Ireland vs Bulgaria: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 23 March

Ireland

L W L W L

3rd place in Group B

2-1

23/03/2025 15:45

Bulgaria

D W L D W

2nd place in Group C

UEFA Nations League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Ireland vs Bulgaria on 23 March 2025 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Ireland vs Bulgaria preview before placing your bet.

Ireland are currently 3rd with 6 points after 6 matches.
Bulgaria sit 2nd with 9 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Ireland to win with probability 54%.
Head-to-head history favors Ireland, who have won 1 of the last 6 meetings. Bulgaria have no wins, while 5 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:45

2025-03-23

Ireland vs Bulgaria - Prediction & Odds

Ireland

Bulgaria

2025-03-23 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 23/03/2025

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 England	15	6	5	0	1	16	3	13
02 Greece	15	6	5	0	1	11	4	7
03 Ireland	6	6	2	0	4	3	12	-9
04 Finland	0	6	0	0	6	2	13	-11

Group C	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Northern Ireland	11	6	3	2	1	11	3	8
02 Bulgaria	9	6	2	3	1	3	6	-3
03 Belarus	7	6	1	4	1	3	4	-1
04 Luxembourg	3	6	0	3	3	3	7	-4

Head To Head

18/11/2020 15:45

Ireland

0 - 0

Bulgaria

UEFA NL

03/09/2020 14:45

Bulgaria

1 - 1

Ireland

UEFA NL

10/09/2019 14:45

Ireland

3 - 1

Bulgaria

INT FRL

06/06/2009 13:30

Bulgaria

1 - 1

Ireland

WCPEU

28/03/2009 15:45

Ireland

1 - 1

Bulgaria

WCPEU

18/08/2004 14:30

Ireland

1 - 1

Bulgaria

INT CF

Ireland

17%

Draw

83%

Bulgaria

Ireland Last 6 matches

17/11/2024 13:00

England 5 - 0 Ireland UEFA NL

14/11/2024 15:45

Ireland 1 - 0 Finland UEFA NL

13/10/2024 14:45

Greece 2 - 0 Ireland UEFA NL

10/10/2024 14:45

Finland 1 - 2 Ireland UEFA NL

10/09/2024 14:45

Ireland 0 - 2 Greece UEFA NL

07/09/2024 12:00

Ireland 0 - 2 England UEFA NL

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Bulgaria

18/11/2024 15:45

Bulgaria 1 - 1 Belarus UEFA NL

15/11/2024 15:45

Luxembourg 0 - 1 Bulgaria UEFA NL

15/10/2024 14:45

Northern Ireland 5 - 0 Bulgaria UEFA NL

12/10/2024 12:00

Bulgaria 0 - 0 Luxembourg UEFA NL

08/09/2024 12:00

Bulgaria 1 - 0 Northern Ireland UEFA NL

05/09/2024 14:45

Belarus 0 - 0 Bulgaria UEFA NL

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues UEFA Nations League

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Ireland

Bulgaria

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.67

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored

Avg. per game

0.48

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.96

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 73 matches

YesNo

31 (42%)42 (58%)

In last 73 matches

NoYes

26 (36%)47 (64%)

Ireland

Recent matches

Bulgaria

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(42%)19 26(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Ireland

Bulgaria

Shots

Ireland

Total shots

11.07 avg / game

Blocked

126 total

Avg. 2.74

Bulgaria

Total shots

8.52 avg / game

Blocked

97 total

Avg. 2.49

Ireland Pass Bulgaria

Total passes

19325

Avg. 420 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

16385

Avg. 400 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

45%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Ireland

Played games

Bulgaria

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.34

Clean sheets

0.23

3.99

291

Corners

222

3.04

11.82

863

Throw-ins

822

11.26

1.36

Offsides

1.18

2.21

161

GK saves

151

2.07

Ireland

DISCIPLINARY

Bulgaria

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.45

106

125

1.71

0.07

0.07

8.66

632

Fouls

670

9.18

7.16

523

Tackles

520

7.12

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How We Build the Ireland vs Bulgaria Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Ireland vs Bulgaria on 23 March 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this UEFA Nations League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Ireland vs Bulgaria Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Ireland's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Bulgaria's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

UEFA Nations League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live UEFA Nations League standings and the UEFA Nations League form table to understand exactly where Ireland and Bulgaria sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our UEFA Nations League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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