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Bulgaria vs Belarus Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | UEFA Nations League, November 18, 2024

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  • Tournament: UEFA Nations League
  • Date: 18th November 2024
  • Kickoff time: 19:45
  • Venue: Vasil Levski

Bulgaria and Belarus are battling for a place in the playoff spot and know that a win would take them into the knockout stage. The home side holds the advantage going into the match, knowing that a draw would be enough for them to make it through.

The home side defeated Luxembourg last week that saw them make a late jump to the 2nd spot. They were behind Belarus all this time, but their opponents failed to win any of their last three matches and slipped up.

Belarus will be kicking themselves after slipping from a comfortable spot in the table. They were unbeaten until last week and that has seen them go into the final match in a must-win situation.

Bulgaria Team News

Bulgaria have no injury issues after their win over Luxembourg. They will be hoping to go into the match with the same starting XI that picked up the win last week and get another goal or two.

Bulgaria squad posing for photo
Bulgaria squad posing for photo (Getty)

Belarus Team News

Belarus are also in a similar situation in terms of injury news. No player called up this time has reported any injury and they will be keen on making the most of their firepower.

Belarus squad during national anthem
Belarus squad during national anthem (via Getty)

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Predicted Lineups

Bulgaria Predicted Lineup: (4-3-2-1)

Goalkeeper: Dimitar Mitov

Defenders: Viktor Popov, Simeon Petrov, Aleks Petkov, Fabian Nürnberger

Midfielders: Vasil Panayotov, Andrian Kraev, Georgi Milanov, Filip Krastev, Kiril Despodov

Forwards: Aleksandar Kolev

Belarus Predicted Lineup: (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Fedor Lapoukhov

Defenders: Vadim Pigas, Aleksandr Martynovich, Sergei Politevich, Pavel Zabelin, Kirill Pechenin

Midfielders: Evgeni Yablonski, Aleksandr Selyava, Valeri Gromyko

Forwards: German Barkovskiy, Yevgeni Shikavka

Bulgaria vs Belarus H2H Record

DateMatchCompetition
06-09-2024 Belarus 0-0 Bulgaria UEFA Nations League
26-02-2020 Bulgaria 0-1 Belarus International Friendly
10-06-2017 Belarus 2-1 BulgariaWorld Cup Quali
12-01-2017 Bulgaria 1-0 Belarus World Cup Quali
05-03-2014 Bulgaria 1-0 Belarus International Friendly
H2H Records

Key players to watch in Bulgaria vs Belarus

Aleksandar Kolev (Bulgaria)

Aleksandar Kolev will need to get on the scoresheet for Bulgaria to win this week. He is on a 7-match goalless streak and will need to ensure he brings his best to the big game.

Aleksandar Kolev playing for his club team
Aleksandar Kolev playing for his club team (via Getty)

Fedor Lapoukhov (Belarus)

Fedor Lapoukhov was the star when the two sides last met in the UEFA Nations League. He made 8 saves in the match and will need to be on top of his game once again to get his side the win this week.

Fedor Lapoukhov playing in Europa Conference League
Fedor Lapoukhov playing in Europa Conference League (via Getty)

Bulgaria vs Belarus Prediction

Bulgaria and Belarus are not high-scoring sides and have scored just two goals each in the UEFA Nations League this season. Both sides need to be at their best to get the win and know that a win would see them make it to the knockout stage.

Prediction: Bulgaria 1-0 Belarus

Where to watch Bulgaria vs Belarus live?

CountryWhere to Watch
UKITV
USAFox Sports USA English
IndiaSonyLIV
AlbaniaRTSH/DigitAlb
UkraineMedia Group Ukraine
Broadcasting Details for Bulgaria vs Belarus

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. When is Bulgaria vs Belarus?

A. Bulgaria take on Belarus at the Vasil Levski on 18th November.

Q. Where can you watch Bulgaria vs Belarus for free?

A. FuboHulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream will stream the match for free.

Q. What is the predicted score for Bulgaria vs Belarus?

A. Bulgaria should pick up a 1-0 win over Belarus.

Q. What is the recent result for Bulgaria vs Belarus?

A. Bulgaria drew 0-0 with Belarus when the two sides met earlier this year.