Kazakhstan vs Finland predictions ahead of this clash in Euro 2024 qualifying. Can the hosts claim revenge against Finland and follow up their brilliant win against Northern Ireland in their last match? Read on for our free betting tips and predictions.
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Kazakhstan vs Finland Predictions
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Euro 2024 Qualifiers: Kazakhstan and Finland’s Battle for Group H Dominance
Key Stats
– Daniel Hakans of Finland scored a hat-trick in just nine minutes against San Marino.
– Both teams have secured three victories in their last four Euro 2024 qualifying matches.
It’s shaping up to be a fascinating encounter in Astana, with both Kazakhstan and Finland gunning for supremacy in Group H. Each standing on a similar tally of nine points, these teams have so far outshone Denmark, Slovenia, Northern Ireland, and San Marino in the bid for automatic qualification to the prestigious Euro 2024.
The Rise of Kazakhstan Kazakhstan, who joined UEFA in 2002, have historically struggled in the European Championships, qualifying just seven times from 44 attempts before this campaign. However, under the guidance of Magomed Adiyev, the Hawks seem poised to change the narrative. A recent record of three wins from four in the Euro 2024 qualifiers highlights their intent.
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Their journey, which began with a 2-1 setback against Slovenia, saw a stunning reversal of fortune with a 3-2 triumph over Denmark. Trailing 2-0, the Kazakhs staged a dramatic comeback, netting three times in the concluding 17 minutes. Subsequent victories against San Marino and Northern Ireland, courtesy of a late winner from prolific striker Abat Aymbetov, have further bolstered their campaign.
Furthermore, Kazakhstan’s broader form over their last 15 games across competitions boasts a commendable four victories, with only a single loss and draw in their recent Nations League endeavour.
Finland’s Flight Matching their opponents step-for-step, Finland, led by Markku Kanerva, initiated their Euro 2024 qualifying voyage with a 3-1 defeat to Denmark. However, they’ve since been formidable, recording three consecutive victories and maintaining a watertight defence. Their offensive capabilities were in full display during a 6-0 annihilation of San Marino, where young talent Daniel Hakans stunned with a rapid nine-minute hat-trick.
With a robust conclusion to their 2022-23 Nations League journey, Finland have tasted defeat just three times in their last ten fixtures. Although they experienced a brief drought with two draws and three losses, their recent form has been impressive, with ten goals scored and three clean sheets.
Line-Up Speculations Magomed Adiyev, ahead of this crucial clash, has made some intriguing choices, inducting five fresh faces into the squad, including promising talents Vyacheslav Shvyrev and Vladislav Prokopenko. While they played with a 5-4-1 formation in their recent triumph over Northern Ireland, changes are expected, especially in the absence of Mikhail Gabyshev.
Finland, on the other hand, will likely see the experienced Teemu Pukki spearheading the attack, while Bayer Leverkusen’s Lukas Hradecky will guard the net. Glen Kamara is also expected to play a pivotal role in midfield.
Predictions
- The Key Outcome: Given the form of both teams, a prediction of both teams to score seems plausible. Both sides have displayed strong offensive capabilities, with Kazakhstan scoring eight and Finland ten in their respective campaigns.
- Correct Score: Given the offensive form of both sides, a 2-2 draw appears to be a balanced expectation. Both sides will likely be cautious, but their recent attacking prowess suggests goals from either end.
- Goal Scorer Prediction: Abat Aymbetov, with three goals in his last four appearances for Kazakhstan, seems a strong candidate to find the net. Meanwhile, for Finland, Daniel Hakans stands out after his recent hat-trick performance.
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