Wales vs Iceland Predicted Lineups: UEFA Nations League

12:09pm on Tuesday 19th November 2024
By Jake Skudder

Wales and Iceland lock horns at the Cardiff City Stadium in a decisive UEFA Nations League encounter tonight.

With Wales aiming to leapfrog Turkey for a promotion playoff spot and Iceland eager to continue their resurgence under Age Hareide, both sides will look to field their strongest XI for this critical match.

Wales, unbeaten in the current Nations League campaign, have struggled in front of goal but remain defensively resilient, with their stalemate against Turkey a testament to their ongoing determination.

Iceland, buoyed by a victory over Montenegro, have an opportunity to finish strong and challenge for promotion in next year’s playoffs.

Wales Team News

Injuries have been a challenge for Craig Bellamy’s Wales, with key players such as Owen Beck, Kieffer Moore, and Wes Burns unavailable. Additionally, Mark Harris, who suffered a head injury in the Turkey match, is a doubt. This might open the door for Daniel James or Liam Cullen to start in attack.

Defensively, Leeds United’s Joe Rodon is likely to retain his place despite a collision in the previous match, although Chris Mepham and Ben Cabango could step in if caution prevails.

Karl Darlow is expected to start between the sticks, with Ben Davies, nine caps away from a century, anchoring the backline. The midfield could feature Josh Sheehan alongside Jonathan Williams, while Brennan Johnson leads the attack.

Wales Predicted Lineup to Face Iceland

Darlow; Roberts, Mepham, Davies, Williams; J. James, Sheehan; D. James, Wilson, Thomas; Johnson

Iceland Team News

Iceland will be without Logi Tomasson, suspended for this clash, while Aron Gunnarsson’s thigh injury might prevent an emotional return to Cardiff.

Johannesson’s impressive cameo against Montenegro could earn him a starting spot, while Andri Gudjohnsen remains a key figure upfront.

Victor Palsson may slot into the backline in Tomasson’s absence, with Gudmundsson and Thorsteinsson tasked with driving play from midfield.

Iceland’s defence will aim to nullify Wales’ limited attacking threats while relying on their disciplined structure to create counter-attacking opportunities.