Cristiano Ronaldo and teammates will travel to Dublin aiming for three points that could take them one step closer to the 2026 World Cup Finals in North America.
Ireland v Portugal – Prediction and preview as Cristiano Ronaldo and co. will give all-in for three points and earn an early ticket to the FIFA World Cup Finals in North America next summer.
Meanwhile, the Republic of Ireland must fight for points to keep their faint hopes alive.
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Match Info
Venue: Aviva Stadium (Dublin)
Kick-off: 02:45, 14 November 2025
Referee: To be announced
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Ireland v Portugal – Quick Context
Portugal stand on the brink of qualification. A win away to Ireland would officially book their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Finals. The Seleção currently lead Group F with an unbeaten record of 3 wins and 1 draw, collecting 10 points — five clear of second-placed Hungary. That means just two more points from their final two matches will mathematically secure their place among the world’s elite next summer.
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While Roberto Martinez’s Portugal ride a wave of momentum, the Republic of Ireland are battling for survival, hoping to grab a possible intercontinental play-off spot. Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side have struggled for consistency and desperately need points at home to stay in contention.
Portugal’s schedule is favorable: after this away match in Dublin on November 14, they return home to face Armenia on November 16 — a team currently bottom of the table with only three points. In the first meeting between the two sides in September, Ronaldo scored twice in a dominant 5–0 win.
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
Republic of Ireland: 1W, 2D, 2L – Sitting near the bottom of Group F, Ireland’s campaign has been disappointing. Their inability to convert possession into goals remains a major issue.
Portugal: 4W, 1D, 0L – Roberto Martínez’s side is in excellent form, combining fluid attacking play with defensive discipline. The Seleção have looked ruthless in transition and clinical inside the box.
Head-to-Head Record
Ireland have not beaten Portugal in their last five meetings, though they managed to draw twice in their 2021 encounters — including a memorable 0–0 in Dublin. Portugal, however, have dominated overall, using their superior individual quality and tactical control to dictate play.
Group F Standings Before the Match
Portugal remain top with a five-point cushion over Hungary, while Ireland are in the lower half, chasing the play-off position.
Prediction
With qualification within touching distance, Cristiano Ronaldo will be hungry to deliver yet another decisive performance for his country. Ireland may hold firm in the opening quarter of the game, but Portugal’s quality and depth should prevail. A professional performance from the visitors could seal their ticket to the Finals.
Predicted Score: Republic of Ireland 0–2 Portugal
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