Estonia Slovakia Nations League Soccer

Estonia vs Slovakia Nations League Soccer: A Comprehensive Preview

Teams Overview

Estonia and Slovakia will face off in the UEFA Nations League on Saturday, September 24th. Both teams are in Group D, along with Malta and Azerbaijan. Estonia is currently in third place in the group, with one win and two losses, while Slovakia is in fourth place with one loss and two draws.

Estonia

Estonia is a small country with a population of just over 1.3 million people. The Estonian national football team has never qualified for a major tournament, but they have competed in the UEFA Nations League since its inception in 2018. Estonia's best result in the Nations League was a second-place finish in Group C in 2020. Estonia's squad for the Nations League includes several players who play in the Estonian Meistriliiga, as well as some players who play in other European leagues. Estonia's key players include captain Ragnar Klavan, who plays for Serie A club Cagliari, and forward Erik Sorga, who plays for Belgian club Genk.

Slovakia

Slovakia is a country with a population of about 5.5 million people. The Slovak national football team has qualified for two major tournaments, the 2010 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 UEFA European Championship. Slovakia's best result at a major tournament was a round of 16 finish at the 2016 European Championship. Slovakia's squad for the Nations League includes several players who play in the Slovak Super Liga, as well as some players who play in other European leagues. Slovakia's key players include captain Marek Hamšík, who plays for Turkish club Trabzonspor, and forward Róbert Mak, who plays for Hungarian club Ferencváros.

Recent Form

Estonia has lost two of their last three matches, including a 2-0 defeat to Malta in their last Nations League match. Slovakia has drawn their last two matches, including a 1-1 draw with Azerbaijan in their last Nations League match.

Head-to-Head Record

Estonia and Slovakia have met three times in the past, with Slovakia winning two matches and Estonia winning one match. Their most recent meeting was in 2020, when Slovakia won 2-1 in a friendly match.

Prediction

Slovakia is the favorite to win this match. They are a more experienced team with a better squad. However, Estonia is a dangerous team at home, and they will be looking to cause an upset.

Estonia vs Slovakia Nations League Betting Tips

* Slovakia to win * Both teams to score * Under 2.5 goals