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Rep. Of Ireland

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28 May 2026

18:45 (UTC+0)

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Qatar

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With rankings not being the primary driver, this friendly between Rep. Of Ireland and Qatar is an opportunity for both nations to assess personnel and tactical approaches. Rep. Of Ireland enters with a more robust recent home record, aiming to build momentum against a Qatar side showing defensive frailties away from home.

Home Motivation

Medium

Away Motivation

Medium

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Key Metrics

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Metric

Away

1.84

xG created per game

All comps (EWMA)

0.66

Rep. Of Ireland's attacking output is nearly three times that of Qatar (1.84 vs 0.66 xG), highlighting a significant creative advantage that should translate into more scoring opportunities.

1.66

Goals scored per game

All comps (EWMA)

0.56

Rep. Of Ireland consistently finds the net more often (1.66 goals per game) than Qatar (0.56 goals per game), a crucial indicator of offensive threat.

11.71

Total shots per game

All comps (EWMA)

6.93

Rep. Of Ireland's higher volume of shots (11.71 vs 6.93) indicates greater offensive intent and pressure, suggesting they will dictate play.

4.29

Corners won per game

All comps (EWMA)

2.47

The disparity in corners won per game (4.29 for Rep. Of Ireland, 2.47 for Qatar) suggests Rep. Of Ireland will spend more time in attacking areas, earning more set-piece opportunities.

50%

Win rate %

All comps at venue

0%

Rep. Of Ireland boasts a 50% win rate at home in their last 10 all-competition matches, compared to a stark 0% win rate for Qatar on the road, underscoring Rep. Of Ireland's significant home advantage.

76%

Pass accuracy %

All comps (EWMA)

83%

Qatar's higher pass accuracy (83% vs 76%) indicates a more composed and technically proficient team when in possession, which could allow them to control tempo if Rep. Of Ireland allows it.

Form & Streaks

Rep. Of Ireland are unbeaten in their last five home matches across all competitions, securing 5 wins in that span.

Qatar have not won any of their last ten away matches in all competitions, drawing five and losing five.

Rep. Of Ireland have won four of their last ten matches across all competitions (4W 4D 2L).

Qatar have lost six of their last ten matches across all competitions (1W 3D 6L).

Tactical Overview

Rep. Of Ireland enters this friendly on home soil with a strong recent home record, having gone unbeaten in their last five home matches across all competitions (5W 3D 2L). They've managed to score 14 goals in those games while conceding only 8, indicating a solid defensive structure and an ability to create chances. Their recent form, despite a couple of draws in the last 10 (4W 4D 2L), shows they are a difficult side to beat. Qatar, conversely, struggles significantly on the road. Their last ten away games yielded just one win and five draws, with a concerning 21 goals conceded against only 7 scored. This suggests a considerable gap in current away-day form between the two sides. Tactically, Rep. Of Ireland averages higher xG created (1.84) compared to Qatar's 0.66, a stark difference that points to offensive dominance. However, Rep. Of Ireland also concedes a higher xG (1.96) than Qatar (1.69), suggesting potential defensive vulnerabilities that Qatar might exploit if they can find a foothold.

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Based on reports

Key Players

For Rep. Of Ireland, Caoimhin Kelleher is a crucial presence in goal and is expected to start. In defense, Nathan Collins will likely captain the team and form a strong partnership with Jake O'Brien. Upfront, Troy Parrott is a key attacking threat who has been in good form, and Chiedozie Ogbene is an impactful forward expected to contribute to the attack.

Absences

Finn Azaz

withdrawal due to injury

OUT

Alan Browne

withdrawal due to injury

OUT

Ryan Manning

withdrawal due to injury

OUT

Home

Key Players

For Rep. Of Ireland, Caoimhin Kelleher is a crucial presence in goal and is expected to start. In defense, Nathan Collins will likely captain the team and form a strong partnership with Jake O'Brien. Upfront, Troy Parrott is a key attacking threat who has been in good form, and Chiedozie Ogbene is an impactful forward expected to contribute to the attack.

Absences

Finn Azaz

withdrawal due to injury

OUT

Alan Browne

withdrawal due to injury

OUT

Ryan Manning

withdrawal due to injury

OUT

Away

Key Players

Qatar will rely on seasoned players like Akram Afif, who is a key forward, to provide offensive impact. Midfielder Assim Madibo is a regular starter who will be central to controlling the game. In defense, Homam Ahmed is expected to contribute to Qatar's solidity at the back.

Absences

Absence information is not yet available. Check back closer to kickoff for confirmed lineups.

Lineup info is never 100% confirmed until matchday. Additional players may be unavailable.

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