On October 10, the European World Championship Qualifiers deliver another dramatic night of international football. The action begins early at 16:00, as Kazakhstan host Liechtenstein in Astana, with both nations eager to prove themselves and secure valuable qualification points.
The spotlight then shifts to 20:45, where Europe’s footballing powerhouses take center stage. Belgium meet Macedonia in Brussels, while France entertain Azerbaijan in Paris. In Munich, Germany face Luxembourg, aiming to maintain their dominant run, while Iceland and Ukraine clash in Reykjavik in what could be one of the most balanced ties of the evening.
Elsewhere, Kosovo face Slovenia, Northern Ireland take on Slovakia in Belfast, and Sweden meet Switzerland in a Nordic showdown that promises intensity and tactical precision.
With qualification stakes growing higher, every match could redefine the standings. Even a single point can make a huge difference as teams chase their dream of reaching the World Championship finals.
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Kazakhstan vs Liechtenstein
Kazakhstan is currently in 5th place in their group, and so far they have only managed to win one match, which was against today’s opponent, whom they defeated away with a score of 0:2. They lost the other 4 matches, showing poor performance with only 3 goals scored and 11 goals conceded. They usually lose by a small margin, except for their last game away in Belgium where they were beaten 6:0.
They play defensively against stronger teams, but in today’s match, we expect them to take the initiative. Ali Aliyev will rely on the experience of seasoned forwards like Samorodov and Satpaev.
Liechtenstein is currently at the bottom of the table with no points and a terrible goal difference of 0:19. The team seems to lack ideas in attack and is very vulnerable in defense, suffering defeats like 0-6 against Belgium and 5-0 against Macedonia. Their only hope is the motivation to avoid another disaster. In matches against similar teams, Liechtenstein usually plays defensively, but that rarely leads to good results.
Kazakhstan has more quality in every area, they have the support of their home crowd, and we expect them to have complete control of the match. We anticipate a win for the home team and expect them to score at least 2 goals.
1 & T1 2+ (Kazakhstan to Win & Over1.5)
Predicted CS: 3:0
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Belgium vs North Macedonia
Belgium has 10 points and is in 2nd place on the table, just one point behind today’s opponent, but they have played one less match. They have an impressive goal difference with 17 goals scored and only 4 conceded. Their only draw was against today’s opponent, where they tied 1-1 on the opponent’s field. In their recent matches, they have been powerful and convincing, winning decisively like 6-0 against Liechtenstein and Kazakhstan.
Coach Rudi Garcia has a fantastic team, including De Bruyne, Doku, Lukaku, and De Cuyper, who are all in great form. The midfield is working perfectly, and the defense is currently up to the task.
Macedonia has started off great and is a real surprise in the qualifiers. The team has a strong defense, having only allowed two goals, while scoring 11. They play disciplined and are well organized under the leadership of Blagoja Milevski. After 5 matches, they are in first place in their group with 3 wins and 2 draws. They drew with their main competitors for one of the top two spots in the group, at home against Belgium and Wales.
Miovski and Trajkovski, with two goals each, are the main threats in attack, while Elif Elmas and Bardhi set the pace of the game.
Belgium is a much more experienced team with a deeper bench and greater individual quality. They are expected to apply high pressing and dominate possession right from the start, while Macedonia has experienced players and we expect them to score a goal.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 3:1
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France vs Azerbaijan
France remains one of the most impressive teams in the qualifiers. With 2 wins out of 2 matches and 4 goals scored along with one conceded, the “Les Bleus” are once again showing great discipline and consistency. Their victories against Ukraine, 0-2, and Iceland, 2-1, confirm the balance between offense and defense.
Mbappe is in top form with 2 goals and an assist, while Tchouameni and Olise provide control in the midfield. France creates many chances from the wings and has a high success rate from set pieces. Even with several injured players, Deschamps Didier has a deep bench, and he is expected to secure a top spot in the group.
Azerbaijan managed to secure just one point after their match. They drew 1:1 with Ukraine, but in the first round, they suffered a heavy loss of 5–0 against Iceland. Their performance relies on physical intensity, but the limited quality of their defenders and slow transitions are major issues. However, they can be tough to play against when they close down the midfield and play compactly.
We expect France to take control right from the start with high possession and pressure on the opponent’s half. The difference in quality is too great, and it’s just a matter of how many goals the home team will score.
1-1 & T1 3+ (France to Win HT and FT & France Over2.5)
Predicted CS: 3:0
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Germany vs Luxembourg
Germany is currently in third place in the group with 3 points so far. In the first round, they were surprisingly defeated by Slovakia with a score of 2:0, but then they managed to earn 3 points against Northern Ireland with a 3:1 victory. Julian Nagelsmann has stabilized the team and announced changes to the playing system, giving a more offensive role to the young wingers. Key players remain Kimmich and Wirtz in the midfield, while Gnabry and Woltemade lead the attack.
Luxembourg has no points after two matches and is at the bottom of the group. They suffered a narrow loss of 0–1 to Slovakia, and previously, they were also defeated by Northern Ireland with a tough score of 1–3. Even though they have solid energy, they lack organization and experience against teams of this caliber.
Control of possession, dominance in shots, and at least one goal in each half are expected. Luxembourg will focus on a tight defense, but Germany has great individual quality.
1-1 & T1 3+ (Germany to Win HT and FT & Germany Over2.5)
Predicted CS: 4:0
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Iceland vs Ukraine
Iceland started their qualifying campaign with an impressive win against Azerbaijan, scoring 5–0, but then narrowly lost to France with a score of 2–1. The team looks strong and well-organized, focusing on quick offensive transitions and aggressive pressing at home. Johannesson and Ellertsson are the creative leaders, while their traditional strengths are physical strength and compactness in defense.
Ukraine has a bit of a weaker start. In the first round, they were expectedly outplayed by France at home, losing 0:2, and in the second round, they drew against Azerbaijan away. The team led by Sergiy Rebrov plays in a disciplined manner, but they lack creativity in the final third. The midfield, with Zabarnyi, has control, but the finishing problem remains, with Sudakov and Kaliuzhnyi being the key attackers. Defensively, Ukraine plays with a five-man line against faster opponents.
We expect a match with a fast pace and a tactical battle in the midfield. However, the advantage of playing at home could be crucial in this game. We anticipate an efficient match with at least 3 goals scored.
3+ (Over2.5)
Predicted CS: 3:2
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Kosovo vs Slovenia
Kosovo started the qualifying phase with 3 points after playing 2 matches. In those two games, they performed differently. In the first match, they were completely outplayed by Switzerland away from home, losing 4-0, but in the second match, they defeated Sweden 2-0 on their home ground. The coach is the German Franco Foda, and key players in attack are Vedat Muriqi and Florent Muslija, who create most of the threats going forward. Kosovo plays at home with high intensity, which could be a deciding factor.
Slovenia did not start the group phase as expected, and after two matches, they have only secured one point. They drew with Sweden in the first round in a match where both sides scored two goals, but in the second round, they were defeated by Switzerland 3-0 away. Even though they have technically skilled players like Sesko and Vipotnik, the team seems to lack ideas in the attacking phase, and their defense is unstable against fast opponents.
In this duel, Kosovo has a slight advantage due to playing at home and their higher intensity in attack. We expect a close match with both teams taking one point.
X (Draw)
Predicted CS: 1:1
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Northern Ireland vs Slovakia
Northern Ireland has secured 3 points so far, winning 3–1 against Luxembourg and losing 1–3 to Germany. The team, led by Michael O’Neill, plays direct football with long balls and is physically well-prepared. They will have strong support from their home fans in Belfast, where the atmosphere always helps them. Jamie Reid in attack is in great form, but the defensive transition remains vulnerable. In midfield, Charles and Devenny are responsible, each scoring one goal in the previous two matches.
Slovakia, with a perfect 6 points, is the leader of the group. The team, coached by Francesco Calzona, has an exceptional defense, having not conceded a goal in two matches. They defeated Luxembourg 0-1 and then achieved a significant victory over Germany with 2-0 at home. The midfield is solid with Lobotka and Bero, while David Strelec leads the attack. They play patiently, with high efficiency in finishing and excellent organization across all lines.
The quality and consistency, along with individual talent, are on the side of the Slovaks, but Northern Ireland will also give their all to earn points.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Sweden vs Switzerland
Sweden managed to get only one point after playing two matches so far. They drew with Slovenia 2–2 in the first round, and then they lost to Kosovo away with a score of 2-0. Under the guidance of Jon Dahl Tomasson, the team seems to be in a transition phase, mixing experienced players with new young footballers, but they lack finishing skills. The midfield is solid, but the attack relies on individual moves from Alexander Isak and Anthony Elanga.
Switzerland has a perfect 6 points after two matches, easily defeating Kosovo at home 4–0 and Slovenia 3–0. Murat Yakin’s team shows systematic discipline, rotations, and consistency. Embolo and Ndoye lead the offense, while the midfield with Xhaka and Freuler effectively controls the pace of the game. Their defense is excellent, having not conceded any goals in both matches played.
Considering their form and quality, Switzerland is the clear favorite, but Sweden will do their best to secure 3 points in this match. We expect at least one goal from both sides.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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