Kickoff: 23 Mar 2025
Ireland
Bulgaria
UEFA Nations League, Venue: Aviva Stadium (Dublin, Ireland)
Match Timeline
Final Time (2-1)
90+2'
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V. Nikolov
90+2'
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N. Collins
89'
S. Shopov (out: I. Gruev)
89'
I. Iliev (out: F. Nürnberger)
84'
2-1
A. Idah
84'
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I. Gruev
82'
J. Taylor (out: J. Knight)
75'
R. Kirilov (out: M. Petkov)
75'
K. Filip (out: G. Milanov)
74'
J. Dunne (out: E. Ferguson)
66'
M. Sykes (out: T. Parrott)
66'
R. Manning (out: R. Brady)
65'
A. Idah (out: M. Johnston)
63'
1-1
E. Ferguson (F. Azaz)
60'
V. Nikolov (out: B. Kraev)
Half Time (0-1)
44'
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J. Knight
40'
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M. Johnston
32'
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S. Petrov
30'
0-1
V. Antov
Statistics
Possession
51%
49%
Corner kicks
5
5
Fouls
12
12
Passes (total)
489
482
Yellow cards
3
3
Shots (total)
14
7
Shots (on target)
5
2
Shots (off target)
5
3
Accurate passes
424
413
Ireland vs Bulgaria Preview Stats
These statistics include important metrics such as Points Per Game, Win Percentage, BTTS, and Over 2.5 Goals. They are based on the last 10 matches (or fewer) across all competitions (including cups, continental leagues, etc). You can find more detailed data under "Teams Form" below.
Points Per Game (Overall)
Ireland
Bulgaria
1.2
1.2
Points Per Game (Home/Away)
Ireland
Bulgaria
1.2
1.17
Win Percentage (Overall)
Ireland
Bulgaria
40%
20%
Win Percentage (Home/Away)
Ireland
Bulgaria
40%
17%
Both Teams To Score (matches - Overall)
Ireland
Bulgaria
30%
40%
Both Teams To Score (matches - Home/Away)
Ireland
Bulgaria
20%
33%
Over 2.5 Goals (matches - Overall)
Ireland
Bulgaria
50%
20%
Over 2.5 Goals (matches - Home/Away)
Ireland
Bulgaria
20%
17%
Ireland vs Bulgaria Key Facts
Both teams are evenly matched in form.
Ireland are 17% better in terms of average goals scored than Bulgaria over the last matches across all competitions.
Bulgaria have allowed 44% fewer goals on average than Ireland over the last matches across all competitions.
Ireland (playing at home) are 20% better in terms of average goals scored than Bulgaria (playing away).
Bulgaria, when playing at away, has been 3% better than Ireland playing at home, in terms of average goals conceded over the last matches.
Referee: Halil Umut Meler
Avg ▊: 4.9
Avg ▊: 0.1
Avg
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: 0.2
Ireland vs Bulgaria Head to Head
Ireland
All Time H2H
6 matches
Bulgaria
Wins
2
Draws
4
Wins
0
8
Goals
5
33.3%
Win Perc.
0%
66.7%
Draw Perc.
66.7%
0%
Lost Perc.
33.3%
BTTS Yes / No
83.3% / 16.7%
2.5 Goals Over / Under
33.3% / 66.7%
Ireland
Recent H2H
3 matches
Bulgaria
Wins
1
Draws
2
Wins
0
3
Goals
2
33.3%
Win Perc.
0%
66.7%
Draw Perc.
66.7%
0%
Lost Perc.
33.3%
BTTS Yes / No
66.7% / 33.3%
2.5 Goals Over / Under
33.3% / 66.7%
Last match between Ireland and Bulgaria was played on 20-03-2025, at Bulgaria's stadium and was won by Ireland with 1-2.
Ireland vs Bulgaria Prediction
How Often Did the Teams Win When They Were Expected To?
Ireland started as the favorite in 4 out of their last 10 matches and successfully upheld that status by winning 4 (100%). This performance is considered excellent.
Bulgaria entered 6 of their last 10 matches as the favorite, maintaining that status in 2 (33%) of those matches with a win. This performance is rated as poor.
Who Will Win?
We believe there is a 59.2% chance that the match will be won by Ireland (strong confidence).
The chances for Bulgaria stand at 15.8%, while the probability of a draw is 24.9%.
Will Both Teams Score?
It appears that only one team will score in this match, with BTTS (No) at 60.9%.
How Many Goals Will Be Scored (Over/Under 2.5)?
We believe that under 2.5 goals will be scored in this match, with strong confidence and a 62% chance.
View Performance of PredictionsMore Chances (by odds)
First To Score
1
X
2
64.1%
11.9%
24%
Confidence: strong
First Half Result
1
X
2
41.3%
45.4%
13.3%
Confidence: moderate
DISCLAIMER:
The predictions provided on this site are for informational purposes only and are not guaranteed outcomes. We strongly recommend to make your own judgments before placing any bets. The site cannot be held responsible or liable for any wins or losses resulting from relying solely on these predictions without independent analysis.
Teams Form (all competitions)
Ireland
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Bulgaria
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10
Matches
10
1.2
Pts/Game (PPG)
1.2
1.2
PPG Home
1.25
1.2
PPG Away
1.17
40%
Win Perc.
20%
40%
Win Perc. Home
25%
40%
Win Perc. Away
17%
0%
Draw Perc.
60%
0%
Draw Perc. Home
50%
0%
Draw Perc. Away
67%
60%
Lost Perc.
20%
60%
Lost Perc. Home
25%
60%
Lost Perc. Away
17%
4 / 0 / 6
Won/Draw/Lost
2 / 6 / 2
2 / 0 / 3
W/D/L Home
1 / 2 / 1
2 / 0 / 3
W/D/L Away
1 / 4 / 1
Teams Goals (all competitions)
Ireland
7 - 18
Bulgaria
6 - 10
7 / 0.7
Scored / Avg
6 / 0.6
3 / 0.6
Scored Home / Avg
3 / 0.75
4 / 0.8
Scored Away / Avg
3 / 0.5
18 / 1.8
Conceded / Avg
10 / 1
6 / 1.2
Conc. Home / Avg
3 / 0.75
12 / 2.4
Conc. Away / Avg
7 / 1.17
3
BTTS Matches
4
30%
BTTS %
40%
20%
BTTS Home
50%
40%
BTTS Away
33%
50%
Over 2.5
20%
50%
Under 2.5
80%
20%
Over 2.5 Home
25%
80%
Under 2.5 Home
75%
80%
Over 2.5 Away
17%
20%
Under 2.5 Away
83%