Our Northern Ireland vs Luxembourg Prediction analyzes what’s at stake in their UEFA World Cup Qualifiers matchup.
Both teams, currently in the bottom half of Group A, seek to revive their World Cup bids in one of six matches scheduled for November 18, 2025, making this matchup especially crucial.
Who between the Green and White Army or the Red Lions boosts their bid to join the list of qualified teams for the 2026 World Cup?
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Northern Ireland vs Luxembourg: Match information
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers – UEFA, Group A
- Stadium: Windsor Park (Belfast)
- Date: 18 Nov 2025
Match Preview
Northern Ireland vs Luxembourg sees both teams trying to catch up with Germany and Slovakia for Group A leadership.
Northern Ireland is running third with a 2-0-2 (win-draw-loss) record.
The Green and White Army is seeking its fourth World Cup appearance, but its first since 1986.
On the other hand, Luxembourg remains winless after four matches.
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Northern Ireland vs Luxembourg: Team Standings
Group A
| Position | Team | Matches Played | WIns | Draw | Losses | Points | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 | |
| 2 | Slovakia | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 | |
| 3 | Northern Ireland | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | |
| 4 | Luxembourg | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Form Guide
Northern Ireland
Luxembourg
Northern Ireland has won three of its last five games after losing two straight.
The Green and White Army scored big wins over Iceland (1-0), Luxembourg (3-1), and Slovakia (2-0).
However, Northern Ireland is coming off a 0-1 loss against Germany on October 14, 2025.
Luxembourg, on the other hand, has lost five of its last six matches and seven of its last 10.
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Northern Ireland vs Luxembourg Head-to-Head
| Date | Competition | Home team | Away Team | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 18, 2025 | FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers (UEFA) | Northern Ireland | Luxembourg | ||
| September 5, 2025 | FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers (UEFA) | Luxembourg | Northern Ireland | Northern Ireland | 3-1 |
| November 19, 2024 | UEFA Nations League | Luxembourg | Northern Ireland | Draw | 2-2 |
| September 6, 2024 | UEFA Nations League | Northern Ireland | Luxembourg | Northern Ireland | 2-0 |
| March 26, 2022 | International Friendly | Luxembourg | Northern Ireland | Northern Ireland | 3-1 |
| September 6, 2019 | International Friendly | Northern Ireland | Luxembourg | Northern Ireland | 1-0 |
| September 10, 2013 | World Cup Qualifiers Europe | Luxembourg | Northern Ireland | Luxembourg | 3-2 |
| September 11, 2012 | World Cup Qualifiers Europe | Northern Ireland | Luxembourg | Draw | 1-1 |
| February 23, 2000 | International Friendly | Luxembourg | Northern Ireland | Northern Ireland | 3-1 |
Northern Ireland leads the head-to-head (H2H) matchup with a 5-2-1 (win-draw-loss) record.
The Green and White Army are out to repeat their 3-1 decision on September 5, 2025, with yet another win.
Northern Ireland has collected 17 goals in its eight H2H matches against Luxembourg, averaging 2.125 goals per match.
Meanwhile, Luxembourg posted its only win in the matchup on September 10, 2013, when it hosted a 3-2 victory.
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Players to Watch
Northern Ireland (The Green and White Army)
| Player | Position | Matches Played | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shea Charles | Midfielder | 4 | 1 |
| Justin Devenny | Midfielder | 4 | 1 |
| Trai Hume | Defender | 4 | 1 |
Luxembourg (The Red Lions)
| Player | Position | Matches Played | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aiman Dardari | Forward | 4 | 1 |
Source: ESPN
Northern Ireland vs Luxembourg Prediction and Scoreline
Northern Ireland 2-1 Luxembourg
Count on Northern Ireland to add to Luxembourg’s woes and score another win.
Expect Northern Ireland to turn up the intensity, add to Luxembourg’s challenges, and celebrate an all-important victory in front of a passionate home crowd.
With home advantage, winning momentum, and a dominant record against Luxembourg, the Green and White Army looks poised to thrill its supporters yet again.
Shea Charles, known for his midfield control, and Justin Devenny, recognized for his creative playmaking, are key players Northern Ireland will rely on against Luxembourg.
Luxembourg might grab an away goal, but pulling off a turnaround here would require a staggering, against-all-odds effort.
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