Republic of Ireland vs Finland Predictions and Betting Tips: Boys in Green to Avoid Bottom Spot
Republic of Ireland on Cusp of Finishing Bottom
The Republic of Ireland is on the verge of finishing bottom of their Nations League group after a disappointing 1-1 draw with Ukraine on Wednesday night. With just one game remaining, Stephen Kenny's side needs to avoid defeat against Finland to ensure they do not finish bottom of Group B1.
Ireland has endured a difficult campaign, winning just one of their five games and conceding 10 goals. They have been particularly poor at home, losing 2-1 to Armenia and 1-0 to Scotland.
Finland Needs a Win to Avoid Relegation
Finland is also in danger of relegation, although a draw against Ireland could be enough to keep them up. Markku Kanerva's side has won just one of their five games, but they have picked up four points from their last two matches, including a 2-0 win over Armenia.
Finland has a good record against Ireland, winning two of their last three meetings. However, Ireland won the most recent encounter, a 1-0 friendly victory in Helsinki in November 2020.
Match Preview: Republic of Ireland vs Finland
The match between the Republic of Ireland and Finland will be played at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Tuesday, 27th September. Kick-off is at 7.45 pm Irish time.
Ireland will be without the suspended John Egan and Callum Robinson, while Finland will be missing the injured Teemu Pukki.
Predicted Starting XIs
**Republic of Ireland** Gavin Bazunu, Seamus Coleman, Shane Duffy, Nathan Collins, Ryan Manning, Josh Cullen, Jeff Hendrick, Jason Knight, Chiedozie Ogbene, Troy Parrott, Callum O'Dowda **Finland** Lukas Hradecky, Jere Uronen, Daniel O'Shaughnessy, Joona Toivio, Nicholas Hämäläinen, Rasmus Schüller, Pyry Soiri, Joni Kauko, Joel Pohjanpalo, Marcus Forss, Robin LodBetting Tips
* **Republic of Ireland to win:** 11/8 * **Draw:** 21/10 * **Finland to win:** 5/2 * **Both teams to score:** 4/6Our Prediction: Republic of Ireland 1-0 Finland
We predict that the Republic of Ireland will edge out Finland in a tight match. Ireland needs a win to avoid finishing bottom of the group, and we think they will have just enough to get the job done.
