England FC are meeting with Finland FC for their second Nations League match, as they aim to claim their second win in the contest. During the openers, these two clubs had a different opening campaign, with England having a win, and Finland losing. England dominates Ireland during their opener, winning in a 2-0 score, giving them a strong start. Due to this, England are now eager to win for the second time around, for a chance to advance in the next round. On the other hand, Finland suffered a 3-0 loss against Greece during their opener. However, Finland can no longer afford to lose in this match, as it may cost them from being eliminated early. The meeting between these two teams is on September 11, 2024, at 2:45 AM (GMT+8).
England FC
England caretaker boss Carsley, a former Ireland international, witnessed two former Dublin players haunt Heimir Hallgrimsson’s men at the Aviva Stadium. Declan Rice and Jack Grealish scored well-taken goals. However, Carsley’s men declared at two after failing to keep up their intensity in the second half. England occupy second place in League B Group 2, only behind Greece on goal difference. This standing would be enough to earn England a spot in the promotion playoffs. However, to return to the promised land of League A, England must end a barren Wembley run. They have not won a Nations League game at home since November 2020 and have failed to score in two of their three fixtures since then.
England captain Harry Kane made his 99th appearance for his nation in a win over Ireland, becoming the 10th man to reach the 100 mark. Carsley is likely to keep an unchanged attacking quartet, with Eberechi Eze, Conor Gallagher, and John Stones vying for promotion from the bench.
Finland FC
Finland’s attempt to surprise Greece in their latest Nations League match was unsuccessful, as they were beaten 3-0 by Panathinaikos. The match began with a goal from Fotis Ioannidis, but Finland’s striker Benjamin Kallman’s goal was saved by his own goalkeeper. They have already topped their League C standings in the inaugural edition, are now in a difficult position to maintain their second-tier status. The 2024-25 Nations League campaign marks the visitors’ third consecutive year in League B. However, they are still fighting to retain their second-tier status. Finland has not beaten England in 11 previous meetings, losing nine of them, and have not crossed paths since a 2001 World Cup qualifier. The Huuhkajat are currently on a three-match winless sequence.
Finland suffered injuries in their match against Greece, with Sparta Prague midfielder Kaan Kairinen injured and Rasmus Schuller ruled out. The prognosis is not good, and Urho Nissila will replace Schuller. Joel Pohjanpalo and Teemu Pukki are considered as alternative strikers.
Prediction:
England FC
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