⚽UEFA Nations League 2024/2025⚽

[LTU_btc]

I can't say much about the Ukrainian team except that they must be under a lot of pressure because of the war and the fact that they have to play their home games abroad. As for Albania, I watched them at the EURO because they played in the same match with Croatia, and they showed solid football in that group in which they gave Italy a hard time, and they also managed to draw with Croatia.

Regarding today's matches, what do you think, can Poland offer good resistance to Croatia today, given that they managed to beat the Scots as guests? As far as I could see, they have a good team, while Croatia will obviously be looking for the best players and game system for some time, considering the many injured players and the obvious generational changes.

If we take into account the EURO and the last game in this competition, Croatia has been without a win for 4 games in a row, and the question is, can it end that streak today?

Pressure, I guess they already got used to play home games abroad in these 2.5 years, that's not the main factor. And when you look at swuads of Albania and Ukraine, on paper it's 2 completely different level teams.
Regarding Poland, every time when I have expectations from their game, I end with huge disapointment. So, I'm a bit sceptical about their chances today playing away. Though, IMO, Croatia recently isn't that good that odds for their win is just 1.70.

[junder]

Germany won 5-0 against Hungary. Musiala, Havertz, Wirtz and Kimmich all managed to perform well in this match.
Although they did not win the Euros, the German team is gradually becoming stronger.

Even Germany dont have won the Euro they have improved there playing in my opinion from what i have seen yesterday.
It was a bit a slow start in the first halftime , but the second one was fire and very awesome and the goals they scored was justified.
Hungary got a few chances but germany was managing it good , best player for me was Musiala and Wirtz in this game.

5-0 I don't deny that it was a big win, but I wasn't too surprised by it, considering that Germany's opponent was a weak team, so of course Germany could easily win. But I agree with you that Germany's game has improved unlike the first half, and honestly in the first half I felt bored watching it, but in the second half Germany increased the intensity of its attacks and it was proven that Hungary could only defend the quick counterattacks they did were also unsuccessful. Germany managed to score 4 goals in that round.
another thing I'm waiting for Germany vs Netherlands both are in the same group and I'm curious about their meeting later.

[Lidger]

This England vs Ireland League B Group 2 match is taking place and in the first half the England team has given a much stronger performance. In this first match of UEFA nation league, England team is performing well against Ireland, although England team has already managed to score two goals and they are ahead. Moreover, the way they are playing in today's match, surely the England team players will ensure victory till the last moment. However, if the Ireland team can make a strong attack against England, it will be possible to equalize the match, but it will not be very easy against England. The island team may never be able to come back in today's match against England because England will already play with a stronger performance. Moreover, after halftime, England team will definitely be tougher and attack stronger, in this case, England team will win today's match and collect 3 points.

England vs Ireland England beat Ireland 2-0. From scoring goals to keeping the ball under their control, passing the right ball, shooting the ball at the opposing team's goal post, everything was in England's favour. Ireland just couldn't attack against England at all and it can't be said that they created many chances. England is a strong team on the contrary Ireland is definitely a weaker team than England so England came into the field with more chances to win this match and they left the field with full points. Each team in Group B has played one match where Greece and England are number one and number two in the points table with full points in the first match whereas Ireland and Finland have lost one match each and are at the very bottom of the points table.

[Lucius]

Pressure, I guess they already got used to play home games abroad in these 2.5 years, that's not the main factor. And when you look at swuads of Albania and Ukraine, on paper it's 2 completely different level teams.

Obviously, there are a lot of factors that make Ukraine not achieve good results, although every player should give their best considering the situation, because maybe in that way they could at least somewhat raise the morale of those who defend their country.

Regarding Poland, every time when I have expectations from their game, I end with huge disapointment. So, I'm a bit sceptical about their chances today playing away. Though, IMO, Croatia recently isn't that good that odds for their win is just 1.70.

For those who bet, perhaps the option that both teams score a goal is the most realistic option, given that the Croatian defense is quite leaky and relatively slow. Much greater pressure will be on Croatia's side, considering that they have to find a way to get out of the crisis that has been going on for months, but it should also be said that nothing bad will happen to the coach even if he loses all Nations League matches - the focus is on qualifying for world championship.

If nothing else, Poland should have an additional motivation to play a good game today, given that they beat Scotland, and with a possible victory, they would push Croatia into a very difficult position in the rest of the competition.

[Majestic-milf]

 Germany have really improved under Julian Nagelsmann and it's a welcome one because if you had followed the game yesterday you'd think that Hungary will get a goal after making positive attempts on goals at the get go and I was further convinced they will find it hard since throughout the first half they were only able to get a goal but I guess second half was something no one saw coming! This is the second time they've being able to get five goals against an opponent in quick succession, their most recent being at the Euros against Scotland.
 A positive way to begin the tournament and this results will make it hard for the other teams in their group to live up to.

[stompix]

I still think this is just another money grab from UEFA, trying to cram as many matches a possible in their calendar and earn more from tv rights and so on!

That's without a doubt what this is all about. They didn't like countries and players not taking friendly games seriously, so they created this nonsense and added some incentive.

And it turned out now spectators don't take this seriously at all, they are asking too much, we had the euro 2024, we just had the Olympics, and the new season is starting with both national leagues and the international ones, don't they realize at one point too much is just too much and it stops being that relevant?

I scrolled over the bets over and over and I couldn't feel a thing about any match and so out of boredom I  ended up doing this :



just so I can maybe get angry at one team screwing up, my hope on Portugal! 

[Dickiy]

Germany have really improved under Julian Nagelsmann and it's a welcome one because if you had followed the game yesterday you'd think that Hungary will get a goal after making positive attempts on goals at the get go and I was further convinced they will find it hard since throughout the first half they were only able to get a goal but I guess second half was something no one saw coming! This is the second time they've being able to get five goals against an opponent in quick succession, their most recent being at the Euros against Scotland.
 A positive way to begin the tournament and this results will make it hard for the other teams in their group to live up to.

Germany did dominate the match, especially in the second half. Germany's attacks were more effective and many goals were scored in that half, since the referee blew the whistle to start the match I had no doubt that Germany would easily win this match, I was quite surprised by the 5 goals scored by Germany in my opinion it was a big win, Hungary in this match could not do much 6 chances they produced only 1 on target this team is very weak and became a goal barn for Germany, an impressive first match included in League A group 3 tough opponents only the Netherlands to pocket a ticket to the next round Germany has a great chance. I will be more curious about Germany's future matches.

[Distraction]

Germany have really improved under Julian Nagelsmann and it's a welcome one because if you had followed the game yesterday you'd think that Hungary will get a goal after making positive attempts on goals at the get go and I was further convinced they will find it hard since throughout the first half they were only able to get a goal but I guess second half was something no one saw coming! This is the second time they've being able to get five goals against an opponent in quick succession, their most recent being at the Euros against Scotland.
 A positive way to begin the tournament and this results will make it hard for the other teams in their group to live up to.

I was actually wishing to see Nagelsmann managing a club instead of a national team. Because there is a really nice trend of signing young managers for big clubs these days. However he is really doing great at Germany lately. He has changed the way this team play.    It looks like those good old days of Germany is back. The one which has no mercy on their opponents...

Like this Hungary match. I love Nagelsmann football. He likes to dominate every match. I really liked his game against Spain in Euro 2024 also even though they got eliminated.

[Sexylizzy2813]

Germany have really improved under Julian Nagelsmann and it's a welcome one because if you had followed the game yesterday you'd think that Hungary will get a goal after making positive attempts on goals at the get go and I was further convinced they will find it hard since throughout the first half they were only able to get a goal but I guess second half was something no one saw coming! This is the second time they've being able to get five goals against an opponent in quick succession, their most recent being at the Euros against Scotland.
 A positive way to begin the tournament and this results will make it hard for the other teams in their group to live up to.

Losing his job at Bayern Munich is like a blessing to the Germany national team because Nagelsmann came as the missing piece to bring them to that standard form they have been struggling under the previous manager which we saw how badly they were and now these guys are as fast as a Cheetah 🐆, running down oppositions and taking control of any game from the beginning of the first half to the end of the game. From the scoreline last night I don't think any team can stop them from getting more goals in that group, Netherlands can try but let's see how Netherlands are going to make that encounter be like.

[Ondekinecakabilirim]

I think one of the best matches of the day will be Portugal vs Scotland. Portugal are in the 1st group of the UEFA Nations A League. They beat Croatia 2-1 in their first match. They dominated that match. They won the game with goals from Dalot and Ronaldo. On the other hand, Scotland lost to Poland in their first match. They played a good game against Poland. But they lost with a last minute goal. I think it will be a competitive match with a high level of excitement. Portugal are the favorites for this match. But I avoid betting on sides in matches like this one. Because Scotland will not be a weak opponent for Portugal tonight. I think betting on both teams to score is a better option and safer.

[Unsoldier]

I think one of the best matches of the day will be Portugal vs Scotland. Portugal are in the 1st group of the UEFA Nations A League. They beat Croatia 2-1 in their first match. They dominated that match. They won the game with goals from Dalot and Ronaldo. On the other hand, Scotland lost to Poland in their first match. They played a good game against Poland. But they lost with a last minute goal. I think it will be a competitive match with a high level of excitement. Portugal are the favorites for this match. But I avoid betting on sides in matches like this one. Because Scotland will not be a weak opponent for Portugal tonight. I think betting on both teams to score is a better option and safer.

The match between Portugal and Scotland could be an exciting one. Portugal boasts a stronger squad and more experience on the international stage, which could give them an edge. However, Scotland is a team that will fight until the end, and I believe they can create difficulties for the Portuguese side. I expect a tight game with both teams having chances to score. My prediction is that Portugal will secure a narrow win, perhaps 2-1, and the match will be high-scoring, with a total of over 2 goals.

[Slow death]

I think one of the best matches of the day will be Portugal vs Scotland. Portugal are in the 1st group of the UEFA Nations A League. They beat Croatia 2-1 in their first match. They dominated that match. They won the game with goals from Dalot and Ronaldo. On the other hand, Scotland lost to Poland in their first match. They played a good game against Poland. But they lost with a last minute goal. I think it will be a competitive match with a high level of excitement. Portugal are the favorites for this match. But I avoid betting on sides in matches like this one. Because Scotland will not be a weak opponent for Portugal tonight. I think betting on both teams to score is a better option and safer.

the Portugal coach isn't putting Cristiano Ronaldo in at the start of the game, I'm now looking at the players who will start and Cristiano Ronaldo isn't there:



Perhaps the Portugal coach is very confident that he will be able to win with relative ease, as Scotland lost in the game against Poland in a game in which they conceded 3 goals. But underestimating the opponent too much is not a good thing, or maybe the Portugal coach has already started to prepare in case Ronaldo starts not playing very well due to his age. In any case, Portugal is the favorite to win the game and the value of the odds is very low. Some coaches are choosing to release good players to avoid injuries, this shows how they do not take this competition seriously.


Switzerland - Spain

Dani Olmo returns to Barcelona, as he’s not included in the squad for today’s game against Switzerland.

No serious injury but Spain staff decided not to take any risk.

source: https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1832708284257636487

UEFA Nations League is another useless competition that only contributes to injuries and harms teams. With so many games, players will be exhausted and consequently teams will have a poor performance which makes predicting the results of games more difficult.

[Awaklara]

the Portugal coach isn't putting Cristiano Ronaldo in at the start of the game, I'm now looking at the players who will start and Cristiano Ronaldo isn't there:

The first half was not good for Portugal. Although they played aggressively and managed to create many chances. They have not scored a goal to equalize. Scotland managed to lead temporarily 0-1 through Mc Tominay's goal in the 7th minute. I am sure Ronaldo will be brought in in the second half and try to win the match. There were 16 shots made by Portugal in the first half, but it did not result in a goal. And bringing in Ronaldo might create new hope. I also bet on Portugal, if they lose I will lose the win from the other match.

[tygeade]

Germany have really improved under Julian Nagelsmann and it's a welcome one because if you had followed the game yesterday you'd think that Hungary will get a goal after making positive attempts on goals at the get go and I was further convinced they will find it hard since throughout the first half they were only able to get a goal but I guess second half was something no one saw coming! This is the second time they've being able to get five goals against an opponent in quick succession, their most recent being at the Euros against Scotland.
 A positive way to begin the tournament and this results will make it hard for the other teams in their group to live up to.

Nagelsmann is definitely a great manager, he was doing fine at Bayern too, no idea why they felt like they had to fire him. I think it's clear that Germany will do fine with him, and they are going to get good results.

Obviously Hungary wasn't a big tough opponent for Germany, so winning isn't really that shocking, but they were expected to just win, a score of five against nil makes it a domination and that should tell people something. They may not be the best team in the world right now, but they have a potential to disrupt some of the best, and with world cup coming next, and qualifiers, I think they are going to be good enough to actually be better this time and not be humiliated at the group stages. Will they win it? I doubt it, but they will be better.

[Rruchi man]

UEFA Nations League is another useless competition that only contributes to injuries and harms teams. With so many games, players will be exhausted and consequently teams will have a poor performance which makes predicting the results of games more difficult.

Many players have complained about it, but their complaint has fallen on deaf ears, and just as Kevin de Bruyne said, it is obvious that there are many money individuals behind it. That is why UEFA and FIFA have not cared to pay attention to the complaints of the players. Some clubs will suffer most because their players will be lacking rest due to the tight football schedule. Arsenal was almost a victim with Caliofori's injury scare, but luckily it was not serious.

The score in Portugal against Scotland is 2-1, Ronaldo with the second goal that will give Portugal the victory here, his 901th career goal.

[BitcoinHunt3r]

I think one of the best matches of the day will be Portugal vs Scotland. Portugal are in the 1st group of the UEFA Nations A League. They beat Croatia 2-1 in their first match. They dominated that match. They won the game with goals from Dalot and Ronaldo. On the other hand, Scotland lost to Poland in their first match. They played a good game against Poland. But they lost with a last minute goal. I think it will be a competitive match with a high level of excitement. Portugal are the favorites for this match. But I avoid betting on sides in matches like this one. Because Scotland will not be a weak opponent for Portugal tonight. I think betting on both teams to score is a better option and safer.

Yeah you're right, there are only a few minutes left in the match and the current score is 1-1 Scotland were lucky to get a point as almost everyone predicted Portugal would win and Portugal played aggressively since the first half but Scotland managed to score the first goal in the 7th minute. In another match Poland was 1 goal behind after Modric scored in the second half and Croatia continued to dominate until the last  minutes, based on statistics Croatia should have scored 2 goals or more.

Spain also managed to secure 3 points with a big win, Spain has been on fire since the first half with 2 goals and in the 20th minute Spain had to play with 10 players after the red card incident but it didn't have any impact on them even Spain was able to score 2 more goals in the second half and ended the match with 4-1  In the previous match, Spain only drew against Serbia without a goal but in today's match Spain was very aggressive.

[baeva]

the Portugal coach isn't putting Cristiano Ronaldo in at the start of the game, I'm now looking at the players who will start and Cristiano Ronaldo isn't there:

The first half was not good for Portugal. Although they played aggressively and managed to create many chances. They have not scored a goal to equalize. Scotland managed to lead temporarily 0-1 through Mc Tominay's goal in the 7th minute. I am sure Ronaldo will be brought in in the second half and try to win the match. There were 16 shots made by Portugal in the first half, but it did not result in a goal. And bringing in Ronaldo might create new hope. I also bet on Portugal, if they lose I will lose the win from the other match.

Ronaldo did score at the very end of the match and brought Portugal the win. I don't understand what they lacked so much the whole match, they played for a draw, and they lost the first half. They dominated, they struck, they had everything, but they could only win in the second half. For me personally, at the beginning of the game it looked like a clear win for Portugal, but it didn't really turn out that way

[Zackz5000]

I think one of the best matches of the day will be Portugal vs Scotland. Portugal are in the 1st group of the UEFA Nations A League. They beat Croatia 2-1 in their first match. They dominated that match. They won the game with goals from Dalot and Ronaldo. On the other hand, Scotland lost to Poland in their first match. They played a good game against Poland. But they lost with a last minute goal. I think it will be a competitive match with a high level of excitement. Portugal are the favorites for this match. But I avoid betting on sides in matches like this one. Because Scotland will not be a weak opponent for Portugal tonight. I think betting on both teams to score is a better option and safer.

It was indeed an interesting match to watch it wasn't easy for Portugal as it seems though they missed some good chance in the first half of the game as McTominay scored a fantastic goal to put Scotland ahead of Portugal in the first half  despite the first half result Portugal was still favorite to win the game as they missed some good chance in the first half.
It was an entertaining match as Fernandes B came with an equalizer to make it 1-1 draw at the 54th minute of be game before Cristiano Ronaldo gave Portugal a late win by scoring in the 88 minute of the game.

[Furious 7]

5-0 I don't deny that it was a big win, but I wasn't too surprised by it, considering that Germany's opponent was a weak team, so of course Germany could easily win. But I agree with you that Germany's game has improved unlike the first half, and honestly in the first half I felt bored watching it, but in the second half Germany increased the intensity of its attacks and it was proven that Hungary could only defend the quick counterattacks they did were also unsuccessful. Germany managed to score 4 goals in that round.
another thing I'm waiting for Germany vs Netherlands both are in the same group and I'm curious about their meeting later.

Actually in this case we also cannot consider that Hungary is weak even though in terms of strength they are far below Germany but they are a national team that is sometimes full of surprises even in the previous few years if I am not mistaken Hungary has always troubled Germany, it's just that in these 2 seasons it seems that Hungary has again gained momentum that is not very good and the peak was yesterday because we can see that they are helpless to face the strength of Germany which is quite superior.

Nagelsmann's youngsters have many advantages where their age and experience are much better even though they are still quite young so this makes Germany very strong because their midfield is really extraordinary.
Right now I think if Germany had a really good targetman in the squad then they would be unstoppable because looking at what happened the problem in Germany is just the lack of a good finisher for their targetman but fortunately their attacking midfielders have good goal instincts which makes them not look bad in the targetman they have.

[stompix]

Well Portugal played with my nerves, as usual, when I wanted them to lose they lead from the first quarter with 2:0, and when I put one tiny bet on them they screw till the last minute

The junk bet on all favorite this stands, I am really curious if one flops and which

Romania - Lithuania, common, Lithuania, and Romania beat Kosovo without emotions
Italy - Isreal, Italy should trash them but again, Italy likes to mess things up when you expect less
England -Finland, is one of those matches that shouldn't even happen in the first place as England shouldn't even be in that group

And somehow I managed to enjoy betting out of pure hatred for this competition