Israel vs France Predictions

Israel vs France predictions for this Nations League fixture. Israel and France meet on neutral ground at the Bozsik Arena in Budapest on Thursday evening, continuing their UEFA Nations League campaigns in League A Group 2. A crucial match for both sides. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

UEFA Nations League League C | Oct 10, 2024 at 7:45pm UK at Bozsik Stadion

Israel vs France Predictions

Can Israel Shock France on Neutral Ground, or Will Les Bleus Prove Too Strong?

• Israel’s defensive struggles: Israel have conceded five goals in their last two Nations League matches, showcasing their vulnerability against top-tier opponents. They’re also prone to errors, having committed two crucial mistakes leading to goals in those games.
• France’s attacking challenges without Mbappé: France have scored only three goals in their last two Nations League matches, with none coming from their star striker, Kylian Mbappé, who is missing from the squad this time around as well.
• A lack of clean sheets for Israel: Israel have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last six matches, conceding an average of two goals per game, suggesting that their defence will struggle against a more technically superior French side.

Our Tips

As Israel and France meet on neutral territory at the Bozsik Arena in Budapest for their UEFA Nations League clash, the stakes could not be higher for both sides. With France sitting in second place in League A Group 2, and Israel at the bottom after two losses, this game will be critical for both teams to salvage their respective campaigns.

For France, this match is part of their effort to bounce back from a patchy start to the Nations League. Didier Deschamps’s men conceded three goals in a disheartening home loss to Italy but responded with a much-needed 2-0 win over Belgium just days later. Missing star players like Antoine Griezmann, who has retired, and Kylian Mbappé, absent for the first time in three years, France are under pressure to find alternative attacking options, with Paris Saint-Germain’s Ousmane Dembélé and Randal Kolo Muani looking to step up.

On the other side, Israel’s journey in the Nations League has been equally turbulent. Their ‘home’ matches are being played in Hungary due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which only adds to their challenges. They opened the campaign with losses to Belgium and Italy, and it seems their promotion to League A might have come too soon. Israel are desperate for points, but against a French team determined to assert dominance, they face an uphill battle.

Best Bet: Draw/France Half Time/Full Time

Given the dynamics of this encounter, the best bet for this match looks to be a Draw/France outcome at half time and full time. The reasoning behind this wager is rooted in both teams’ current form and playing styles. France, despite their obvious strength, have been slow starters in recent games. Their last two matches in the Nations League saw them struggling to impose themselves in the early stages, which allowed their opponents to gain confidence. They conceded three goals to Italy in a short span and only found their rhythm later against Belgium.

Israel, on the other hand, have been more resilient in the first halves of their recent outings, as seen in their loss to Italy. Although they eventually succumbed to the pressure, they managed to hold out until the final stages before conceding decisive goals. Playing at a neutral venue in Budapest, Israel are likely to adopt a more conservative approach, knowing that an all-out attack would leave them vulnerable to France’s counter-attacking capabilities. This cautious mentality could allow them to frustrate France for at least the first 45 minutes.

However, France’s quality is expected to shine through as the game progresses. Deschamps’s team boasts significant depth, especially in midfield with the likes of Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga dictating the tempo. Their ability to retain possession and gradually wear down Israel’s defence will likely result in them breaking the deadlock in the second half. The French have been less prolific without their main talisman, Kylian Mbappé, and are not expected to score in flurries, but they have enough firepower to find the net eventually.

BettingTips4You.com expert quote: “France are the kind of side that don’t need to blow teams away early on – they slowly suffocate their opponents, gaining control of the game with their passing and tactical discipline. Expect them to wear Israel down after a tricky first half.”

Correct Score Prediction: France 2-0 Israel

If we are to align our best bet with the correct score, the most likely outcome here would be a 2-0 victory for France. This prediction is built on several factors, not least of which is Israel’s relative impotence in front of goal. In their two Nations League matches so far, Israel have managed just two goals – one of which was an own goal by Belgium’s Timothy Castagne. Israel struggle to create clear-cut chances, having averaged only 8 shots per game, with a mere two hitting the target. This inefficiency in attack should allow France’s defence, led by Ibrahima Konate and William Saliba, to maintain control throughout the match.

On the flip side, France are not exactly firing on all cylinders themselves. With just three goals in two games and their key players missing, France are expected to take a methodical approach, looking to secure the win rather than chasing a high-scoring spectacle. Their recent games suggest that while they are capable of finding the back of the net, they are also cautious not to overcommit, especially away from home, where they have struggled in previous Nations League outings.

Given this cautious nature, two goals should be enough for the French side. They’ll likely find the opener in the second half, before adding a second as Israel push forward in search of an equaliser.

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