Slovenia vs Kazakhstan Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | UEFA Nations League 2024-25

Surprisingly all four teams of this group are level on points after matchday 1.

Slovenia began their 2024-25 UEFA Nations League campaign with a 1-1 draw against Austria on Saturday. The Dragons broke the deadlock early in the first half with Benjamin Sesko finding the back of the net from the spot. This was before Austria equalized a few minutes later. They will want to keep their flawless run intact against Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan on the other hand pulled off a massive result in their favour. They managed to hold group favourites Norway to a 0-0 draw in their opening clash. The draw against Norway will hugely boost Kazakhstan’s morale and confidence for their remaining games. They have sent a warning to the rest of the teams that they might be the lowest-ranked team in their group but can harm anyone on their day.

Kick Off

Monday, September 9, 6:45 PM GMT

Tuesday, September 10, 12:15 AM IST

Venue: Stožice Stadium

Form

Slovenia (in all competitions): D-L-D-D-D

Kazakhstan (in all competitions): D-L-L-L-L

Players to watch 

Benjamin Sesko (Slovenia)

The 21-year-old prodigy has emerged as an exciting talent with a bag full of potential to make a name in Europe. Sesko came into the national team setup in 2021 and has already established himself as an undisputed starter. The RB Leipzig forward has found the back of the net 11 times in 33 appearances for the Dragons. He is already their eighth all-time record goalscorer.

Aleksandr Marochkin (Kazakhstan)

Marochkin is among the most senior group of players in Kazakhstan’s setup. He is a veteran and has a lot of experience under his belt having played 42 games for the Hawks. He kept Norway’s high-profile forward line in check and didn’t let them produce anything on the pitch. The 34-year-old stood tall like a wall and put in six clearances, two blocks and three crucial interceptions. 

Match facts

• The Dragons have not lost a single game in regulation time this year
• They have even never lost a game against Kazakhstan
• Both the previous fixtures between the two sides ended 2-1 in favour of Slovenia

Slovenia vs Kazakhstan: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Slovenia to win – 4/9  by Coral
• Tip 2: They are also to score first – 4/11 by Skybet
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 6/4 by Bet365

Injury & Team News

Both teams are expected to have a fully fit squad for selection in this UEFA Nations League game.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 2

Slovenia wins – 2

Kazakhstan wins – 0

Draws – 0

Predicted Line-up 

Slovenia (4-4-2)

Oblak (GK); David, Vanja, Jaka, Erik; Petar, Adam, Timi, Sandi; Sesko, Andraz

Kazakhstan (5-4-1)

Igor (GK); Bystrov, Alibek, Marochkin, Alib, Yan; Ozarov, Akshat, Bakhtiyar, Islam; Abat

Prediction for Slovenia vs Kazakhstan

Slovenia have a perfect record against Kazakhstan. They have never ended up on the losing side against them. However, Kazakhstan have announced their arrival following a 0-0 draw against Norway. We expect Slovenia to pull off another 2-1 win over the Hawks.

Prediction: Slovenia 2-1 Kazakhstan

Telecast for Slovenia vs Kazakhstan

India – Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK – ITVX, Premier Sports

US –  FOX Sports App, Fox Sports 2

Nigeria – SuperSport, DStv Now

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