As EURO 2024 progresses, the clash between Slovakia and Ukraine promises to be one of the most intriguing matches in Group E.

Both teams come into this match with contrasting results from their opening games: Slovakia pulled off a shocking 1-0 victory against Belgium, while Ukraine suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat to Romania.

Who will be stronger in this match? Who will get the 3 points? Let’s have a closer look at the match details!

When and where will the Slovakia vs Ukraine match be played?

  • Match: EURO 2024, Group E, Slovakia vs Ukraine
  • Location: Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Stadium: Veltins-Arena
  • Date: 21 June 2024
  • Kick-off Time: 2 PM GMT

Slovakia vs Ukraine Head to Head

  • Slovakia: 2 Wins
  • Ukraine: 3 Wins
  • Draws: 1

Both teams have had moments of brilliance and difficulties in their first group matches, with Slovakia surprising Belgium and Ukraine suffering a heavy defeat against Romania.

Probable Lineups

Slovakia (4-3-3)

  • Goalkeeper: Dúbravka
  • Defenders: Hancko, Škriniar, Vavro, Pekarík
  • Midfielders: Duda, Lobotka, Kucka
  • Forwards: Haraslín, Boženík, Schranz

Ukraine (4-2-3-1)

  • Goalkeeper: Lunin
  • Defenders: Mykolenko, Matviienko, Zabarnyi, Konoplia
  • Midfielders: Zinchenko, Stepanenko
  • Attacking Midfielders: Mudryk, Sudakov, Tsyhankov
  • Forward: Dovbyk

EURO 2024 Slovakia vs Ukraine: What to Expect

First Half Expectations: Slovakia, after their impressive victory against Belgium, will look to maintain their solid defense and capitalize on counterattacks. Ukraine, needing a win, will try to dominate possession and create opportunities through their midfield talents like Zinchenko and Mudryk.

Second Half Expectations: In the second half, both teams will push harder for a result. Slovakia will rely on their goalkeeper Dúbravka and their defense led by Škriniar to keep Ukraine at bay. Ukraine, on the other hand, will aim to break Slovakia’s defense with the creativity of Sudakov and the runs of Tsyhankov.

This match will be crucial for both teams in their fight to advance to the next round of the tournament. Slovakia has the chance to secure a place in the round of 16 with a win, while Ukraine urgently needs to recover from their initial defeat.

 

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