Wales vs Iceland: prediction for the UEFA Nations League match

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2024-11-19 20:45
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2024-11-19 20:45:00
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Iceland has only defeated Wales once in history, back in 1984 during the World Cup qualification cycle, with a 1-0 victory. In the first round of the current Nations League campaign, the "Dragons" let a two-goal lead slip in the second half, resulting in a 2-2 draw.

Wales  

Under the guidance of Craig Bellamy, the Welsh national team has been showing consistent performances, despite no longer having stars like Gareth Bale or Aaron Ramsey. Bale has retired, and Ramsey, now in the latter stages of his career, has a diminished impact on the team. Nonetheless, the “Dragons” have successfully adapted to these changes and continue to meet challenges effectively.

In the Nations League, Wales remains unbeaten with two wins and three draws, placing them second in their group, just two points behind Turkey. The team still has a chance to win the group but is primarily focused on retaining their current position. In the previous round, Wales drew 0-0 against Turkey, narrowly avoiding defeat when a missed penalty in the 89th minute was followed by the post saving them from a last-minute goal.

Iceland

Iceland, meanwhile, lacks a deep pool of talented players or standout team play, but their persistence has secured them third place in the group. With seven points from five games, the “Vikings” have solidified their reputation as a sturdy mid-tier team capable of challenging stronger opponents.

In their last match, Iceland defeated Montenegro away, relegating the Balkan team to a lower division. This win kept Iceland’s slim hopes alive for contending for second place. However, beating Wales appears to be a formidable challenge. While Iceland has shown resilience, they often struggle against teams with superior quality and organization.

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Prediction

Bookmakers favor the home team in this match, offering odds of around 1.72 for a Wales win. Both teams will be aiming for victory, but as is well known, home advantage plays a significant role for Iceland. Our pick: Wales to Win.

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