UEFA Nations League 2026/27 · League B · Group 3 · Matchday 3

Ireland vs Austria Prediction, Team News & Super Sub Tips

Thu, 1 Oct 2026 · 19:45 UK · 20:45 CET/CEST · Aviva Stadium, Dublin

Ralf Rangnick's Austria arrive in Dublin with two wins from two, both 3-1, and top League B Group 3. Ireland lost 1-0 in Kosovo, then beat Israel 3-0 with goals from Troy Parrott, Adam Idah and Jack Moylan. Heimir Hallgrímsson made five changes between those games, so expect more changes on Thursday.

Last reviewed 29 Sept 2026 · Team news and odds change — check again close to kick-off.

Kick-off and where to watch

Official schedules checked 29 Sept 2026

Kick-off
Thursday 1 October · 19:45 Irish and UK time
Venue
Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Watch in Ireland
RTÉ2 (coverage from 19:00)
Results so far
Ireland: lost 0-1 v Kosovo, won 3-0 v Israel · Austria: won 3-1 v Israel, won 3-1 v Kosovo

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Prediction
Austria avoid defeat
Best bet
Both teams to score (BTTS)
Kick-off
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 · 19:45 UK · 20:45 CET/CEST
Competition
UEFA Nations League 2026/27 · League B · Group 3
Confidence
Low
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Prediction: Ireland 1-2 Austria

Austria's pressing and form make them favourites even away from home. Ireland's attack found its rhythm against Israel, so we expect them to score.

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1X2

lean Austria or draw.

Goals

Austria have scored three in both games; over 2.5 is a reasonable lean.

BTTS

lean Yes.

Best betting angles

  • BTTS

    Confidence: Low

    Yes

    Austria score freely; Ireland scored three last time out.

  • Double chance

    Confidence: Medium

    Austria or draw

    Two wins from two and the stronger squad.

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Form & tactics

Current form and how the match could play out

🇮🇪 Republic of Ireland

Ireland lost 1-0 in Kosovo, then won 3-0 against Israel with three first-half goals in 25 minutes.

🇦🇹 Austria

Austria beat Israel 3-1 and Kosovo 3-1 and lead Group B3 with six points.

  • Rangnick's Austria press high and play fast after winning the ball. Ireland's build-up from the back will be under pressure all night.
  • Ireland scored three early goals against Israel by going direct. Parrott and Idah give them a physical front two if both start.

Corners

Republic of Ireland vs Austria corners

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Cards

Republic of Ireland vs Austria cards

No referee card data is verified here. Austria's pressing tends to produce fouls in midfield.

Player markets

Player betting angles

  • Anytime scorer

    Confidence: Low

    Troy Parrott

    Scored early against Israel and is Ireland's main finisher. Check he starts.

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Stats & H2H

Republic of Ireland vs Austria stats and head-to-head

Team comparison
StatRepublic of IrelandAustria
FIFA ranking (June 2026)58—
Head coach——

Source: FIFA ranking 11 June 2026; SuperSubBetting World Cup 2026 match log (where held).

Four meetings in 2013-2017 World Cup qualifying: one win each and two draws.

DateCompetitionMatchScore
11 Jun 2017World Cup qualifierRepublic of Ireland v AustriaDublin1-1
12 Nov 2016World Cup qualifierAustria v Republic of IrelandVienna0-1
10 Sept 2013World Cup qualifierAustria v Republic of IrelandVienna1-0
26 Mar 2013World Cup qualifierRepublic of Ireland v AustriaDublin2-2

Team news

Team news, injuries and line-up status

Squad information checked 29 Sept 2026. Starting line-ups are not verified in this preview.

🇮🇪 Republic of Ireland

  • Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu is expected to rejoin the squad after missing the Israel match.
  • Finn Azaz was left out against Israel; Hallgrímsson said he wasn't fit enough to play.
  • Liam Kitching made his debut against Israel.

Line-up information

Starting XI not verified. Check the FAI for the official announcement.

🇦🇹 Austria

  • Konrad Laimer and Carney Chukwuemeka are in the squad. Check the official XI for rotation after two wins.

Line-up information

Starting XI not verified. Check the Austrian federation (ÖFB) for the official announcement.

We do not publish projected line-ups for this match.

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FAQ

Republic of Ireland vs Austria: questions and answers

What time is Ireland vs Austria?

19:45 Irish time on Thursday 1 October 2026 at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin.

What channel is Ireland vs Austria on?

RTÉ2, with coverage from 19:00, according to The Irish Times (28 September).

Is Gavin Bazunu back for Ireland?

He is expected to rejoin the squad for Austria after missing the Israel match.

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