Italy vs Northern Ireland: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 March

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Italy

No standing data

2-0

Italy
Win Probability 71%

26/03/2026 12:45

Northern Ireland

3rd place in FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA)

FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA)

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Italy vs Northern Ireland on 26 March 2026 (kick-off: 12:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Italy vs Northern Ireland preview before placing your bet.

Italy will face Northern Ireland in FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) on March 26, 2026 at 12:45.
Northern Ireland sit 3rd with 9 points from 6 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.25.

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

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

12:45

2026-03-26

Italy vs Northern Ireland - Prediction & Odds

Italy

Northern Ireland

2026-03-26 12:45

STANDINGS UP TO 26/03/2026

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

01 Germany	15	6	5	0	1	16	3	13
02 Slovakia	12	6	4	0	2	6	8	-2
03 Northern Ireland	9	6	3	0	3	7	6	1
04 Luxembourg	0	6	0	0	6	1	13	-12

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

01 Norway	24	8	8	0	0	37	5	32
02 Italy	18	8	6	0	2	21	12	9
03 Israel	12	8	4	0	4	19	20	-1
04 Estonia	4	8	1	1	6	8	21	-13
05 Moldova	1	8	0	1	7	5	32	-27

Head To Head

15/11/2021 12:45

Northern Ireland

0 - 0

Italy

WCPEU

25/03/2021 12:45

Italy

2 - 0

Northern Ireland

WCPEU

11/10/2011 11:45

Italy

3 - 0

Northern Ireland

EURO Cup

08/10/2010 11:45

Northern Ireland

0 - 0

Italy

EURO Cup

06/06/2009 11:50

Italy

3 - 0

Northern Ireland

INT CF

Northern Ireland

60%

Draw

40%

Italy

Italy Last 6 matches

16/11/2025 12:45

Italy 1 - 4 Norway

WCPEU

13/11/2025 12:45

Moldova 0 - 2 Italy

WCPEU

14/10/2025 11:45

Italy 3 - 0 Israel

WCPEU

11/10/2025 11:45

Estonia 1 - 3 Italy

WCPEU

08/09/2025 11:45

Israel 4 - 5 Italy

WCPEU

05/09/2025 11:45

Italy 5 - 0 Estonia

WCPEU

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Northern Ireland

17/11/2025 12:45

Northern Ireland 1 - 0 Luxembourg

WCPEU

14/11/2025 12:45

Slovakia 1 - 0 Northern Ireland

WCPEU

13/10/2025 11:45

Northern Ireland 0 - 1 Germany

WCPEU

10/10/2025 11:45

Northern Ireland 2 - 0 Slovakia

WCPEU

07/09/2025 11:45

Germany 3 - 1 Northern Ireland

WCPEU

04/09/2025 11:45

Luxembourg 1 - 3 Northern Ireland

WCPEU

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Played games

Italy

Northern Ireland

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.30

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.14

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 10 matches

YesNo

9 (90%)1 (10%)

In last 10 matches

NoYes

4 (57%)3 (43%)

Italy

Recent matches

Northern Ireland

Under /Over

(100%)10 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(57%)4 3(43%)

Under /Over

(30%)3 7(70%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)2 5(71%)

Under /Over

(70%)7 3(30%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(43%)3 4(57%)

/Yes

(40%)4 6(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(29%)2 5(71%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Italy

Northern Ireland

Shots

Italy

Total shots

20.40 avg / game

Blocked

63 total

Avg. 7.00

Northern Ireland

Total shots

9.14 avg / game

Blocked

18 total

Avg. 2.57

Italy Pass Northern Ireland

Total passes

5437

Avg. 544 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

60%

Total passes

2085

Avg. 298 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

36%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Italy

Played games

Northern Ireland

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.50

Clean sheets

0.29

7.20

Corners

4.29

20.40

204

Throw-ins

146

20.86

0.90

Offsides

1.00

2.90

GK saves

2.43

Italy

DISCIPLINARY

Northern Ireland

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.40

2.71

0.10

0.14

10.30

103

Fouls

13.29

7.80

Tackles

11.43

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Italy vs Northern Ireland Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Italy vs Northern Ireland on 26 March 2026 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 FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) 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.

Italy vs Northern Ireland Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Italy's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Northern Ireland'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.

FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) 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 FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) standings and the FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) form table to understand exactly where Italy and Northern Ireland 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 FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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