Our Predictions
Austria has won all World Cup qualifiers so far and beat Cyprus 1-0 away last time. The odds of 1.28 reflect their recent form, unbeaten run, and overall squad strength.
In the last meeting, only Austria scored. Cyprus often struggles to find the net against stronger opponents. The odds of 1.62 suggest low likelihood for both teams to score.
Recent head-to-heads have been tight, with just one goal in the last clash. Cyprus is good at keeping scores low at home, making Under 2.5 goals at 2.10 good value.
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Extratips Match Preview: Cyprus vs Austria – World Cup Qualifier Showdown!
Welcome to Extratips, your source for football insight! This World Cup qualifier sees Cyprus host Austria on November 15, 2025, at the Alphamega Stadium. Both sides are hunting crucial points, with Austria fighting for the top of Group H and Cyprus seeking to climb out of the lower half.
Recent odds say the away side has a big edge: Cyprus win at 8.00, draw at 5.50, Austria win at 1.28. Austria sits second with 12 points from 4 games, Cyprus has 4 points from 5, so every point counts.
Historically, Austria has dominated: they beat Cyprus 1-0 in September and the teams drew one other time in 2005. In their last five meetings in all competitions, Austria leads with a win and a draw. Cyprus’ home form is shaky, but they did win one of their last five home matches. Austria, meanwhile, is perfect away recently.
Austria’s strengths? Solid defense, midfield control, and clinical finishers like Arnautovic and Sabitzer. Weaknesses include over-reliance on stars and the occasional slip in concentration. Cyprus battles hard at home, has Pittas in form, but struggles to keep clean sheets and concedes too many chances.
For this match, keep an eye on Austria’s injury list (Wimmer out), Cyprus’ set-piece effectiveness, and whether Pittas can break through. Will Austria’s unbeaten run continue or can Cyprus cause an upset?
Storylines:
- Can Cyprus shock Austria at home?
- Will Austria’s attack break down a determined Cyprus defense?
- Is Pittas set to make a mark against bigger opposition?