Republic of Ireland vs. Portugal

Portugal has a powerhouse defense, winning five straight while allowing just two goals. That run started after a 1-0 loss to Belgium, the No. 1 ranked team in the world. Portugal hasn't suffered a defeat in any World Cup qualification match since 2016 while allowing just six goals in 15 matches. Portugal brings that stellar defense with them away from home, allowing two goals in their last five road games, including a 1-0 loss at Belgium and a 0-0 scoreless tie at Spain. The Republic of Ireland has home field where they play strong defense, allowing four goals in seven home matches. That includes a 1-0 defeat to Finland, a 1-0 loss to Luxembourg in a World Cup Qualifier, and a quartet of DRAWs versus Serbia (1-1), Azerbaijan (1-1), Wales (0-0), and Bulgaria (0-0). Also, seven of their last eight home contests have sailed UNDER 2.5 goals. Play the UNDER.