Greetings to all football fans! We are pleased to offer you a live online broadcast of the Slovakia vs Northern Ireland match as part of the World - World Cup Qualifying tournament.
Match events:
| 23' | D. Ballard Roughing | |||
| 46' | J. Reid / D. Charles | |||
| M. Skriniar Goal Disallowed - offside | 55' | |||
| 57' | T. Hume Roughing | |||
| D. Strelec Goal Disallowed - handball | 65' | |||
| L. Sauer / D. Duris | 69' | |||
| N. Gyomber Roughing | 73' | |||
| 73' | J. Magennis / P. McNair | |||
| 78' | J. Donley / J. Reid | |||
| L. Tupta / L. Haraslin | 84' | |||
| L. Benes / T. Rigo | 84' | |||
| T. Bobcek / N. Gyomber | 88' | |||
| R. Bozenik / D. Strelec | 88' | |||
| T. Bobcek (1 - 0) Assist: L. Benes | 90+1' | |||
| 90+7' | C. Brown / T. Hume | |||
| 90+8' | G. Saville Roughing | |||
| 90+9' | D. Ballard Elbowing |
Welcome to the live broadcast of a European qualifier for the 2026 World Cup, where the Slovakia national team hosts Northern Ireland in Bratislava. This is a meeting of two 'dark horses' of the group, who are competing for the top spots.
Kick-off: November 14, 2025, 19:45 UTC (22:45 MSK) Stadium: Tehelné pole, Bratislava Competition: World Cup 2026 Qualifying (Europe)Slovakia vs Northern Ireland: Match Preview
Both teams come into this match needing to pick up points. Slovakia, under Francesco Calzona, successfully qualified for Euro 2024 and is looking to build on that success in the World Cup qualifiers. Northern Ireland, in turn, is undergoing a generational change but remains a dangerous and resilient opponent, especially in home matches. The head-to-head history between these teams includes four matches, with the advantage on the side of the Slovaks: 2 wins to Northern Ireland's 1, with one game ending in a draw.
Team Form and Analysis
Slovakia
The 'Falcons' rely on a solid defense and the experience of their leaders, who play in Europe's top leagues. At home, with the support of their fans, the Slovak national team plays with particular confidence. The team's main stars are PSG defender Milan Škriniar and Napoli midfielder Stanislav Lobotka. In attack, Róbert Boženík stands out.
Northern Ireland
The 'Green and White Army' is known for its British style, fighting spirit, and skill from set pieces. Despite the lack of world-class stars, the team is strong in its organization and commitment. Against the technical Slovaks, the Northern Irish will try to impose a physical battle and use their advantage in physical strength.
Predicted Starting Lineups
Official lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
- Slovakia (4-3-3): Dúbravka; Pekarík, Vavro, Škriniar, Hancko; Kucka, Lobotka, Duda; Suslov, Boženík, Haraslín.
- Northern Ireland (5-3-2): Peacock-Farrell; Hume, Ballard, Evans, Brown, Lewis; McNair, Charles, Thompson; Price, Washington.
Match Prediction by tutsport.net
The Slovak national team are the favorites for this match on their home turf. Their higher class, team chemistry, and experience should be decisive. It will be difficult for Northern Ireland to impose their game and take points from Bratislava.
- Main Prediction: Slovakia to Win. The 'Falcons' should defeat their direct competitor at home to make a strong statement in the fight for qualification from the group.
- Total Goals Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. This is a meeting of two teams that focus on defense. 3 of the last 4 head-to-head meetings have been low-scoring. A tight contest with a small number of goals is expected.