A crucial contest in the lower half of the World International Friendlies table takes place at - on 09 June 2026, where Ireland U-21 host Qatar U-23. Kickoff is scheduled for . With both sides currently battling near the relegation zone, this fixture could play an important role in the survival race.
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Ireland U-21 vs Qatar U-23 Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
Recent Form
Ireland U-21
Qatar U-23
Ireland U-21 are currently going through a difficult run of form. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.
In contrast, Qatar U-23 have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
Recent Form Home/Away
Ireland U-21 (Home)
Qatar U-23 (Away)
Qatar U-23 show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Ireland U-21
Qatar U-23
Ireland U-21 have shown good defensive stability, keeping several clean sheets recently. They look fairly disciplined in defence.
While the numbers are comparable, Qatar U-23 have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Ireland U-21 (Home)
Qatar U-23 (Away)
Qatar U-23's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Ireland U-21
Qatar U-23
Ireland U-21 have been involved in low-scoring games recently. Breaking down games has been a challenge.
In contrast, Qatar U-23 show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Much depends on the opponent.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Ireland U-21 (Home)
Qatar U-23 (Away)
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Qatar U-23.
Scoring Consistency
Ireland U-21
Qatar U-23
Ireland U-21 have struggled to score goals in recent games. They urgently need to improve their attacking efficiency.
In contrast, Qatar U-23 have shown mixed attacking reliability lately. Improving finishing could make a big difference.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Ireland U-21 (Home)
Qatar U-23 (Away)
Qatar U-23's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
