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>Northern Ireland vs Hungary Predictions, Picks & Odds – 28/09/2026
UEFA Nations League · 2Northern Ireland vs Hungary – Best bets of the match
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Northern Ireland head into this Nations League B fixture in patchy form, having won just once in their last four outings alongside one draw and two defeats. Manager Michael O'Neill has assembled a notably youthful 28-man squad with an average age of 24, clearly prioritising development. Paddy McNair's return from a foot injury is a welcome boost, but the hosts will face Hungary three days after a demanding trip to Georgia.
Hungary arrive in considerably better shape, collecting three wins and a draw from their last four matches. Marco Rossi's side are rightly installed as favourites at 2.62, though a significant injury crisis clouds their preparations. The absences of Barnabás Varga and Roland Sallai strip the Magyars of their primary attacking threats. Donát Bárány has been drafted in as cover, but Hungary's depth will be tested across a gruelling quadruple header.
Hungary's superior recent record provides the foundation for our X2 pick. Marco Rossi's side have collected three wins and a draw from their last four matches, a run that contrasts sharply with Northern Ireland's solitary victory in the same span. The away price at 2.62 reflects genuine value given Hungary's consistency across competitive fixtures this calendar year.
The head-to-head record is tight, with one win apiece and a draw from the last three meetings, yet Hungary's current momentum tilts the balance. Northern Ireland's youthful squad, averaging just 24 years of age, brings energy but limited international experience. That rawness could prove costly against a Hungarian side accustomed to performing at a higher level in recent campaigns.
Injuries to Barnabás Varga and Roland Sallai do blunt Hungary's attacking threat, and replacement Donát Bárány is only recently back from an ankle ligament tear. Still, the draw at 3.00 offers a safety net alongside the away win. Covering both outcomes through the double chance represents the shrewdest approach to a fixture where Hungary's form and quality should prevent a Northern Ireland victory.
Trends to Know about Northern Ireland vs Hungary
- Hungary won three of last five
- Northern Ireland lost three of four
- Head-to-head record evenly split
Form & Statistics: Northern Ireland vs Hungary
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What time is Northern Ireland vs Hungary?
Northern Ireland host Hungary on 28 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 19:45 BST.
Where is Northern Ireland vs Hungary being played?
The venue for Northern Ireland vs Hungary has yet to be confirmed by the Irish Football Association.
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