Greece vs. Albania – UEFA Nations League Prediction
Matchup: Greece vs. Albania
Date & Time: October 14, 2024, 2:45 PM
Location: Athens Olympic Stadium, Athens, Greece
Overview
Greece hosts Albania in this UEFA Nations League showdown, with both teams looking to bolster their standings. Greece’s disciplined defensive style is countered by Albania’s dynamic and aggressive approach. Historically, Greece has relied on their organized defense, while Albania has shown they can break down even the tightest defenses with quick counter-attacks and aggressive wing play.
Key Analysis Factors
- Team Performance: Greece relies on defensive stability, while Albania employs a faster, pressing style that capitalizes on mistakes.
- Player Stats: Key players include Kostas Fortounis and Sokratis Papastathopoulos for Greece, and Sokol Cikalleshi and Elseid Hysaj for Albania.
- Head-to-Head Record: Greece leads in recent encounters, with close, low-scoring games.
- Home Advantage: Greece plays with confidence at the Athens Olympic Stadium, with strong home support.
- Injuries: Both teams have full squads available.
- Coaching Tactics: Greece is likely to play a conservative 4-2-3-1, while Albania may opt for an aggressive 4-4-2.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Greece -110 | Greece Win | 🔥🔥🔥 (High) |
| Spread | Greece -0.5 -110 | Greece to cover | 🔥🔥🔥 (High) |
| Over/Under | Under 2.5 -125 | Under 2.5 goals | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 (Very High) |
