Poland FC meets with Austria FC with renewed confidence, as Robert Lewandowski are set to return in this meeting. Heading into this match, both Poland and Austria did not have a good opener, as both suffered from their respective losses. Poland suffered a 2-1 loss against the Netherlands during their opener, and are needing to win this match. Fortunately, Poland will be boosted by Lewandowski’s return in this match, which will work for their advantage. Meanwhile, Austria are no better as they also suffered a narrow 1-0 loss against France. Just like their opponent, this is a must-win game for Austria, if they want a chance for the next round. The meeting between these two teams is on June 22, 2024, at 12:00 AM (GMT+8).
Poland FC
Poland took the lead against the Netherlands through a header by Adam Buksa, but Michal Probierz’s team was eventually pegged back by the half-hour mark. Wout Weghorst’s winner for Oranje was deserved. Poland’s performance was satisfying, with seven shots on target against high-calibre opposition, but they allowed 21 strikes in comparison. As a result, Poland’s eight-match undefeated streak comes to an end. Poland will need to find a way to repel Austria, which has quickly become a classy side under Ralf Rangnick. Lewandowski is back in full training and should start as an unused substitute in the first match of the competition.
Barcelona’s Lewandowski is expected to be available, but Probierz may keep him in reserve. Swiderski may replace Urbanski, and Moder and Slisz could be options in midfield.
Austria FC
Austria, having been on an unbeaten run, lost to France in a match in Dusseldorf. Max Wober’s own goal in the first half ended the streak, and Kylian Mbappe’s broken nose has dominated headlines since. Austria’s spirited effort against Les Bleus was largely focused on their closing two fixtures in the group. The two nations have a hostile past, with their only two meetings for 16 years occurring in 2019. Poland won an away Euro 2020 qualifier in 2019, and the reverse fixture ended goalless. Austria held their ground against France, and Ralf Rangnick will be satisfied with their performance despite the narrow defeat. Austria has only two wins in the European Championships and has been winless in their last five meetings against Poland.
Rangnick is cautious about tinkering with his side, with Marko Arnautovic likely to return in the final third. Patrick Wimmer could replace Marcel Sabitzer, pending fitness issues.
Prediction:
Poland FC (2.0)
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