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France v Northern Ireland Stats

Data last updated: Sun 07 Jun 2026, 03:02 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

France hosts Northern Ireland in a friendly encounter that offers a platform for tactical experimentation and player assessment ahead of more competitive fixtures. France's recent matches have shown a strong attacking intent, scoring multiple goals and maintaining a high BTTS rate, while Northern Ireland has demonstrated a more cautious approach with fewer goals but a solid defensive record. Both teams will look to test offensive combinations and defensive resilience, creating an intriguing dynamic where goals from both sides are plausible despite differing styles and recent outputs.

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Both Teams to Score

  • France has scored in every recent match and has a 100% BTTS rate in latest games.
  • Northern Ireland has kept a tighter defense but still concedes goals in half their recent matches.
  • France averages 12 shots per game with nearly 5 on target, indicating strong attacking pressure.
  • Northern Ireland's attacking players like J. O'Neill contribute consistent shots on target.
  • No previous head-to-head data, making current form and attacking patterns key indicators.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model assigns a 76% chance for both teams to score, supported by France's consistent offensive output and Northern Ireland's moderate defensive concessions. France's perfect BTTS rate and high shot volume underline their attacking threat, while Northern Ireland's attackers maintain respectable shot and goal threat metrics. The absence of head-to-head history places greater emphasis on recent form and player attacking profiles. This combination suggests a strong likelihood of goals from both sides, making BTTS a compelling selection without price warnings or data limitations.

France BTTS Rate100% in recent matches
Strong positive
Northern Ireland BTTS Rate50% in recent matches
Positive
France Average Shots12 per game with 4.67 on target
Strong positive
Northern Ireland Attacking ThreatKey players average 2+ shots on target
Positive
No Head-to-Head DataNo prior meetings to influence prediction
Neutral
Main risk

The main risk is Northern Ireland's defensive discipline and lower goal concession rate, which could limit scoring opportunities and reduce the chance of both teams scoring.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · BTTS rationale

“France's offensive firepower combined with Northern Ireland's willingness to attack creates a fertile ground for goals at both ends, making BTTS a sensible and data-backed pick for this fixture.”

Key Data Signals

Both Teams to Score evidence

France has scored in every recent match and has a 100% BTTS rate in latest games.

Northern Ireland has kept a tighter defense but still concedes goals in half their recent matches.

France averages 12 shots per game with nearly 5 on target, indicating strong attacking pressure.

Northern Ireland's attacking players like J. O'Neill contribute consistent shots on target.

What To Watch In The Data

Both Teams to Score notes

  • Over the last five matches, France has consistently produced games with over 2.5 goals, driven by their high shot volume and attacking intent.
  • Northern Ireland's matches have been lower scoring, but their occasional goals contribute to a balanced goal trend.
  • This mix suggests a moderate tempo with chances for multiple goals, aligning with the BTTS and over 2.5 goals narrative.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

France2
Avg goals scored
Northern Ireland1
France1.33
Avg goals conceded
Northern Ireland0.5
France100%
BTTS rate
Northern Ireland50%
France100%
Over 2.5 goals
Northern Ireland0%
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 76% vs implied 44% · edge +31.6 pts
2.25
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 54%
2.88
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 68%
1.11
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.4
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 32%
2
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 28%
1.57
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France's recent matches have consistently featured goals at both ends, with a 100% BTTS rate, while Northern Ireland has scored in half of their recent games despite a lower over 2.5 goals rate. This contrast highlights France's attacking control and Northern Ireland's opportunistic scoring, supporting the likelihood of goals from both sides.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 76% vs implied 44% · edge +31.6 pts
2.25
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Northern Ireland to WinBetfred guide price · model 29%
21
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Over 8.5 CornersBetUK guide price · model 62%
1.9
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 26%
7.5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.4
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France to WinBet365 guide price · model 55%
1.11
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The Both Teams to Score market reflects France's dominant attacking form and Northern Ireland's moderate defensive record. Although no explicit are provided, the model's 76% suggests the market is well-aligned with the football read, indicating a balanced price without clear value or warning signals.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

France5
Avg corners for
Northern Ireland1.5
France10.33
Avg total corners
Northern Ireland8.5
France2
Avg yellow cards
Northern Ireland1
France12
Avg shots
Northern Ireland9.5
Best odds for this sectionOver 8.5 CornersBetUK guide price · Model 62% vs implied 53% · edge +9.6 pts
1.9
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France averages 5 corners and 12 shots per game, showcasing territorial control and offensive pressure. Northern Ireland's lower corner count and fewer shots reflect a more defensive posture, but their attackers maintain decent shot accuracy. The card averages suggest a moderately physical game, with France slightly more prone to cautions, potentially influencing game tempo and set-piece opportunities.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

France

LWW
Last 52W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 0D 1L
04 Jun 2026H Ivory Coast1-2
29 Mar 2026A Colombia3-1
26 Mar 2026A Brazil2-1

Northern Ireland

WD
Last 51W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 0L
04 Jun 2026H Guinea1-0
31 Mar 2026A Wales1-1
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetMGM guide price · Model 56% vs implied 38% · edge +17.4 pts
2.62
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Northern Ireland to WinBetfred guide price · model 29%
21
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 26%
7.5
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Home / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 81%
1.03
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France to WinBet365 guide price · model 55%
1.11
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France's recent form shows strong offensive output with 2 goals per game and a perfect BTTS record, reflecting an open and attacking approach. Northern Ireland's form is more conservative, scoring less frequently but maintaining a solid defensive record with fewer goals conceded. This contrast suggests a game where France's attack will challenge Northern Ireland's defense, increasing the chance of goals from both sides.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0France wins
0Draws
0Northern Ireland wins
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 76% vs implied 44% · edge +31.6 pts
2.25
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Northern Ireland to WinBetfred guide price · model 29%
21
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 26%
7.5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.4
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France to WinBet365 guide price · model 55%
1.11
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No previous meetings between France and Northern Ireland exist to provide direct historical context. This absence places greater emphasis on recent form and player attacking profiles to assess the likelihood of both teams scoring in this fixture.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

Friendlies

France3
Played
Northern Ireland2
France2
Avg goals for
Northern Ireland1
France1.3
Avg goals against
Northern Ireland0.5
France0
Clean sheets
Northern Ireland1
Best odds for this sectionNorthern Ireland to WinBetfred guide price · Model 29% vs implied 5% · edge +24.4 pts
21
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France to WinBet365 guide price · model 55%
1.11
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Season-long data reveals France's potent attack averaging 2 goals per game and a high BTTS rate, indicating consistent scoring and conceding patterns. Northern Ireland's defensive solidity is evident in their low goals conceded per game, but their attack still manages to score in half of matches. These season stats reinforce the expectation of goals at both ends in this fixture.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%France Over 2.5
0%Northern Ireland Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
Over the last five matches, France has consistently produced games with over 2.5 goals, driven by their high shot volume and attacking intent. Northern Ireland's matches have been lower scoring, but their occasional goals contribute to a balanced goal trend. This mix suggests a moderate tempo with chances for multiple goals, aligning with the BTTS and over 2.5 goals narrative.

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