Tournament: UEFA Nations League B
Venue: Laugardalsvöllur (Reykjavik)
Date & Kick-Off Time: 2024.09.06, 14:45
Iceland will host Montenegro in the first round of the UEFA Nations League B on September 6, 2024. Iceland is aiming to capitalize on their home advantage and start the campaign strong, while Montenegro will need to overcome the challenges of playing away after recent poor results on the road.
Key Statistics and Trends
- Iceland: Has won 4 of their last 6 matches.
- Montenegro: Has lost 2 matches in a row and 3 consecutive away games.
- First-Half Performance: Iceland wins the first half in 41% of matches, while Montenegro wins in 66%.
Possible Line-Ups
Iceland:
- Goalkeeper: Valdimarsson
- Defenders: Finnsson, Fridriksson, Ingason, Bjarkason
- Midfielders: Sigurdsson, Traustason, Thorsteinsson, Haraldsson, Anderson
- Forward: Gudjohnsen
Montenegro:
- Goalkeeper: Mijatovic
- Defenders: Dreskovic, Rubezic, Vukcevic, Vukcevic
- Midfielders: Bakic, Jankovic, Kuc
- Forwards: Krstovic, Mugosa
Team Overview and Form
Iceland ("The Icy Team"):
Iceland has struggled to maintain the momentum they gained during their historic appearances at Euro 2016 and the 2018 World Cup. They finished their last qualification campaign with just 10 points, underperforming compared to their previous high standards. However, under coach Åge Hareide, they have shown signs of recovery, including a recent win over England in a friendly match.
Montenegro ("The Brave Falcons"):
Montenegro, now coached by Robert Prosinečki, is also seeking consistency. After winning two matches in March, they stumbled with losses to Belgium and Georgia. With several players missing from their June squad, Montenegro is dealing with roster adjustments as they prepare for this Nations League campaign.
Head-to-Head Matches
The only previous meeting between Iceland and Montenegro was a friendly in 2012, where Montenegro won 2-1.
Tactical Analysis and Predictions
- Iceland: Playing at home, Iceland will rely on a compact defensive structure and attempt to control the midfield. Gudjohnsen will lead the attack, with support from the midfielders, especially Traustason and Sigurdsson, providing creativity.
- Montenegro: Montenegro will look to bounce back after recent defeats, but with key players missing, they may struggle to create chances. Krstovic and Mugosa will be crucial for Montenegro’s attacking play, though they may find it tough against a resilient Icelandic defense.
Betting Prediction
Iceland's strong home form and Montenegro's poor away record suggest that this is a great opportunity for Iceland to secure a win. A bet on Iceland to win offers good value, with odds of 2.12.
Prediction: Iceland to win (odds: 2.12).
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