Vincenzo Montella’s side lock horns with the bottom-placed team.
Table toppers Turkey are set to welcome mighty Montenegro on matchday 3 of the UEFA Nation League, aiming to continue their unbeaten start in the competition.
Turkey have made a good start to their UEFA Nation League tenure securing four points from the opening two matches to occupy the top spot in Group D. Although they are level on points with Wales, Vincenzo Montella team’s superior goal difference has seen them leapfrog the Welsh side for the top spot. They started their tenure with a goalless draw against Wales in the first match.
In the next one, they did bounce back to secure an impressive 3-1 win over Iceland. A win here will further solidify their top spot in the table.
Meanwhile, Montenegro have suffered back-to-back defeats against Iceland and Wales in the competition as they find themselves at the bottom of group B4. Time is running out for Robert Prosinecki’s team to turn the tables around. A failure to win any of the upcoming matches will see them out of the competition.
However, their next two games are probably the toughest thus far as they are set to lock horns with Turkey and Wales this month.
Kick-Off:
Friday, 11 October 2024 at 7:45 PM UK
Saturday, 12 October at 12:15 AM IST
Location: Samsun 19 May Stadium
Form:
Turkey (in all competitions): W-W-L-D-W
Montenegro (in all competitions): W-L-L-L-L
Players to Watch
Hakan Calhanoglu (Turkey)
Hakan Calhanoglu is one of the best midfielders of this generation who has graced the footballing world with his beautiful goals and world-class playmaking ability. The Inter Milan midfielder is one of the best players Turkey has in the squad. He will be hoping to help his nation win another game here.
Calhanoglu is known for his all-round action in the middle of the park from chance creation to helping the team defensively. He is also excellent at controlling the tempo of the game and at the same time can deliver some dangerous crosses from set pieces.
Stevan Jovetic (Montenegro)
Stevan Jovetic has earned legendary status in the team after making over 75 appearances for them while scoring 33 goals in the process. Jovetic who is known for his spell with Inter Milan and Manchester City was once considered among the best strikers in their respective leagues. Now playing his trade for Omonia Nicosia in Cyprus, he remains their most important player given the qualities he brings to the side.
Jovetic’s ability to beat his marker using his pace and trickery coupled with his ability to convert the chances make him the player to watch out for in this game.
Match Facts
- Turkey secured a 3-1 win over Iceland in their last match
- Montenegro are without a win in their last four games
- The Crescent-Stars are unbeaten in the last four games against Montenegro
Turkey vs Montenegro: Betting tips and odds
- Tip 1: Hakan Calhanoglou to score the first goal– 6/1 bet365
- Tip 2: Turkey to win this game – 1/3 with William HILL
- Tip 3: Match to finish with goals under 3.5– 2/5 with sky bet
Injury & Team News
Turkey have a huge wealth of talent in their squad. Vincenzo Montella is likely going to stick to the same eleven that secured an impressive win over Iceland. Stuttgart midfielder Atakan Karazor has been rewarded for his impressive performance with a call-up to the national side and will be hoping to start the game.
Meanwhile, Montenegro have no injury concerns in their squad. It is good news for them given the importance of their next two matches. Record holder, Stevan Jovetic is set to make his 77th appearance.
Head to Head
Total Matches – 4
Turkey – 2
Montenegro – 0
Draws – 2
Predicted Lineup
Turkey predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):
Gunok (GK); Celik, Demiral, Bardakci, Kadioglu; Calhanoglu, Karazor; Kahveci, Guler, Arturkoglu; Yilmaz
Montenegro predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):
Petkovic (GK); Marusic, Rubezic, Sipcic, Vukcevic; Jankovic, Jovovic; Camaj, Jovetic, Krstovic; Mugosa
Match Prediction for Turkey vs Montenegro
Turkey have made an excellent start to their tenure in the competition. They have remained unbeaten as compared to the visitors who have lost consecutive matches. Considering the wealth of talent Vincenzo Montella has at his disposal, we expect Turkey to win this game comfortably and continue their unbeaten streak in the competition.
Prediction: Turkey 3-0 Montenegro
Telecast for Turkey vs Montenegro
India – Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network
UK – ITVX, Premier Sports
US – fuboTV, TUDN App
Nigeria – DStv Now
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