Slovakia VS Northern Ireland

Slovakia and Northern Ireland meet again in a World Cup Qualifier just days after their clash in Belfast. The reverse fixture ended 2-0 to Northern Ireland, a result that disrupted Slovakia’s momentum but also highlighted how closely matched these two sides are. With Slovakia now back on home soil, this encounter offers a strong chance for redemption, and both teams still have everything to play for in the group. Slovakia start this round placed second in the pool, on nine points. They are three points ahead of third-placed Northern Ireland but tied on nine with leaders Germany. Any of the three nations might finish this round at the top of the group. Slovakia, who lost 2-0 in Northern Ireland, will be banking on a home lift. They haven’t lost a home game in six outings, winning four.