We have a Canada v Republic of Ireland prediction for you, plus a breakdown of the betting odds, team news and matchups ahead of Saturday’s early morning fixture.
Canada have their final test before their home World Cup and in ninety minutes have only lost once in their last fifteen matches.
Ireland may not have a World Cup to look forward to, but have only had two defeats in their last twelve ninety-minute games.
Betting Odds
Canada v Republic of Ireland Betting Odds - World Cup Qualifying 2025/26
Team | Odds | Chance |
|---|---|---|
Canada | 11/20 | 64.5% |
Republic of Ireland | 9/2 | 18.2% |
Draw | 14/5 | 26.3% |
Canada are strong 1/2 favourites for this game; Ireland can be backed at odds of 5/1 while the draw is priced at 14/5.
*Odds are correct at the time of writing, but subject to change.
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Handicap Betting
Canada: -1 - 8/5
Republic of Ireland +1 – 11/2
Handicap Draw -1 @ 23/10
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How To Watch
How To Watch Canada v Republic of Ireland
This match kicks off at 12:30 am Irish time on Saturday at the Stade Saputo and will be broadcast live on RTÉ 2 or RTÉ Player.
Form Guides
Canada Form Guide
Canada have been managed by Jesse March since his appointment in May 2024 following spells with Leeds, RB Leipzig , Red Bull Salzburg , New York Red Bulls and Montreal Impact over a cumulative period of thirteen years. He’s been an unreserved success; from 29 matches, he’s guided them to a 41.38% win-rate with 12 wins, 12 draws and only five defeats, giving him the best win or draw record (82.75%) of every coach who’s managed the nation more than fourteen times.
The Canucks are unbeaten in 2026 with a record of two draws and one victory; last year their record was even more impressive with six wins, five draws and one defeat from their twelve games in ninety minutes, which saw them win the Canadian Shield trophy and reach the quarter-finals of CONCAF Gold Cup .
Though starman Alphonso Davies will miss the game through injury, there’s still buckets of talent across their squad including Alistair Johnston , Ismaël Koné and Jonathan David among the names to watch at World Cup 2026 .
Canada’s Last Five Results
Canada 2-0 Uzbekistan | June 1st | Win
Canada 0-0 Tunisia | March 31st | Draw
Canada 2-2 Iceland | March 28th | Draw
Venezuela 0-2 Canada | November 18th | Win
Canada 0-0 Ecuador | November 13th | Draw
2 Wins and 3 Draws
Republic of Ireland’s Form Guide
Heimir Hallgrímsson got the win he clearly so richly wanted at the Aviva against Qatar when, naming his strongest possible side from the start, they managed to navigate a controversial Jack Moylan sending-off to still win 1-0. That means in ninety-minute matches the country has five wins and two draws from their last seven games.
Due to the nature of both their camp earlier this month as well as this current window, there’s naturally been a great deal of change and freshness to both of the squads. This one is no different, with seven jurisdictions covered England , Scotland , Italy , France , Portugal , the Netherlands and, remarkably, four players from the League of Ireland we’re likely to see at least one more debutant in this game .
Though Canada is significantly the tougher game of this two-game window, it’s clear Heimir put more value on the home win at the Aviva . 11 vs 11, there should be a competitive game between both, but it’ll be interesting to see how it goes RE: the subs.
Republic of Ireland’s Last Five Results
Republic of Ireland 2-0 Qatar | May 28th | Win
Grenada 0-5 Republic of Ireland | May 16th | Win
Republic of Ireland 0-0 North Macedonia | March 31st | Draw
Czechia 2-2 Republic of Ireland | March 26th | Draw
Hungary 2-3 Republic of Ireland | November 16th | Win
3 Wins, 2 Losses
Predicted Line Ups
Canada v Republic of Ireland Predicted Lineups
Canada Predicted Starting XI (4-4-2)
GK: Crépeau
RB: Johnston, CB: Bombito, CB: Cornelius, LB: Laryea
RM: Buchanan, CM: Eustaquio, CM: Koné, LM: Millar
CF: David, CF: Larin
Republic of Ireland Predicted Starting XI (3-4-2-1)
GK: Travers
RCB: Coleman, CB: Collins, LCB: O’Shea
RM: Abankwah, CM: Coventry, CM: Hodge, LM: Scales
AM: Ogbene, AM: Umeh
CF: Parrott
Head-To-Head
All-Time Head-To-Head Record
Canada wins: 0
Republic of Ireland wins: 1
Draws: 0
Head-To-Head
Republic of Ireland 3-0 Canada | Friendly | November 18th, 2003
Key Players To Watch
Key Players To Watch
Jonathan David - Canada
The Juventus striker has been prolific since debuting for his country's senior team in 2018, heading into the fixture with a prolific thirty-nine goals from seventy six matches. His pace, intelligent movement and link-up play will be one of the main threats for Canada in this game.
Jonathan David Anytime Goal @ 11/8
Jaden Umeh - Republic of Ireland
We earmarked Jaden before the Qatar game as the man to watch, and though we had to wait until the 74th minute before he made his debut, it was certainly worth the wait. Though the time was short, he still showed he’s arguably the country's most exciting prospect in decades. If it were on talent alone, I think he should start, and I’d back him to make his mark, but I think we may have to wait for another sub appearance.
Prediction & Best Bet
Canada v Republic of Ireland Prediction & Best Bet
Prediction: Canada 2-1 Republic of Ireland
Canada are a solid, well-drilled outfit and head into their final World Cup warm-up fixture in good form.
For Ireland, it’s the final leg of their extended international window, but a significantly rotated squad will make their task more difficult.
If both were at full strength, I think there’s little to separate them, but that’s not the case and the home side should be too strong in the end here.
Betting Tips
Jonathan David Anytime Goal @ 11/8
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Bill is as passionate about Irish football as they come, with an agonising longing to see his country grace a World Cup stage. A League of Ireland devotee and lifelong Man United fan, he knows better than most what sporting heartbreak feels like, and brings that perspective to the BOYLE Sports Blog. With roots in greyhound racing and a curiosity spanning politics, snooker, WWE and beyond, there is rarely a sporting conversation he cannot add to.
