Kick-off: 19:45, Tuesday 14 October 2025
Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
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The Republic of Ireland’s World Cup qualification hopes are hanging by a thread, but Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side will be desperate to end their campaign on a high when they host Armenia in Dublin.
Ireland sit bottom of their qualifying group after a run of frustrating defeats, including a narrow 3-2 loss in Portugal last weekend that at least showed some attacking intent. The problem remains at the back — the Boys in Green have conceded in seven of their last eight home games and kept just one clean sheet in 2025.
Hallgrímsson’s men continue to search for balance. While the defence leaks goals, the attack has started to click, with Evan Ferguson and Chiedozie Ogbene both showing flashes of promise. That should make for an open contest against an Armenia side that rarely keeps things tight.
Armenia won the reverse fixture 2-1 and have scored in five of their last six qualifiers. However, they have not kept a clean sheet in over three years, conceding regularly both home and away. Their last visit to Dublin ended in a thrilling 3-2 defeat, and a similar scoreline could be on the cards.
Betting Tips
Both Teams To Score – 11/10 (BoyleSports)
Both sides are unreliable defensively but capable in attack. With neither keeping clean sheets, BTTS looks solid value.
Correct Score: Republic of Ireland 2-1 – 15/2 (Paddy Power)
Ireland have scored twice in three of their last five home matches. Back them to edge a tight, entertaining game.
Anytime Goalscorer: Evan Ferguson – 2/1 (Betfair)
The Brighton striker remains Ireland’s biggest attacking threat and could mark his return to Dublin with a much-needed goal.
Key Stats
- Ireland have conceded 20 goals in 13 games under Hallgrímsson.
- Armenia’s last clean sheet came in 2022.
- Both teams have scored in six of Ireland’s last eight home fixtures.
Prediction
Republic of Ireland 2-1 Armenia
Ireland’s defensive issues persist, but with home support behind them and Armenia’s vulnerability on the road, they should edge an end-to-end encounter at the Aviva.
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