Bulgaria vs Belarus Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | UEFA Nations League, November 18, 2024
Bulgaria vs Belarus Preview
- Tournament: UEFA Nations League
- Date: 18th November 2024
- Kickoff time: 19:45
- Venue: Vasil Levski
Bulgaria and Belarus are battling for a place in the playoff spot and know that a win would take them into the knockout stage. The home side holds the advantage going into the match, knowing that a draw would be enough for them to make it through.
The home side defeated Luxembourg last week that saw them make a late jump to the 2nd spot. They were behind Belarus all this time, but their opponents failed to win any of their last three matches and slipped up.
Belarus will be kicking themselves after slipping from a comfortable spot in the table. They were unbeaten until last week and that has seen them go into the final match in a must-win situation.
Bulgaria Team News
Bulgaria have no injury issues after their win over Luxembourg. They will be hoping to go into the match with the same starting XI that picked up the win last week and get another goal or two.
Belarus Team News
Belarus are also in a similar situation in terms of injury news. No player called up this time has reported any injury and they will be keen on making the most of their firepower.
Predicted Lineups
Bulgaria Predicted Lineup: (4-3-2-1)
Goalkeeper: Dimitar Mitov
Defenders: Viktor Popov, Simeon Petrov, Aleks Petkov, Fabian Nürnberger
Midfielders: Vasil Panayotov, Andrian Kraev, Georgi Milanov, Filip Krastev, Kiril Despodov
Forwards: Aleksandar Kolev
Belarus Predicted Lineup: (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Fedor Lapoukhov
Defenders: Vadim Pigas, Aleksandr Martynovich, Sergei Politevich, Pavel Zabelin, Kirill Pechenin
Midfielders: Evgeni Yablonski, Aleksandr Selyava, Valeri Gromyko
Forwards: German Barkovskiy, Yevgeni Shikavka
Bulgaria vs Belarus H2H Record
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 06-09-2024 | Belarus 0-0 Bulgaria | UEFA Nations League |
| 26-02-2020 | Bulgaria 0-1 Belarus | International Friendly |
| 10-06-2017 | Belarus 2-1 Bulgaria | World Cup Quali |
| 12-01-2017 | Bulgaria 1-0 Belarus | World Cup Quali |
| 05-03-2014 | Bulgaria 1-0 Belarus | International Friendly |
Key players to watch in Bulgaria vs Belarus
Aleksandar Kolev (Bulgaria)
Aleksandar Kolev will need to get on the scoresheet for Bulgaria to win this week. He is on a 7-match goalless streak and will need to ensure he brings his best to the big game.
Fedor Lapoukhov (Belarus)
Fedor Lapoukhov was the star when the two sides last met in the UEFA Nations League. He made 8 saves in the match and will need to be on top of his game once again to get his side the win this week.
Bulgaria vs Belarus Prediction
Bulgaria and Belarus are not high-scoring sides and have scored just two goals each in the UEFA Nations League this season. Both sides need to be at their best to get the win and know that a win would see them make it to the knockout stage.
Prediction: Bulgaria 1-0 Belarus
Where to watch Bulgaria vs Belarus live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| UK | ITV |
| USA | Fox Sports USA English |
| India | SonyLIV |
| Albania | RTSH/DigitAlb |
| Ukraine | Media Group Ukraine |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When is Bulgaria vs Belarus?
A. Bulgaria take on Belarus at the Vasil Levski on 18th November.
Q. Where can you watch Bulgaria vs Belarus for free?
A. Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream will stream the match for free.
Q. What is the predicted score for Bulgaria vs Belarus?
A. Bulgaria should pick up a 1-0 win over Belarus.
Q. What is the recent result for Bulgaria vs Belarus?
A. Bulgaria drew 0-0 with Belarus when the two sides met earlier this year.