Northern Ireland vs Kazakhstan predictions ahead of this Euro 2024 qualifier on Monday night. Can Northern Ireland bget back to winning ways in the Euros qualifiers despite their lengthy absentee list? Read on for our free betting tips and predictions.
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Northern Ireland vs Kazakhstan Predictions
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A Clash of Hope and Determination
Key Stats
– Kazakhstan have displayed a fantastic comeback spirit, winning from two goals down against Denmark.
– Northern Ireland have a challenge at hand, having won just one of their last six home internationals.
As Northern Ireland sets up to play Kazakhstan on their field this Monday, the atmosphere is one of anticipation and tension. Northern Ireland are keen on securing its second triumph of the Euro 2024 qualifying campaign, while the Kazakh side eyes a third successive victory following triumphs over Denmark and San Marino in the previous rounds.
The Journey So Far
After a promising start with a 2-0 win against San Marino, Northern Ireland have found themselves on the wrong side of fortune, losing two consecutive 1-0 games to Finland and Denmark. An unfortunate twist of events against Denmark saw a potential equaliser from Callum Marshall, which was subsequently disallowed due to offside positioning of Jonny Evans, a blow to the Green and White Army’s morale. With three points in their kitty, the team ranks fourth, and the challenge to get back to winning ways is looming larger than ever.
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Kazakhstan, on the other hand, have shown great resilience in the face of challenges. Following an initial loss to Slovenia, they pulled off a miraculous victory against Denmark, coming from two goals down to secure a 3-2 win. A comfortable 3-0 victory over San Marino added another three points to their kitty. The visitors, currently sitting on six points and eager to qualify for their first major tournament, are geared up for their first-ever faceoff against Northern Ireland.
Line-ups and Player Performance
The Northern Ireland squad have faced a blow with several key players out due to injuries, such as Steven Davis, Stuart Dallas, Corry Evans, Josh Magennis, and Conor Washington. However, optimism abounds with Craig Cathcart potentially returning to the field and Dion Charles, a notable goal-scorer from the 2022-23 campaign, potentially spearheading the attack.
Kazakhstan’s side seems to be bursting with promise. Goalscorer Zaynutdinov could find himself in the starting lineup, and Abat Aymbetov is set to return following a one-match suspension. Their recent performance gives them momentum heading into this crucial game.
Where is the betting value?
We believe that this is going to be a very close affair, and I have found a very interesting Bet Builder opportunity with William Hill returning 14/1. The Bet Builder is made of three selections: BTTS, Each Team Over 3 Corners & Each Team Over 1 Card. The William Hill Bet Builder prediction has been carefully crafted considering several factors based on the previous performances and statistical data of both teams. Here is a breakdown of the rationale for each prediction:
Both Teams To Score (BTTS):
As it stands, both Northern Ireland and Kazakhstan possess considerable attacking prowess. Despite their recent woes, Northern Ireland boasts an average of 0.7 goals per game, while Kazakhstan has a more prolific 2.3. Looking at these statistics, one can be reasonably confident that both teams are capable of finding the back of the net in this upcoming fixture.
Each Team Over 3 Corners:
Both teams have shown an inclination towards aggressive gameplay, which usually results in a high number of corners. They each average 5.3 corners per game so far in this campaign, suggesting that they are not shy about pushing forward and attacking. Therefore, it stands to reason that both teams could easily achieve over 3 corners in this encounter.
Each Team Over 1 Card:
Given the high stakes of the match and the tendency for heightened physical play, the prediction of each team over 1 card seems fitting. Both teams have shown some discipline issues, averaging 2.0 yellow cards per game. In the heat of the match, it would not be surprising if tensions run high and result in at least a couple of cards for each side.
Stalemate Likely
I believe there is good value in backing a 1-1 draw in the correct score market. Northern Ireland, though struggling, are playing at home and will undoubtedly be striving to change their fortune, backed by the support of their home crowd. With potentially influential players like Dion Charles and Craig Cathcart on the field, they have the capacity to score.
On the other hand, Kazakhstan, fueled by recent victories and a determination to make their mark in their first-ever major tournament, poses a significant threat. They have been finding the net consistently, making them likely to score.
However, both teams also boast sound defensive strategies. Northern Ireland have kept clean sheets in a third of their matches, and Kazakhstan have done the same. Taking these factors into account, a low-scoring draw seems a feasible outcome for this encounter.
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