Slovakia Republic of Ireland betting prediction

The home team got access to this stage of the EC Qualification (Qualifying Play‑offs Path B ‑ Semi‑Finals) after having finished the group stage in the 3^rd position of Group E, with 13 points won. This is a team that usually makes good use of the home advantage, stronger with the help of its supporters, since in the last 30 matches they register 4 wins, 2 draws and 9 losses in away matches, with 17 goals scored and 24 conceded; against 9 wins, 3 draws and 3 losses at their stadium, with 30 goals scored and 14 conceded. Slovakia registers 2 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in the last 4 home matches for the EC Qualification. They haven't been very strong defensively, since they have suffered goals in 6 of the last 8 matches, but their offense has scored frequently, since they have scored goals in 6 of the last 8 matches for this competition. There is a tendency for goals in their home matches, as 10 of the last 10 have ended with Over 1,5 goals. In the last 10 home matches for all competitions there is 1 period that stands out: they have conceded 4 of their 11 goals between minutes (46'‑60').

Slovakia come to this match after a 1-1 away draw against Israel. Thus, Slovakia's side seem to be going through an irregular moment, with two defeats and a draw in the last four clashes. The Slovak national team usually play in a usual 4-3-3, favoring fast transitions. For that, they can count on the speed of Mihalik and Bero. It should be noted that the Slovak national team present some quality, and the only absence for this match will be central defender Lukas Stetina, due to injury.

Confirmed Lineup: Marek Rodák, Peter Pekarík, Denis Vavro, Martin Valjent, Róbert Mazáň, Jaroslav Mihalík, Patrik Hrošovský, Albert Rusnák, Marek Hamšík, Ondrej Duda, Juraj Kucka.
Coach: S. Tarkovic.