Northern Ireland vs Slovakia Prediction, Odds & Insights – World Cup (10/10/2025)

The World Cup fixture between Northern Ireland and Slovakia is set for 10/10/2025 at 20:45. Fans can expect an exciting clash as both teams vie for crucial points in this prestigious competition.

Northern Ireland in Focus

Northern Ireland is lining up in a 3-5-2 formation featuring key players such as B. Peacock-Farrell in goal and J. Reid upfront. Recent stats show they have won 4 of their last 10 matches, scoring an average of 1.7 goals per game, indicating a solid attacking potential at home.

Slovakia at a Glance

Slovakia adopts a 4-3-3 shape with defensive solidity from M. Skriniar and offensive threats like D. Duris. They boast an equal number of wins and have maintained a balanced goal average, suggesting a well-organized side ready to challenge Northern Ireland.

We Say

We back Northern Ireland to clinch the match with a confident 2.74 odds. Their home form and recent performances point towards a likely victory in this World Cup encounter.

Stats That Matter

Stat	Northern Ireland	Slovakia
Avg. Goals For	1.7	1.1
Avg. Goals Against	1.4	1.1
Last Meeting (GF)	–	–

• Northern Ireland recently lost to Germany but had solid wins over Luxembourg, demonstrating fluctuating form.
• Both teams have a roughly equal record with 4 wins each in their last 10 matches, a tight matchup expected.
• Other upcoming matches include diverse African and Asian fixtures that might impact betting trends globally.

Odds & Insights

Market	Northern Ireland	Slovakia	Draw/Alt
1X2	2.74	–	–
Over/Under 2.5 Goals	Less than 2.5 (1.48)	–	–
Both Teams to Score	No	–	–
Correct Score	–	–	–
Anytime Goalscorer	–	–	–

Past Meetings (H2H)

Date	Competition	Result
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Our Take

Northern Ireland appears slightly stronger at home, leveraging a solid defense and effective offense in recent matches. Slovakia’s balanced formation and solid backline could keep the game tight, but Northern Ireland’s home advantage gives them an edge.

• Main Bet: Northern Ireland to win the match (2.74 odds).
• Secondary Option: Under 2.5 goals (1.48 odds).
• Alternative: Both teams not to score.
• Correct Score Lean: –

This World Cup fixture promises a tactical battle. Northern Ireland’s defensive resilience at home, coupled with Slovakia’s organized attack, suggests a low scoring but competitive encounter. Bettors can look to back Northern Ireland for a narrow win while considering the under goals market for a safer play given recent scoring trends.