Hungary vs Turkey Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Nations League

Hungary vs Turkey Preview

• Competition: Nations League
• Date: Sunday, 23 March
• Kick-Off Time: 05:00 PM GMT
• Venue: Puskas Arena

The Hungary vs Turkey match will take place on Sunday, 23 March at the Puskas Arena. Turkey won the first game at home by 3-1 and now they will travel to face Hungary in the second leg of this play-off tie.

Hungary will be disappointed with their performance in the first leg as they wasted many opportunities to score as they find themselves two goals down going into the second leg. The Magyars form is poor, with the teams losing five drawing three and winning just two of their 10 most recent fixtures.

While Hungary are winless in their last four at home, they will look to change that as the home crowd will push them to play well. The hosts have conceded eight times in their past three matches and have only triumphed by two or more goals once in their last 10. They will have to play their best football so that they can at least challenge the away team.

The Crescent Stars returned to winning ways after two games on Thursday and will look to continue that form here. They have lost just one of their last seven games in the Nations League, keeping three clean sheets. Turkey's away record has been poor and this will surely be a concern for the coaching staff despite having a two-goal lead. Turkey can't just sit back and allow the home team to dominate the game as this can create a lot of pressure on the Crescent Stars.

Turkey will have to be at their best to stop the home team to get a positive result and surely this will be a mouthwatering clash for sure.

Hungary Team News

The home team doesn't have any players who are injured or suspended for the upcoming clash. All players are fit to play and will be available for selection.

Turkey Team News

Orkun Kokcu will be suspended for the upcoming clash as he got a yellow card in the first leg. The Visitors also don't have any injury issues going into this fixture and all players are fit to play against Hungary in the second leg.

Hungary vs Turkey Predicted Lineups

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

Goalkeeper: Dibusz

Defenders: Fiola, Orban, Dardai

Midfielders: Bolla, Schafer, Nikitscher, Kerkez

Forwards: Szoboszlai, Varga, Csoboth

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

Goalkeeper: Cakin

Defenders: Muldur, Akyadin,Bardakci, Elmali

Midfielders: Kokcu, Calhanoglu

Forwards: Aydin, Yildiz, Yilmaz, Akturkoglu

Hungary vs Turkey Head-to-Head Record

Both teams have faced each other eight times, in which Hungary won four games, Turkey won three games and one match ended in a draw. In the last five meetings, Hungary won three games, drew one and lost once.

Key Players to Watch in Hungary vs Turkey

Dominik Szoboszlai (Hungary)

Szoboszlai is a tall and athletic player with long powerful legs which help him to generate a greater amount of force when striking the ball. His long legs are large levers that create great momentum and he leans over the ball to help him strike the ball clean with his laces. His technique is his clear strength as he has great dribbling ability and agility for someone tall and has a great first touch.

Obviously, there's his top ball-striking and free-kick threat, however, he's also got great delivery from corners and free kicks. His role will be crucial in the second leg as he will have to lead the team with example and will have to give his best to help his team win the match. In 27 matches in the Premier League he has scored five goals and has provided three assists.

Hakan Calhanoglu (Turkey)

Calhanoglu has redefined the role of a deep-lying playmaker. The Turkish midfield maestro does his job very well for his club as well as for the national team.

He is a player who can score, provide assists and at the same time can also do the defensive duties very well. His vision to find his teammates in space and able to break lines makes him a lethal player. He is an integral part of Inter's midfield and always shows his importance on the pitch. With his long legs, he can intercept and make successful tackles to stop players. He is strong and good at winning duels whether it is aerial or ground duels. In 21 games, he scored five goals and provided four assists this season in the Serie A.

Hungary vs Turkey Prediction

This will be an exciting clash for sure and despite Turkey having a two-goal lead they will have to be at their best to get a good result away from home. On the other hand, Hungary does have players on their side who can make an impact to help the team get a good result. Most probably this fixture will end in a stalemate.

Predicted Score: Hungary 1-1 Turkey

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