Northern Ireland vs. Italy Prediction, Picks & Odds

Dimers' Northern Ireland vs. Italy prediction for the World Cup qualifying play-off match on March 26, 2026 includes win probabilities and picks for the biggest betting markets.
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Northern Ireland
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Mar 26, 3:45 PM ET Stadio Atleti Azzurri d'Italia (Bergamo)
Italy
Mar 26, 3:45 PM ET Stadio Atleti Azzurri d'Italia (Bergamo)
ItalyITA
Score Summary
Northern IrelandNIR
S. Tonali (56')
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M. Kean (80')
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Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Italy
    100.0%
  • Draw
    0.0%
  • Northern Ireland
    0.0%
Win Probability
Match Timeline
88'
Substitution
Substitution for Italy: G. Raspadori replaces M. Kean
83'
Substitution
Substitution for Italy: N. Pisilli replaces S. Tonali
83'
Substitution
Substitution for Italy: M. Palestra replaces M. Politano
80'
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Goal scored for Italy by M. Kean, assisted by S. Tonali
0-2
79'
Substitution
Substitution for Northern Ireland: J. Reid replaces B. Spencer
79'
Substitution
Substitution for Northern Ireland: J. Magennis replaces J. Donley
68'
Substitution
Substitution for Northern Ireland: P. Smyth replaces T. Devlin
64'
Substitution
Substitution for Italy: F. Esposito replaces M. Retegui
63'
Substitution
Substitution for Italy: F. Gatti replaces A. Bastoni
58'
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A. Bastoni (Italy) cautioned
56'
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Goal scored for Italy by S. Tonali
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Northern Ireland vs. Italy: Match prediction & analysis

Dimers' Northern Ireland vs. Italy prediction is powered by a soccer ratings framework applied consistently across every match. We evaluate team strength, recent performance, player involvement, and underlying data signals to deliver clear, data-driven insights.

Match overview

  • Teams: Northern Ireland vs. Italy
  • Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
  • Time: 3:45 PM ET
  • Venue: Stadio Atleti Azzurri d'Italia
  • Tournament: FIFA World Cup qualifying play-offs

Current betting odds

  • Moneyline: Northern Ireland +1400, Italy -325, draw +480
  • Total (Over/Under): 2.5 goals (-125/+106)

Dimers' win & correct score probabilities

  • Northern Ireland: 7.9%
  • Italy: 75.5%
  • Draw: 16.6%

These probabilities are generated using Dimers' World Cup data model, which predicts the most likely outcomes for all major betting markets.

Most likely correct score: Northern Ireland 0-2 Italy (15.1%)

Correct score projections are based on expected scoring patterns. A team can have a higher chance of winning overall, even if the single most likely scoreline is a draw or narrow result.

Who will win Northern Ireland vs. Italy? Prediction & correct score

Italy is the most likely winner of this match with a win probability of 75.5%.

The most likely correct score is Northern Ireland 0-2 Italy.

But the most likely outcomes aren't always the best betting opportunities.

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