Our prediction for this Euro 2024 match:
Slovenia
Match Time & Date:
14/10/2023
18:00
Prediction: 1-1
Finland
Following a routine 4-0 win over San Marino, Slovenia will look to retain top position in Group H when they face Finland on Saturday afternoon. The Group H leaders were scoring goals for fun in the September qualifying window and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play. The good news for the hosts is that Miha Blazic has overcome his injury. As always, Panathinaikos attacker Andraz Sporar will pose a big threat for the opposition back-line.
The Finns, on the other hand, aim to regain their spot in top two, but beating Slovenia in Ljubljana is easier said than done. Taking everything into account, we believe that punters from all around the globe can find value in betting on draw. Exeter forward Ilmari Nicksanen remains in the recovery room, but there are no suspended players in the visiting team.
Highlighted Player (Miha Zajc):
Born in Sempeter pri Gorici, Slovenia, Miha Zajc started his career in Interblock, recording only five appearances before moving to NK Olimpia on a loan deal. In season 2013/14, the attacking midfielder made 13 appearances in the Slovenian Prva Liga, netting 5 goas in the process.
After yet another loan deal, now with Celje, Miha Zajc moved to NK Olimpia on a permanent deal. The player can perform as an attacking midfielder and as a central midfielder. During his 81 appearances for NK Olimpia, Zajc scored 20 goals and recorded 12 assists, which was good enough for the Empoli officials to sign the 24-year-old for about €1.7 million.
In 2017/18, Zajc helped Empoli win Serie B with 8 goals and 14 assists. Thanks to his good performances, he made his debut for Slovenia national team in March 2016 and has played in 5 games so far, with one goal on his tally.
Highlighted Team (Finland):
Finland national football team played their first international game before the World War 1. The Finns were beaten by fellow Nordic side Sweden (2-5) on October 22, 1911, but eleven years later they recorded their biggest ever win on the international stage.
Finland outclassed Estonia 10-2 in Helsinki and, speaking of their heaviest defeat, the team suffered a 13-0 loss to Germany in Leipzig during the World War II (1940). Finland national team became a member of FIFA back in 1908, but they have yet to qualify for the finals of the major tournament. The Finns did not participate in the European Championship finals as well, but several top-class footballers were part of their national football team in the past.
Former Liverpool ace Jari Litmanen scored 32 goals in 137 appearances for Finland and Sami Hyypia is yet another notable footballer who played for the Eagle-owls. The colour of Finland’s home kits is white, while they play their away games in blue shirts and blue shorts.
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