Austria - Ireland

Austria enter this matchday 5 encounter at the Raiffeisen Arena following a steady run in the UEFA Nations League B Group 3, highlighted by a commanding 3-1 victory over Israel and a successful two-legged progression against Kosovo. Despite missing key figures David Alaba and Patrick Wimmer, they look to the expected XI including Michael Gregoritsch and Konrad Laimer to maintain their momentum. Ireland arrive having navigated their own path through the group, most recently securing a decisive aggregate win over Israel after a 3-0 first-leg success. With Troy Parrott and Adam Idah leading the line, the visitors aim to build on their resilient performances.

The two sides meet on 14 November 2026, renewing a rivalry defined by tight margins. Their most recent meeting on 1 October 2026 ended in a 2-2 draw, echoing a history of closely contested fixtures. As both teams seek to assert their authority in the group, the tactical battle between the expected lineups will be pivotal in deciding the outcome at the Raiffeisen Arena.