Republic of Ireland vs Hungary Predictions

• The Republic of Ireland lost four of their final five qualifiers
• The hosts have scored just once across their previous four internationals
• Hungary have won their last three games and topped their qualifying group to make the Euros

Another setback for the Irish

The Republic of Ireland welcome a Hungary side who are prepping for Euro 2024 as the FAI sinks further into turmoil. Having been rumoured to want to replace boss Stephen Kenny for most of last year, he left his post as manager after the Euro 2024 qualifiers in November and he has yet to be replaced.

The Irish are without a win in four having drawn a blank at home to both Belgium and Switzerland in March. They lost four of their final five qualifiers in a dismal campaign where the closest they came to qualifying was losing a rare must-lose game in order to boost their hopes of a place in the play-offs. That never panned out and there’s been little sign of direction since.

The contrast to a rising Hungary team is huge, with the visitors winning three on the spin as they build up to the Euros. Hungary are expected to give a strong account of themselves, led by Liverpool star Dominik Szoboszlai. The midfielder is a real scoring threat for his country, netting in four of his last five games – scoring five times. His quality should shine through in this clash, so back him to net in a win for the visitors.