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.
09 Jun,16:45
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Ireland U-21
Qatar U-23
- Summary
Ireland U-21 vs Qatar U-23 Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
Recent Form
Ireland U-21
D
L
Qatar U-23
L
W
L
D
W
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)
D
Qatar U-23 (Away)
L
D
W
L
There is little difference in Ireland U-21's performance across venues.
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)
-
+
-
-
Ireland U-21's defence is dramatically stronger at home compared to away matches.
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)
-
-
+
+
Ireland U-21's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and 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)
-
-
+
+
There is little difference in Ireland U-21's scoring output across venues.
Qatar U-23's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
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Ireland U-21 vs Qatar U-23 Video Content
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Ireland U-21 vs Qatar U-23 Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
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Ireland U-21 vs Qatar U-23 Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Ireland U-21 fielded the below lineup in the last match against Qatar U-23:
In their last match against Uzbekistan U-23 starting lineup of Qatar U-23 was the following:
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