Poland vs.Finland World Cup qualifier: Lineups, Preview, and Predictions
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The starting lineups are in as Finland prepares to face Poland in a crucial FIFA World Cup European Qualifying match today at the Olympic Stadium in Helsinki, with kickoff set for 20:45 local time [[3]].Poland enters the match as favorites, despite missing key player Piotr Zieliński due to injury [[1]].
Confirmed lineups
Here are the official starting lineups for both teams:
- Finland: Lukas Hradecky (Captain),Matti Peltola,Arttu Hoskonen,Jere Uronen,Robin Lod,Kaan Kairinen,Glen Kamara,Fredrik Jensen,Miro Tenho,Oliver Antman,Joel Pohjanpalo.
- Poland: Łukasz Skorupski, Mateusz Skrzypczak, jan bednarek (captain), Jakub Kiwior, Matty Cash, Sebastian Szymański, Bartosz Slisz, Jakub Modewski, Nicola Zalewski, Krzysztof Piątek, Karol Świderski.
Poland’s Strategy and Key Players
Poland will be without Piotr Zieliński, with Jan Bednarek taking over as captain [[2]]. The attack will be led by the duo of Krzysztof Piątek and Karol Świderski. Despite Zieliński’s absence, Poland aims to leverage its strong squad depth and tactical flexibility.
did You Know? Jan Bednarek has played 68 matches for the national team, making him one of the most experienced players in the squad.
Finland’s Outlook
Finland faces an uphill battle, especially after a disappointing Nations League campaign [[2]]. Recent form has been shaky, including a draw against Lithuania (2-2) and a loss to the Netherlands (0-2). However, the team will rely on captain Lukas Hradecky and key players like Joel Pohjanpalo to create scoring opportunities.
Match Prediction
Most predictions favor Poland to win this fixture. SportsMole predicts a 1-0 victory for Poland [[2]]. Poland’s strong lineup and Finland’s recent struggles contribute to this outlook.However, Finland will be playing at home and will be eager to secure a positive result.
Betting Odds and Tips
Here are some betting tips for the match [[1]]:
- Poland to win: Odds at 4/5 (BoyleSports).
- Both teams to score: Consider this option.
- Goals scored over 1.5: Likely outcome.
Head-to-Head Stats
For detailed head-to-head statistics and form analysis, visit Sky Sports [[3]].
Key Match details
| Match | Finland vs. Poland |
|---|---|
| Competition | FIFA World cup european Qualifying |
| Date | June 10, 2025 |
| Time | 20:45 (Local Time) |
| Venue | Olympic Stadium, Helsinki |
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on set-piece situations, as both teams have players capable of delivering dangerous crosses and scoring from headers.
Impact of Captaincy Change
The decision to appoint Piotr Zieliński as captain, replacing Robert Lewandowski, stirred controversy. Lewandowski reportedly lost trust and would not play until there was a selector. coach emphasized that the change was for the good of the team.
what are your predictions for the match? Will Finland be able to upset the odds, or will Poland secure a crucial victory on the road?
