Greece vs Ireland prediction and betting tips on October 13, 2024
Game Prediction
On October 13, 2024, Greece will take on Ireland in the 4th round of the UEFA Nations League. The hosts will aim to once again prove their superiority over their British rivals.
Key Stats and Trends for Greece vs Ireland
- Greece has won four consecutive matches.
- Ireland secured their first win after three straight defeats.
- Ireland has conceded in each of their last six matches.
- Greece leads at halftime in 50% of their games, while Ireland does so in just 20%.
Match Preview: Greece vs Ireland
Under Gustavo Poyet, Greece has made significant strides. They topped their group in the previous Nations League campaign and put up a respectable fight in Euro qualifiers, even though they eventually lost to heavyweights like France and the Netherlands. Impressively, Greece defeated Ireland during that period, with the Irish earning their only points against Gibraltar.
In March, Greece continued their strong form through the Nations League path, thrashing Kazakhstan 5-0 before falling short against Georgia, eventually losing the decisive match in a penalty shootout. With Poyet's departure, Jovanovic has taken the reins, starting well with two clean-sheet victories (5-0 on aggregate) over weaker sides. Earlier this month, they pulled off a shocking comeback win against England.
Ireland, on the other hand, suffered a 0-2 defeat at home to England in September. However, in their recent clash with Finland, Brady's goal and assist helped secure a much-needed comeback victory.
The Irish will be without captain Seamus Coleman due to injury. Also absent are O'Brien, Doherty, Smallbone, Browne, and Robinson. For Greece, Tsavellas has retired, and Bouchalakis will not feature. The tragic passing of George Baldock has left a somber note in the football world.
Possible Starting Lineups
Greece (possible lineup): Vlachodimos – Giannoulis, Koulierakis, Mavropanos, Rota – Siopis, Kourbelis, Bakasetas, Tzolis, Masouras – Pavlidis
Ireland (possible lineup): Kelleher – Brady, Scales, Collins, O’Shea – Knight, Cullen, Smodics, Azaz, Ogbene – Ferguson
Head to Head: Greece vs Ireland
Greece has dominated this fixture, winning five of their six encounters. The only exception was a goalless draw. Greece has already beaten Ireland twice in the last year: once in the Euro qualifiers and again in the Nations League this September.
Free Prediction for Greece vs Ireland
Greece, the clear group leader, is playing at home and looks poised for another victory. Our pick is a win for Greece (odds – 1.76).