Euro 2024: Slovakia vs Ukraine Preview, Prediction and Live Stream Details

Slovakia vs Ukraine: Slovakia will meet Ukraine in the Group E encounter of Euro 2024 at the Merkur Spiel Arena. 

Slovakia stunned the world by pulling off an upset in their Euro 2024 opener. Francesco Calzona’s side defeated Belgium 1-0, putting themselves in a strong spot in Group E. Ivan Schranz was the star of the night for Slovakia, netting a goal in the seventh minute to secure a much-needed win. Another victory here would mark their first-ever major tournament with multiple wins.

Meanwhile, Ukraine didn’t begin their tournament on a positive note. They suffered a heavy 3-0 blow against Romania despite dominating possession with 72%. Their attackers managed only two shots on target out of 13, highlighting a critical area for improvement. A victory is crucial for Ukraine if they want to stay alive in the competition. The pressure is on, and they need to find their attacking rhythm quickly.   

Slovakia vs Ukraine Match Timings

Slovakia vs Ukraine Head to Head

Slovakia and Ukraine have met on eight occasions, and the competition has been fiercely contested. Slovakia has won twice, while Ukraine has triumphed three times, with three matches ending in draws. Their last meeting was in the Nations League in 2018, where Slovakia ran over Ukraine with a thumping 4-1 win. 

Slovakia vs Ukraine Team News

Slovakia

• NA

Ukraine

• Vitaliy Mykolenko (Doubtful, foot injury) 

Slovakia vs Ukraine Predicted Lineup

Slovakia: Dubravka; Pekarik, Vavro, Skriniar, Hancko; Kucka, Lobotka, Duda; Schranz, Haraslin, Bozenik

Ukraine: Lunin; Konoplya, Zabarnyi, Matvienko, Zincheko; Sudakov, Stepanenko, Malinovskyi; Tsygankov, Mudryk, Dovbyk

Slovakia vs Ukraine Prediction

This clash between Slovakia vs Ukraine promises to be a gripping encounter. Slovakia, buoyed by their stunning victory over Belgium, will look to build on their momentum and secure a historic second win. Ukraine, on the other hand, will be desperate to bounce back from their opening defeat and prove their mettle.

Expect a high-energy game with Slovakia aiming to replicate their defensive solidity and capitalize on quick counterattacks. Ukraine must convert their possession into meaningful chances and find the back of the net. Our prediction: Slovakia 1-1 Ukraine, a hard-fought draw that keeps the group wide open and the drama alive in Euro 2024.

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