UEFA Nations League

Rep. Of Ireland

04 Oct 2026 19:45

Israel

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Rep. Of Ireland to win 2.15

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Rep. Of Ireland vs Israel Predictions, Picks & Odds – 04/10/2026

UEFA Nations League · 4

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1: Rep. Of Ireland to win

2.15 on Betano · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 03 Oct 2026 at 06:11 · Odds are subject to change

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The Republic of Ireland carry genuine momentum into this fixture after hammering Israel 3-0 in their previous Nations League outing before drawing 2-2 with Austria. Heimir Hallgrimsson's side have navigated enormous off-field turbulence surrounding this tie, with a four-hour squad meeting required before players voted to fulfill the fixture. Gavin Bazunu opted out on moral grounds, and the squad will again wear black armbands. Ireland's recent defensive solidity gives them a clear edge.

Israel's campaign has been nothing short of dismal. One goal scored and six conceded across their Nations League matches paints a grim picture of a team struggling at both ends. The 3-0 defeat to Ireland days earlier exposed significant weaknesses, and facing the same opponent at a neutral venue in Serbia behind closed doors offers little comfort. With relegation looming large, Israel desperately need a response, but their form suggests one is unlikely to come.

Ireland's home win at 2.15 represents the strongest value in this fixture. The Boys in Green dismantled Israel just days earlier with a comprehensive three-goal victory, and that psychological edge cannot be understated. Ireland have scored three goals while conceding only one across their recent Nations League outings, a record that dwarfs Israel's solitary goal scored against six conceded.

The politically charged atmosphere surrounding this clash has, if anything, galvanized the Irish squad. After a four-hour team meeting and a vote by significant majority to fulfill the fixture, Heimir Hallgrimsson's players showed their resolve with that dominant 3-0 win. Gavin Bazunu's absence on moral grounds is notable but has not weakened the team's competitive output on the pitch.

Israel desperately need a result to avoid relegation from League B Group 3, yet their defensive record of six goals conceded offers little reason for optimism. The match takes place behind closed doors at a neutral venue in Serbia, stripping away any home advantage Israel might have manufactured. Back the Irish at 2.15 and consider under 2.5 goals at N/A as a secondary selection. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Rep. Of Ireland vs Israel

• Ireland scored three goals against Israel recently
• Israel conceded six goals in Nations League
• Ireland unbeaten in last two matches

Ireland line up in a 3-4-2-1 against Israel's anticipated 4-2-3-1, a shape that should create interesting battles across the wide channels. Troy Parrott and Finn Azaz operating behind Adam Idah gives Heimir Hallgrímsson's side a creative double pivot in the attacking third that could exploit Israel's defensive transitions.

Ireland's probable XI is drawn from multiple credible outlets, while Israel's selection carries less certainty, synthesized from various reports rather than confirmed sources. Oscar Gloukh remains the focal creative threat for the visitors if this speculated shape holds, but the confidence gap between the two lineups is worth keeping in mind before kickoff.

How to Watch Rep. Of Ireland vs Israel Match?

What time is Rep. Of Ireland vs Israel?

Rep. Of Ireland vs Israel kicks off on Saturday, 4 October 2026 at 19:45 local time.

Where is Rep. Of Ireland vs Israel being played?

This match takes place at Gradski Stadion in Backa Topola, Serbia, behind closed doors at a neutral venue.

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

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