Denmark is preparing to host Spain on Friday night for a highly anticipated UEFA Nations League clash. With the Spanish Reds being first on the table, followed by Denmark, both sides want to build on their strong performances and finish in a strong position in the group. With the stage set at Parken on Friday, fans can expect an exciting and pivotal match in the international break.
Match Details
Match: Denmark vs Spain
Stadium: Parken
Time: Nov 15, 2024 at 7.45 pm UK
Denmark vs Spain: Preview
Denmark currently sits second in League A’s Group 4 with seven points, having secured two wins, one draw, and one loss. This puts them three points ahead of Serbia and three points shy of group leader Spain. The Red and Whites began their Nations League campaign with victories over Switzerland and Serbia, but a narrow 1-0 loss to Spain and a recent 2-2 draw with Switzerland have tightened the standings.
Spain, now unbeaten in their last eight encounters with Denmark, including a 1-0 win last month. In the match, Martin Zubimendi scored in the 79th minute. With 10 points from three wins and a draw, Spain has already clinched a quarterfinal spot. They will need only a draw on Friday to secure the group’s top spot. Still, a loss could open up the competition, especially if Serbia manages to defeat Switzerland that same evening.
Denmark vs Spain: Team News
Denmark’s new Head Coach, Riemer, faces some important decisions as he finalizes his lineup, particularly in attack. Rasmus Hojlund, despite scoring only twice for Manchester United this season, has been productive for Denmark, netting seven goals in 20 caps. Christian Eriksen, returning from injury, will likely start alongside Hojlund, and left wing-back Patrick Dorgu.
Spain faces a few absences, with Pau Torres out due to a muscle injury, and Unai Simon, Dani Carvajal, Rodri, Gavi, and Lamine Yamal all unavailable. Alvaro Morata, initially a doubt following a head injury at AC Milan, is set to start and will look to add to his 37 goals for Spain. Nico Williams and Dani Olmo are anticipated to join Morata in the attack, with Pedro Porro likely to start at right-back. Meanwhile, Alex Grimaldo and Marc Cucurella are competing for the left-back role, while Aitor Paredes, Marc Casado, and Samu Omorodion are hoping to earn their first caps.
Possible Starting Lineup
Denmark: Schmeichel; Andersen, Vestergaard, Nelsson; Bah, Hjulmand, Hojbjerg, Dorgu; Eriksen, Hojlund, Gronbaek. Spain: Raya; Porro, Vivian, Laporte, Cucurella; Zubimendi, Ruiz; Olmo, Pedri, N. Williams; Morata.
Conclusion
The match will be a great watch as both teams are stacked with high-quality players. These three points are critical and both teams will do their best to secure them. Spain has an edge in winning the fixture by a decent margin. However, as they have been in the past few matches, Denmark won’t stay quiet and will be lethal enough on counter-attacks.
