Poland vs New Zealand Prediction & Betting Tips (9 October)

New window of friendly matches for national teams this week. Thursday's matchday leaves us, among many others, with this Poland vs. New Zealand, where the Poles start as favorites.In terms of statistics, we can look at the performance of both sides in the qualifying phase for the next World Cup. The Poles currently occupy second place in their group after five games played, with the same points as the Netherlands, although the Orange team has played one less game.

New Zealand last April certified his presence at next year's World Cup event after defeating New Caledonia in the Oceania phase final 3-0.Without a doubt, the great attraction of the clash will be the presence of Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski. The culé arrives at the appointment wanting to score after failing a penalty with his team on the last league day.

Both squads feature a blend of experience and emerging talent. Poland’s talisman Robert Lewandowski returns to the fold, joined by veterans like Kamil Grosicki and key contributors such as Piotr Zielinski, Jan Bednarek, and Matty Cash. New Zealand, meanwhile, will be without Eli Just and Dalton Wilkins due to injury, but Chris Wood remains a potent threat up front, supported by the likes of Sarpreet Singh and Joe Bell. Lukas Kelly-Heald has been drafted in to bolster the defense, as Bazeley looks to plug gaps and maintain structure against a technically superior Polish side.

While friendlies often lack the intensity of competitive fixtures, this one promises a meaningful narrative for both teams. Poland’s home advantage and superior squad depth should tilt the balance, but New Zealand’s counter-attacking prowess and set-piece discipline could make things interesting. Expect a spirited contest with moments of quality from both ends. Our prediction leans toward a narrow Polish victory, with the scoreboard reading 2-1 at full time.