Republic of Ireland vs Finland: UEFA Nations League Preview
Key Points
* Ireland and Finland face off in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday. * Ireland are winless in their last three matches, while Finland have won two of their last three. * The match will be played at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.Ireland Team News
Ireland manager Stephen Kenny has named a 23-man squad for the match against Finland. The squad includes several new faces, such as Coventry City defender Callum Doyle and Bristol City midfielder Mark Sykes. Kenny is likely to field a 4-3-3 formation, with Callum Robinson leading the line.
Ireland are without a number of key players for the match, including captain Seamus Coleman, forward Aaron Connolly, and midfielder Conor Hourihane. These absences will be a blow to Kenny's side, who are looking to bounce back from a disappointing defeat to Scotland in their last match.
Finland Team News
Finland manager Markku Kanerva has also named a 23-man squad for the match against Ireland. The squad includes several experienced players, such as goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky and midfielder Tim Sparv. Kanerva is likely to field a 4-4-2 formation, with Teemu Pukki and Joel Pohjanpalo leading the line.
Finland are in good form heading into the match against Ireland. They have won two of their last three matches, including a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in their last match. Kanerva will be hoping that his side can continue their good form and pick up a positive result against Ireland.
Match Preview
The match between Ireland and Finland is likely to be a close affair. Both teams are evenly matched, and both will be looking to pick up a positive result. Ireland will be looking to bounce back from their defeat to Scotland, while Finland will be looking to continue their good form.
The match will be played at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. The stadium is expected to be full, and the atmosphere is sure to be electric. Both teams will be looking to put on a good show for their fans.
Prediction
The match between Ireland and Finland is likely to be a close affair. Both teams are evenly matched, and both will be looking to pick up a positive result. However, Finland are in slightly better form heading into the match, and they may just edge it.
Prediction: Finland 2-1 Ireland