Republic of Ireland welcome Finland to the Aviva Stadium in Dublin for their penultimate League B Group 2 fixture in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday evening.

Republic of Ireland: 

The Boys in Green enter Thursday’s crucial matchup in Dublin needing at least a point to steer clear of automatic relegation from League B. Despite some struggles since Heimir Hallgrimsson’s arrival, Ireland managed a 2-1 win over Finland in Helsinki last month, a highlight in a campaign that’s otherwise seen three losses from four games. With scoring challenges at home—having failed to score in eight of their last ten Nations League matches in Dublin—Ireland will rely on a strong defensive setup to avoid slipping into the relegation playoffs. They currently sit third, trailing England by six points, and face a tough trip to Wembley after this match, making a result on home soil all the more essential.

Finland: 

The Eagle-owls’ poor run in 2024 continues, and they find themselves facing relegation pressure with zero points from four group games. Markku Kanerva’s side must secure victory in Dublin to stand a chance of avoiding a drop to League C. Finland have struggled defensively, conceding two or more goals in seven of their last eight games. Though they’ve managed a few goals on the road, including Fredrik Jensen’s winner in a 1-0 victory over Ireland in 2020, Finland’s recent form has been bleak, with four consecutive losses. Another defeat would mark their worst streak since 1994, making this a must-win to restore confidence and fend off relegation concerns.

Prediction: 1-0

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