Kosovo vs Ireland Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 24 Sep 2026

Kosovo vs Ireland Predictions

Main Match Prediction

Under 2.5 Goals @ -161

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If you share our opinion that there won’t be too many goals between Kosovo and Ireland, you can secure a price of -161 for Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. We expect this bet to land.

Explore our full Kosovo vs Ireland betting preview, which features the complete write-up for our main match prediction, alongside our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.

Kosovo vs Ireland Preview

Kosovo clash with Ireland at Fadil Vokrri Stadium, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Thursday 24 September.

Kosovo lost their last game, being beaten at home to Turkey 1-0 at Fadil Vokrri Stadium in the World Cup qualifier. Franco Foda's side recorded two shots on target and had 44% possession.

Ireland lost on the road in their previous game. Czech Republic won on penalties (2-2 AET) at Fortuna Arena in the World Cup qualifier. The Boys in Green had three shots on goal and 40% possession, while Troy Parrott and Matej Kovar (own goal) were on the scoresheet.

Nations League B		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Ireland	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
4	Kosovo	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0

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Kosovo have 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 9.8 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal. The Dardanians have averaged 43.1% possession and 3.4 corners per game, conceding 1.1 goals and 4.6 corners from 9.6 attempts and 4.3 shots on goal.

Vedat Muriqi leads the way with 4 goals, Fisnik Asllani has 3, with Florent Muslija and Elvis Rexhbecaj scoring 2. Mergim Vojvoda is the leading assists maker on 3, with goalies Arijanet Muric and Amir Saipi collectively keeping 4 clean sheets.

Ireland have 5 victories, 4 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 1.8 goals from 8.4 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal. Heimir Hallgrimsson's team average 43.1% possession, 3.6 corners in their favour and 5.3 corners against, while conceding 2.0 goals from 11.6 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal.

Troy Parrott has top scored with 6 goals, while Evan Ferguson and Adam Idah are next on 4 and 2. Liam Scales and Finn Azaz are the top assist makers with 2 apiece, while Caoimhin Kelleher has notched 2 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Kosovo predicted lineup (4-4-2): Arijanet Muric (GK), Mergim Vojvoda, Lumbardh Dellova, Albian Hajdari, Dion Gallapeni, Donat Rrudhani, Veldin Hodza, Leon Avdullahu, Edon Zhegrova, Fisnik Asllani, Vedat Muriqi.

Ireland predicted lineup (3-4-2-1): Caoimhin Kelleher (GK), Jake O'Brien, Dara O'Shea, Liam Kitching, James Abankwah, Jason Knight, Jayson Molumby, Ryan Manning, Finn Azaz, Chiedozie Ogbene, Troy Parrott.

Main Match Prediction

The ideal wager for this Nations League match could involve backing a limited number of goals. Our opinion is that Under 2.5 can be backed based on the available information and the odds of -161 appeal.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction (competitive matches):

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 Kosovo games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Kosovo games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 12 of the last 20 Kosovo games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Ireland games.

We use the latest Nations League injury and suspension information to come up with the best possible football predictions. You will also see that we sometimes take a stats-led approach by considering the key numbers.

The best football bookies are estimating that there is a 61.7% likelihood of this pick landing a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Correct Score Prediction

Kosovo 1 - 0 Ireland

We’re predicting Kosovo to land a 1-0 victory and this is available at +480. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Fisnik Asllani to Score +240

Fisnik Asllani (Kosovo) has registered three goals in his past five games. The odds that he will be an Anytime Goalscorer look attractive considering the numbers and we’ll plump for him to find the net at odds of +240.

Latest Fisnik Asllani Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+240

First

+500

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Corners Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners -133

The 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered in six straight Kosovo home games, with an average of 8.40 corners in the previous five Ireland away matches. We’re going to bet on the teams to fall short when it comes to Total Corners and this pick is available at -133.

Competitive Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Kosovo

Total

8.00 3.40 4.60

Home

6.30 3.60 2.70

Away

9.90 3.50 6.40

Ireland

Total

8.90 3.60 5.30

Home

9.40 5.70 3.70

Away

8.80 3.70 5.10

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-110

Under 9.5

-132

Kosovo Corners

Over 4.5

-133

Under 4.5

-112

Ireland Corners

Over 4.5

-103

Under 4.5

-143

Most Corners

1

-115

X

+600

2

+118

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Kosovo vs Ireland Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The 1x2 odds are available for this Nations League encounter and you can secure +143 that Kosovo are victorious and +200 that Ireland get the job done. Those wanting to wager the draw with the bookmakers can secure +215.

If Kosovo and Ireland play out a draw, then an Asian Handicap -0.25 on the former means a half stake refund. However, a victory for the favourites would mean a full payout at -102.

When it comes to the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this exciting contest. If you’re wagering on Both Teams to Score, you can bet Yes at -118 and No at -122.

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Full-Time Result

1

+143

X

+215

2

+200

Half-Time Result

1

+200

X

+108

2

+255

Double Chance

1X

-303

12

-333

X2

-204

Draw No Bet

1

-152

2

+104

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-102

2 Hcp +0.25

-141

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-161

Over 2.5

+123

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-118

No

-122

Favourite Troy Parrott is +450 to be the First Goalscorer, while similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.

Troy Parrott (Ireland)

First

+450

Anytime

+210

Albion Rrahmani (Kosovo)

First

+475

Anytime

+225

Vedat Muriqi (Kosovo)

First

+475

Anytime

+225

Fisnik Asllani (Kosovo)

First

+500

Anytime

+240

Adam Idah (Ireland)

First

+550

Anytime

+255

Jamie McGrath (Ireland)

First

+750

Anytime

+340

Chiedozie Ogbene (Ireland)

First

+750

Anytime

+360

Edon Zhegrova (Kosovo)

First

+750

Anytime

+380

Valmir Matoshi (Kosovo)

First

+850

Anytime

+390

Ermal Krasniqi (Kosovo)

First

+800

Anytime

+410

Finn Azaz (Ireland)

First

+950

Anytime

+450

Veldin Hodža (Kosovo)

First

+1000

Anytime

+500

Elvis Rexhbeçaj (Kosovo)

First

+1200

Anytime

+575

Jayson Molumby (Ireland)

First

+1300

Anytime

+650

Leon Avdullahu (Kosovo)

First

+1400

Anytime

+700

Jimmy Dunne (Ireland)

First

+1700

Anytime

+850

Dion Gallapeni (Kosovo)

First

+1800

Anytime

+900

Mergim Vojvoda (Kosovo)

First

+1800

Anytime

+900

Lindon Emerllahu (Kosovo)

First

+1800

Anytime

+900

Lumbardh Dellova (Kosovo)

First

+1900

Anytime

+1000

Albian Hajdari (Kosovo)

First

+2000

Anytime

+1150

John Egan (Ireland)

First

+2200

Anytime

+1150

Jake O'Brien (Ireland)

First

+2200

Anytime

+1200

Dara O'Shea (Ireland)

First

+2200

Anytime

+1200

Liam Scales (Ireland)

First

+2200

Anytime

+1200

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Kosovo Stats

Ireland Stats

Full-Time Result

• 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.80 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.70 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 4.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 2.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
• An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 6.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
• Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

• An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 5.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 3.70 corners awarded and 5.10 corners against in the last 10 away matches
• An average of 8.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 8.80 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
• Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

• An average of 43.10% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 46.90% possession in the last 10 home matches
• Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 3 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

• An average of 43.10% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 45.30% possession in the last 10 away matches
• Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 1 of the last 10 away matches

Kosovo vs Ireland Lineups & Team News

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