Our prediction for this match:
Montenegro and Belarus face each other at Mardan Stadyumu (neutral location) in what is expected to be an interesting friendly game. Despite producing fine displays in the EURO 2024 qualifiers, the Montenegrins eventually failed to book their spot at the showpiece tournament in Germany, but they are seen as favourites to beat Belarus in Thursday’s warm-up game. Goalkeeper Milan Mijatovic has overcome his injury, while Mornar midfielder Demir Srkijelj has received his first call-up. New boss Robert Prosinecki can’t count on injured duo Andrija Radulovic – Milutin Osmajic for the Belarus friendly.
Carlos Alos’ men, on the other hand, defeated the likes of Andorra and Kosovo in the last two competitive matches, but seeing that Montenegro players are boosted by Prosinecki’s arrival, home win should be considered. One of the men to watch in the away team will be Arouca forward Vladislav Morozov, who came as a substitute in a 1-0 loss to Moreirense at the weekend.
Highlighted Team (Montenegro):
Montenegro is yet another former Yugoslavian republic. The Montenegrins declared their independence in 2006 and they played their first official match under the name of Montenegro in March, 2007. The Hrabri sokoli defeated Hungary in their first official game, with the team coming from behind to beat the Hungarians.
Serie A superstar Mirko Vucinic and Igor Burzanovic scored for Montenegro in the 2-1 triumph over Hungary. Montenegro national football team participated in the UEFA Euro 2012 playoffs and that is regarded as the team’s biggest success. The Hrabri sokoli faced Czech Republic in the double-header, but they eventually failed to book their place at the showpiece tournament in Poland and Ukraine.
Aforementioned attacker Mirko Vucinic is seen as one of the most famous footballers who played for the Montenegro national team, but we should mention former Manchester City ace Stevan Jovetic as well. Montenegro play their home games at Stadion Pod Goricom and they recorded their biggest win against San Marino (6-0) in September, 2012.