As the football world turns its attention to international friendlies, the match between Malta and Belarus on the 26th of March, 2024, at Ta' Qali National Stadium, promises an intriguing contest.
Both teams are seeking momentum after their respective outcomes in their last matches, and this game presents an opportunity to evaluate their current forms and strategies ahead of future competitions.
Current Form
Malta's Current Form
Malta enters this fixture on the back of a resilient 2-2 draw against Slovenia, a result that halted a four-game losing streak.
Despite finishing their Euro 2024 qualification campaign at the bottom of Group C without securing a single point, the Maltese team showed signs of improvement and resilience.
Their focus now shifts towards the upcoming UEFA Nations League campaign starting in September, where they'll face Andorra and Moldova in Group 2 of League D.
Belarus' Current Form
On the other side, Belarus suffered a 2-0 defeat to Montenegro, marking their second consecutive friendly loss.
However, their Euro 2024 qualifying journey was more favourable, accumulating 12 points and finishing fourth in their group.
Carlos Alos's side demonstrated potential, especially with back-to-back wins against Andorra and Kosovo, signalling a team on the verge of a resurgence.
Team News
Malta Team News
Malta's coach, Michele Marcolini, is expected to continue building on the team's chemistry without making significant changes from their last outing.
A 3-5-2 formation might see Paul Mbong and Luke Montebello leading the attack, despite their goal droughts for the national team.
Joseph Mbong could feature as a wing-back, with Yannick Yankam, who plays his club football in the United States, anchoring the midfield.
Belarus Team News
Belarus will likely rotate the squad to give playing time to more players. Max Ebong, the team's leading goalscorer, is anticipated to spearhead the attack once again.
Denis Laptev, Dmitry Antilevsky, and Vladislav Morozov could also play significant roles in the final third, with youngster Artyom Shumansky possibly making his international debut.
Scoreline Prediction
Considering Malta's recent performance against Slovenia and Belarus's aim to bounce back, this match is poised to be closely contested.
Both teams have their strengths and areas for improvement, but the determination to win will be evident on the pitch.
Our prediction for this friendly encounter leans towards a 2-2 draw, reflecting both sides' current form.
FAQ
When is the Malta vs Belarus match? The match is on the 26th of March, 2024.
Where is the match being played? At Ta' Qali National Stadium, Malta.
What was Malta's performance in their last match? Malta drew 2-2 with Slovenia in their last match.
How did Belarus perform in their last game? Belarus suffered a 2-0 defeat to Montenegro.
What formations are the teams expected to use? Malta is expected to use a 3-5-2 formation, while Belarus may also make tactical adjustments to their lineup.
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