3 reasons why Ireland will beat Wales in Dublin this evening

Chance to stamp authority on group

Ireland are already in a good position, but victory tonight would certainly stamp their authority on Group D.

O’Neill’s men are currently two points clear of Serbia in second and four points clear of Wales in third, so three points tonight would take them seven points clear of Chris Coleman’s men, and with five games to go, that is a very healthy lead indeed.

And with the top team advancing to the World Cup finals, and the eight best second place team advancing to the play-offs, tonight’s clash represents a great opportunity to further enhance their qualification prospects.

With Wales really in need of three points themselves, that could open it up for Ireland as the game goes on, and with the pace and attacking talent O’Neill has at his disposal, the hosts will fancy their chances of securing all three points tonight.