While all of Europe’s elite might already be firmly planning for this summer’s EURO 24, there are still three play-off spots that are up for grabs.
As the likes of Wales and Poland steal centre stage, Thursday’s play-off semi-finals could offer plenty of drama.
Ahead of what should be a nail-biting night of EURO 24 qualifying action on Thursday, we have taken a look at some of the most intriguing betting markets.
17:00 Georgia vs Luxembourg
While Georgia might have enjoyed a stunning Nations League adventure 18 months ago, Thursday’s hosts failed to find any kind of EURO 24 qualifying stability last year. Last seen on November 19th signing off their Group A adventure with a routine 3-1 loss at the hands of European giants Spain, the Crusaders have recorded just a single victory from any of their final six qualifying appearances.
Putting in a nightmare performance during September’s international break as they fell to an infamous 7-1 drumming against La Roja, Willy Sagnol’s men have also continued to show some extended issues on home soil.
Despite snatching a lively 2-2 stalemate against Scotland last year, Georgia have won just a pair of their previous eight European Championship qualifying contests in front of their own supporters – a run that stems all the way back to June 2019.
It should also be noted, Georgia have recorded just a single competitive clean sheet since a 2-0 win against North Macedonia in September 2022.
Although Luxembourg might open Thursday’s showdown pencilled in as a landslide underdog, the Red Lions certainly sprung a EURO 24 qualifying upset last year.
Putting in a famous performance on November 16th as they stormed their way to a 4-1 romp against Bosnia & Herzegovina, Luc Holtz’s side lost just a pair of their final eight Group J appearances and they received plenty of plaudits.
With their recent turn in fortunes underlined by a 3-1 victory against Iceland during September’s international break,…
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Author : Tom Dunstan
Publish date : 2024-03-19 18:00:03
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