Heimir Hallgrimsson's Republic of Ireland side began their campaign with a 1-0 loss away to Kosovo before easing to a 3-0 victory over Israel.
And they face a step up in quality against Austria, who reached the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup.
Das Team lost 3-0 to Spain in the World Cup knockout rounds, but there was no disgrace in falling short against the world champions.
Ralf Rangnick's side have responded well and started their Nations League challenge with two 3-1 home wins over Israel and Kosovo.
Austria competed in League A of the Nations League in 2022 and are looking to return to the top tier.
Republic of Ireland v Austria Tips Summary
Best Bet - Draw @ 23/10
Alternative Bet - Jack Moylan to score or assist @ 15/8
Bet Builder - Troy Parrott 1+ shots on target, Jayson Molumby to be carded and Under 4 goals @ 23/5
Republic of Ireland v Austria Prediction
Best Bet: Draw @ 23/10
Austria have been excelling in front of their home fans, but they are usually less effective in away games and may have to settle for a share of the points in Dublin.
Fitness issues are becoming a problem for the Austrians, who have seen Nikolas Veratschnig (knee), Paul Wanner and Michael Grigoritsch (both ankle) sustain injuries over the last two matches.
But head coach Rangnick has a decent pool of talent to choose from, and his team produced a strong performance in Sunday's 3-1 home win over Kosovo, with goals from David Affengruber, Junior Adamu and Carney Chukwuemeka paving the way to another three points.
Austria like to play expansive football, but they haven't kept a clean sheet in six successive games and their suspect defensive record should encourage Ireland, who are a tough team to beat on home soil.
Ireland haven't suffered a home defeat since a 2-0 Nations League loss to Greece in September 2024.
However, they have drawn three of their last eight home fixtures and may have to accept a single point against a strong Austrian side.
Alternative Bet: Jack Moylan to score or assist @ 15/8
Ireland have been looking to add some extra spark and unpredictability to their attack and have been helped in that regard by the emergence of Cardiff attacking midfielder Jack Moylan.
International football seems ideally suited to Moylan, who made a summer switch from Lincoln to Cardiff after playing a pivotal role in the Imps' League One title triumph.
Moylan made his debut for Ireland earlier this year but has already racked up four goals from four international appearances.
The 25-year-old contributed a goal and an assist in Sunday's 3-0 triumph over Israel and can come up with a major moment on matchday three.
Republic of Ireland v Austria Prediction Bet Builder Tip
Troy Parrott 1+ shots on target
Jayson Molumby to be carded
Under 4 goals
Pays 23/5
While Moylan has taken to international football like a duck to water, Troy Parrott has needed more time to adapt to the top level.
However, the 24-year-old Real Betis striker has netted seven international goals since the start of 2025, including the opening goal in the weekend win over Israel.
Parrott should lead the line for a third straight game and can at least force a save from Austria's goalkeeper, Alexander Schlager.
Clinical finishing could be key for both sides, as an evenly matched contest is on the cards with a fairly low-scoring outcome.
The midfield battle will be keenly contested and that will not concern Ireland's tough tackling midfielder Jayson Molumby, who is a regular yellow card recipient.
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Key Match Stats
Ireland have drawn three of their last seven matches
The Boys in Green have lost just one of their last 10 fixtures
Each of Ireland's last four matches have featured less than four goals
Austria have lost just two of their last 11 fixtures
Austria have opened the scoring in seven of their last nine games
Four of Austria's last six matches have featured goals for both teams
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