The Republic of Ireland will be targeting back-to-back wins in the UEFA Nations League on October 1 when they host Austria at Aviva Stadium.

Ireland Ready to Build on Dominant Victory

Heimir Hallgrímsson’s Republic of Ireland will have their sights set on back-to-back wins on Thursday after landing a 3-0 away win against Israel on Sunday.

Ireland have been impressive over the last 12 months, having avoided defeat in nine of their last ten. Over that period, they have kept clean sheets in four of their previous six. Troy Parrott has been in top recent form, registering six goal involvements in five appearances.

Brentford defender James Collins has withdrawn from the squad due to injury, and Finn Azaz could be recalled.

Republic of Ireland predicted lineup vs Austria (3-4-3): Kelleher; O’Shea, O’Brien, Kitching; Abankwah, Coventry, Molumby, Manning; Azaz, Parrott, Idah

Austria Aiming to Move Clear at Nations League Summit

Ralf Rangnick’s Austria could move clear of the chasing pack at the top of the Nations League standings with a third straight win on Thursday.

Austria have dominated during the recent international break, scoring six goals overall in wins against Israel and Kosovo. Romano Schmid has been in excellent form, contributing five goal involvements in his previous four starts.

Chukwubuike Adamu has been reliable with two goals in four appearances. Saša Kalajdžić should be fit enough to start in Dublin on Thursday.

Austria predicted lineup vs Republic of Ireland (4-2-3-1): Zawieschitzky; Veratschnig, Affengruber, Danso, Wober; Seiwald, Schlager; Wimmer, Adamu, Schmid; Kalajdžić

Republic of Ireland vs Austria Prediction

  • Safe Tip: Under 3.5 Goals
  • Odds: 1.21 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: JMT7R
  • Correct score prediction: Republic of Ireland 1-1 Austria

Key stats:

  • Under 3.5 goals have been scored in the last three head-to-head encounters.
  • Ireland’s latest four fixtures have seen no more than three goals.
  • No more than three goals have been scored in four of Austria’s previous eight.

A low-scoring clash should be expected at the Aviva Stadium on Thursday, ensuring under 3.5 goals is a standout selection.

No more than three goals have found the back of the net in the previous three head-to-heads between these nations, with the latest ending in a 1-1 draw in June 2017.

Ireland’s matches have also resulted in few goals scored, with their last three seeing no more than three goals registered.

The trends also support Austria’s chances of being involved in a low-scoring affair, as half of their eight most recent internationals have seen under 3.5 goals scored.

Republic of Ireland vs Austria Prediction, Value Tip

  • Value Tip: The Draw
  • Odds: 3.26 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: LT87R

The draw is an interesting value angle worth considering this week. Two of the last four head-to-heads have ended in ties, with both being staged at the Aviva Stadium.

Ireland have avoided defeat in six of their seven internationals in 2026, with three clashes over that period ending level. Austria have also failed to record victories in three of their most recent five fixtures.

Verdict: Under 3.5 Goals (1.21) — Republic of Ireland 1-1 Austria