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As Kosovo prepares to host Ireland in the UEFA Nations League on September 24, 2026, both teams will be seeking to establish their momentum in the competition. Kosovo has struggled recently, failing to secure a win in their most recent outings, while Ireland finds itself in a similar predicament, entering the match with no victories to show for their recent efforts.
Tactically, Kosovo typically focuses on a solid defensive structure combined with quick transitions, aiming to capitalize on counterattacks. However, their recent form suggests a need for improvement in both their defensive cohesion and attacking output. On the other hand, Ireland’s style tends to emphasize a robust midfield presence, allowing them to assert control and create opportunities from set pieces.
The bookmakers have set the odds closely, with Kosovo at 2.77 for a home victory and Ireland slightly favored at 2.54 for an away win, reflecting the uncertain nature of this matchup. Given both teams’ current struggles, this encounter could be pivotal for regaining confidence. Fans can expect a closely contested contest, though neither side can claim favoritism based purely on recent form. Ultimately, while both teams will be eager to secure points, predicting a clear outcome remains challenging.
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| Kosovo 34% |
Draw 30% |
Ireland 36% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.70 | 3.10 | 2.50 | ||
| 2.9 | 3.25 | 2.69 | ||
| 2.52 | 3.3 | 2.82 | ||
| 2.9 | 3.1 | 2.66 | ||
| 2.75 | 3 | 2.6 | ||
| 2.83 | 3.13 | 2.59 | ||
| 2.75 | 3 | 2.48 |
Latest Results
| 07.06.26 Kosovo – Andorra – 3:0 31.05.26 Czech Republic – Kosovo – 2:1 31.03.26 Kosovo – Turkey – 0:1 26.03.26 Slovakia – Kosovo – 3:4 18.11.25 Kosovo – Switzerland – 1:1 |
05.06.26 Canada – Ireland – 1:1 28.05.26 Ireland – Qatar – 1:0 16.05.26 Ireland – Grenada – 5:0 31.03.26 Ireland – North Macedonia – 0:0 26.03.26 Czech Republic – Ireland – 3:2 penalties |
Facts
Standings
League A
Group 1
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | France | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Turkey | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Italy | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Belgium | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
Group 2
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Germany | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Netherlands | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Greece | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Serbia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
Group 3
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Czech Republic | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Croatia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Spain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
Group 4
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Portugal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Norway | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Denmark | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Wales | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
UEFA Nations League Outrights
1. France: 3.87 (20.1%)
2. Spain: 4 (19.45%)
3. England: 5.5 (14.15%)
4. Germany: 5.5 (14.15%)
5. Portugal: 9 (8.64%)
6. Netherlands: 13 (5.98%)
7. Norway: 17.01 (4.57%)
8. Belgium: 19.51 (3.99%)
9. Italy: 34.52 (2.25%)
10. Denmark: 38.02 (2.05%)
11. Croatia: 50.53 (1.54%)
12. Turkey: 100.55 (0.77%)
13. Serbia: 100.55 (0.77%)
14. Greece: 125.58 (0.62%)
15. Czech Republic: 150.58 (0.52%)
16. Wales: 175.59 (0.44%)
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