Match review Greece vs Denmark, 1:45 a.m. September 9: Battle for the top of the table

VHO - Commentary on the match between Greece and Denmark, 2026 World Cup qualifiers, the result of the match at Karaiskakis will have important implications for the race for the top spot in Group C.

Greece vs Denmark form

The last time Greece participated in the biggest football event on the planet was the 2014 World Cup. After two consecutive tournaments without competing, the team from the land of the gods is determined to return to the most prestigious stage in the world .

With the 2026 World Cup increasing in size from 32 to 48 participating teams, the opportunities for Greece, as well as many other mid-table teams in Europe, have significantly increased. If they seize this opportunity, Ethniki could very well make it to North America next summer.

In their opening match in Group C, Greece showed ambition and a desire to prove themselves. Hosting Belarus, Greece displayed superior strength, scoring five goals while only conceding one consolation goal.

Of course, crushing a team ranked nearly 60 places lower in the FIFA rankings is not the biggest challenge for coach Ivan Jovanovic's team. Because one of the two biggest "mountains" Greece must overcome will come in this match, when they face Denmark.

If Greece can overcome their direct competitors for the top spot, they will move closer to their big goal. The home team now has enough confidence to believe in their plan to secure all three points.

Before their emphatic victory over Belarus, Greece also boasted an impressive run of three wins. These included convincing defeats of Scotland (3-0, UEFA Nations League) and two friendly matches against Slovakia (4-1) and Bulgaria (4-0).

Statistics show that the home team is in excellent form, both defensively and offensively. With the added advantage of playing at home, Tzolis and his teammates are well-prepared for the test against the "giant" of the group.

Denmark disappointed by only managing a 0-0 draw against Scotland in their opening match.

Despite being considered the top team in Group C, Denmark disappointed in their opening match. Cheered on by over 30,000 home fans at their home stadium, Parken, the team under coach Brian Riemer dominated Scotland.

However, faced with the opponent's disciplined and numerous defensive players, Dolberg, Biereth, Damsgaard, and others were powerless. The 0-0 draw was certainly not satisfying for Denmark, especially since their biggest rival, Greece, had secured a resounding victory.

The trip to Karaiskakis will be a tough test and promises to be quite challenging for the stars from Northern Europe. If they overcome the difficulties and secure all three points, the road ahead will be bright for the visitors. But not leaving empty-handed would probably already be a success for Hojbjerg and his teammates.

In the last 15 encounters between the two sides, Greece has only won 3 and lost 8. However, the home team's most recent defeat against Denmark was almost 20 years ago, in the 2006 World Cup qualifiers.

Information on the teams for Greece vs Denmark

Greece: Full strength.

Denmark: Rasmus Hojlund may still only start from the bench.

Predicted lineups for Greece vs Denmark

Greek: Tzolakis; Vagiannidis, Mavropanos, Koulierakis, Tsimikas; Zafeiris, Kourbelis; Karetsas, Bakasetas, Tzolis; Pavlidis

Denmark: Schmeichel; Kristensen, Andersen, Christensen; Dreyer, Hjulmand, Hojbjerg, Maehle; Damsgaard; Dolberg, Biereth

Prediction: 1-1

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