Slovakia vs. Croatia Tip & Odds, 04.09.2021 – 20:45 – World Cup Qualification Europe
One of the top matches of the upcoming World Cup qualification matchday will be played between Slovakia and Croatia. Both competitors will meet on Saturday, 4 September at 8:45 pm, at the Štadión Tehelné pole in the Slovak capital Bratislava. Both Slovaks and Croats claim first place in group H. The “Vatreni” have one more point in their account. Both teams will certainly give everything to achieve a threesome. Who can achieve this and which betting tip is recommended, it is necessary to discuss in the following World Cup betting forecast.
(Quotation status: 02.09.2021, 10:55)
Slovakia finally had to prove its ability against Slovenia. In a match at eye level, the Slovaks got a better start and went into the lead after only 32 minutes by Robert Bozenik. However, the leadership was not long lasting. The home team pushed for the equaliser and should be able to achieve it before the break by Petar Stojanovic. In the second round, both teams met on an equal footing, with the hosts playing out more chances. However, these were not consistently played to the end. To make it short, further hits were ultimately granted to both opponents. However, the points division was also to be classified as fair.
Due to the draw, Slovakia missed the jump to the top of the table. In the event of a victory, the place in the sun would have been there. With a record of one win and three draws, the team of coach Stefan Tarkovic is undefeated in the qualifying so far. Six looted points earn third place. The gap to the top duo from Croatia and Russia amounts to one point. The offensive scored four goals and the defense was conceded four goals on the other side. Milan Skriniar is the best attacker in his own ranks with two goals.
The odds, however, reveal the Slovaks rather as underdogs in relation to the group victory. Croatia and Russia are attributed significantly better opportunities.
Latest Games of Slovakia
Slovakia: 1 win – 2 draws – 2 losses
(Status: 02.09.2021)
The “fiery” travelled to Russia for the top game. Both teams wanted to own the first place. Particularly in the initial phase, uncertainties were felt. Although the guests sometimes showed 60 percent possession of the ball, there was a lack of final determination in front of the Russian goal. The first 45 minutes went without a goal. In the second round, the football fan presented himself with a similar picture as in half-time one. Both teams did not take too high a risk and above all did not want to make any mistakes. In the end, it should be a division of points.
The draw on the final day helped the Croats only to a limited extent. A victory would have created a three-point advantage over the pursuer from Russia. After all, the second leg is played in Croatia, where the “Vatreni” have it in their own hands. In addition to the draw, there were two victories and one defeat. The successes were achieved against Malta (3:0) and Cyprus (1:0). The first day of play was a narrow 0-1 defeat to Slovenia. As already mentioned, the odds have made the team of coach Dalic the favourite to win the group. So far, the offensive has scored four goals and only one goal has been conceded to the defence on the other side. There is no real goalgetter in one’s own ranks. The four goals are divided between four outfield players. These are embodied by Brekalo, Modric, Perisic and Pasalic.
Latest Games of Croatia
Croatia: 1 win – 2 draws – 2 losses
0 victories Slovakia – 1 draw – 4 victories Croatia
The search for a clear favourite runs in the sand with this approach. This is mainly due to the fact that the Slovaks enjoy the right to play at home. The Croats were weak away from home and could not win any of the last six long-distance matches. But will the spell now be broken against Slovakia? A betting tip on the guests is to be classified as very daring. As part of our World Cup betting forecast, an equal duel is to be expected. In this, both teams will find their way to the opponent’s box and score goals. For this reason, it is advisable to bet on the market “both teams meet”.
Bet tip Bundesliga trend: Both teams meet? Yes
Bet odds at Bet365*: 1.95 (odds: 09/02/2021, 10:55)
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