Wales vs Turkey prediction and betting tips on September 6, 2024
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In the first round of the Nations League on September 6, 2024, Wales will host Turkey in Cardiff. The home side will aim to delight their fans, but the visitors are hoping that the summer momentum hasn't faded yet.
Key Statistics and Trends for Wales vs Turkey
- Wales has won only one of their last six matches.
- Turkey has won three of their last five matches.
- Turkey has not won any of their last five away matches.
- Wales has failed to score in their last three matches.
- Wales wins the first half in 40% of their matches, while Turkey wins in 26% of theirs.
Our Prediction for the Match Wales vs Turkey
The "Dragons" bid farewell to Gareth Bale after the World Cup in Qatar. Without Bale, they seem to lack a leader capable of making a decisive difference in crucial moments. As a result, a team that had become a regular participant in major tournaments managed only twelve points in their group, finishing third. Meanwhile, the "Janissaries" won the group, with a new coach, Vincenzo Montella, taking the helm during the campaign.
Wales had another chance through the Nations League pathway. However, after thrashing Finland 4-1 in March, they lost on penalties at home in the decisive match against Poland. They then played two friendlies in June with disappointing results: a 0-0 draw against Gibraltar and a 0-4 loss to Slovakia. Turkey, on the other hand, was one of the surprises of the Euros. Although they had a poor showing against Portugal, including a comical own goal, they managed to defeat Georgia, the Czech Republic, and Austria in the Round of 16. Their run ended in the quarterfinals against the Netherlands, where they took the lead but eventually lost 1-2 due to another own goal by Muldur in the 76th minute.
Montella now has more options for the squad, as injuries hampered the team in the summer. The new Welsh coach, Craig Bellamy, has called up only two potential debutants. However, Wayne Hennessey is absent, and ten players from the June squad are no longer included.
Wales vs Turkey: Potential Starting Lineups
Wales (possible lineup): Ward - Davies, Ampadu, Cabango, Stevens - Sheehan, Jordan James, Daniel James, Ramsey, Johnson - Moore
Turkey (possible lineup): Günok - Kadıoğlu, Bardakçı, Akaydın, Ayhan, Muldur - Yıldız, Çalhanoğlu, Özcan, Güler - Yılmaz
Head-to-Head Matches: Wales vs Turkey
Wales holds a slight advantage overall, with four wins and three losses in nine matches. However, in last year's qualifiers, Turkey won 2-0 at home, with a 1-1 draw in Cardiff.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: Wales vs Turkey
The visitors are favored, but the enthusiasm from the Euros may not carry over here. This match is unlikely to be a high-scoring affair—we expect "under 2.5 goals" (odds – 1.68).