Portugal W vs Northern Ireland W preview and prediction
The match
Northern Ireland W travel to face Portugal W in the World Cup Women Qualification Europe on Tuesday 13 October (19:15 WAT).
Form guide
Portugal W's last 5: WLWWW Most recently they beat Northern Ireland W 4–0 away. Goals have not been a problem: 3.0 per game. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Northern Ireland W's last 5: LLLWL Most recently they lost to Portugal W 0–4 at home. They average 1.2 scored and 2.0 conceded.
Portugal W arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.4 points a game against 0.6.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 9 October 2026, finished Northern Ireland W 0–4 Portugal W.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.4 goals: 2.5 for Portugal W and 0.9 for Northern Ireland W. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 67% and both teams to score at 53%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Portugal W 71%, draw 18%, Northern Ireland W 11%.
Both teams to score: yes (53%) at 3.25.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 53% chance at odds of 3.25, above our fair price of 1.89, so there is value in it. Predicted score: Portugal W 2–1 Northern Ireland W. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Portugal W71%fair 1.41 · @1.10
Draw18%fair 5.46 · @7.50
Northern Ireland W11%fair 9.24 · @23.00
3.43Expected goals
2.51Portugal W xG
0.92Northern Ireland W xG
53%Both score
67%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–010%
2–19%
3–09%
1–08%
3–18%
1–17%
From our goals model: Portugal W 2.5 – 0.9 Northern Ireland W expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Portugal W vs Northern Ireland W?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 53% chance, at bookmaker odds of 3.25.
Who will win Portugal W vs Northern Ireland W?
On our numbers Portugal W have a 71% chance of winning, the draw 18% and Northern Ireland W 11%.
How many goals will there be in Portugal W vs Northern Ireland W?
We expect about 3.4 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 67% likely and both teams score 53% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Portugal W vs Northern Ireland W?
Our predicted score is Portugal W 2–1 Northern Ireland W, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.4 goals in total.
When is Portugal W vs Northern Ireland W?
Portugal W vs Northern Ireland W (World Cup Women Qualification Europe) kicks off on Tuesday 13 October 2026 at 19:15 (West Africa Time).
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.