louis Hecq

Austria vs Rep. Of Ireland – Best bets of the match

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1: Austria to win
1.59 on 1xBet · Confidence Medium
Odds recorded on 12 Nov 2026 at 23:26 · Odds are subject to change
Competition: UEFA Nations League
Stage: League B, 5
Date: 14 Nov 2026
Time: 19:45 GMT

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Austria sit atop Nations League B, Group 3 after a strong campaign that has seen them net six goals across two victories. Their attacking rhythm has been sharp, with fast starts becoming a trademark of recent outings. A pair of wins followed two earlier defeats, suggesting Ralf Rangnick's side have found their stride at the right moment. The clean-sheet drought remains a concern, but their offensive output at 1.59 makes them clear favourites here.

Republic of Ireland arrive in encouraging form, unbeaten in their last three fixtures with two wins and a draw. That draw came against Austria in the reverse fixture, a thrilling 2-2 contest on 1 October 2026. Captain Nathan Collins returns from injury alongside Harvey Vale, boosting Heimir Hallgrimsson's options. Seamus Coleman takes on a hybrid player-coach role in camp. Ireland's structured defensive approach and reliable shot-stopping will be tested against Austria's potent forward line.

Austria's home win at 1.59 represents the strongest selection in this fixture. Ralf Rangnick's side have won their last two competitive outings convincingly, averaging 2.25 goals per match in this campaign. Their habit of starting fast puts pressure on opponents early, and Ireland's defence, while structured, conceded twice in the reverse fixture that ended 2-2. The hosts carry genuine attacking quality that should prove decisive.

The over 2.5 goals market at 1.84 deserves serious consideration. That October meeting produced four goals, and Austria's clean-sheet drought suggests Ireland will find the net at least once. With six goals scored in two group matches, Austria are not a side content to sit back. Nathan Collins returns for Ireland, bolstering their defensive spine, but Hallgrimsson's men also showed attacking intent in their recent win over Israel.

Both teams to score at 1.83 rounds out the recommended selections. Austria's persistent inability to keep clean sheets, combined with Ireland's growing confidence under Hallgrimsson, points towards goals at both ends. Harvey Vale's return gives Ireland a creative outlet they lacked earlier in the campaign. Austria will likely dominate possession and territory, yet Ireland possess enough quality on the counter to trouble their hosts.

Trends to Know about Austria vs Rep. Of Ireland

  • Austria averaging 2.25 goals per match
  • Previous meeting ended in a 2-2 draw
  • Austria yet to keep a clean sheet

Form & Statistics: Austria vs Rep. Of Ireland

Austria

Recent form

LDLWW
Wins2/5 (40%)
Draws1/5 (20%)
Losses2/5 (40%)

Season statistics (5)

0Total goals
0%Both teams score
0Goals scored
0Goals conceded

Rep. Of Ireland

Recent form

DWW
Wins2/3 (67%)
Draws1/3 (33%)
Losses0/3 (0%)

Season statistics (3)

0Total goals
0%Both teams score
0Goals scored
0Goals conceded
StatisticAustriaRep. Of Ireland
Last 5 results2W 1D 2L·2W 1D
Avg goals scored0.0·0.0
Avg goals conceded0.0·0.0
Under 2.5 (last 5)2/5·2/3
Probable lineup

Lineups: Austria vs Rep. Of Ireland

Austria

4-2-3-1
  1. 1 Florian Wiegele
  2. 2 Stefan Posch
  3. 3 David Affengruber
  4. 4 Philipp Lienhart
  5. 5 Phillipp Mwene
  6. 6 Nicolas Seiwald
  7. 7 Xaver Schlager
  8. 8 Patrick Wimmer
  9. 9 Carney Chukwuemeka
  10. 10 Romano Schmid
  11. 11 Sasa Kalajdzic
  • Junior Adamu
  • Christoph Lang
  • Matteo Bignetti
  • Marco Grüll
  • Felix Bacher
  • Alexander Prass
  • Michael Gregoritsch
  • Marco Friedl
  • Max Wöber
  • Alexander Schlager
  • Marcel Sabitzer (Unavailable for Nations League)
  • Konrad Laimer (Injury)
  • Christoph Baumgartner (Injury)
  • David Alaba (Excluded from national team (no club))
  • Marko Arnautović (Retired from international duty)

Rep. Of Ireland

3-4-2-1
  1. 1 Caoimhín Kelleher
  2. 2 Dara O'Shea
  3. 3 Liam Scales
  4. 4 John Egan
  5. 5 James Abankwah
  6. 6 Conor Coventry
  7. 7 Ryan Manning
  8. 8 Jack Moylan
  9. 9 Finn Azaz
  10. 10 Adam Idah
  11. 11 Troy Parrott
  • Jason Knight
  • Rocco Vata
  • Killian Phillips
  • Jake O'Brien
  • Thomas Cannon
  • Liam Kitching
  • Chiedozie Ogbene
  • Jayson Molumby
  • Jimmy Dunne
  • Max O'Leary
  • Mark Travers
  • Harvey Vale
  • Gavin Bazunu (Quad injury)
  • Owen Elding (With U21 squad)

Medium confidence

Austria's 4-2-3-1 sets up a compact midfield base through Seiwald and Schlager, with Chukwuemeka given licence to link play between the lines. Ireland counter with a 3-4-2-1, a shape designed to absorb pressure and hit on the break through the industrious wide channels.

The tactical contrast is the real talking point here: Austria's structure favours patient build-up and central control, while Ireland's back three offers defensive solidity and allows the wing-backs to push high. Troy Parrott and Finn Azaz as the two support forwards will be central to Ireland's attacking threat.

How to Watch Austria vs Rep. Of Ireland Match?

What time is Austria vs Rep. Of Ireland?

Austria vs Republic of Ireland kicks off on 14th November 2026 at 19:45 local time.

Where is Austria vs Rep. Of Ireland being played?

The venue for Austria vs Republic of Ireland has not yet been officially confirmed by UEFA.

How Can I Watch Austria vs Rep. Of Ireland on TV and Live Stream?

Broadcast details for Austria vs Republic of Ireland will be confirmed closer to the 14th November kickoff date.