Israel host Republic of Ireland in a UEFA Nations League round 2 fixture on 27 September 2026 at 21:45 in Debrecen on neutral ground. Israel arrive after a 3-1 defeat to Austria and will be without Sayed Abu Farchi, suspended following his red card in that opener. Ireland lost 1-0 to Kosovo in their opening match, creating minimal chances with just 0.25 expected goals from three attempts. Manor Solomon leads Israel's attacking threat. Adam Idah and Jack Moylan are among Ireland's options as Heimir Hallgrímsson seeks improvement after a toothless display.
Form and H2H
Israel have won four of their last ten home matches and scored 1.63 goals per game in that span, though they conceded 1.74 per outing. Over their last three home games specifically, Israel won 67 percent and averaged three goals. Ireland's away record is poor: they won only 20 percent of their last ten road matches and failed to score in 40 percent of them. Ireland's defensive record on the road is stronger, conceding 0.62 goals per game away, but their attacking impotence remains the defining issue.
Best bet
Israel 1-0 Ireland. Israel's home form and Ireland's inability to create chances in open play make a narrow home win the most likely outcome. At Melbet, a home win sits at 3.01. At 1xBet, the same pick trades at 3.08. Mostbet offer 2.92 for Israel to win.
Odds to watch
Israel to win to nil carries value given Ireland's recent struggles in the final third. The draw at 3.26 (Melbet) or 3.34 (1xBet) appeals only if you expect a cagey affair. Ireland's away form suggests they will struggle to break down a settled Israeli defence, making low-scoring outcomes more probable than a competitive scoreline.

















