Finland lost all 6 matches in the Nations League, but their opponents there were much stronger than in this World Cup qualifying group. And if they want to go to the World Cup, they must confidently beat teams like Malta.
The teams have not played each other for a long time, but there was a 5:0 meeting. Based on their current form, both the hosts and Finland are capable of scoring 1 goal each, and where there is 1, there is also 2; neither team needs a draw. I predict that we will see at least 3 goals in this match.
Finland performed terribly in the Nations League, losing all their games and scoring nothing. There are some interesting players performing at a good level, such as Jensen, Hradecky, Pohjanpalo, etc. Malta are inferior in class, but I don't think they will simply give up. At home, they practically h... Show more
Pre-Match Facts
Motivation
Malta - 2/10
Status in the current match - clear underdog
Malta5.12
Draw3.16
Finland1.925
Next match - in 3 days, against a clear favourite
Poland1.94
Draw2.5
Malta5.13
Finland - 2.5/10
Status in the current match - clear favourite
Malta5.12
Draw3.16
Finland1.925
Next match - in 3 days, against a slight underdog
Lithuania3.645
Draw3.04
Finland2.28
Injuries & suspensions
The home side will be without a first-team player - defender Зак Мускат. The squad is also missing several rotation players. The away side will be missing a first-team player - midfielder Пюрю Сойри, and are also missing several rotation players.