Read our Republic of Ireland vs Israel prediction with betting tips, odds, and predicted lineups ahead of Sunday's clash in the UEFA Nations League.
Republic of Ireland vs Israel Match Summary
Competition | UEFA Nations League |
|---|---|
Match Date | Sunday 4 October 2026 |
Match Time | 19:45 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | TSC Arena |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | RTE 2 |
Republic of Ireland vs Israel in the UEFA Nations League heads to the TSC Arena in Bačka Topola, Serbia, where this designated Irish home fixture will be played behind closed doors.
Ireland sit second in the table and arrive frustrated. Troy Parrott's brace put them in control against Austria in midweek, yet Heimir Hallgrimsson's side let it slip to a 2-2 draw.
Israel prop up the table. Ran Ben Simon's men collected their first point of the campaign by holding Kosovo goalless on Tuesday, having shipped plenty of goals in their opening outings.
Ireland won the reverse fixture 3-0 and Israel are without a win in the previous meetings between the sides, so anything short of three points here would be a setback.
Republic of Ireland vs Israel Form
Ireland have won 5 of their last 10 matches against all opponents, which is respectable rather than ruthless. Troy Parrott is the main threat through the middle, and Jayson Molumby's expected return should add some bite to the engine room. Throw away a lead again, though, and that place in the table starts to look flattering.
Israel have also won 5 of their last 10 matches against all opponents, but this campaign has been grim. They sit bottom after a leaky start, and the stubborn goalless draw with Kosovo was their first point. Losing striker Idan Toklomati strips away a goal threat they can ill afford to be without.
Republic of Ireland vs Israel Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Republic of Ireland: M. Melia (Injured/out), N. Collins (Injured/out), J. McGrath (Injured/out), H. Vale (Injured/out), James Abankwah (Suspended), Gavin Bazunu (Unavailable)
Israel: Idan Toklomati (Injured/out), Anan Khalaili (Injured/doubtful)
Republic of Ireland
James Abankwah is suspended after crossing the yellow card accumulation threshold, and Gavin Bazunu has made himself unavailable for selection against Israel. Heimir Hallgrimsson should recall Jayson Molumby and Jake O'Brien, while Melia, Collins, McGrath and Vale are all sidelined through injury. C. Kelleher is the probable pick in goal.
Israel
Israel will check on Anan Khalaili after he picked up a knock against Kosovo, and striker Idan Toklomati misses out. Both Republic of Ireland vs Israel lineups are probable rather than confirmed, with T. Baribo the probable option to lead the line for the visitors.
Republic of Ireland vs Israel Predicted Lineup
Republic of Ireland
Formation: 3-4-2-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: C. Kelleher; L. Kitching, D. O'Shea, J. Egan; R. Manning, J. Molumby, C. Coventry, J. O'Brien; A. Idah, J. Moylan; T. Parrott (probable)
Israel
Formation: 3-4-2-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: D. Peretz; N. Stoinov, R. Shlomo, I. Nachmias; L. Abada, E. Peretz, E. Azoulay, E. Dasa; M. Solomon, O. Gloukh; T. Baribo (probable)
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Republic of Ireland vs Israel Key Stats & Match Facts
Troy Parrott has scored in 2 of his last 3 appearances (UEFA Nations League B).
Jayson Molumby has won 2+ fouls in 3 of his last 3 appearances (UEFA Nations League B).
Ireland have received 2+ cards in 3 of their last 3 matches (UEFA Nations League B).
Across the previous meetings between the sides, Ireland have won one and drawn two, with Israel yet to win.
Ireland sit second in the four-team table, while Israel are bottom in fourth.
Republic of Ireland vs Israel Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Ireland to win. The Republic of Ireland vs Israel prediction has to side with the team that beat Israel comfortably in the reverse fixture, against opponents who have leaked goals all campaign. Israel at 3/1 (10Bet) look a big ask, and the draw holds little appeal given the gulf between the sides.
Best Bets
Republic of Ireland to win and Under 2.5 match goals in the Match Result and Over/Under 2.5 market. Ireland have the superior form and Israel sit bottom of the table, so a controlled Ireland win without fireworks fits the shape of this fixture. Israel have offered little going forward, and Ireland only need to keep their heads to manage it.
Republic of Ireland to win in the Win Market. For those who would rather not rely on the goals line, the straight Ireland win at 6/5 (AK Bets) is the cleanest of our Republic of Ireland vs Israel best bets. Israel are missing their striker and propping up the table, so this is simply backing the stronger side.
Republic of Ireland vs Israel Bet Builder
Our Republic of Ireland vs Israel bet builder tips combine an Ireland win, Troy Parrott to score anytime, both teams to score and Ethane Azoulay to be shown a card.
Ireland have the better form, beat Israel in the reverse fixture and face a side propping up the table. Backing Ireland is the obvious foundation for this one.
Troy Parrott has scored in 2 of his last 3 appearances (UEFA Nations League B), and he leads the line again in Ireland's probable XI.
Both teams to score is the bolder leg. Ireland let a lead slip against Austria in midweek, so Israel nicking one at some stage is far from fanciful.
Ethane Azoulay is in Israel's probable midfield and will have to deal with Jayson Molumby, who has won 2+ fouls in 3 of his last 3 appearances (UEFA Nations League B).
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 49/4 and is as short as 21/2 elsewhere.
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Republic of Ireland vs Israel Talking Points
This fixture comes wrapped in noise. Heimir Hallgrimsson's pre-match press conference in Serbia on 3 October was ended abruptly by FAI officials after heated exchanges with journalists. Hallgrimsson later told Irish media the questioning had felt like a verbal attack, and stressed that keeping the squad unified through the camp was a major objective. FAI communications manager Kieran Crowley also stepped in to reject allegations about player conduct during the previous international fixture as completely untrue. The real test for Ireland is shutting all of that out. Do that and the gap in quality should tell, which is exactly what the Republic of Ireland vs Israel betting odds already suggest.
Republic of Ireland vs Israel Predictions FAQs
When is the Republic of Ireland vs Israel UEFA Nations League game?
The match kicks off at 19:45 UK time on Sunday 4 October 2026.
Where is Republic of Ireland vs Israel being played?
The match is being played at TSC Arena.
Where can I watch Republic of Ireland vs Israel?
The match will be broadcast live on RTE 2.
What competition is Republic of Ireland vs Israel in?
Republic of Ireland vs Israel is taking place in the UEFA Nations League.
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