Get ready for a riveting Euro 2024 qualifier match as Denmark faces Northern Ireland at the Parken stadium in Copenhagen. Read on for exclusive insights and statistics.
Introduction
Tonight at 9:45 PM, the renowned "Parken" stadium in Copenhagen plays host to a thrilling encounter as Denmark takes on Northern Ireland. This match is part of the third round of Group H in the Euro 2024 qualifiers. The last time these national teams clashed was during the Euro 2008 qualifiers, which saw Northern Ireland clinch a 2-1 victory. Will history repeat itself, or will Denmark get their redemption?
A Trip Down Memory Lane
During their last encounter in the Euro 2008 qualifiers, Northern Ireland triumphed 2-1, thanks to goals from Feeney and Healy. Denmark had initially taken the lead with a goal from Bendtner in the 51st minute.
Denmark’s Current Form
Denmark commenced their journey to Euro 2024 with a 3-1 home win against Finland. However, they stumbled in the second round, suffering a 3-2 defeat to Kazakhstan despite leading 2-0 at halftime.
Interesting Stats and Player Highlights – Denmark
- Denmark has won 7 of its last 8 home matches.
- Denmark managed 17 on-target shots in the first two qualifying matches.
- Rasmus Hojbjerg is the top scorer in these qualifiers with 5 goals.
- Hojbjerg also leads in on-target shots with 9.
- Denmark earned at least 7 corners in three of their last four home matches.
- Simon Kjaer is the most capped player in the current Danish squad (124 appearances).
- Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is the highest valued player in the squad at 45 million euros.
- Christian Eriksen is the highest goal scorer in the current Danish squad with 39 goals.
Probable Danish Starting XI (4-4-2): Schmeichel - Bah, Kjaer, Christensen, Maehle - Norgaard, Eriksen, Hojbjerg, Jensen - Wind, Hojbjerg
Northern Ireland's Current Form
Much like Denmark, Northern Ireland has also had a win and a loss. They defeated San Marino 2-0, but fell to Finland with a 1-0 scoreline in front of their home crowd.
Interesting Stats and Player Highlights – Northern Ireland
- Northern Ireland received at least two yellow cards in 8 of their last 9 away official matches.
- They have just one win in their last six away official matches.
- Only 4 goals have been scored in Northern Ireland's first two qualifying matches.
Probable Northern Ireland Starting XI (3-5-2): Farrell - Cathcart, Evans, Brown - Bradley, McNair, Charles, Thompson, Lewis - Charles, Whyte
Prediction and Betting Tip
Denmark is the heavy favorite in this match and is expected to bounce back after their disappointing loss to Kazakhstan in late March. Northern Ireland, albeit a modest team, may look for scoring opportunities. Rasmus Hojbjerg, who has had an impressive season with Atalanta, is expected to make a significant impact.
Betting Tip: "Rasmus Hojbjerg to have at least two shots on goal" at odds of 1.91 on Betfair Sportsbook.
Conclusion
Tonight's Denmark vs Northern Ireland match promises to be an action-packed affair as both teams vie for crucial points in the Euro 2024 qualifiers. While Denmark is the clear favorite, Northern Ireland might spring a surprise.
FAQs
Q1: What time is the Denmark vs Northern Ireland match? A: The match will start at 9:45 PM.
Q2: Where is the match being played? A: The match is being played at the Parken stadium in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Q3: What's the historical record between these two teams? A: They last met in the Euro 2008 qualifiers, where Northern Ireland won 2-1.
Q4: Who are the players to watch in this match? A: Rasmus Hojbjerg from Denmark is the player to watch.
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