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World Cup 2026 Windsor Park

Scoring Trends

Northern Ireland

Slovakia

1.13

Goals Scored

0.88

1.63

Goals Conceded

1.06 Expected Goals (xG) 1.25

63%

Over 1.5

50%

Over 2.5

13%

38%

Over 3.5

13%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Slovakia hold a slight statistical advantage, though this match remains competitive. Defensive discipline will likely be the priority for both managers.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. The data points towards a tight game, making 'Under' markets particularly attractive. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win36%

Draw16%

Away Win48%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes35%

Over 1.5 Goals66%

Over 2.5 Goals37%

Match Events

18'

Hrosovsky P.

Assist: Galbraith E.

60'

Ballard D.

63'

Sub

Schranz I. In: Haraslin L.

Out: Schranz I.

Previous Encounters

14 Nov 25 WOR

Slovakia ✓

1:0

Northern Ireland

10 Oct 25 WOR

Northern Ireland ✓

2:0

Slovakia

12 Nov 20 EUR

Northern Ireland

1:2

✓ Slovakia

04 Jun 16 FRI

Slovakia

0:0

Northern Ireland

09 Sept 09 WOR

Northern Ireland

0:2

✓ Slovakia

Recent Form (Last 5)

Northern Ireland

Home Team

31 Mar

Wales

1 : 1

Northern Ireland

26 Mar

Italy

2 : 0

Northern Ireland

17 Nov

Northern Ireland

1 : 0

Luxembourg

14 Nov

Slovakia

1 : 0

Northern Ireland

13 Oct

Northern Ireland

0 : 1

Germany

Slovakia

Away Team

31 Mar

Slovakia

2 : 0

Romania

26 Mar

Slovakia

3 : 4

Kosovo

17 Nov

Germany

6 : 0

Slovakia

14 Nov

Slovakia

1 : 0

Northern Ireland

13 Oct

Slovakia

2 : 0

Luxembourg

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Germany	6	5	1	16:3	15
2	Slovakia	6	4	2	6:8	12
3	Northern Ireland	6	3	3	7:6	9
4	Luxembourg	6	0	6	1:13	0

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Switzerland	6	4	2	0	14:2	14
2	Kosovo	6	3	2	1	6:5	11
3	Slovenia	6	0	4	2	3:8	4
4	Sweden	6	0	2	4	4:12	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Scotland	6	4	1	1	13:7	13
2	Denmark	6	3	2	1	16:7	11
3	Greece	6	2	1	3	10:12	7
4	Belarus	6	0	2	4	4:17	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	France	6	5	1	0	16:4	16
2	Ukraine	6	3	1	2	10:11	10
3	Iceland	6	2	1	3	13:11	7
4	Azerbaijan	6	0	1	5	3:16	1

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Spain	6	5	1	0	21:2	16
2	Turkey	6	4	1	1	17:12	13
3	Georgia	6	1	0	5	7:15	3
4	Bulgaria	6	1	0	5	3:19	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Portugal	6	4	1	1	20:7	13
2	Ireland	6	3	1	2	9:7	10
3	Hungary	6	2	2	2	11:10	8
4	Armenia	6	1	0	5	3:19	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Netherlands	8	6	2	0	27:4	20
2	Poland	8	5	2	1	14:7	17
3	Finland	8	3	1	4	8:14	10
4	Malta	8	1	2	5	4:19	5
5	Lithuania	8	0	3	5	6:15	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Austria	8	6	1	1	22:4	19
2	Bosnia & Herzegovina	8	5	2	1	17:7	17
3	Romania	8	4	1	3	19:10	13
4	Cyprus	8	2	2	4	11:11	8
5	San Marino	8	0	0	8	2:39	0

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Norway	8	8	0	0	37:5	24
2	Italy	8	6	0	2	21:12	18
3	Israel	8	4	0	4	19:20	12
4	Estonia	8	1	1	6	8:21	4
5	Moldova	8	0	1	7	5:32	1

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Belgium	8	5	3	0	29:7	18
2	Wales	8	5	1	2	21:11	16
3	North Macedonia	8	3	4	1	13:10	13
4	Kazakhstan	8	2	2	4	9:13	8
5	Liechtenstein	8	0	0	8	0:31	0

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	England	8	8	0	0	22:0	24
2	Albania	8	4	2	2	7:5	14
3	Serbia	8	4	1	3	9:10	13
4	Latvia	8	1	2	5	5:15	5
5	Andorra	8	0	1	7	3:16	1

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Croatia	8	7	1	0	26:4	22
2	Czech Republic	8	5	1	2	18:8	16
3	Faroe Islands	8	4	0	4	11:9	12
4	Montenegro	8	3	0	5	8:17	9
5	Gibraltar	8	0	0	8	3:28	0

Match Preview: Northern Ireland vs Slovakia

Northern Ireland welcomes Slovakia for what is shaping up to be a crucial match in World Cup 2026. Scheduled for Friday, October 10, 2025 at 18:45 UTC, the match will take place at Windsor Park. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

Entering this game, both Northern Ireland and Slovakia are focused on their respective objectives for the season. Northern Ireland will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Slovakia aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

Previous meetings between these two sides often provide context for what to expect. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

Tactically, this game could be decided in the midfield battles. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Northern Ireland will try to assert dominance early, whereas Slovakia might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

For those following the action, staying updated is key. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Modern football is often defined by the underlying numbers. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Ultimately, this fixture carries weight for the season's broader narrative. Momentum is crucial in World Cup 2026, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.