Bosnia-Herzegovina and Slovakia lock horns in their last Euro 2024 qualification game at Bilino Polje Stadium in Zenica.
Slovakia sealed their finals spot with a win over Iceland, while Bosnia-Herzegovina eyes a UEFA Nations League B path for qualification.
Match Preview:
Bosnia-Herzegovina, currently placed fifth in Group J, endured inconsistencies in their campaign, managing three wins and six losses out of nine matches, accumulating nine points.
Despite a recent 4-1 loss to Luxembourg, they have secured a playoff spot for Euro 2024 via the UEFA Nations League B path.
Savo Milosevic’s squad struggled to find form, registering just one win in their last four matches. With only eight goals scored in the qualifiers, they aim to rectify their offensive woes.
Slovakia secured their Euro 2024 spot with a convincing 4-2 victory over Iceland, securing the second spot in Group J.
Francesco Calzona’s team boasts six wins, one draw, and two losses in the qualifiers. Having reached the round of 16 in Euro 2016 and Euro 2020, Slovakia aims to conclude their group stage on a high note.
Team News:
Bosnia-Herzegovina is likely to make alterations following the defeat to Luxembourg. Smail Prevljak and Ermedin Demirovic could feature upfront, while Haris Hajradinovic might make a start in midfield.
Slovakia, already qualified, might experiment with their lineup. Players like Robert Mak, Robert Polievka, and Tomas Suslov could feature in attack.
Young midfielder Dominik Holly might earn his debut, along with Matus Kmet and Jakub Kadak.
Predicted Lineups:
Bosnia-Herzegovina Possible Starting Lineup:(4-2-3-1)
Vasilj;
Dedic, Gojkovic, Kovacevic, Majakic;
Hajradinovic, Cimirot;
Demirovic, Krunic, Hamulic;
Prevljak
Slovakia Possible Starting Lineup:(4-3-3)
Dubravka;
Gyomber, Vavro, Skriniar, Hancko;
Kucka, Benes, Holly;
Mak, Polievka, Suslov
Prediction:
In a closely contested match, Slovakia might clinch a 1-0 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina. With both teams lacking drawn matches and Slovakia having the edge, the visitors are poised to finish their campaign with a win.