UEFA Nations League - Israel VS Belgium Prediciton
UEFA Nations League - Israel VS Belgium
Match Time:18-11-2024 03:45 Monday (UTC+8)
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Israel
Israel are expected to field a similar lineup to the one that managed a resolute 0-0 draw against France earlier this week. The team will likely stick to a defensive 5-4-1 formation as they aim to keep Belgium at bay while seeking a miraculous three-goal victory.
Omri Glazer, the usual starting goalkeeper for Israel, remains sidelined due to injury, so Bayern Munich’s Daniel Peretz will once again don the gloves, earning his fourth senior cap. In attack, either Dor Turgeman, Tai Baribo, or Dean David is expected to lead the line, supported by Oscar Gloukh and Manor Solomon. Solomon made a welcome return to the national team midweek after missing October’s matches through injury.
In a defensive 5-4-1 formation, Daniel Peretz will take his place between the posts as Israel’s goalkeeper, tasked with replicating the impressive performance he showcased against France. Protecting him will be a compact defensive unit, with Eli Dasa occupying the right-back position and Sun Menahem on the left. The central defensive trio will consist of Idan Nachimas, Raz Shlomo, and Sean Goldberg, forming a strong line to resist Belgium’s attacking threats.
In midfield, Manor Solomon is expected to bring creativity and pace on the right flank, while Oscar Gloukh operates on the left side, offering support in both defence and attack. Mohammad Abu Fani and Mahmoud Jaber will anchor the midfield, focusing on disrupting Belgium’s build-up play and providing cover for the backline.
Leading the line will be Dean David, who will serve as Israel’s focal point in attack. Tasked with making the most of counter-attacking opportunities, David will look to stretch Belgium’s defence and capitalize on any chances created by his midfield teammates.
Belgium
Domenico Tedesco is likely to shuffle his lineup after the 1-0 loss to Italy, as the pairing of Lois Openda and Romelu Lukaku did not work as intended. Against a less formidable opponent like Israel, Tedesco may opt for a more attacking setup, introducing Dodi Lukebakio and Johan Bakayoko to provide width and creativity in the final third.
Additionally, Arthur Vermeeren, the young RB Leipzig midfielder, could be promoted from the bench to add fresh legs in midfield. However, Tedesco’s options are limited due to a lengthy injury list and other issues.
Kevin De Bruyne remains unavailable this month, while Thomas Meunier, Jeremy Doku, Charles De Ketelaere, Youri Tielemans, and Malick Fofana are sidelined. These absences leave gaps, particularly in midfield and defence, forcing Belgium to rely on their depth to navigate this crucial match.
In a 4-2-3-1 formation, Koen Casteels is expected to retain his position as Belgium’s goalkeeper, where he will be responsible for organizing the defensive line and ensuring stability at the back. In defence, Timothy Castagne will take up the right-back role, while Zeno Debast and Wout Faes form a solid central defensive partnership. Completing the backline, Arthur Theate is set to occupy the left-back position, adding balance to the defensive quartet.
In midfield, Amadou Onana and Orel Mangala will feature as the double pivot, providing defensive stability and acting as the crucial link between defence and attack. Their presence will be vital in disrupting Israel’s play and transitioning the ball forward effectively.
In the attacking midfield trio, Dodi Lukebakio will offer creativity and width on the right wing, while Johan Bakayoko brings pace and flair on the left flank. Centrally, Leandro Trossard will operate as the playmaker, orchestrating attacking moves and linking up with the forward line.
Leading the attack will be Romelu Lukaku, Belgium’s all-time top scorer, who will serve as the focal point in the final third. His ability to hold up the ball, find spaces, and finish clinically will be crucial in breaking down Israel’s defence and securing a positive result for the Red Devils.
Israel possible starting lineup:
Peretz; Dasa, Nachimas, Shlomo, Goldberg, Haziza; Solomon, Abu Fani, Jaber, Gloukh; David
Belgium possible starting lineup:
Casteels; Castagne, Debast, Faes, Theate; Mangala, Onana; Lukebakio, Trossard, Bakayoko; Lukaku
Israel vs Belgium Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
The two teams have met eight times in all competitions. All meetings have produced conclusive results, with the visitors having a 7-1 lead in wins.
They last met in the reverse fixture in September and De Rode Duivels recorded a comfortable 3-1 home win.
Three of the last four meetings between them have produced over 2.5 goals, with the visitors scoring three goals apiece in these wins.
Israel have suffered six losses in their last eight games in all competitions, conceding at least three goals in five games during that period.
The visitors are winless in their last three away games in the Nations League, failing to score in two.
The Skyblue and Whites have the worst defensive record in the Nations League, conceding 13 goals in five games
Prediciton: Israel 0-2 Belgium
Belgium ultimately brushed aside Israel when they last met in Hungary, firing in 25 shots and having two-thirds of the ball. Despite being disjointed and a little downtrodden following recent setbacks, the Red Devils should again lay siege to the Israeli defence and finish off their Group 2 campaign with a win.
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