- Date and Time: Thursday, March 20, 2025, 19:45 GMT+1
- Venue: Estadio Enrique Roca de Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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| Ukraine vs Belgium | Thursday, March 20, 2025, 19:45 GMT+1 |
| Ukraine odds | 4.4 |
| Belgium odds | 1.81 |
| Draw | 3.64 |
| Over/Under | Total 2,5: 2.05/1.76 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 122 $/€ |
Ukraine vs Belgium Preview and Team News
Ukraine Team News
After a poor start in League B, Ukraine managed to occupy the second place. In the last round, they beat Albania 1-2 on the road, setting up an intense playoff encounter against Belgium.
Ukraine’s primary weapon against their rivals should be strong midfield fullbacks. They’re talented at recovering the ball and know how to close down the game when needed. Moreover, they can take advantage of set pieces as their tall defenders who excel in aerial duels.
One major blow for the hosts is the absence of Mykhailo Mudryk, who is suspended after testing positive for a banned substance. His creativity will undoubtedly affect their overall performance.
Ukraine predicted lineup vs Belgium (4-1-4-1): Trubin; Konoplya, Zabarnyi, Talovyerov, Mykolenko; Kaliuzhnyi; Tsyhankov, Sudakov, Zinchenko, Shaparenko; Dovbyk.
Belgium Team News
Belgium had perhaps one of their worst group-stage performances in League A. With France, Italy and Israel they only collected four points and then leapfrogged the latter thanks to better results in H2H matches.
Now, they’ll fight to maintain a place in the League of Nations’ top-tier division. The good news for the visitors should probably be the arrival of a new head coach, Rudi Garcia. His managerial style is based on possession and quick counter-attacking, which is what Belgium have lacked recently.
The guests have no injury worries. All their key players have been called up to the national squad.
Belgium predicted lineup vs Ukraine (4-2-3-1): Courtois; Castagne, Faes, Theate, De Cuyper; Tielemans, De Ketelaere; Lukebakio, De Bruyne, Doku; Lukaku.
Ukraine vs Belgium Prediction
- Pick: Belgium to Win
- Odds: 1.81 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Ukraine 0-1 Belgium
Despite Belgium’s lacklustre performance during the group stage, they have much better players compared to the hosts. In addition, the appointment of a new manager should have a positive impact on their players.
Ukraine’s main disadvantage so far has been their inability to play on home soil, and we think it is detrimental for them. Also, we don’t expect them to play actively, as each mistake could be costly.
While we’ll probably witness a tense and physical clash, the guests are likely to grab the initiative and eventually win the encounter. Our first pick in this fixture would be Belgium to win.
Ukraine vs Belgium Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Under 2.5 Goals
- Odds: 1.76 (22Bet)
It’s the first leg of the playoffs, and we expect clubs to be cautious. The teams have only met once, back in Euro 2024, and despite many moments, the match ended in a goalless draw.
We’ll most probably see the same display in the upcoming clash. Ukraine’s aim will be to diminish the tempo of the game, while Belgium will weary the hosts’ fast wingers and fullbacks.
Ukraine’s last two home events ended with less than three goals scored, and Belgium failed to net in the previous two appearances. A low-scoring affair is expected, and our second pick is under 2.5 goals.
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