The Portuguese national team continues its preparations for the 2026 World Cup qualifying matches. In the event of positive results against Ireland and Hungary, Roberto Martínez’s team can secure their participation in the tournament ahead of schedule.
Portugal - Ireland
On October 11, at the José Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon, the Portuguese national team will play against the Irish national team. Sports analysts consider the hosts to be the favourites and estimate the probability of their victory at 95 - 98%. Analysts at topcasino.net report that bets on the victory of the Portuguese national team are accepted with odds between 1.15 and 1.18. Bets on a draw are stated between 6.29 and 7.90, and the victory of the Irish national team between 18.00 and 21.18.
Notably, in the summer of 2024, Portugal beat Ireland 3-0 in a friendly match in Aveiro. That time, João Félix got one goal, and Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice.
Portugal - Hungary
Three days after the Ireland match, on October 14, the Hungarian national team will visit the José Alvalade stadium. According to sports analysts, the Portuguese national team is once again considered a heavy favourite. Bets on the victory of Roberto Martínez’s team can be placed with odds between 1.23 and 1.25, which corresponds to approximately an 81% probability. For a draw, the odds are 5.78 - 6.40, for Hungary’s victory between 11.00 and 12.81.
Let us remind you that in the first World Cup qualifying match, the Portuguese national team defeated Hungary away by a score of 3-2. The goals were scored by Bernardo Silva, Cristiano Ronaldo and João Cancelo.
Final thoughts
The conducted research points out that the Portuguese national team is close to earning an early place at the 2026 World Cup. The team will play both upcoming matches at home in Lisbon, and in each match, they are considered clear favourites.
