Finland U21 v Republic of Ireland U21: numbers & prediction

Finland U21 vs Republic of Ireland U21 prediction, preview and tip

Match overview

It is Finland U21 v Republic of Ireland U21 in the UEFA U21 Championship Qualification – Friday 13 November, 17:15 WAT, Tammelan Stadion. Finland U21 sit 3rd with 19 points from 10 games (in the top four), while Republic of Ireland U21 are 7th on 15 (in the bottom three).

Form guide

Finland U21 – form over the last 5: DWWWW Most recently they drew with Kosovo U21 4–4 on the road. They are averaging 2.7 goals a game – a real threat going forward. 3 clean sheets in that stretch point to a solid back line.

Republic of Ireland U21 – form over the last 5: WWWDD Most recently they beat England U21 3–1 at home. On their travels they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 3. 2.0 goals per match shows an attack in good shape. 3 clean sheets in that stretch point to a solid back line.

Goals outlook

Our model projects Finland U21 1.7 – 1.3 Republic of Ireland U21 in expected goals – roughly 3.0 goals in all. That points to goals: over 2.5 is 51% likely and both teams score 55% of the time.

Betting angles

• Match result chances: Finland U21 48% · draw 22% · Republic of Ireland U21 30%.
• Both teams to score: yes (55%) at 1.81.

ZoraTips prediction

Our tip: Over 1.5 goals, rated at 75% confidence at odds of 1.30. Predicted score: Finland U21 1–1 Republic of Ireland U21. Graded on the 90-minute score. No tip is certain – 18+ only, stake responsibly.