Standout qualification action is staged in Group E on Thursday, as the top two collide. Albania currently sit top of the standings, but they will likely need a favourable result against the Czech Republic this week to enhance their chances of reaching the EUROs in Germany next summer.
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A standout fixture in Group E of EURO 2024 qualification takes place on Thursday, as the top two teams in the current standings lock horns. Albania are the shock nation at the top of the group at this point, as they have won three of their opening five matches. Interestingly, they currently hold a four-point advantage over Poland with just three matches to play.
However, Albania have played a game more than the Czech Republic, which likely means that they are battling for second spot in the standings. Their form this calendar year has been remarkable, as they have won three of their previous four matches. That includes a standout win against Poland in the recent international break, which gives them an excellent chance of securing progression to the major tournament with fixtures against Moldova and Faroe Islands to come in November.
The Czech Republic remain the most likely nation to top the Group E standings, as they are two points behind Albania with a game in hand. However, they have struggled for victories throughout qualification, having won just half of their four matches. They will need a positive result this week, as they sit level on points with Moldova.
The visitors will be looking for a response this week, as they have been held in each of their last two internationals. Their most recent draw came in an international friendly last month against Hungary.
Albania vs Czech Republic Head to Head
Albania have never beaten the Czech Republic in two previous attempts. The most recent meeting between the nations ended in a 1-1 draw in September. However, their recent form could mean that there is value in siding with the hosts.
Albania vs Czech Republic Prediction
Albania have been very reliable in home matches throughout qualification, with further evidence of that coming last month with their win over Poland. Therefore, we expect the hosts to pick up at least a point when they host the Czech Republic on Thursday in Group E.
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