In the most tightly contested group at Euro 2024, Slovakia and Romania are poised to face off on Wednesday at Deutsche Bank Park, Frankfurt. Both teams are eager to secure a spot in the knockout stages, with each side holding three points after their first two group matches.
Slovakia, third in Group E, began their campaign with an impressive victory over Belgium. Despite taking an early lead against Ukraine in their second match, they ultimately fell 2-1.
Manager Francesco Calzona, who has led the team since August 2022, has seen his side win 10 of their last 15 games. Slovakia must now secure at least a draw against Romania to have a realistic chance of progressing.
Romania, currently leading the group, also enters this match after a mixed start. They achieved a significant 3-0 win over Ukraine, marking their largest victory at the Euros, but succumbed to a 2-0 defeat against Belgium.
Under the guidance of manager Edward Iordanescu, Romania qualified for Euro 2024 by topping their group, remaining unbeaten, and conceding just four goals.
The stakes are high for both teams. Slovakia needs a win to ensure their progression and could top the group if Ukraine does not defeat Belgium.
Conversely, Romania requires at least a draw to qualify for the round of 16 and could win the group with a victory and a non-victory for Belgium against Ukraine.
Prediction: Slovakia 0-1 Romania
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