The countdown is on to the summer and Euro 2024 in Germany. The host nation has been putting the finishing touches to its preparation while the biggest teams are raring to go. Football fans across the world can’t wait for the summer of football to begin, but there’s still the little matter of the playoffs to get through.
With the last remaining spots at Germany 2024 still up for grabs, we enter the playoffs, and there are some fascinating games on the schedule. We focus on the fixture in Cardiff where Wales host Poland in a play-off eliminator Group A. Will the Welsh grab a vital win, or will the Poles spoil the party by snatching an important victory? Keep reading for our big match preview and predictions.
Wales seeks a first win.
The stats show Wales enter Tuesday’s game playing catch-up, and there’s little encouragement to take from the head-to-head charts. In seven previous meetings with Poland, stretching back to October 2000, Wales have never beaten Poland, with the numbers stuck at six wins for the Poles and one draw. The most recent clash was in September 2022, when Poland won 1-0 in Cardiff thanks to a goal from Karol Swiderski on the hour.
Will the Welsh time their first win over Poland to perfection? Fans certainly hope that’s the case, and they take encouragement from a recent 4-1 home win over Finland on Thursday evening. Finland is a capable side and a nation that’s respected across Europe, but they were brushed aside by a rampant host that created plenty of chances and had no trouble making them count. The 4-1 scoreline was a fair reflection of the game.
Poland score five
While their hosts arrive on the back of a confidence-boosting win, Poland has nothing to fear when judging this game on recent form. The Poles arrive having put on a show in their previous outing, winning 5-1 at home against Estonia. It was a game they were expected to win at a canter, but there are no easy games at this level, and Poland deserves full credit for getting the job done in style.
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Despite being dropped into what appeared to be a winnable Euro 2024 qualifying Group E, Poland failed to deliver, finishing third in the pile. Albania was the surprise winner of that group, finishing ahead of runners-up the Czech Republic with Poland in the bronze medal position, doing just enough to save their chances of qualifying. They now face a marathon battle to make it across the line, securing their place in Germany this summer.
Wales vs Poland prediction
This promises to be a competitive contest and it will make great viewing for those in attendance and the millions watching the game live on television. But which team will win? Both Wales and Poland were fantastic last time out, but the Poles take heart from never losing to Wales and winning 1-0 here last time.
If Poland is anywhere near its best, it should have enough quality and confidence to score another huge win over the Welsh, slaying the dragon before a global audience. Wales are no pushovers, and viewers can expect a tense game from the opening whistle.
Euro 2024 odds
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