Denmark is set to face Belarus in a World Cup qualifier at Parken Stadium as they aim to solidify their automatic qualification chances for the 2026 World Cup. The match will take place on Saturday night, marking the penultimate Group C fixture for both teams.
Denmark’s Strong Position in Group C
Denmark currently occupies the first position in Group C, having accumulated 10 points from four matches. They have demonstrated a remarkable offensive presence by scoring 12 goals while conceding only one. Their recent form includes an impressive unbeaten streak with five wins and one draw across all competitions since March.
In their last encounter against Belarus, Denmark cruised to a 6-0 victory, showcasing their attacking prowess. Following that, they secured a 3-1 win over Greece at home, further enhancing their goal difference in the group standings. A victory against Belarus on Saturday would maintain their lead and put them in a favorable position for the final match against Scotland.
Belgium’s Struggles in Qualification
In contrast, Belarus has seen their World Cup hopes dashed early, currently lying at the bottom of Group C. They have failed to secure any points in qualifying matches and are positioned three points behind Greece. The team’s recent record in qualifying rounds has been dismal, suffering four straight losses with an aggregate score of 15-2.
Historically, Belarus has struggled against Denmark, failing to score in their previous three encounters. They sit at 103rd in the FIFA World Rankings, reflecting significant struggles in recent competitions, with 11 consecutive qualifying defeats since their last victory against Estonia in March 2021.
Team News and Player Availability
Denmark will miss strikers Will Osula and Yussuf Poulsen, both sidelined due to injuries. Additionally, Joakim Maehle is unavailable, while Rasmus Kristensen rejoins the squad after recovering from his injury. Key players, including Rasmus Hojlund, who leads the team with four goals in recent qualifiers, will be vital for Denmark’s attack.
On the Belarusian side, coach Carlos Alos has made significant changes to the squad, omitting 10 players who participated in the previous matches. This new lineup sees forward Vitaly Lisakovich, the team’s top scorer, expected to feature prominently alongside German Barkovsky in an attempt to challenge Denmark’s defense.
Predicted Lineups
Denmark
- Kasper Schmeichel
- Andreas Christiansen
- Joachim Andersen
- Yannick Vestergaard
- Joni Dorgu
- Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg
- Mikkel Damsgaard
- Christian Eriksen
- Rasmus Hojlund
Belarus
- Valeriy Pavlyuchenko
- Vladimir Parkhomenko
- Igor Malkevich
- Aleksey Zabelin
- Gerson Ebong
- Nikolai Gromyko
- Aleksey Yablonsky
- Dmitri Pyachenin
- German Barkovsky
- Vitaly Lisakovich
Match Prediction
Denmark enters this fixture as heavy favorites. Given their formidable home record and previous performances, a predicted scoreline of 4-0 in favor of Denmark seems probable. The team’s strong lineup and the current form against a struggling Belarus provide a compelling case for Denmark to secure all three points.
