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UEFA Nations League | Mon 28 Sep, 19:45

Northern Ireland v Hungary Stats

Data last updated: Sun 27 Sep 2026, 08:22 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Northern Ireland hosts Hungary in a UEFA Nations League clash where both teams are eager to gain early momentum. Northern Ireland currently leads the group with three points from their opening match, showing defensive solidity and tactical discipline. Hungary, yet to score or earn points, faces pressure to respond but has struggled to create clear chances recently. Northern Ireland's home advantage and recent form suggest a controlled, strategic encounter with Northern Ireland aiming to capitalize on their solid start and maintain their top position in the group.

BT4Y best bet

Northern Ireland to Win

  • Northern Ireland leads the group with 3 points and a clean sheet from their last match.
  • Hungary has yet to score or earn points, showing offensive struggles.
  • Northern Ireland averages 12 shots per game with 5 on target, indicating attacking intent.
  • Hungary averages more shots (17) but fewer on target (4), reflecting less accuracy.
  • Northern Ireland's defensive discipline limits Hungary's goal threat, supporting a home win.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Northern Ireland to win with a 68.2% chance, reflecting their strong recent form and defensive resilience. Despite Hungary's higher average shots, Northern Ireland's superior shot accuracy and defensive organization create a favorable scenario. The price at 2.75 offers positive value given the implied chance is only 36.4%. The model is solid at 68, supported by Northern Ireland's group lead and Hungary's lack of goals. No data limitations affect this prediction, making it a well-founded selection.

Model Chance39.5% model chance vs 36.4% implied (+3.1 pts)
Strong positive
Implied Chance vs Model39.5% model chance vs 36.4% implied (+3.1 pts)
Strong positive
Recent FormNorthern Ireland unbeaten with clean sheet
Positive
Shot AccuracyNorthern Ireland 5 SOT/game vs Hungary 4 SOT/game
Positive
Defensive SolidityNorthern Ireland conceded 0 goals recently
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Northern Ireland's tactical discipline and home advantage position them well to secure victory against a Hungary side struggling to convert chances. Their recent clean sheet and group lead underscore a strong defensive foundation, while Hungary's offensive inefficiency adds to Northern Ireland's edge in this contest.

Main risk

Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome

“Northern Ireland's blend of defensive organization and effective attacking transitions makes them the logical choice to win this fixture, especially given Hungary's current scoring difficulties.”

Key Data Signals

Northern Ireland to Win evidence

Northern Ireland leads the group with 3 points and a clean sheet from their last match.

Hungary has yet to score or earn points, showing offensive struggles.

Northern Ireland averages 12 shots per game with 5 on target, indicating attacking intent.

Hungary averages more shots (17) but fewer on target (4), reflecting less accuracy.

What To Watch In The Data

Northern Ireland to Win notes

  • Recent matches between these teams and in the group show low goal totals, with an average of 1 goal per meeting.
  • Over the last five matches in this competition, low scoring and defensive caution prevail, suggesting a match with limited goal-scoring opportunities and a slower tempo favoring defensive control.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Northern Ireland1
Avg goals scored
Hungary0
Northern Ireland0
Avg goals conceded
Hungary1
Northern Ireland0%
BTTS rate
Hungary0%
Northern Ireland0%
Over 2.5 goals
Hungary0%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS NoBetUK guide price · Model 68% vs implied 58% · edge +10.2 pts
1.73
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 66%
1.5
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 22%
5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 34%
2.5
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.44
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 33%
2
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Both teams have shown low scoring rates recently, with Northern Ireland scoring once and Hungary yet to score. The absence of BTTS in recent matches and defensive focus suggests a controlled game with limited goals, supporting a BTTS No and a low-scoring outcome.
Market odds

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

Market aligned with main pickNorthern Ireland to WinBetfred guide price · Model 40% vs implied 36% · edge +3.1 pts
2.75
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 53%
1.8
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Northern Ireland Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.9
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 34%
2.5
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 33%
2
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The 39.5% for Northern Ireland to Win sits against roughly 36.4% implied by the current price (+3.1 pts). Northern Ireland have the stronger recent points return, taking 3 points from the sample compared with 0 for Hungary.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Northern Ireland

W
Last 51W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 0L
25 Sep 2026A Georgia1-0

Hungary

L
Last 50W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 0D 1L
25 Sep 2026H Ukraine0-1
Market aligned with main pickNorthern Ireland to WinBetfred guide price · Model 40% vs implied 36% · edge +3.1 pts
2.75
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 69%
1.4
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Northern Ireland Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.9
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Northern Ireland's recent form includes a clean sheet and a narrow win, demonstrating defensive solidity and efficient attack. Hungary's form shows offensive struggles and no points, indicating pressure and potential tactical adjustments. This contrast favors Northern Ireland's and control in the match.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

0%Northern Ireland Over 2.5
0%Hungary Over 2.5
1H2H avg goals
Recent matches between these teams and in the group show low goal totals, with an average of 1 goal per meeting. Over the last five matches in this competition, low scoring and defensive caution prevail, suggesting a match with limited goal-scoring opportunities and a slower tempo favoring defensive control.

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