Belarus vs Northern Ireland Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Nations League, October 12, 2024
Preview
- Date: Saturday, October 12
- Kick-off Time: 6:45 pm GMT
- Venue: ZTE-Arena, Zalaegerszeg, Hungary
Round three in the UEFA Europa League C Group 3 will include Belarus and Northern Ireland coming up against each other. The Belarus vs Northern Ireland game will be held at a neutral venue in Hungary. Belarus currently sits at the top of the group with four points from three games while Northern Ireland is at third place owing to three points from two matches. Northern Ireland has won the last three outings against Belarus.
Belarus’ form in recent matches has been an atrocious one. In the last six games, the country has managed just a solitary victory to go with three defeats and two draws. Defensive woes have been a worry for Belarus, having conceded 10 goals in those six games. Despite that, Carlos Alos’ men are at the top of the group with four matchdays to go.
Northern Ireland has been a victim of inconsistencies lately. The nation has accumulated three victories, one draw, and two defeats in the last six fixtures. During this period, Northern Ireland has scored seven goals and conceded seven. The national team has a nice blend of potential and experience but will need to be confident on their day in order to secure promotion to the second tier of the Nations League.
Belarus National Football Team News
Belarus will line in a modern-day and unorthodox 3-4-3 formation. It is a big gamble for Carlos Alos but his beliefs have worked out very well so far so there will be no reason for him to divert from his preferred formation.
Northern Ireland National Football Team News
Northern Ireland on the contrary is set up in a very conventional and conservative shape. Michael O’Neill will name a 5-4-1 formation. The striker’s job will be a challenging one due to a lack of support from the wings. The midfielders will be required to make runs into the box.
Belarus vs Northern Ireland Predicted Lineups
Belarus National Football Team Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)
Goalkeeper: Lapoukhov
Defenders: Volkov, Martynovich, Zabelin
Midfielders: Karpovich, Selyava, Ebong, Pechenin
Forwards: Bakhar, Shikavka, Antilevski
Northern Ireland National Football Team Predicted Lineup (5-4-1)
Goalkeeper: Peacock-Farrell
Defenders: Hume, Ballard, McNair, Brown, Lewis
Midfielders: Bradley, S. Charles, Saville, Price
Forwards: D. Charles
Belarus vs Northern Ireland H2H Record
According to records, Belarus and Northern Ireland have faced each other thrice in the past. The Green and White Army have won all of those contests. The most recent head-to-head matchup was held in June 2019.
| Result | Year and Competition |
| Belarus 0-1 Northern Ireland | 2019, Euro Qualifiers |
| Northern Ireland 2-1 Belarus | 2019, Euro Qualifiers |
| Northern Ireland 3-0 Belarus | 2016, Friendlies |
Key Players to Watch in Belarus vs Northern Ireland
Conor Bradley (Northern Ireland)
Conor Bradley is one of the well-known names in the Northern Ireland Football Team. Bradley plays for Liverpool in the Premier League primarily as a right-back. The 21-year-old has been a constant performer for his nation, having recorded three goals in the last five international games. Bradley will be required to hold his flank and step into the attack from his position regularly. Conor Bradley will undoubtedly be the player to look forward to in the Belarus vs Northern Ireland contest.
Belarus vs Northern Ireland Prediction
There is not much to separate between Belarus and Northern Ireland on Saturday evening. The former is at the top of the group while the latter possesses the superior head-to-head record. A draw promises to be the most likely outcome.
Predicted Score: Belarus 2-2 Northern Ireland
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Where to watch Belarus vs Northern Ireland Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | Fox Sports USA English, fubo TV |
| UK | ITV |
| India | Sony Network/SonyLiv |
| Belarus | CTV |
| Northern Ireland | ITV |
FAQs
Q. When is Belarus vs Northern Ireland?
The Belarus vs Northern Ireland match will be played on 12ᵗʰ October at the ZTE-Arena, Zalaegerszeg, Hungary.
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Q. What is the predicted score in Belarus vs Northern Ireland?
Our predicted score for the upcoming Belarus vs Northern Ireland fixture is 2-2.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Belarus vs Northern Ireland?
The last three meetings between Belarus and Northern Ireland have ended in three victories for Northern Ireland with an aggregate score of 1-6.