Slovakia vs Northern Ireland Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest World Cup Qualifier Odds for Thursday, November 13th
Slovakia, currently second in their World Cup Qualification group, will host Northern Ireland on November 14, 2025. The match will be held in Bratislava and represents a crucial fixture for both teams' chances of reaching the 2026 World Cup.
OC Staff - November 14, 2025, 12:00 PM EST
4 Minute ReadSlovakia vs Northern Ireland: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
Slovakia, currently second in their World Cup Qualification group, will host Northern Ireland, who sit just behind them in third, on November 14, 2025, at 19:45 UTC. The match will be held in Bratislava and represents a crucial fixture for both teams' chances of reaching the 2026 World Cup.
Slovakia vs Northern Ireland Form
The Falcons enter this match in solid form, having secured a 2-0 victory over Luxembourg in their last outing. This win helped them maintain their position level on points with group leaders Germany. The Green and White Army also secured a win in their last match, as they beat Germany 1-0. However, that victory ended a seven-game winless run on the road, their only away success in eight internationals.
Slovakia vs Northern Ireland Head to Head
Historically, encounters between these two nations have been closely contested. In their most recent clash, Northern Ireland suffered a 2-0 defeat at home to Slovakia in October 2025.
Across the last six meetings, Slovakia holds a slight edge with three wins to Northern Ireland's one, with one draw.
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Slovakia vs. Northern Ireland Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
- Time: 2:45 PM ET
- How to Watch: Fubo
Slovakia vs. Northern Ireland Odds
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Slovakia vs Northern Ireland Probable Lineups
Slovakia (4-1-4-1): Dúbravka; Hancko, Obert, Skriniar, Gyömbér; Hrosovsky; Haraslín, Bero, Rigo, Duris; Strelec
Northern Ireland (5-4-1): Peacock-Farrell; Devenny, Hume, Ballard, McNair, Bradley; Price, McDonnell, Saville, Smyth; Reid
Slovakia vs Northern Ireland Team News
Slovakia will be without Duda due to suspension, a significant blow to their midfield.
Northern Ireland have several key players missing for this crucial match. Spencer, Charles and McCann are all sidelined with injuries, while Galbraith is suspended.
Slovakia vs Northern Ireland Match Facts
- Slovakia are undefeated in seven home matches
- Slovakia have kept four successive clean sheets at home
- Northern Ireland have scored before half-time in each of their last three away matches
Prediction: Slovakia 2-0 Northern Ireland
Slovakia's strong home form and defensive solidity make them favourites for this encounter. The absence of Duda is a blow, but their overall organisation and the attacking threat of Haraslín should see them through. Northern Ireland's depleted squad and fragile away form suggest they will struggle to break down a resolute Slovakian defence. The match forecast suggests that Slovakia's patience and structure, combined with Hancko's delivery and Haraslín's dribbling, should eventually yield the breakthrough.
Best Bet: Slovakia to Win to Nil (+178) Check out the best odds at FanDuel Sportsbook
Considering Slovakia's impressive defensive record at home, where they have kept four consecutive clean sheets, backing them to win without conceding seems a solid bet. This is further supported by the fact that all four of Slovakia’s qualifiers so far have seen only one team score.
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