Luxembourg vs Republic of Ireland Predictions

Luxembourg vs Republic of Ireland predictions ahead of this friendly clash on Tuesday. Republic of Ireland visit Luxembourg on Tuesday for an international friendly at Stade de Luxembourg, aiming to test squad depth and build form. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

Friendlies | June 10 2025 at 7:45 pm UK at Stade de Luxembourg

Luxembourg vs Republic of Ireland Predictions

Will Ireland Keep Building or Will Luxembourg Spring a Final Surprise?

• Both Ends Vulnerable: The Republic of Ireland have kept just one clean sheet in their last 11 matches while scoring in all three of their games in 2025.
• Red Lions Can Roar at Home: Luxembourg ended 2024 with a 2-2 home draw against Northern Ireland and scored away in Switzerland earlier this year.
• Goals Not Guaranteed, But Expected: Two of Luxembourg’s last three matches ended 1-0, but Ireland’s fragile backline suggests a different type of match may unfold this time.

Best Bet for Luxembourg vs Republic of Ireland 

Tuesday evening at the Stade de Luxembourg might not set the footballing world alight, but there’s more bubbling beneath the surface than a casual glance might suggest. The Republic of Ireland, edging into a phase of modest optimism under Heimir Hallgrimsson, will be keen to leave a solid final impression before the grind of World Cup qualifying resumes. After holding a physically strong Senegal side to a 1-1 draw last week, the Irish seem to be finding a groove—albeit a slightly uneven one.

On the opposite touchline, Luxembourg find themselves in the midst of a grim stretch. Luc Holtz’s team have stumbled to back-to-back defeats, including a limp 1-0 showing against Slovenia just days ago. Goals have been as rare as a blue moon for the Red Lions, with only five strikes across their last 11 games. And with just two clean sheets in their last 13, the idea that this is a side brimming with defensive solidity is, well, generous.

Yet, this is a friendly. End of season fatigue is real. Expect some rotation, a slower tempo, and a bit of end-of-term sloppiness. But even with all that, there’s a clearer picture forming of where the value lies in this matchup.

Best Bet for Luxembourg vs Republic of Ireland: Both Teams to Score – Yes

After combing through the evidence and leaving no stat unturned, our Best Bet for this encounter is Both Teams to Score – Yes. At BettingTips4You.com, we believe in a one-pick-per-match philosophy because let’s be honest, most punters don’t have the time—or the patience—for four conflicting tips per game. You’re here for the sharpest angle, not a buffet of maybes.

In this case, the numbers and narratives come together like a puzzle that fits a little too snugly.

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Here’s Why This Tip Deserves Your Backing

Let’s begin with the visitors. Ireland have now gone three games in 2025 and have managed to find the net in all of them—but they’ve also conceded in each of those outings. Senegal’s late equaliser last time out wasn’t just annoying; it was emblematic of a wider issue. The Boys in Green might be creating more, but they’re still letting too many slip through at the back. Their record shows just two clean sheets in their last 13 fixtures. Ouch.

Now swing your attention to the hosts. Luxembourg might not be the most prolific side in Europe, but they do have one or two strings to pull. Gerson Rodrigues remains a thorn in the Irish side, having netted in their last infamous meeting in Dublin, and he’s not the sort of player who fades in games like this. Add in the fact they bagged two against Northern Ireland not long ago, and it’s fair to say they know how to exploit a leaky defence when they see one.

Combine that with a Republic backline that still has its flaws—Nathan Collins or not—and what you get is a recipe for a match that features goals at both ends. Hallgrimsson might be quietly optimistic, but the Irish aren’t exactly watertight, especially away from home.

“Luxembourg know where the net is, and Ireland can’t keep it out. This one has ‘goals both ways’ stamped all over it.”
BettingTips4You.com expert quote – Mark Wighan

It might not be a thriller, but it won’t be sterile either.

Predicted Scoreline: Luxembourg 1-2 Republic of Ireland
Expect the Irish to edge it—just. Their attacking depth should be enough to get them over the line, but don’t expect a clean sheet. Not with this defence.

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