In the upcoming Euro 2024 Qualifiers, Belarus and Andorra face off in a significant encounter at Szusza Ferenc Stadion in Budapest.
Match preview
Belarus enters this fixture having secured six points from their last five Group I matches.
Despite their hopes for Euro 2024 qualification being dashed with a current fifth position in the group, manager Carlos Alos draws encouragement from recent performances.
Notably, Belarus showcased resilience with consecutive draws against Romania and Switzerland. However, their inability to hold onto a lead against Switzerland in the last outing resulted in a 3-3 draw.
Ranked 100th globally by FIFA, Belarus aims to extend their unbeaten streak to three competitive matches, a feat they haven’t achieved since 2020.
With an impressive track record against Andorra, having won three of their last four encounters, Belarus anticipates extending their dominance.
On the other hand, Andorra, after securing a point against Belarus in their last meeting, suffered three consecutive defeats in Group I, failing to score a goal in these losses.
Seated at the bottom of the group, Andorra’s chances for Euro 2024 qualification are bleak. However, they seek redemption against Belarus, hoping to move up the standings.
Andorra faces a tough challenge, considering their poor away form and historical struggles in European Championship qualifiers.
The team, ranked 159th by FIFA, eyes an opportunity to climb from the foot of the group standings with a win over Belarus.
Team news
Belarus might opt for a more attacking 3-4-3 setup against Andorra, with key players like Ebong and Kontsevoy spearheading the attack.
Andorra, missing defender San Nicolas due to suspension, might reshuffle their defensive lineup, aiming to strengthen their defense against Belarus’ offensive threats.
Predicted Lineups:
Belarus:(3-4-3)
Ignatovich;
Volkov, Politevich, Polyakov;
Karpovich, Ebong, Korzun, Pyachenin;
Skavysh, Kontsevoy, Bakhar
Andorra:(5-4-1)
Alvarez;
Rubio, Llovera, M. Vales, Pomares, Garcia;
E. Vales, Rebes, Vieira, Cervos;
Alaez
Prediction: Belarus 1-0 Andorra
In what seems to be a contest of pride, both teams seek a morale-boosting win. However, Belarus holds a slight edge in offensive capabilities, potentially securing a narrow victory.
