EURO Qualification 2024 | |
SCHEDULE | TIME |
Match: | Portugal vs Slovakia |
Tournament: | EURO Qualification |
Match Date: | 13-10-2023 |
Match Time: | 12:15 AM Indian Time 10:44 PM UAE Time |
Stadium: | Estádio Do Dragão |
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Prediction and Preview
Match Preview: Portugal vs. Slovakia
An eagerly anticipated clash is on the horizon as Portugal prepares to host Slovakia on a Friday evening at a crucial stage of Euro 2024 qualifying. The Portuguese side is poised to secure their spot in the European Championship finals, with an outstanding campaign thus far, sitting at the top of Group J with 18 points. Slovakia, however, is hot on their heels in second place with 13 points after six matches.
Probable Lineups:
Portugal possible starting lineup:
D. Costa; Dalot, A. Silva, Dias, Cancelo; Vitinha, Palhinha, Fernandes; B. Silva, Ronaldo, Jota
Slovakia possible starting lineup:
Dubravka; Tomic, Gyomber, Skriniar, Hancko; Duda, Lobotka, Benes; Mak, Bozenik, Haraslin
Current Group Standings:
Portugal: 6 games, 6 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses, 24 goals for, 0 goals against (18 points)
Slovakia: 6 games, 4 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss, 8 goals for, 2 goals against (13 points)
Managerial Guidance:
Portugal is under the guidance of manager Roberto Martínez, while Slovakia is led by Francesco Calzona.
Missing Players:
Portugal is without Ricardo Horta, and Slovakia is missing Adam Zreľák.
"Cristiano Ronaldo's international career appeared to be at a crossroads following the last World Cup, with questions surrounding his future in the national team. However, coach Roberto Martinez wasted no time in reaffirming the 38-year-old's importance to his plans."
Expectations:
Portugal, with their unbeaten record and a staggering 24 goals scored without conceding, is firmly in the driver's seat for Euro 2024 qualification. A win in this match would all but secure their place in the tournament with three games to spare.