What are the Most Popular Football Leagues to Bet on?
Discover the best football leagues in the world to bet on beyond the English Premier League.
Football is the world’s most popular sport, of that there is no doubt. There are currently over 3 billion fans enjoying football games around the globe, many of whom play the game for fun as well. However, those who don’t enjoy playing the game, enjoy wagering on it.
Football and Betting
Football has a loyal and dedicated betting audience. Estimates put the total amount of money bet on soccer at over 200 billion dollars, worldwide. The online sports betting market has significantly contributed to the popularity of sports betting, and especially football wagers.For the unaware, online bookies are sites that cover notable sports events, and come out with fair and balanced odds. One of the most notable of these websites is Novibet, a bookie that is famous for its detailed coverage and pretty respectable bonuses.
With online sports betting, many football events have grown in popularity. Which begs the question, what are the most popular football leagues to bet on? In this article, we will answer that very question.
The English Premier League
If we focus on the seasonal leagues that take place every year, then we certainly can’t do a list like this without bringing up the English Premier League. The EPL is England’s top-tier football league, featuring some of the most popular sports clubs worldwide, including Manchester City and Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool.Of course, it is the most popular sports competition in England, but what makes the EPL special is that it gets attention worldwide. When most people consider getting into football, they don’t look at their own local leagues, but rather turn on the English Premier League instead. Naturally, that means that there is a lot of money that goes into betting on the EPL. To be precise, over 60 billion Euros were wagered on the EPL in 2021/2022. Who knows how much that amount has grown since.
The Spanish La Liga
The Spanish League, known in Spain as the Campeonato Nacional de Liga de Prima, and better known as La Liga to the rest of the world, is the second most popular football league in the world. It is to be expected, as it is the stomping ground of Real Madrid, the club that currently holds the honor of being the most popular football club in the world. Real Madrid’s greatest rivals, Barcelona, are also a staple of the league, and its current champions.Much like with the Premier League, La Liga attracts fans from all over the world. Which means it attracts bettors from all over the world. Going by the same statistical analysis done in 2022, estimates state that 42 billion Euros were spent on La Liga wagers during the 2021/22 season. Which places La Liga comfortably on the second spot on our list.
Honorable Mentions
The five major European football leagues are all incredibly popular betting events. We already discussed the EPL and the La Liga, but that doesn’t mean that Bundesliga, Serie A, Euro and Ligue 1 are any less popular. All of these leagues see upwards of tens of billions of Euros in wagers every year.Upcoming Hot Matches
Armenia
Saturday, 07 September 2024
6:00 pm
Latvia
Not at the level of its opponents during the previous Nations League B, Armenia was beaten by Scotland, Ukraine and Ireland and therefore finds itself in League C for this new edition. Following this relegation, Oleksandr Petrakov's men took part in qualifying for Euro 2024. With a very honorable record of 8 points taken in 8 matches, they finished behind Turkey, Croatia and the Country of Wales but ahead of the red lantern, Latvia. Engaged in friendly matches since the start of 2024, Armenia lost to Kosovo 0-1, Czechia 2-1 and Slovenia 2-1 but dominated Kazakhstan at home in June 2-1. Present in Nations League D during the previous edition, Latvia earned the right to move up to the next level thanks to its first place acquired in a group made up of Moldova, Andorra and Liechtenstein.
Subsequently, the Baltics suffered in the qualifiers for Euro 2024. With only 3 points obtained in 8 matches, they finished last in Group D, behind Turkey, Croatia, Wales and Armenia . In the last meeting in June, Latvia lost to Lithuania 0-2 before dominating the Faroe Islands 1-0 in the Baltic Cup.
For Armenia, defender Hambardzumyan (Noah) and midfielder Grigoryan (Farul Constanta) are missing, who were not sufficiently recovered from their physical problems. In addition, promising defender Hakobyan (Valencia) was not called up, nor was striker Adamyan (Cologne). At the forefront, Grant-Leon Ranos (Monchengladbach, 4 goals in 11 games) should take his place. The midfielders Bicharkhchyan (Pogon) and Spertsyan (Krasnodar) represent the future of the selection as do the defenders Mkrtchyan (Osijek) and Arutyunyan (Krasnodar). The elements making up the Latvian group are completely unknown to the general public and none are currently playing.
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Subsequently, the Baltics suffered in the qualifiers for Euro 2024. With only 3 points obtained in 8 matches, they finished last in Group D, behind Turkey, Croatia, Wales and Armenia . In the last meeting in June, Latvia lost to Lithuania 0-2 before dominating the Faroe Islands 1-0 in the Baltic Cup.
For Armenia, defender Hambardzumyan (Noah) and midfielder Grigoryan (Farul Constanta) are missing, who were not sufficiently recovered from their physical problems. In addition, promising defender Hakobyan (Valencia) was not called up, nor was striker Adamyan (Cologne). At the forefront, Grant-Leon Ranos (Monchengladbach, 4 goals in 11 games) should take his place. The midfielders Bicharkhchyan (Pogon) and Spertsyan (Krasnodar) represent the future of the selection as do the defenders Mkrtchyan (Osijek) and Arutyunyan (Krasnodar). The elements making up the Latvian group are completely unknown to the general public and none are currently playing.
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Faroe Islands
Saturday, 07 September 2024
3:00 pm
North Macedonia
Already present at this level during the last League of Nations, the Faroe Islands did not really tremble to ensure maintenance. Indeed, the selection had no trouble getting ahead of Lithuania but had to settle for 3rd place in the group behind Turkey and Luxembourg. After these performances, the Faroese had difficulty existing during the qualifications for Euro 2024. Last in their group with 2 points taken in 8 matches, they finished behind Albania, Czechia, Poland and Moldova . During the last meeting in June, the Faroe Islands lost their 2 Baltic Cup matches played in Estonia 4-1 and in Latvia 1-0.
Like their opponent of the day, North Macedonia won the 3rd place in his Nations League C group during the last edition. The Red Lions, on the other hand, displayed better dispositions during the qualifications for Euro 2024. 4th in group C behind England, Italy and Ukraine, they still managed to pocket 8 points in as many matches , which allowed them to finish ahead of Malta. Engaged in friendly matches last March and June, North Macedonia held off Moldova 1-1 but lost to Montenegro 0-1, Croatia 3-0 and Czechia 2-1.
For the Faroe Islands, we can point out the non-call-up of defender Nattestad (B36), who has not appeared in the selection since November 2023. Aside from defender Andrias Edmundsson (Wisla Plock) and experienced attacker Joan Simun Edmundsson ( 8 goals in 90 sels), which plays...in North Macedonia, all the elements play in the Scandinavian championships and are unknown to the general public.
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Like their opponent of the day, North Macedonia won the 3rd place in his Nations League C group during the last edition. The Red Lions, on the other hand, displayed better dispositions during the qualifications for Euro 2024. 4th in group C behind England, Italy and Ukraine, they still managed to pocket 8 points in as many matches , which allowed them to finish ahead of Malta. Engaged in friendly matches last March and June, North Macedonia held off Moldova 1-1 but lost to Montenegro 0-1, Croatia 3-0 and Czechia 2-1.
For the Faroe Islands, we can point out the non-call-up of defender Nattestad (B36), who has not appeared in the selection since November 2023. Aside from defender Andrias Edmundsson (Wisla Plock) and experienced attacker Joan Simun Edmundsson ( 8 goals in 90 sels), which plays...in North Macedonia, all the elements play in the Scandinavian championships and are unknown to the general public.
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Georgia
Saturday, 07 September 2024
6:00 pm
Czech Republic
For the country's first qualification in an international competition for Euro 2024, Georgia delivered an excellent tournament. After a complicated start in the group stage with a setback against Turkey 3-1 and a draw against the Czech Republic 1-1, Georgia won against Portugal from CR7 2-0 and lost by the score. 4 goals to 1 against Spain in the 1/8 final, future winner. Willy Sagnol's Georgia will aim for a first qualification for the World Cup after this Nations League. Opposite, quarter-finalist of Euro 2021 in England, the Czech Republic intended to qualify for the 1/8 finals of the last Euro 2024.
Within the same group as Georgia against whom it shared points 1 -1, the Czech Republic had fallen early against Portugal 2-1 before falling on the last and final day to Turkey 1-2. Regaining confidence is essential for the Czech Republic after such a failure. This Nations League could allow him to readjust before starting qualifying for the next 2026 World Cup.
A true revelation of the last Euro, goalkeeper Mamardashvili (21 salts, 23 years old) signed with the Liverpool Reds this summer, immediately loaned to Valencia straight away. Up front, Willy Sagnol's Georgia will be able to count on the presence of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (34 salt - 16 goals, Napoli) and Georges Mikautadze (29 salt - 13 goals), 3 times scorer during the last Euro. In midfield, Liga residents Tsitaishvili (Granada, 21 salt - 1 goal), and Kochorashvili (Levante, 12 salt), Finally, the historic Kankava (101 salt - 10 goals) retired. Opposite, the Czech Republic has a more homogeneous squad. Less individuality, but boys capable of making differences in all positions. Without any doubt, the two most famous figures in this selection are T.
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Within the same group as Georgia against whom it shared points 1 -1, the Czech Republic had fallen early against Portugal 2-1 before falling on the last and final day to Turkey 1-2. Regaining confidence is essential for the Czech Republic after such a failure. This Nations League could allow him to readjust before starting qualifying for the next 2026 World Cup.
The last #CZEU21 training session in Prague before the squad will travel to Lithuania ahead of Friday's #U21EURO qualifying match. pic.twitter.com/KoSBwGIiMG
— Czech Football National Team (@ceskarepre_eng) September 4, 2024
A true revelation of the last Euro, goalkeeper Mamardashvili (21 salts, 23 years old) signed with the Liverpool Reds this summer, immediately loaned to Valencia straight away. Up front, Willy Sagnol's Georgia will be able to count on the presence of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (34 salt - 16 goals, Napoli) and Georges Mikautadze (29 salt - 13 goals), 3 times scorer during the last Euro. In midfield, Liga residents Tsitaishvili (Granada, 21 salt - 1 goal), and Kochorashvili (Levante, 12 salt), Finally, the historic Kankava (101 salt - 10 goals) retired. Opposite, the Czech Republic has a more homogeneous squad. Less individuality, but boys capable of making differences in all positions. Without any doubt, the two most famous figures in this selection are T.
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Germany
Saturday, 07 September 2024
8:45 pm
Hungary
Not to their advantage during the last Nations League, Germany did not come far from relegation but ultimately retained its place in the elite thanks to its 3rd place ahead of England. Joshua Kimmich's teammates then hit rock bottom during the 2022 World Cup with elimination in the group stage. Automatically qualified for Euro 2024 as host country, they had a string of disappointing results during the friendly matches which replaced the qualifiers. This pushed the leaders to part ways, in September 2023, with coach Hansi Flick, replaced by Julian Nagelsmann. After a real return to form observed at the start of 2024, the Mannschaft confirmed this summer during the Euro. Attractive in the game, Germany dominated Switzerland, Hungary and Scotland in Group A before defeating Denmark in the 8th 2-0. Unfortunately, Julian Nagelsmann's men fell, without merit, against the future winner, Spain, in the quarter-final 1-2 after extra time.
A nice surprise from the previous Nations League, Hungary created the feat by finishing ahead of Germany and England to ensure its maintenance. The selection even almost qualified for the Final 4 but ultimately finished 2nd in the group with 1 point behind Italy. Absent from the 2022 World Cup, the Magyars then ensured their presence at Euro 2024 with their 1st place in qualifying, ahead of Serbia in particular. Unfortunately, they disappointed in Germany this summer. Hungary had to settle for 3rd place in Group A, ahead of Scotland but behind Germany and Switzerland.
After Euro 2024 several experienced players have decided to retire internationally or simply retire. This is the case of Neuer (Bayern Munich), Gündogan (Man City), Müller (Bayern Munich) and Kroos. In addition, defender Rüdiger (Real Madrid) and winger Sané (Bayern Munich) were not called up. Excellent with the selection this summer, attacking midfielders Musiala (Bayern Munich) and Wirtz (Leverkusen) now represent the present of the Mannschaft. Full-back Kimmich (Bayern Munich) is also present, as are influential attackers Havertz (Arsenal) and Füllkrug (West Ham). With Neuer's international retirement, Ter Stegen (Barcelona) finally takes on the role of starting goalkeeper.
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A nice surprise from the previous Nations League, Hungary created the feat by finishing ahead of Germany and England to ensure its maintenance. The selection even almost qualified for the Final 4 but ultimately finished 2nd in the group with 1 point behind Italy. Absent from the 2022 World Cup, the Magyars then ensured their presence at Euro 2024 with their 1st place in qualifying, ahead of Serbia in particular. Unfortunately, they disappointed in Germany this summer. Hungary had to settle for 3rd place in Group A, ahead of Scotland but behind Germany and Switzerland.
After Euro 2024 several experienced players have decided to retire internationally or simply retire. This is the case of Neuer (Bayern Munich), Gündogan (Man City), Müller (Bayern Munich) and Kroos. In addition, defender Rüdiger (Real Madrid) and winger Sané (Bayern Munich) were not called up. Excellent with the selection this summer, attacking midfielders Musiala (Bayern Munich) and Wirtz (Leverkusen) now represent the present of the Mannschaft. Full-back Kimmich (Bayern Munich) is also present, as are influential attackers Havertz (Arsenal) and Füllkrug (West Ham). With Neuer's international retirement, Ter Stegen (Barcelona) finally takes on the role of starting goalkeeper.
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Greece
Saturday, 07 September 2024
8:45 pm
Finland
Greece, victorious against Portugal of CR7, Figo and Pauleta during the 2004 European Championships, failed to make its ticket 20 years later for the campaign in Germany. Along with the French team and the Netherlands in Group B, the step was probably too high for the Hellenic team, but the selection still finished 3rd, behind these two ogres but ahead of Ireland. Thanks to its promotion to this Nations League B 1st in its League C group, Greece was able to play in the qualifying play-offs for the Euro, but lost on penalties in its first match against the Georgians. Seen for the last time during the last rally in June, during which she played 2 friendlies with logical results: Greece then fell against Germany with a score of 2 goals to 1, and beat Malta with a score of 2 goals to 0. Yet not very flamboyant in the landscape of European football, Finland had obtained its first qualification for an international competition during Euro 2020 played in 2021.
Eliminated in the play-offs by Wales with a score of 4 goals at 1 after very average qualifiers and therefore not qualified for Euro 2024, Finland was seen on the football fields for the last time during the June gathering. She suffered a loss against Portugal 4-2 and a draw against Scotland 2-2. 2nd in its group during the last Nations League, behind Bosnia, Finland returns to League B this year.
Greece has a denser workforce compared to previous years. Indeed, in all positions, we find sure values. Starting with goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos (42 salt, Newcastle). Behind, Premier League players Tsimikas (34 salt, Liverpool) and Mavropanos (27 salt, West Ham United) responded to their coach's call. It is perhaps in midfield that the bottom hurts with "only" the presence of the experienced captains Bakasetas (67 salt - 15 goals) and Mantalos (62 salt - 6 goals), both playing in Greece. A real revelation last year with Pana, Ioanidis (15 goals last year) should start up front. Having played very little at the start of the season with their club, midfielder Kourbelis (Al-Khaleej, 40 sels, 2 goals) and striker Limnios (Pana, 25 sels, 3 goals) were not called up.
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Eliminated in the play-offs by Wales with a score of 4 goals at 1 after very average qualifiers and therefore not qualified for Euro 2024, Finland was seen on the football fields for the last time during the June gathering. She suffered a loss against Portugal 4-2 and a draw against Scotland 2-2. 2nd in its group during the last Nations League, behind Bosnia, Finland returns to League B this year.
Greece has a denser workforce compared to previous years. Indeed, in all positions, we find sure values. Starting with goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos (42 salt, Newcastle). Behind, Premier League players Tsimikas (34 salt, Liverpool) and Mavropanos (27 salt, West Ham United) responded to their coach's call. It is perhaps in midfield that the bottom hurts with "only" the presence of the experienced captains Bakasetas (67 salt - 15 goals) and Mantalos (62 salt - 6 goals), both playing in Greece. A real revelation last year with Pana, Ioanidis (15 goals last year) should start up front. Having played very little at the start of the season with their club, midfielder Kourbelis (Al-Khaleej, 40 sels, 2 goals) and striker Limnios (Pana, 25 sels, 3 goals) were not called up.
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Moldova
Saturday, 07 September 2024
6:00 pm
Malta
Already present in Nations League D during the previous edition, Moldova did not come far from moving up to the next level. Indeed, the selection was ahead of Andorra and Liechtenstein but had to settle for 2nd place with the same number of points as the leader, Latvia. Subsequently, the partners of the former Parisian Virgiliu Postolachi failed to qualify for Euro 2024. However, with 10 points taken in 8 matches, they did not deserve and finished in 4th place in the ranking. , behind Albania, Czechia and Poland but ahead of the Faroe Islands. Engaged in friendlies during the March and June gatherings, Moldova dominated the Cayman Islands 4-0 and Cyprus 3-2, held off North Macedonia 1-1 and was soundly beaten by Ukraine 0- 4.
Logically considered one of the weakest teams in the Old Continent, Malta did not perform well in the last Nations League D with a 2nd place in its group, behind Estonia and ahead of San Marino. Subsequently, the selection accounted for its enormous shortcomings during the qualifiers for Euro 2024 by finishing in last place with no points gleaned in 8 matches, 2 goals scored, 20 goals conceded. Exclusively involved in friendly matches in 2024, Michele Marcolini's men performed better in March with draws against Slovenia 2-2 and Belarus 0-0. They fell back into their bad ways in June, losing to the Czech Republic 7-1 and Greece 2-0.
For Moldova, goalkeeper Avram (Araz-Naxçivan) and striker Clescenco (Petrocub) were not called up even though they were present at the last meeting. The elements making up the selection are for the most part unknown to the general public. We can still mention the presence of defenders Reabciuk (Spartak Moscow), Baboglo (Karpaty Lviv) and Posmac (Boluspor) as well as the experienced midfielder Ionita (without a club, ex-Cagliari). In the offensive field, the influential Nicolaescu (Heerenveen) and Damascan (Maccabi Petah Tikva) take their place. Trained at PSG, striker Postolachi (Cluj) has not scored a single goal during his 21 caps.
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Logically considered one of the weakest teams in the Old Continent, Malta did not perform well in the last Nations League D with a 2nd place in its group, behind Estonia and ahead of San Marino. Subsequently, the selection accounted for its enormous shortcomings during the qualifiers for Euro 2024 by finishing in last place with no points gleaned in 8 matches, 2 goals scored, 20 goals conceded. Exclusively involved in friendly matches in 2024, Michele Marcolini's men performed better in March with draws against Slovenia 2-2 and Belarus 0-0. They fell back into their bad ways in June, losing to the Czech Republic 7-1 and Greece 2-0.
Marcolini names Malta squad ahead of Moldova, Andorra UEFA Nations League matches https://t.co/3TLGcCXCMZ
— maltafootball.com (@maltafootball) September 1, 2024
For Moldova, goalkeeper Avram (Araz-Naxçivan) and striker Clescenco (Petrocub) were not called up even though they were present at the last meeting. The elements making up the selection are for the most part unknown to the general public. We can still mention the presence of defenders Reabciuk (Spartak Moscow), Baboglo (Karpaty Lviv) and Posmac (Boluspor) as well as the experienced midfielder Ionita (without a club, ex-Cagliari). In the offensive field, the influential Nicolaescu (Heerenveen) and Damascan (Maccabi Petah Tikva) take their place. Trained at PSG, striker Postolachi (Cluj) has not scored a single goal during his 21 caps.
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Ukraine
Saturday, 07 September 2024
8:45 pm
Albania
Ukraine is coming out of a very unique Euro. Not dominant, nor ridiculous either, she finished with 4 points on the clock, in last place, and a rather mixed feeling. Indeed, the leader of Group E, Romania, finished in 1st place with a total of... 4 points. However, the opening 3-0 loss against the Romanians condemned Yarmolenko's partners. A success against Slovakia during J2 1-2 will not change anything, only to see it conclude with a very frustrating draw against Belgium against whom Ukraine had the best chances.
This Nations League is a dress rehearsal for the quarter-finalist of the 2006 World Cup who hopes to participate in the campaign which will take place jointly in the USA, Mexico and Canada in 2026. During the last edition, Ukraine finished 2nd from its League B group, behind Scotland but ahead of Ireland and Armenia. Opposite, Albania is gaining more and more importance in the European football landscape. A first participation during Euro 2016, a second during Euro 2024 during which the Balkan team delivered a very good score. A first defeat hard to digest against Squadra Azzurra 2-1, a heroic draw against Croatia 2-2 for a very small defeat during J3 against Spain B 1-0 to conclude this passage in the group of death. Albania is seeking in the future a first participation in a World Cup, and to remain in this League B. Last in its group during the last edition, it was not relegated due to the disqualification of Russia .
Proof that this Ukrainian team is having trouble finding new gems, only 3 players are under 23 years old. Boys like A.Yarmolenko (34 years old, 122 salt - 46 goals) and Taras Stepanenko (35 years old, 85 salt, Shakthar) are always called up. Author of 24 goals in 39 matches with Girona, A.Dovbyk attracted the attention of AS Roma, with whom he signed this summer, but he is out of this gathering after having experienced the first matches without scoring in Serie A. For the remains, defender Denys Popov (Dynami kyiv) as often forfeited, Karavaïev (49 salt - 3 goals) retired, and defender Kryvstov (34 salt, Inter Miami) was not called up, he who plays little with his club. Up front, we will have to reckon with Roman Yaremchuk (Olympiakos, 53 salt – 16 goals).
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This Nations League is a dress rehearsal for the quarter-finalist of the 2006 World Cup who hopes to participate in the campaign which will take place jointly in the USA, Mexico and Canada in 2026. During the last edition, Ukraine finished 2nd from its League B group, behind Scotland but ahead of Ireland and Armenia. Opposite, Albania is gaining more and more importance in the European football landscape. A first participation during Euro 2016, a second during Euro 2024 during which the Balkan team delivered a very good score. A first defeat hard to digest against Squadra Azzurra 2-1, a heroic draw against Croatia 2-2 for a very small defeat during J3 against Spain B 1-0 to conclude this passage in the group of death. Albania is seeking in the future a first participation in a World Cup, and to remain in this League B. Last in its group during the last edition, it was not relegated due to the disqualification of Russia .
Proof that this Ukrainian team is having trouble finding new gems, only 3 players are under 23 years old. Boys like A.Yarmolenko (34 years old, 122 salt - 46 goals) and Taras Stepanenko (35 years old, 85 salt, Shakthar) are always called up. Author of 24 goals in 39 matches with Girona, A.Dovbyk attracted the attention of AS Roma, with whom he signed this summer, but he is out of this gathering after having experienced the first matches without scoring in Serie A. For the remains, defender Denys Popov (Dynami kyiv) as often forfeited, Karavaïev (49 salt - 3 goals) retired, and defender Kryvstov (34 salt, Inter Miami) was not called up, he who plays little with his club. Up front, we will have to reckon with Roman Yaremchuk (Olympiakos, 53 salt – 16 goals).
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Bulgaria
Sunday, 08 September 2024
6:00 pm
Northern Ireland
Far from its splendor of the 1990s, Bulgaria has struggled to do well for several years now. During the last Nations League C, the selection took 2nd place in its group, behind Georgia but ahead of North Macedonia and Gibraltar. Subsequently, the teammates of the striker Despodov performed poorly during the qualifications for Euro 2024. Unable to win 4 draws and 4 defeats, they finished last in a group made up of Hungary, the Serbia, Montenegro and Lithuania. Not really confident, Bulgaria started its Nations League campaign with a good point taken in Belarus last Thursday 0-0.
Already present in Nations League C during the previous edition, Northern Ireland displayed serious limits by settling for 3rd place, behind Greece and Kosovo. The British confirmed their shortcomings during the qualifiers for Euro 2024. Logically superior to the red lantern San Marino, they however finished in penultimate place in the ranking with 9 points taken in 10 matches. Last Thursday, Northern Ireland, on the other hand, launched this Nations League perfectly by taking over Luxembourg 2-0 at home.
Bulgaria has some great assets to offer in its squad, notably with the presence of winger and captain Despodov (PAOK) as well as promising midfielder Gruev (Leeds). On the attacking front, the experienced Kolev (Levski Sofia) should take his place. On the other hand, aligned as playmaker in Belarus, Krastev (Zwolle) was expelled and will therefore be suspended this Sunday. Five players regularly called up with the selection will not play this evening, these are defenders Nedylakov (29 salt) and Hristov (Spezia, 19 salt) as well as midfielder Nedelev (Ludogorets, 44 salt) and offensive players Delev (47 salt). - 5 goals) and Petkov (5 goals). Summoned for this gathering, midfielders Svetoslav Kovachev and Kostadinov are uncertain after having already missed the first match.
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Already present in Nations League C during the previous edition, Northern Ireland displayed serious limits by settling for 3rd place, behind Greece and Kosovo. The British confirmed their shortcomings during the qualifiers for Euro 2024. Logically superior to the red lantern San Marino, they however finished in penultimate place in the ranking with 9 points taken in 10 matches. Last Thursday, Northern Ireland, on the other hand, launched this Nations League perfectly by taking over Luxembourg 2-0 at home.
Bulgaria has some great assets to offer in its squad, notably with the presence of winger and captain Despodov (PAOK) as well as promising midfielder Gruev (Leeds). On the attacking front, the experienced Kolev (Levski Sofia) should take his place. On the other hand, aligned as playmaker in Belarus, Krastev (Zwolle) was expelled and will therefore be suspended this Sunday. Five players regularly called up with the selection will not play this evening, these are defenders Nedylakov (29 salt) and Hristov (Spezia, 19 salt) as well as midfielder Nedelev (Ludogorets, 44 salt) and offensive players Delev (47 salt). - 5 goals) and Petkov (5 goals). Summoned for this gathering, midfielders Svetoslav Kovachev and Kostadinov are uncertain after having already missed the first match.
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Croatia
Sunday, 08 September 2024
8:45 pm
Poland
Reigning finalist of this Nations League following its penalty shootout loss against Spain in June 2023, Croatia intends to remain tough and not let the years gray it to continue to perform. It must be said that the Croatian core is starting to get old and that the young guard is struggling to expose themselves. During the week, on Benfica's pitch at the Estadio Da Luz, the Croats suffered the Portuguese strike force with a 2-1 defeat following in particular the 900th career goal of Mr Cristiano Ronaldo. It is still a 4th match without a victory for the Checkerboard which had not won a single match at the Euro in group B with two draws against Italy 1-1 and Albania 2-2 without forget the spanking conceded against Spain during J1 3-0.
Already three steps behind Portugal and Poland, Modric's partners will have to quickly find a solution otherwise they will already be thinking about remaining in League A. There is another gentleman opposite, and he is Robert Lewandowski, elected man of the match during the week against Scotland in Glasgow with a penalty goal and an assist, the Barcelonan allowed his nation to come home with 3 points and take the lead in this pool 2-3. Great revenge for the Poles who, like Croatia, did not win a match during the group stage at the Euro, with two defeats against the Netherlands 1-2 and Austria 1-3 and a draw against France 1-1.
As we said, the Croatian group is getting old and we can also note the injury absences of boys like Erlic (Bologna), Stanisic (Bayern Munich), Juranovic (Union Berlin), the former Rennais Majer (now potential starter in this selection) as well as attacking midfielder Vlasic (Torino), affected at the Euro. In addition, the experienced midfielder Brozovic (Al Nassr) and the very experienced defender Vida retired internationally after Euro 2024. The old veteran, Luka Modric (Real Madrid, 179 caps) is still faithful to the position, he who would dream of playing in the 2026 World Cup before ending his international career. Ivan Perisic (33 goals in 135 caps) also responded to the call of his coach like Caleta-Car (Lyon), or the Osasuna striker, Ante Budimir (17 goals in La Liga the season last). Note the presence of Kovacic (Man City), Pasalic (Atalanta) and even that of Gvardiol (Man City). A page has been turned in Poland with the rather early retirement of goalkeeper Szczesny (ex-Juventus) and midfielder Grosicki (17 goals in 94 caps). We also note the absence of the former Marseille player, Milik (73 selections, 17 goals), injured before the Euro.
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Already three steps behind Portugal and Poland, Modric's partners will have to quickly find a solution otherwise they will already be thinking about remaining in League A. There is another gentleman opposite, and he is Robert Lewandowski, elected man of the match during the week against Scotland in Glasgow with a penalty goal and an assist, the Barcelonan allowed his nation to come home with 3 points and take the lead in this pool 2-3. Great revenge for the Poles who, like Croatia, did not win a match during the group stage at the Euro, with two defeats against the Netherlands 1-2 and Austria 1-3 and a draw against France 1-1.
As we said, the Croatian group is getting old and we can also note the injury absences of boys like Erlic (Bologna), Stanisic (Bayern Munich), Juranovic (Union Berlin), the former Rennais Majer (now potential starter in this selection) as well as attacking midfielder Vlasic (Torino), affected at the Euro. In addition, the experienced midfielder Brozovic (Al Nassr) and the very experienced defender Vida retired internationally after Euro 2024. The old veteran, Luka Modric (Real Madrid, 179 caps) is still faithful to the position, he who would dream of playing in the 2026 World Cup before ending his international career. Ivan Perisic (33 goals in 135 caps) also responded to the call of his coach like Caleta-Car (Lyon), or the Osasuna striker, Ante Budimir (17 goals in La Liga the season last). Note the presence of Kovacic (Man City), Pasalic (Atalanta) and even that of Gvardiol (Man City). A page has been turned in Poland with the rather early retirement of goalkeeper Szczesny (ex-Juventus) and midfielder Grosicki (17 goals in 94 caps). We also note the absence of the former Marseille player, Milik (73 selections, 17 goals), injured before the Euro.
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Denmark
Sunday, 08 September 2024
6:00 pm
Serbia
Switzerland's opponent during the week, Denmark was helped by the expulsions of Elvedi and Xhaka to score two goals and take the 3 points at home 2-0. Note that in this meeting, each goal was scored after an expulsion. This is just a detail, but it also means that the Swiss were on an equal footing with the Danes. The 8th finalist of the last Euro is still on a good dynamic with only 2 defeats in his last 17 TCC matches for a record of 10 victories and 5 draws. Opposite, Serbia had no luck from the first match falling against the reigning European champion and reigning champion of this Nations League, Spain.
And yet, without complexes, this Serbian selection managed to thwart La Roja's plans with a goalless draw 0-0. Remember that during the European Championship this summer, the Serbs did not win a single match with two parity scores against Slovenia 1-1 and without a goal against Denmark precisely 0-0. The defeat suffered against England in the opening 0-1 finally deprived him of the 1/8th final. It is also always good to remember that Serbia will evolve as promoted following their 1st place in League B during the 3rd edition ahead of Erling Haaland's Norway.
For this gathering, there are a bunch of senior players who are missing. In this case, we can cite Christensen (Barcelona), Maehle (Wolfsburg) and Hojlund (Man United). Note that Ronnow (Union Berlin), O'Riley (Brighton), Daramy (Reims), Skov (without club), Jorgensen (Anderlecht), Jensen (Brentford), Bruun Larsen (Hoffenheim) and Dreyer (Anderlecht) do not have were called for this internship while the legends Kjaer and Delaney have bowed out on the international level. Previously called to fill absences due to injury, young midfielder Maurits Kjergaard (Salzburg) was finally withdrawn. Against Serbia, it was the young defender from Lecce, Dorgu (19 years old) who was celebrating his first selection who opened the goal counter before seeing the new OM player, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (82 sel, 11 goals) conclude the work. Note that Rennes player Gronbaek celebrated his first selection against Switzerland during the week while boys like Schmeichel (106 caps), Eriksen (Man United, 135 caps), Poulsen (Leipzig, 13 goals in 83 caps) and the defensive captains like Andersen (Fulham) and Vestergaard (Leicester) are well in the game.
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And yet, without complexes, this Serbian selection managed to thwart La Roja's plans with a goalless draw 0-0. Remember that during the European Championship this summer, the Serbs did not win a single match with two parity scores against Slovenia 1-1 and without a goal against Denmark precisely 0-0. The defeat suffered against England in the opening 0-1 finally deprived him of the 1/8th final. It is also always good to remember that Serbia will evolve as promoted following their 1st place in League B during the 3rd edition ahead of Erling Haaland's Norway.
For this gathering, there are a bunch of senior players who are missing. In this case, we can cite Christensen (Barcelona), Maehle (Wolfsburg) and Hojlund (Man United). Note that Ronnow (Union Berlin), O'Riley (Brighton), Daramy (Reims), Skov (without club), Jorgensen (Anderlecht), Jensen (Brentford), Bruun Larsen (Hoffenheim) and Dreyer (Anderlecht) do not have were called for this internship while the legends Kjaer and Delaney have bowed out on the international level. Previously called to fill absences due to injury, young midfielder Maurits Kjergaard (Salzburg) was finally withdrawn. Against Serbia, it was the young defender from Lecce, Dorgu (19 years old) who was celebrating his first selection who opened the goal counter before seeing the new OM player, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (82 sel, 11 goals) conclude the work. Note that Rennes player Gronbaek celebrated his first selection against Switzerland during the week while boys like Schmeichel (106 caps), Eriksen (Man United, 135 caps), Poulsen (Leipzig, 13 goals in 83 caps) and the defensive captains like Andersen (Fulham) and Vestergaard (Leicester) are well in the game.
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Gibraltar
Sunday, 08 September 2024
6:00 pm
Liechtenstein
Gibraltar is well recognized in France since it is the opponent against whom the Blues slammed their goals record in a 14-0 match. Present in League C during the 3rd edition, Gibraltar lost its playoff against Lithuania, losing 0-1 in the first leg and 1-0 defeat in the return. In June, the locals participated in two friendly matches for a first defeat against Scotland 2-0 before continuing with a parity score against Wales 0-0 which remains a promising result. On Wednesday evening, the Rouge et Blanc even won the selection of Andorra in a 1-0 friendly, thus ending a drought of 14 games without a win, 13 defeats, 1 draw. Liechtenstein has already participated in one day in this new Nations League campaign, against the other nation present in this group, San Marino.
For the record, San Marino's only victory in its history was against Liechtenstein, and the 2nd as well. And yes, on Thursday evening, the evening visitors lost on the road with the smallest of scores 1-0, already forcing them to win or almost say goodbye to promotion. It has now been 3 years since victory has eluded the Liechtensteiners.
On the Gibraltar paper, there are names missing which are important to note. Let's already talk about Roy Chipolina (75 caps), his partner Jack Sergeant (61 caps), without forgetting the midfielder Ronan (33 caps), and the attackers Coombes (32 caps) and Styche (3 goals in 31 caps) who have not been called up since. 2023. In the offensive sector, Lee Casciaro (3 goals in 64 caps), De Barr (3 goals in selection), or even El Hmidi (8 caps) are well present like the experienced captain Liam Walker (5 goals in 80 caps) and Britto (39 caps). Behind, Joseph Chipolina (61 caps), Olivero (59 caps), Annesley (44 caps), and Jolley (31 caps) are also operational. One of the best players of this selection, Dennis Salanovic (4 goals in 59 caps) was called up but did not take part in the trip to San Marino (injured).
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For the record, San Marino's only victory in its history was against Liechtenstein, and the 2nd as well. And yes, on Thursday evening, the evening visitors lost on the road with the smallest of scores 1-0, already forcing them to win or almost say goodbye to promotion. It has now been 3 years since victory has eluded the Liechtensteiners.
On the Gibraltar paper, there are names missing which are important to note. Let's already talk about Roy Chipolina (75 caps), his partner Jack Sergeant (61 caps), without forgetting the midfielder Ronan (33 caps), and the attackers Coombes (32 caps) and Styche (3 goals in 31 caps) who have not been called up since. 2023. In the offensive sector, Lee Casciaro (3 goals in 64 caps), De Barr (3 goals in selection), or even El Hmidi (8 caps) are well present like the experienced captain Liam Walker (5 goals in 80 caps) and Britto (39 caps). Behind, Joseph Chipolina (61 caps), Olivero (59 caps), Annesley (44 caps), and Jolley (31 caps) are also operational. One of the best players of this selection, Dennis Salanovic (4 goals in 59 caps) was called up but did not take part in the trip to San Marino (injured).
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Luxembourg
Sunday, 08 September 2024
3:00 pm
Belarus
Close to promotion to League B during the previous edition, Luxembourg finished in 2nd place in its group, 2 points behind Turkey. Subsequently, Luc Holtz's men reported on their serious progress during the qualifiers for Euro 2024. With 17 points taken in 10 games, they were only beaten by Portugal and Slovakia before losing the contested play-off in Georgia last March 2-0. Eager to confirm in this League of Nations, Luxembourg unfortunately missed its start with a setback suffered in Northern Ireland last Thursday 2-0. In great difficulty during the previous League of Nations, Belarus had finished, with a record of 3 draws and 3 defeats, bottom of its group made up of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Slovakia.
The selection saved its lead in League C thanks to its position as best last. Then, Carlos Ferrer's protégés showed great resistance during qualifying for Euro 2024. 4th in Group I behind Romania, Switzerland and Israel, they still gleaned 12 points in 10 matches. Last Thursday, Belarus began its Nations League campaign by holding off Bulgaria 0-0 at home.
Luxembourg is obviously counting on its star Leandro Barreiro (57 salts - 2 goals), who has just signed for Benfica Lisbon this summer. Author of 21 goals in 64 caps, Gerson Rodrigues (Chinese championship) should once again start on the attacking front. In the cages, takes place the captain Anthony Moris, eliminated in the 3rd round of qualifying for the Champions League with the USG. On the other hand, it is necessary to highlight the absences of executives Marvin Martins (defender, Austria Vienna), Chris Phillips (57 sel, ex-Metz), brothers Olivier and Vincent Thill (Sébastien is there), and the promising young striker Borges Sanches ( Gladbach).
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The selection saved its lead in League C thanks to its position as best last. Then, Carlos Ferrer's protégés showed great resistance during qualifying for Euro 2024. 4th in Group I behind Romania, Switzerland and Israel, they still gleaned 12 points in 10 matches. Last Thursday, Belarus began its Nations League campaign by holding off Bulgaria 0-0 at home.
Luxembourg is obviously counting on its star Leandro Barreiro (57 salts - 2 goals), who has just signed for Benfica Lisbon this summer. Author of 21 goals in 64 caps, Gerson Rodrigues (Chinese championship) should once again start on the attacking front. In the cages, takes place the captain Anthony Moris, eliminated in the 3rd round of qualifying for the Champions League with the USG. On the other hand, it is necessary to highlight the absences of executives Marvin Martins (defender, Austria Vienna), Chris Phillips (57 sel, ex-Metz), brothers Olivier and Vincent Thill (Sébastien is there), and the promising young striker Borges Sanches ( Gladbach).
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Slovakia
Sunday, 08 September 2024
6:00 pm
Azerbaijan
Already present in Nations League C during the last edition, Slovakia had to settle for 3rd place in its group, ahead of Belarus but behind Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. Subsequently, Milan Skriniar's teammates raised their level of play in order to qualify for Euro 2024 2nd in Group J behind Portugal. In Germany this summer, they created a surprise by coming out of a group made up of Romania, Belgium and Ukraine before falling without merit against England in the round of 16 1-2 after extra time. These results gave a lot of confidence to Slovakia, which began its Nations League campaign with a 0-1 victory in Estonia last Thursday.
During the previous edition of the Nations League, Azerbaijan did not pass far from moving up to League B but ultimately finished 2nd in their group behind Kazakhstan, 3 points behind. After these encouraging performances, the selection did not really confirm itself during the qualifiers for Euro 2024, as evidenced by its 5th place in Group F behind Belgium, Austria and Sweden. Last Thursday, Azerbaijan got off to a bad start in their Nations League C group with a loss at home to Sweden 1-3.
Slovakia has an interesting squad in which we find elements accustomed to the high level at club level. This is particularly the case of goalkeeper Dubravka (Newcastle), defender Skriniar (PSG) and midfielders Lobotka (Naples) and Benes (Union Berlin). These 4 players started against Estonia as did the promising winger Suslov (Hellas Verona) who scored the winning goal. We also find in the offensive sector Haraslin (Sparta Prague) and Bozenik (Boavista). It is still necessary to note the withdrawals of the former Milanese Kucka (several times decisive passer at the Euro), the very good Schranz (3 goals at the Euro, injured) and the replacements Vernon De Marco and Hrosovsky, all present in Germany. For Azerbaijan, the squad is made up of players little known to the general public.
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During the previous edition of the Nations League, Azerbaijan did not pass far from moving up to League B but ultimately finished 2nd in their group behind Kazakhstan, 3 points behind. After these encouraging performances, the selection did not really confirm itself during the qualifiers for Euro 2024, as evidenced by its 5th place in Group F behind Belgium, Austria and Sweden. Last Thursday, Azerbaijan got off to a bad start in their Nations League C group with a loss at home to Sweden 1-3.
Slovakia has an interesting squad in which we find elements accustomed to the high level at club level. This is particularly the case of goalkeeper Dubravka (Newcastle), defender Skriniar (PSG) and midfielders Lobotka (Naples) and Benes (Union Berlin). These 4 players started against Estonia as did the promising winger Suslov (Hellas Verona) who scored the winning goal. We also find in the offensive sector Haraslin (Sparta Prague) and Bozenik (Boavista). It is still necessary to note the withdrawals of the former Milanese Kucka (several times decisive passer at the Euro), the very good Schranz (3 goals at the Euro, injured) and the replacements Vernon De Marco and Hrosovsky, all present in Germany. For Azerbaijan, the squad is made up of players little known to the general public.
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Sweden
Sunday, 08 September 2024
8:45 pm
Estonia
We are a long way from the great years of Sweden all the same, playing in League C of the Nations League, not participating in the last Euro... Nothing very rewarding for the supporters to sink their teeth into. Logically, in the best of all worlds, the Swedes should leave this group and go to League B. Thursday evening, traveling to Azerbaijan, Sweden did the job by winning by two goals 1-3 and will try to confirm this evening at home.
In order to make up for the non-qualification for the European Championship, Viktor Gyökeres' partners participated in two friendlies in June, for a record of two defeats against Denmark 2-1 and Serbia with a saltier score 0-3. On the other side of the median, we find Estonia, very little expected in this group with Sweden and Slovakia against whom it lost Thursday evening, with the smallest score at home 0-1. During the Euro qualifiers, the Estonians did not exist by not winning a single match but they recovered in June, winning the Baltic Cup by beating the Faroese in the semi-final 4-1 and Lithuania in final after the penalty shootout. If we exclude these two successes, Estonia would not have won a match since January 2023 and a record of 15 matches for 13 defeats and 2 draws.
There are major absences to note for the Swedish selection with central defender Lindelof (Man United) and midfielder Emil Forsberg (New York Red Bulls), both on the flank. Initially summoned, senior defender Emil Krafth (Newcastle) withdrew. The usually starting goalkeeper Robin Olsen (Aston Villa, 75 caps), lacking time at the club, was not called up for this gathering like Hjalmar Hekdal (Burnley), and Dahl (AS Roma). To evoke the forces present, let us note the presence of the scorers Isak (double against Azerbaijan) and Gyökeres (Sporting) author of 7 goals in 4 matches in the Portuguese championship. Kulusevski (Tottenham, 40 caps) is also in the game, like midfielders Nanasi (Strasbourg, new Racing player), Jens Cajuste (Ipswich), and Mattias Svanberg (Wolfsburg). In the defensive sector Hien (Atalanta), Ludwig Augustinsson (Anderlecht, 56 caps), Carl Starfelt (Celta Vigo) and Gudmundsson (Lille) responded favorably to the coach's call.
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In order to make up for the non-qualification for the European Championship, Viktor Gyökeres' partners participated in two friendlies in June, for a record of two defeats against Denmark 2-1 and Serbia with a saltier score 0-3. On the other side of the median, we find Estonia, very little expected in this group with Sweden and Slovakia against whom it lost Thursday evening, with the smallest score at home 0-1. During the Euro qualifiers, the Estonians did not exist by not winning a single match but they recovered in June, winning the Baltic Cup by beating the Faroese in the semi-final 4-1 and Lithuania in final after the penalty shootout. If we exclude these two successes, Estonia would not have won a match since January 2023 and a record of 15 matches for 13 defeats and 2 draws.
There are major absences to note for the Swedish selection with central defender Lindelof (Man United) and midfielder Emil Forsberg (New York Red Bulls), both on the flank. Initially summoned, senior defender Emil Krafth (Newcastle) withdrew. The usually starting goalkeeper Robin Olsen (Aston Villa, 75 caps), lacking time at the club, was not called up for this gathering like Hjalmar Hekdal (Burnley), and Dahl (AS Roma). To evoke the forces present, let us note the presence of the scorers Isak (double against Azerbaijan) and Gyökeres (Sporting) author of 7 goals in 4 matches in the Portuguese championship. Kulusevski (Tottenham, 40 caps) is also in the game, like midfielders Nanasi (Strasbourg, new Racing player), Jens Cajuste (Ipswich), and Mattias Svanberg (Wolfsburg). In the defensive sector Hien (Atalanta), Ludwig Augustinsson (Anderlecht, 56 caps), Carl Starfelt (Celta Vigo) and Gudmundsson (Lille) responded favorably to the coach's call.
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Switzerland
Sunday, 08 September 2024
8:45 pm
Spain
Engaged in group 2 of the last Nations League A, Switzerland showed good performances to finish ahead of the Czech Republic and thus ensure its survival. The Nati, on the other hand, had to settle for 3rd place, behind Spain and Portugal. Subsequently, Granit Xhaka's teammates met expectations by qualifying for Euro 2024. They also shone in Germany this summer. Attractive in the game, Murat Yakin's men first came out of their group by shaking the host country, Germany. Then, they quite logically dismissed Italy in the 8th 2-0 before falling cruelly against England in the quarter 1-1, elimination following penalties. Arriving with full confidence to start this Nations League, Switzerland unfortunately lost its first match played in Denmark last Thursday 2-0. It is important to point out that the Nati played outnumbered in the 2nd half.
Back at the highest level since the arrival on the bench of Luis de la Fuente, Spain logically acts as the big favorite in its own right. succession in this League of Nations. During the previous edition, La Roja first dominated its group made up of Portugal, Switzerland and the Czech Republic before defeating, in June 2023, Italy in the semi-finals 2-1 and Croatia in final 1-1, victory following penalties. Subsequently, Rodri's teammates easily booked their ticket to Euro 2024. This summer, they displayed superb quality of play to win the title. Leader of its group, Spain then dominated Georgia in the 8th 4-1, Germany in the quarter 2-1 after extra time, France in the semi 2-1 and England in the final 2-1.
For this poster, Switzerland must deal with the suspensions of defender Elvedi (Monchengladbach) and midfielder Xhaka (Leverkusen), who received a red card against Denmark. Furthermore, the experienced Sommer (Inter), Schär (Newcastle) and Shaqiri (Basel) retired internationally after Euro 2024. Finally, the important winger Ndoye (Bologna) was forced to withdraw from this gathering while that striker Okafor (AC Milan) was not called up. Following Sommer's retirement, Kobel (Dortmund) takes his place in the cages. The usual executives are available like Akanji (Man City), Freuler (Atalanta), Aebischer (Bologna) and Embolo (Monaco). These four elements were starters on the first day. Almost unused during the Euro, midfielder Zakaria (Monaco), very good since the start of the season in Ligue 1, came into play.
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Back at the highest level since the arrival on the bench of Luis de la Fuente, Spain logically acts as the big favorite in its own right. succession in this League of Nations. During the previous edition, La Roja first dominated its group made up of Portugal, Switzerland and the Czech Republic before defeating, in June 2023, Italy in the semi-finals 2-1 and Croatia in final 1-1, victory following penalties. Subsequently, Rodri's teammates easily booked their ticket to Euro 2024. This summer, they displayed superb quality of play to win the title. Leader of its group, Spain then dominated Georgia in the 8th 4-1, Germany in the quarter 2-1 after extra time, France in the semi 2-1 and England in the final 2-1.
For this poster, Switzerland must deal with the suspensions of defender Elvedi (Monchengladbach) and midfielder Xhaka (Leverkusen), who received a red card against Denmark. Furthermore, the experienced Sommer (Inter), Schär (Newcastle) and Shaqiri (Basel) retired internationally after Euro 2024. Finally, the important winger Ndoye (Bologna) was forced to withdraw from this gathering while that striker Okafor (AC Milan) was not called up. Following Sommer's retirement, Kobel (Dortmund) takes his place in the cages. The usual executives are available like Akanji (Man City), Freuler (Atalanta), Aebischer (Bologna) and Embolo (Monaco). These four elements were starters on the first day. Almost unused during the Euro, midfielder Zakaria (Monaco), very good since the start of the season in Ligue 1, came into play.
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Cyprus
Monday, 09 September 2024
6:00 pm
Kosovo
Cyprus has no participation in a Euro, let alone a World Cup. The Cypriot selection does not have much chance of achieving this in the future. Only 1,000,000 inhabitants on this small island, no known players, and moribund performances. Present in Group A of the qualifiers for Euro 2024 Spain, Scotland, Norway, Georgia, the Cypriots lost all their matches and finished in last place -25 difference. Last Friday, they started this Nations League C with a trip to Lithuania to come. The Kosovo team played its first official match in 2016.
It is a young football nation set to grow but which can count on a quality workforce. At the head of the gondola, our thoughts go to Lille E.Zhegrova, the best player on this team. 5th in the last qualifiers for Euro 2024, Kosovo is in Group 2 of League C in which it is favorite along with Romania. Precisely, the 2 ogres of this group faced each other in the Fadil Vokkri in Kosovo last Friday.
11 players among the 22 selected play in the local Cypriot championship. This shows in broad terms the weakness of this small Cypriot nation. However, some talented boys have found refuge in a larger championship. This is the case of goalkeeper Joël Mall (Servette FC, 6 salt), defensive captain Andreou (Charleroi, 15 salt), his friend Ioannou (46 salt, Como 1907), midfielder Kastanos (Hellas Verona, 51 salt ), and to finish with the leading scorer, Ionis Pittas (36 salts - 4 goals). Very present (entrance into the court of play) during his last match. Injured for 1 month, the experienced Christofi (71 salt) is absent, like Sotiriou (59 salt - 12 goals) who plays in Japan. On the other hand, Kosovo has a very good football team.
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It is a young football nation set to grow but which can count on a quality workforce. At the head of the gondola, our thoughts go to Lille E.Zhegrova, the best player on this team. 5th in the last qualifiers for Euro 2024, Kosovo is in Group 2 of League C in which it is favorite along with Romania. Precisely, the 2 ogres of this group faced each other in the Fadil Vokkri in Kosovo last Friday.
11 players among the 22 selected play in the local Cypriot championship. This shows in broad terms the weakness of this small Cypriot nation. However, some talented boys have found refuge in a larger championship. This is the case of goalkeeper Joël Mall (Servette FC, 6 salt), defensive captain Andreou (Charleroi, 15 salt), his friend Ioannou (46 salt, Como 1907), midfielder Kastanos (Hellas Verona, 51 salt ), and to finish with the leading scorer, Ionis Pittas (36 salts - 4 goals). Very present (entrance into the court of play) during his last match. Injured for 1 month, the experienced Christofi (71 salt) is absent, like Sotiriou (59 salt - 12 goals) who plays in Japan. On the other hand, Kosovo has a very good football team.
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Israel
Monday, 09 September 2024
8:45 pm
Italy
In a very modest Group 2 League B over the last 2 seasons with Albania, Iceland and Russia excluded, Israel by remaining undefeated 2 wins - 2 losses has validated its ticket for League A. The big leap is immediate for the premises. They find themselves in a very competitive group which includes Belgium, Italy and France. Last Friday, Israel began the competition with a perilous trip to the Red Devils ahead. The Italians will not say the opposite, Italy's squad for 5-6 years has never been so weak historically.
Although she won a Football Euro in 2021 in England, it is in some ways the tree that hides the forest. Indeed, the Squadra Azzurra did not participate in the last two editions of the World Cup 2018, 2022, a performance witness to a sick Italian football, without forgetting, icing on the cake, this missed Euro 2024 during which it took the door to the 1/8 finals against Switzerland 0-2. Last Friday, Italy traveled to France for its entry into the upcoming Nations League.
Israel presents itself without goalkeepers Peretz (Bayern Munich) and Omri Glazer (Red Star Belgrade), defender Goldberg (Maccabi Haifa), midfielder Dan Glazer (Nizhny Novgorod) and important attackers Zahavi (Maccabi Tel Aviv) and Weissman (Granada ), who were not summoned. The elements making up the selection are little known to the general public. We can still point out the presence of full-back and captain Dasa (Dynamo Moscow), midfielder Gloukh (Salzburg), winger Solomon (Leeds) and promising striker Khalaily (19 years old, Union Sainte Gilloise). Opposite, as announced beforehand, Italy has a very average team. Example: 4-5 years ago, who were the squadra executives? Donnaruma, Chiellini, Barzagli, Verratti, Immobile...
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Although she won a Football Euro in 2021 in England, it is in some ways the tree that hides the forest. Indeed, the Squadra Azzurra did not participate in the last two editions of the World Cup 2018, 2022, a performance witness to a sick Italian football, without forgetting, icing on the cake, this missed Euro 2024 during which it took the door to the 1/8 finals against Switzerland 0-2. Last Friday, Italy traveled to France for its entry into the upcoming Nations League.
Israel presents itself without goalkeepers Peretz (Bayern Munich) and Omri Glazer (Red Star Belgrade), defender Goldberg (Maccabi Haifa), midfielder Dan Glazer (Nizhny Novgorod) and important attackers Zahavi (Maccabi Tel Aviv) and Weissman (Granada ), who were not summoned. The elements making up the selection are little known to the general public. We can still point out the presence of full-back and captain Dasa (Dynamo Moscow), midfielder Gloukh (Salzburg), winger Solomon (Leeds) and promising striker Khalaily (19 years old, Union Sainte Gilloise). Opposite, as announced beforehand, Italy has a very average team. Example: 4-5 years ago, who were the squadra executives? Donnaruma, Chiellini, Barzagli, Verratti, Immobile...
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Montenegro
Monday, 09 September 2024
8:45 pm
Wales
A small nation on the world football stage, Montenegro since its independence has always been chasing a first qualification in an international competition. During the last qualifiers for Euro 2024 in Germany, it's a shame, Montenegro had a very good card to play in a very homogeneous group alongside Hungary, Serbia, Lithuania and Bulgaria. Unfortunately, Montenegro slipped between these 4 nations, in 3rd place, with a total of 11 points. In June, the date of the last rally, the Falcons fell to Belgium 2-0 and Georgia 1-3. Montenegro played Iceland during J1 3 days ago in Northern Europe to come. Opposite, Wales, like British football apart from England, is struggling .
The golden era during which Gareth Bale took his team to the semi-final of Euro 2026 in France against Portugal is over. Wales without the top scorer in its history 111 salt - 41 goals who ended his career in 2022 retired from the World Cup in Qatar, did not have the pleasure of composing his ticket for Euro 2024. Ashamed ! In their last meeting Wales shared the points with Gibraltar 0-0 and lost to Slovakia 4-0. Wales played Turkey in J1 3 days ago.
Touched with his new club Trabzsonpor, Stefan Savic (vice-captain, 73 salts - 9 goals) was still present for this gathering. On the other hand, midfielder Kuc (3 goals in 7 caps), the center holder Vugacevic (Rubin Kazan) and partner of Savic behind, as well as Adzic the young nugget (U19 Juventus Turin) are injured. Present in June, Jankovic (48 caps), Kosovic (34 caps), Savicevic (20 sels), Radulovic (3 caps), Bubanja (1 cape), Bakic (9 caps) were simply not called up (choice) . S.Jovetic still without a club, captain of this selection, and top scorer in its history (36 goals in 78 caps) is present. Although Gareth Bale retired 2 years ago, this team on paper is probably more homogeneous than in the last 10 years. Indeed, there is no shortage of young talents like Neco Williams (38 salt - 4 goals), Ethan Ampadu (52 salt, Leeds United), and Brennan Johnson (28 salt - 3 goals, Tottenham) the new superstar of the Welsh football. At the center forward position, however, we find the aging and slow K.
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The golden era during which Gareth Bale took his team to the semi-final of Euro 2026 in France against Portugal is over. Wales without the top scorer in its history 111 salt - 41 goals who ended his career in 2022 retired from the World Cup in Qatar, did not have the pleasure of composing his ticket for Euro 2024. Ashamed ! In their last meeting Wales shared the points with Gibraltar 0-0 and lost to Slovakia 4-0. Wales played Turkey in J1 3 days ago.
Touched with his new club Trabzsonpor, Stefan Savic (vice-captain, 73 salts - 9 goals) was still present for this gathering. On the other hand, midfielder Kuc (3 goals in 7 caps), the center holder Vugacevic (Rubin Kazan) and partner of Savic behind, as well as Adzic the young nugget (U19 Juventus Turin) are injured. Present in June, Jankovic (48 caps), Kosovic (34 caps), Savicevic (20 sels), Radulovic (3 caps), Bubanja (1 cape), Bakic (9 caps) were simply not called up (choice) . S.Jovetic still without a club, captain of this selection, and top scorer in its history (36 goals in 78 caps) is present. Although Gareth Bale retired 2 years ago, this team on paper is probably more homogeneous than in the last 10 years. Indeed, there is no shortage of young talents like Neco Williams (38 salt - 4 goals), Ethan Ampadu (52 salt, Leeds United), and Brennan Johnson (28 salt - 3 goals, Tottenham) the new superstar of the Welsh football. At the center forward position, however, we find the aging and slow K.
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Norway
Monday, 09 September 2024
8:45 pm
Austria
Erling Haaland's mission is to restore Norway's image in the world football landscape. Indeed, Norway experienced all its best epics between the 1990s and early 2000, with 2 Euros and 1 World Cup. An archi-talented nation of Haaland, Odegaard, Sorloth etc., Norway did not have the opportunity to play the last Euro football tournament in Germany for example. The fault was an obvious lack of concentration in Group A where Scotland had taken 2nd place, 17 points behind Spain, 21 points, the leader. In June 2024, during its last rally, Norway beat Kosovo 3-0 and lost to Denmark 1-3. She played against Kazakhstan last Friday.
Austria since 2008 has taken part in 4 participations in the final stages of one Euro out of 5. A regularity to be highlighted for this golden Austrian generation. In 2024 in Germany, present in a group D where it was promised hell against France and the Netherlands, it was Austria which took the lead in the ranking with 6 points on the clock after successes against in the Netherlands and Poland. Facing Turkey in the 1/8th final, despite being favorites, they lost with a score of 2 goals to 1 on two headed goals from Demiral 1', 59'. Austria played Slovenia this coming Friday.
Defenders Ajer (37 salt, Brentford), Meling (39 salt, Copenhagen), without forgetting midfielder Bobb (8 salt - 2 goals) Manchester City) are not called up, all 3 injured. Elyounoussi (Copenhagen, 55 selections, 10 goals) was not called up for the 2 Nations League matches, without forgetting the midfielders present during the June friendlies Vetlesen (Club Bruges) and Schjelderup (Benfica), choices of the coach . Author of 7 goals in 3 matches (including 2 hat-tricks), E.Haaland has been smashing Premier League defenses since the restart in August. Also a scorer during the Community Shield against United, the Norwegian continues to panic the scorers. The playmaker with 59 caps, captain of this team, M.Odegaard (Arsenal) will be present in his number 10 position behind Haaland alone at the forefront. For the rest, Sörloth (53 salt - 18 goals, A.
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Austria since 2008 has taken part in 4 participations in the final stages of one Euro out of 5. A regularity to be highlighted for this golden Austrian generation. In 2024 in Germany, present in a group D where it was promised hell against France and the Netherlands, it was Austria which took the lead in the ranking with 6 points on the clock after successes against in the Netherlands and Poland. Facing Turkey in the 1/8th final, despite being favorites, they lost with a score of 2 goals to 1 on two headed goals from Demiral 1', 59'. Austria played Slovenia this coming Friday.
Defenders Ajer (37 salt, Brentford), Meling (39 salt, Copenhagen), without forgetting midfielder Bobb (8 salt - 2 goals) Manchester City) are not called up, all 3 injured. Elyounoussi (Copenhagen, 55 selections, 10 goals) was not called up for the 2 Nations League matches, without forgetting the midfielders present during the June friendlies Vetlesen (Club Bruges) and Schjelderup (Benfica), choices of the coach . Author of 7 goals in 3 matches (including 2 hat-tricks), E.Haaland has been smashing Premier League defenses since the restart in August. Also a scorer during the Community Shield against United, the Norwegian continues to panic the scorers. The playmaker with 59 caps, captain of this team, M.Odegaard (Arsenal) will be present in his number 10 position behind Haaland alone at the forefront. For the rest, Sörloth (53 salt - 18 goals, A.
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Romania
Monday, 09 September 2024
8:45 pm
Lithuania
A successful team towards the end of the 1900s with a 1/4 final during the 1994 CDM and a 1/8 final during the 1998 CDM, Romania is today an intermediate team in the world football landscape. However, like its last campaign in an international competition, namely Euro 2024, Romania reached the 1/8 finals, losing very heavily to the Netherlands 3-0. 4th in its group in League B during the last edition of the Nations League, Romania went down to the lower level. They faced Kosovo on the road last Friday for their debut in the new edition to come. Opposite, Lithuania finished in last place in their Nations League C group but did not experience the disappointment of a descent.
It is a very modest nation of a similar level to Luxembourg or the Faroe Islands. 4th in Group G 6 points in 10 matches during its last qualifying campaign for Euro 2024, Lithuania subsequently lost the Baltic Cup on June 11 against Estonia 1-1/3-4 tab for his last official match. Last Friday, the Baltics started this Nations League C by hosting upcoming Cyprus.
Romania welcomes Lithuania with Nita (25 salt, Damac) in its ranks, its defensive captains Dragusin (21 salt, Tottenham) and Andrei Ratiu (21 salt, Rayo). The strength of this team is in the midfield above all where boys like Stanciu (cap, 75 salt), Marin (59 salt, Cagliari), Man (Parma, 28 salt, 7 goals) and Mihaila (Parma, 24 salt ) are radiant. In front of the aptly named G.Puskas should find favor in the eyes of his coach (44 salts - 11 goals).
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It is a very modest nation of a similar level to Luxembourg or the Faroe Islands. 4th in Group G 6 points in 10 matches during its last qualifying campaign for Euro 2024, Lithuania subsequently lost the Baltic Cup on June 11 against Estonia 1-1/3-4 tab for his last official match. Last Friday, the Baltics started this Nations League C by hosting upcoming Cyprus.
Romania welcomes Lithuania with Nita (25 salt, Damac) in its ranks, its defensive captains Dragusin (21 salt, Tottenham) and Andrei Ratiu (21 salt, Rayo). The strength of this team is in the midfield above all where boys like Stanciu (cap, 75 salt), Marin (59 salt, Cagliari), Man (Parma, 28 salt, 7 goals) and Mihaila (Parma, 24 salt ) are radiant. In front of the aptly named G.Puskas should find favor in the eyes of his coach (44 salts - 11 goals).
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Slovenia
Monday, 09 September 2024
8:45 pm
Kazakhstan
A football Euro with ever more teams unfortunately gives rise to this kind of spectacle. Indeed, Slovenia participated in the final stages of the last Euro 2024 this summer without winning a single match. However, she did not come far from winning, like the face-to-face missed by Benjamin Sesko in the 2nd half on a terrible ball from Pepe. In the last qualifiers in which Slovenia took part, they finished 2nd with 22 points. During the previous edition of the Nations League, the Slovenes were already playing in League B but they only finished in 3rd place with 6 points. Slovenia had a meeting with Kevin Danso's Austria last Friday.
During the previous edition of the Nations League, Kazakhstan showed its muscles in its group 3 League C. By finishing in 1st place, 13 points ahead of Azerbaijan 2nd or Slovakia 3rd, it won the right to join League B. Not at all ridiculous during the last qualifiers counting for Euro 2024, Kazakhstan surrendered in 4th place with 18 points on the clock. Never having qualified for an international competition, that is the priority objective for the men from the East now, beaten by Armenia 2-1 and Azerbaijan 3-2 at the last meeting in June. Kazakhstan hosted Norway last Friday.
The captain of Slovenia is Jan Oblak. Among the best goalkeepers in the world for almost 10 years, the Slovenian goalkeeper should honor his 70th selection. The other star of this team is Benjamin Sesko (33 salts - 11 goals, RB Leipzig), a boy who has the potential to become one of the best strikers in the world. Kurtic (92 caps), Ilicic (17 goals in 83 caps), the very active striker Sporar against RC Lens in C4 with his club Pana (12 goals in selection), and the players from Serie A, Stojanovic (Salernitana , 57 sel), Bijol (Udinese, 53 sel), and Lovric (Udinese, 35 caps) are present. Replacement goalkeeper Belec (21 caps) has hung up his boots, while defender Blazic (32 caps), present at the Euro, was not called up in the same way as midfielders Verbic (Panathinaikos, 6 goals in 61 caps) , Toulouse's Zajc (8 goals in 39 caps), Zeljkovic (1 cap), and Zugelj (Bodo-Glimt). Two thirds of the Kazakh players present in the selection this evening play in the local championship. Among them, Nurali Alip (31 salt, Zenit Saint-Pertersburg) is the best element, at least behind.
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During the previous edition of the Nations League, Kazakhstan showed its muscles in its group 3 League C. By finishing in 1st place, 13 points ahead of Azerbaijan 2nd or Slovakia 3rd, it won the right to join League B. Not at all ridiculous during the last qualifiers counting for Euro 2024, Kazakhstan surrendered in 4th place with 18 points on the clock. Never having qualified for an international competition, that is the priority objective for the men from the East now, beaten by Armenia 2-1 and Azerbaijan 3-2 at the last meeting in June. Kazakhstan hosted Norway last Friday.
The captain of Slovenia is Jan Oblak. Among the best goalkeepers in the world for almost 10 years, the Slovenian goalkeeper should honor his 70th selection. The other star of this team is Benjamin Sesko (33 salts - 11 goals, RB Leipzig), a boy who has the potential to become one of the best strikers in the world. Kurtic (92 caps), Ilicic (17 goals in 83 caps), the very active striker Sporar against RC Lens in C4 with his club Pana (12 goals in selection), and the players from Serie A, Stojanovic (Salernitana , 57 sel), Bijol (Udinese, 53 sel), and Lovric (Udinese, 35 caps) are present. Replacement goalkeeper Belec (21 caps) has hung up his boots, while defender Blazic (32 caps), present at the Euro, was not called up in the same way as midfielders Verbic (Panathinaikos, 6 goals in 61 caps) , Toulouse's Zajc (8 goals in 39 caps), Zeljkovic (1 cap), and Zugelj (Bodo-Glimt). Two thirds of the Kazakh players present in the selection this evening play in the local championship. Among them, Nurali Alip (31 salt, Zenit Saint-Pertersburg) is the best element, at least behind.
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Turkey
Monday, 09 September 2024
8:45 pm
Iceland
Leader of its group D during the qualifiers with 17 points ahead of Croatia, Turkey delivered a very high quality Euro 2024. In a group F in which it shared the bill with Czechia, Georgia and Portugal from CR7, Arda Güler's band collected 6 points to take 2nd place. Qualified for the 1/8 finals, Turkey stunned Austria with a score of 2 goals to 1. In the 1/4 finals, after opening the scoring in the first half, Turkey thought it would achieve the feat, but it was without taking into account the return of the Batavians in the 2nd act 1-2 and the Turkish clumsiness in the last gesture. Turkey faced Wales last Friday for their entry into the upcoming Nations League. On the other hand, Iceland also experienced thrills during the European Championships.
In this case for the Icelandic people it was in 2016, a Euro in France during which the team from Northern Europe won England in the round of 16 1-0 and lost to the Icelandic team. France in the quarter-finals. Present in Group J of qualifying for Euro 2024 alongside Portugal, 30 points, full score, leader, Iceland was well ahead of Luxembourg 3rd, 17 points, proof once again of the decline of this selection. Last Friday, Iceland hosted Montenegro in a match within their reach to start this upcoming Nations League.
In this Turkish squad, injuries and unavailability are numerous. Indeed, probably the best Turk during the last Euro, Kadioglu (Brighton) is injured, the same for Kaplan (present at the Euro, Ajax, not a selection), Özcakar (Valladolid) and Akgün (Galatasaray). Enes Unal (Bournemouth), Ünder (ex-OM, now Fenerbahce) and defenders Kabak (Hoffenheim), and Yilmaz (Rangers) are also injured. By decision of the coach, the attackers Tosun (Fenerbahce, 21 goals in 53 selections), Yacizi (without club, ex-Lille), Yildirim (Getafe, 2 goals in 3 appearances for selection) were not called up for this first meeting after the Euro. The crack Arda Güler (Real Madrid, 2 goals in 12 seasons), the nugget Yildiz (Juventus), from Akturkoglu who joined Benfica this summer, the captain Hakan Calhanoglu (Inter, 90 seasons), Köckü (Benfica, 32 caps) or even Salih Özcan (Wolfsburg, 22 appearances for the selection) responded. Injured with Fiorentina since the start of the season, the new headliner of the Icelandic selection Albert Gudmundsson is out.
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In this case for the Icelandic people it was in 2016, a Euro in France during which the team from Northern Europe won England in the round of 16 1-0 and lost to the Icelandic team. France in the quarter-finals. Present in Group J of qualifying for Euro 2024 alongside Portugal, 30 points, full score, leader, Iceland was well ahead of Luxembourg 3rd, 17 points, proof once again of the decline of this selection. Last Friday, Iceland hosted Montenegro in a match within their reach to start this upcoming Nations League.
In this Turkish squad, injuries and unavailability are numerous. Indeed, probably the best Turk during the last Euro, Kadioglu (Brighton) is injured, the same for Kaplan (present at the Euro, Ajax, not a selection), Özcakar (Valladolid) and Akgün (Galatasaray). Enes Unal (Bournemouth), Ünder (ex-OM, now Fenerbahce) and defenders Kabak (Hoffenheim), and Yilmaz (Rangers) are also injured. By decision of the coach, the attackers Tosun (Fenerbahce, 21 goals in 53 selections), Yacizi (without club, ex-Lille), Yildirim (Getafe, 2 goals in 3 appearances for selection) were not called up for this first meeting after the Euro. The crack Arda Güler (Real Madrid, 2 goals in 12 seasons), the nugget Yildiz (Juventus), from Akturkoglu who joined Benfica this summer, the captain Hakan Calhanoglu (Inter, 90 seasons), Köckü (Benfica, 32 caps) or even Salih Özcan (Wolfsburg, 22 appearances for the selection) responded. Injured with Fiorentina since the start of the season, the new headliner of the Icelandic selection Albert Gudmundsson is out.
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Chile
Tuesday, 10 September 2024
11:00 pm
Bolivia
Not qualified for the last World Cup, Chile is playing big in these qualifiers, while the team seems to be losing momentum. The journey did not start well, with 3 defeats, 2 draws and only one victory against Peru 2-0. Despite these results, nothing has yet been decided. Some encouraging signals were seen during the friendlies in March and June with clear victories against Albania and Paraguay 3-0 each time, and a narrow defeat against France 3-2. However, La Roja disappointed again in the Copa America, remaining silent in 3 matches against Peru 0-0, Argentina 0-1 and Canada 0-0, synonymous with elimination in the group stage. This scenario was repeated during the first match of this truce, where the Chileans were beaten 3-0 by Argentina, without managing to score. Bolivia was going through a difficult period on a sporting level.
In her last 14 matches, she suffered 12 defeats. In qualifying for the World Cup, the Bolivians lost to Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador, Paraguay and Uruguay. However, they managed to win against Peru, a more affordable opponent. In friendly matches, the series of defeats also continued, with only one not very reassuring victory against Andorra 1-0. In the Copa America, Bolivia failed to win a single point, being beaten by the United States 2-0, Uruguay 5-0 and Panama 3-1. However, in their last match, they crushed Venezuela 4-0 in a burst of pride.
Chile is gradually seeing the emblematic figures of its golden age fade away, while several executives of the national team are taking a step back or leaving the selection permanently. The legendary goalkeeper Claudio Bravo, with his 150 caps, has bowed out, and pillars like Arturo Vidal, Gary Medel and Alexis Sanchez, symbols of past success, are no longer called up. This transition opens the door to a new generation of players who are trying to rise to the height of their illustrious predecessors. Among them, Ben Brereton Diaz, who already has 34 caps and 7 goals to his name, as well as talents like Marcelino Núñez (Norwich, 29 caps, 5 goals), Guillermo Maripán, former Monaco player, and Gabriel Suazo, now at Toulouse. These young hopefuls will now have to take their responsibilities on the international scene. Despite this renewal, a few experienced players continue to wear Chilean colors, like Mauricio Isla, who has 143 caps and 5 goals, and Eduardo Vargas, still present with 113 caps and 42 goals. The future of La Roja now rests on this clever mix of youth and seasoned veterans, in the hope of returning to the top.
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In her last 14 matches, she suffered 12 defeats. In qualifying for the World Cup, the Bolivians lost to Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador, Paraguay and Uruguay. However, they managed to win against Peru, a more affordable opponent. In friendly matches, the series of defeats also continued, with only one not very reassuring victory against Andorra 1-0. In the Copa America, Bolivia failed to win a single point, being beaten by the United States 2-0, Uruguay 5-0 and Panama 3-1. However, in their last match, they crushed Venezuela 4-0 in a burst of pride.
Chile is gradually seeing the emblematic figures of its golden age fade away, while several executives of the national team are taking a step back or leaving the selection permanently. The legendary goalkeeper Claudio Bravo, with his 150 caps, has bowed out, and pillars like Arturo Vidal, Gary Medel and Alexis Sanchez, symbols of past success, are no longer called up. This transition opens the door to a new generation of players who are trying to rise to the height of their illustrious predecessors. Among them, Ben Brereton Diaz, who already has 34 caps and 7 goals to his name, as well as talents like Marcelino Núñez (Norwich, 29 caps, 5 goals), Guillermo Maripán, former Monaco player, and Gabriel Suazo, now at Toulouse. These young hopefuls will now have to take their responsibilities on the international scene. Despite this renewal, a few experienced players continue to wear Chilean colors, like Mauricio Isla, who has 143 caps and 5 goals, and Eduardo Vargas, still present with 113 caps and 42 goals. The future of La Roja now rests on this clever mix of youth and seasoned veterans, in the hope of returning to the top.
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