Germany vs Northern Ireland Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 07 Sep 2025

World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Germany vs Northern Ireland

Germany host Northern Ireland in this World Cup qualifying encounter at RheinEnergieSTADION, with kick-off set for 02:45 on Monday 8 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Northern Ireland Can Avoid a Big Loss

Wagering Northern Ireland +2.25 at 1.94 on the Asian Handicap means our stake is divided equally between +2 and +2.5. The scoreline could be competitive when they go up against Germany.

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Germany Won 6-1 in Teams’ Last Encounter

Germany were beaten in their last game. Away from home at National Football Stadium, Slovakia claimed a 2-0 win in the World Cup qualifier. Die Mannschaft dominated possession with 70% of the ball and recorded four shots on target.

Northern Ireland got a World Cup qualifying win in their previous game. It was on their travels where Luxembourg were beaten 3-1 at Stade de Luxembourg. Michael O'Neill's men had 49% possession and six shots on goal, with Jamie Reid, Shea Charles and Justin Devenny finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

These two sides previously met at Deutsche Bank Park, with Germany landing the home Euro 2028 victory. Defeating Northern Ireland by a 6-1 scoreline.

Europe World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Northern Ireland	2	1	0	1	4	4	0	4:4	3
3	Germany	2	1	0	1	3	3	0	3:3	3

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4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.9 goals from 5.7 shots on goal and 15.4 attempts. Germany have had 59.5% possession, 585.4 passes and 5.8 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.4 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 10.5 attempts, while being awarded 4.5 corners.

Tim Kleindienst leads the way with 4 goals, with Florian Wirtz and Deniz Undav scoring 3 each. Joshua Kimmich is the leading assists maker on 6, with goalkeeper Oliver Baumann keeping 2 clean sheets.

Northern Ireland have won 5, lost 3 and drawn 2, with an average of 1.6 goals from 8.2 attempts and 3.8 shots on goal. Michael O'Neill's team average 45.8% possession, 5.4 corners awarded and 3.0 corners against them, while conceding 0.9 goals from 6.7 attempts and 2.5 shots on goal.

Isaac Price has scored 5, followed by Daniel Ballard and Dion Charles with 2 goals apiece. Shea Charles has managed to clock up 4 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Germany confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Oliver Baumann (GK), Antonio Ruediger, Waldemar Anton, Robin Koch, Jamie Leweling, Joshua Kimmich, Pascal Gross, David Raum, Serge Gnabry, Nick Woltemade, Florian Wirtz.

Northern Ireland confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Bailey Peacock-Farrell (GK), Trai Hume, Patrick McNair, Eoin Toal, Conor Bradley, Ethan Galbraith, Shea Charles, Alistair McCann, Justin Devenny, Jamie Reid, Isaac Price.

Germany vs Northern Ireland Prediction & Betting Tips

Our Germany vs Northern Ireland betting outlook has it all, including a trusted match forecast, our predicted score, best corners advice, top player prop picks and a hand-picked bet builder.

Match Prediction

Northern Ireland certainly stand out with a +2.25 goal start at 1.94 when it comes to this World Cup qualifying clash. They can live with their opponents throughout the contest and the Asian Handicap path looks to be the way forward.

Team news plays a valuable role and our football experts are always monitoring the players who have an injury concern. We’ve also got a handle on the form guide, with plenty of World Cup qualifying data provided which puts you in the picture in terms of stats.

Key Germany vs Northern Ireland stats:

• The +2.25 line has been covered by Northern Ireland in 8 consecutive games.
• The +2.25 line has been covered by Northern Ireland in 19 of their last 20 games.
• The +2.25 line has been covered by Northern Ireland in 18 of their last 19 games on the road.
• The -2.25 line hasn’t been covered by Germany in 6 consecutive games.
• The -2.25 line hasn’t been covered by Germany in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The -2.25 line hasn’t been covered by Germany in 17 of their last 20 games.

Northern Ireland +2.25 Probability

The top betting apps make it a 51.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Germany 1 - 0 Northern Ireland

Let’s take a chance on the 7.50 available that Germany secure a 1-0 victory. There’s a nice potential return waiting if we’re able to predict the correct score.

Player Prop Picks

Germany vs Northern Ireland Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Make Germany Huge Favourites

Germany are operating as the colossal 1.13 favourites for this World Cup qualifying clash. This means the bookies give them a 88% chance of victory. Northern Ireland are regarded as a long shot to win and you can back them at 18.00.

There’s a Half-Time Result market should you wish to predict the outcome at the break. Northern Ireland are 11.50 here and the draw is 3.20, with Germany on offer at 1.48.

The Total Goals market indicates that Over 2.5 Goals is the betting favourite right now. The Both Teams to Score No wager is 1.50 and it’s perfect if you anticipate that one side or more will fail to score by the full-time whistle.

The best football betting sites have excellent coverage for the latest World Cup qualifying games. They supply customers with hundreds of markets and it’s down to you to find the best angle.

Florian Wirtz Favourite to Be First Goalscorer

Favourite Florian Wirtz is available at 3.85 to be the First Goalscorer. Similar odds apply if you’re interested in him to score the last goal.

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Germany Stats

Northern Ireland Stats

Full-Time Result

• 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.70 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 4.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 5.70 corners awarded and 3.80 corners against in the last 10 home matches
• An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
• Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

• An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 3.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 3.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
• An average of 8.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 7.20 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
• Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

• An average of 59.50% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 59.60% possession in the last 10 home matches
• Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 9 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

• An average of 45.80% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 49.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
• Most possession in 2 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches

Germany vs Northern Ireland Lineups & Team News

Be prepared — check the Germany vs Northern Ireland team news before wagering. Get the confirmed lineups for the World Cup qualifier plus the newest injury news.