Kosovo

Austria enter this contest in strong form after winning both of their group matches by 3-1 scorelines, including the recent meeting between these two sides on September 27. Their attack is averaging three goals per game in the competition, led by creative output from P. Wimmer. Kosovo have shown competence at home with a 1-0 win against Republic of Ireland, but their 3-1 loss in the reverse fixture highlights the gap in attacking depth. Backing Austria to win or draw covers the most probable outcomes while respecting Kosovo's solid home record.

Kosovo have recorded a victory in this group stage with a 1-0 win over the Republic of Ireland, whereas Israel have lost both matches by margins of 3-0 and 3-1. In addition, Kosovo are unbeaten in their two historical encounters with Israel, winning 1-0 and drawing 1-1 in 2023. Backing Kosovo to either win or draw covers the most likely outcomes given Israel's recent defensive vulnerabilities.

Austria have proven difficult to beat on home soil, demonstrated by their 3-1 win over Jordan, while their recent losses came exclusively on the road against elite sides like Spain and Argentina. Kosovo have shown attacking threat on their travels, such as scoring four in Slovakia, but have also shown defensive vulnerability by conceding two in Czechia and three in Slovakia. Backing Austria to secure at least a point provides a solid outcome given their home advantage and Kosovo's inconsistent defending.

Under 2.5 Goals — 68% confidence

Republic of Ireland have maintained a solid defensive record, conceding only three goals in their last five matches while keeping clean sheets against Qatar, Grenada, and FYR Macedonia. Three of Ireland's last four matches have generated under 2.5 goals. Kosovo have also seen low-scoring outcomes in competitive home games, including a 1-0 defeat to Turkiye and a 1-1 draw with Switzerland.

Rep. Of Ireland or Draw — 72% confidence

The Republic of Ireland have remained unbeaten across their last five matches, recording two victories and three draws. Their ability to secure away draws against Czechia (2-2) and Canada (1-1) demonstrates strong resilience on the road. Kosovo have suffered two defeats in their last four matches, including a 1-0 home loss to Turkiye and a 2-1 loss in Czechia, making the away-or-draw double chance a well-supported position.

These two calls are about different parts of the match (total goals and double chance), so neither one determines the other. The figure shown is the lower of the two — a combo can never be more likely than its weaker leg.

Republic of Ireland have maintained a solid defensive record, conceding only three goals in their last five matches while keeping clean sheets against Qatar, Grenada, and FYR Macedonia. Three of Ireland's last four matches have generated under 2.5 goals. Kosovo have also seen low-scoring outcomes in competitive home games, including a 1-0 defeat to Turkiye and a 1-1 draw with Switzerland.

The Republic of Ireland have remained unbeaten across their last five matches, recording two victories and three draws. Their ability to secure away draws against Czechia (2-2) and Canada (1-1) demonstrates strong resilience on the road. Kosovo have suffered two defeats in their last four matches, including a 1-0 home loss to Turkiye and a 2-1 loss in Czechia, making the away-or-draw double chance a well-supported position.