Belgium will look to seal qualification to the last 16 stages of Euro 2020 with their second win of the tournament. A Romelu Lukaku brace on either side of the half counted with a Thomas Meunier strike that comfortably dispatched Russia in their opening game. Denmark stands in their way next.
Denmark and the football world were shaken at the sight of Christian Eriksen collapsing on the field. They lost the game 1-0 to competition debutant Finland in an emotionally challenging game. Belgium provides a much stiffer challenge to overcome for the Danes but they need at least a point out of the game to remain in contention.
Denmark vs Belgium Match Details :
When: Thursday, June 17th
Timings: 21:30 (IST), 18:00 (CET)
Where: Parken, Copenhagen, Denmark
Recent Form :
Denmark: WWDWL
Belgium: DWDWW
DEN vs BEL Dream11 Team News :
Injuries & Suspensions
Christian Eriksen is recovering well in the hospital after collapsing in Denmark's opening game and sent a heartfelt message to his teammate on Tuesday for their solidarity and support. Manager Kasper Hjulmand has a full contingent of players bearing the star for their clash against Belgium.
Roberto Martinez side were unfortunate to lose Timothy Castagne through a facial injury the wingback suffered in the previous game, ruling him out of Euros. Center-back Jan Vertonghen won't be risked in this encounter after sustaining a knock against Russia. Kevin De Bruyne is still recovering from his facial injury while Axel Witsel may be available after shrugging off an Achilles injury.
DEN vs BEL Predicted Lineups :
Denmark: Kasper Schmeichel, Daniel Wass, Simon Kjaer, Andreas Christensen, Joakim Maehle, Thomas Delaney, Pierre Emile- Hojbjerg, Mattias Jensen, Youssuf Poulsen, Jonas Wind, Martin Braithwaite
Belgium: Thibaut Courtois; Toby Alderweireld, Dedrick Boyata, Thomas Vermaelen, Thomas Meunier, Youri Tielemans, Leander Dendoncker, Thorgan Hazard, Dries Mertens, Romelu Lukaku, Yannick Carrasco
DEN vs BEL Head to Head :
Belgium have met Denmark 15 times in total in history. Both have won 6 games each with the other three ending in a draw. Most recently, the two met in the Nations league where Belgium emerged victorious in both of the fixtures.
DEN vs BEL Dream11 Team Prediction :
GK: Thibaut Courtois (Bel)
DEF: Thomas Meunier (Bel), Andreas Christensen (Den), Simon Kjaer (Den), Toby Alderweireld (Bel), Thorgan Hazard (Bel)
MID: Pierre Emile Hojbjerg (Den), Youri Tielemans (Bel)
FW: Yussuf Poulsen (Den), Romelu Lukaku (Bel), Yannick Carrasco (Bel)
Match Prediction: Denmark 0-2 Belgium
Belgium will continue their dominance in Group B by picking another victory on the way with Romelu Lukaku possibly adding to his tally. It is harsh for Denmark who have gone through a lot in these couple of days. Kasper Hjulmand will eye the game against Russia instead to conceal their faith in the competition.
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