Don't miss the enthralling showdown between Belgium and Austria in the UEFA EURO 2024 qualifiers, as two football giants vie for the top spot in Group F.
Introduction
In what is being billed as the marquee fixture of Saturday’s UEFA EURO 2024 qualifiers, Belgium and Austria are set to lock horns at 9:45 PM. Dominating Group F, both teams are strongly favored to secure the top two spots, thereby qualifying for the tournament, and relegating Sweden to a distant third.
A Close Look at the Contenders
Austria's Impeccable Start
Austria has had an impeccable start to the campaign, winning both of their first two matches. They registered a commanding 4-1 victory against Azerbaijan and a narrow 2-1 triumph over Estonia. Having missed out on the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Austria used the period to play friendlies, securing two victories – 2-0 against Italy and 1-0 against Andorra.
Belgium's Rocky Road
Belgium, on the other hand, participated in the 2022 World Cup, but their campaign was marred by poor performance and internal conflicts among the players. They only managed to score one goal and failed to progress beyond the group stage, which included Croatia and Morocco. However, in the EURO 2024 qualifiers, Belgium has started on a high note by defeating Sweden 3-0 in their first match.
Previous Encounters and Playing Styles
A Storied History
Belgium and Austria have not faced each other in an official match since 2011 when they were in the same qualifying group for EURO 2012. During that campaign, Belgium secured four points from Austria with a 2-0 victory and a 4-4 draw. Ultimately, neither team qualified for the final tournament.
Austria’s Aggressive Approach
Austria has shown a tendency to be more aggressive when facing formidable opponents. This is evident from the number of fouls they commit; 15 fouls against Italy, 13 against Croatia, 14 against France, and 13 against Denmark. In their recent matches against Estonia and Azerbaijan, they committed 11 fouls in each game.
Conclusion
This clash between Belgium and Austria promises to be an electrifying affair as both teams are in form and determined to book their spot in EURO 2024. With high stakes and a history of intense competition, this match is set to be a highlight of the qualifying rounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Belgium vs Austria match?
The match is scheduled for Saturday, at 9:45 PM.
What is the significance of this match?
Both Belgium and Austria are leading in Group F, and a win for either team would strengthen their chances of qualifying for EURO 2024.
When was the last time Belgium and Austria faced each other?
The last time these two nations played against each other was in 2011 during the EURO 2012 qualifiers.
How has Austria performed recently?
Austria has been in good form, with wins in both of their EURO 2024 qualifying matches and victories in friendlies against Italy and Andorra.
What was Belgium’s performance in the 2022 World Cup?
Belgium had a disappointing campaign in the 2022 World Cup, scoring only one goal and failing to advance beyond the group stage.
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