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

Northern Ireland

L W D L D

5th place in Group H

0-1

26/03/2023 14:45

Finland

L L D D W

3rd place in Group H

UEFA European Championship

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Northern Ireland vs Finland on 26 March 2023 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Northern Ireland vs Finland preview before placing your bet.

Northern Ireland are currently 5th with 9 points after 10 matches.
Finland sit 3rd with 18 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: a draw with probability 30%.
Head-to-head history favors Northern Ireland, who have won 2 of the last 4 meetings. Finland have no wins, while 2 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

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2023-03-26

Northern Ireland vs Finland - Prediction & Odds

Northern Ireland

Finland

2023-03-26 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 26/03/2023

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

01 Denmark	22	10	7	1	2	19	10	9
02 Slovenia	22	10	7	1	2	20	9	11
03 Finland	18	10	6	0	4	18	10	8
04 Kazakhstan	18	10	6	0	4	16	12	4
05 Northern Ireland	9	10	3	0	7	9	13	-4
06 San Marino	0	10	0	0	10	3	31	-28

Head To Head

11/10/2015 11:59

Finland

1 - 1

Northern Ireland

EURO Cup

29/03/2015 11:59

Northern Ireland

2 - 1

Finland

EURO Cup

15/08/2012 14:45

Northern Ireland

3 - 3

Finland

INT CF

16/08/2006 11:59

Finland

1 - 2

Northern Ireland

INT CF

Northern Ireland

50%

Draw

50%

Finland

Northern Ireland Last 6 matches

27/09/2022 14:45

Greece 3 - 1 Northern Ireland UEFA NL

24/09/2022 11:59

Northern Ireland 2 - 1 Kosovo UEFA NL

12/06/2022 09:00

Northern Ireland 2 - 2 Cyprus UEFA NL

09/06/2022 14:45

Kosovo 3 - 2 Northern Ireland UEFA NL

05/06/2022 11:59

Cyprus 0 - 0 Northern Ireland UEFA NL

02/06/2022 14:45

Northern Ireland 0 - 1 Greece UEFA NL

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Finland

12/01/2023 11:59

Finland 0 - 1 Estonia INT FRL

09/01/2023 14:45

Sweden 2 - 0 Finland INT FRL

20/11/2022 09:00

Norway 1 - 1 Finland INT FRL

17/11/2022 13:00

North Macedonia 1 - 1 Finland INT FRL

26/09/2022 14:45

Montenegro 0 - 2 Finland UEFA NL

23/09/2022 14:45

Finland 1 - 1 Romania UEFA NL

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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

Played games

Northern Ireland

Finland

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored

Avg. per game

0.64

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.45

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 10 matches

YesNo

3 (30%)7 (70%)

In last 10 matches

NoYes

6 (55%)5 (45%)

Northern Ireland

Recent matches

Finland

Under /Over

(50%)5 5(50%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)8 3(27%)

Under /Over

(20%)2 8(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)3 8(73%)

Under /Over

(30%)3 7(70%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(55%)6 5(45%)

/Yes

(10%)1 9(90%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(36%)4 7(64%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Northern Ireland

Finland

Shots

Northern Ireland

Total shots

10.90 avg / game

Blocked

33 total

Avg. 3.30

Finland

Total shots

10.82 avg / game

Blocked

34 total

Avg. 3.40

Northern Ireland Pass Finland

Total passes

4311

Avg. 431 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

6084

Avg. 553 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

59%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Northern Ireland

Played games

Finland

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.45

4.60

Corners

4.18

24.50

245

Throw-ins

233

21.18

2.00

Offsides

1.36

1.80

GK saves

2.82

Northern Ireland

DISCIPLINARY

Finland

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.40

1.36

0.10

0.00

10.60

106

Fouls

127

11.55

15.00

150

Tackles

156

14.18

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How We Build the Northern Ireland vs Finland Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Northern Ireland vs Finland on 26 March 2023 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 European Championship 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.

Northern Ireland vs Finland Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Northern Ireland's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Finland'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 European Championship 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 European Championship standings and the UEFA European Championship form table to understand exactly where Northern Ireland and Finland 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 European Championship predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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