On March 21, the Bilino Pole stadium in the city of Zenica will be the scene of the most important fight Euro 2024 qualification year between the national teams of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Ukraine.
The Ukrainian team is approaching this clash with a clear goal – to win and continue the fight for qualification to Euro 2024. Against the backdrop of recent successful performances, the team feels confident, despite some losses in the lineup due to injuries. Thanks to the presence of high-quality performers in the team, Ukraine is one of the favorites of the upcoming meeting.
The Bosnian team, in turn, is looking for its chance of salvation after unsuccessful results in the qualifying matches. Taking only fifth place in their group, the team strives to prove that they are capable of more and are ready to give battle to any opponent. Despite the difficulties, the team has experienced players who are ready to give 100% on the field. Our team has prepared for you football predictions!
Forecast for the match Bosnia and Herzegovina – Ukraine
Odds football bet odds for Ukraine’s victory range from 2.27 to 2.93, which makes it the favorite of this match. However, the odds for Bosnia and Herzegovina to win are also not too high (from 3.55 to 4.20), indicating that bookmakers are not ruling out a surprise from this team.
Draw odds are in the mid-range (3.30 to 3.50), reflecting market expectations that the match could be tied, with pass betting showing a similar pattern: 2.50 on Bosnia and Herzegovina versus 1.60 on Ukraine.
It is interesting to note that the Double Chance odds for Ukraine (1X or X2) remain relatively low (between 1.31 and 1.55), indicating that bookmakers are highly confident that Ukraine will not lose.
Taking a look at Total Goals, we see that bookmakers are expecting an average match, with odds for over 2.5 goals ranging from 1.69 to 2.29. At the moment we see such bookmaker betsbut they change every minute.
| Type of bet | Odds |
| Victory in regulation time |
Bosnia and Herzegovina – 3.60 Draw – 3.35 Ukraine – 2.25 |
| Double chance |
1X – 1.72 12 – 1.36 X2 – 1.32 |
| Totals |
B (2.0) — 1.65 M (2.0) – 2.30 B (2.5) – 2.31 M (2.5) – 1.71 B (3.0) – 3.05 M (3.0) – 1.38 |
GGBet odds
| Type of bet | Odds |
| Victory in regulation time |
Bosnia and Herzegovina – 3.63 Draw – 3.37 Ukraine – 2.23 |
| Double chance |
1X – 1.76 12 — 1.40 X2 – 1.36 |
| Totals |
B (2.0) — 1.64 M (2.0) – 2.44 B (2.5) – 2.22 M (2.5) – 1.76 B (3.0) — 3.26 M (3.0) – 1.36 |
VBet odds
| Type of bet | Odds |
| Victory in regulation time |
Bosnia and Herzegovina – 3.58 Draw – 3.35 Ukraine – 2.25 |
| Double chance |
1X – 1.68 12 – 1.35 X2 – 1.31 |
| Totals |
B (2.0) — 1.70 M (2.0) – 2.27 B (2.5) – 2.29 M (2.5) – 1.69 B (3.0) — 3.35 M (3.0) – 1.35 |
What to bet on in the Bosnia and Herzegovina – Ukraine match
Based on the data presented and the current form of the teams, there are several directions for bet on football online for this match.
| Total Under 2.5 | Given Bosnia and Herzegovina’s problems with scoring and Ukraine’s preference for defensive play, betting on a total under 2.5 goals may be reasonable. This is supported by the statistics of the last meetings of both teams, where a low overall score is often recorded. Average odds – 1.65 |
| Victory of the Ukrainian team | On the other hand, given Ukraine’s recent performances and successes against their opponents, betting on Ukraine’s victory could be valuable, especially given the quality of some of the players and consistency in the game. Average odds – 2.26 |
| Total under 9.5 corners | Betting on corners, especially those under 9.5, can also be attractive. In matches where both teams play cautiously, set pieces may not be as frequent and the number of corners will therefore be reduced. Average odds – 1.63 |
Composition of the Ukrainian national team for the Euro 2024 playoff match
Ukraine national football team heading into the Euro 2024 knockout stages with a well-balanced squad that combines veteran experience with the energy of young talent. A strong starting defensive line was formed thanks to the presence of Trubin in goal, as well as a confident and reliable block of defenders in the person of Mikolenko, Zabarny, Matvienko, Konoplya and Brazhko.
The central zone of the field is staffed with players capable of controlling the game and distributing balls – such as Sudakov and Zinchenko. The attacking potential is provided by the trio Mudrik, Dovbik and Malinovsky, who can create serious pressure on the opponent’s defense.
In midfield, in addition to Sudakov and Zinchenko, there are key figures such as Stepanenko, who can bring stability, and Tsigankov, known for his ability to dribble and accurately pass.
The extensive list of players from Shakhtar and Dynamo indicates strong teamwork, which could be a decisive factor in the upcoming meeting. If you want to place a bet on the match Bosnia – Ukrainethis factor should be taken into account.
Our full lineup:
Goalkeepers:
- Georgy Bushchan
- Andrey Lunin
- Anatoly Trubin
Defenders:
- Denis Popov
- Vladislav Dubinchak
- Alexander Karavaev
- Alexander Timchik
- Nikolay Matvienko
- Efim Hemp
- Valery Bondar
- Alexander Svatok
- Ilya Zabarny
- Vitaly Mykolenko
Midfielders:
- Taras Stepanenko
- Georgy Sudakov
- Egor Nazarina
- Alexander Zubkov
- Alexander Pikhalonok
- Victor Tsygankov
- Sergei Sidorchuk
- Ruslan Malinovsky
- Alexander Zinchenko
- Mikhail Mudrik
Forwards:
- Danil Sikan
- Artem Dovbik
- Roman Yaremchuk
Bosnia and Herzegovina squad for the match
| Goalkeeper line | Led by Saudi Arabian Ibrahim Sehich, who is expected to be the main goalkeeper. He will be supported by Nikolai Vasil from the German St. Pauli and Kenan Pirich from the Cypriot AEK. |
| Protection | Includes Amar Dedic and Jusuf Gazibegovic from Austrian clubs, as well as Eldar Čić and Sead Kolasinac from Atalanta and Anel Ahmedhodžić from Sheffield United. Additional defensive strength will be provided by Adrian Leon Barisic, Dennis Gadzikadunic, Renato Gojkovic and Nihad Mujakic. |
| Midfield | Represented by Rade Krunic, the team’s leading scorer for Fenerbahce, Gojko Cimirot and Miral Pjanic adding experience in the central zone from Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Ivan Bašić, Benjamin Tahirović from Ajax, Denis Husseinbašić from Cologne, Haris Hayradinović from Kasimpasa and Amar Rahmanović from Wings of the Soviets |
| Forwards | Edina Dzeko from Fenerbahce, who, despite his veteran qualities, remains one of the leaders and key players. Augsburg’s Ermedin Demirovic and Hertha’s Haris Tabakovic will be the key men in attack, while Zrinski’s Nemanja Bilbija and Lokomotiv’s Said Gamulic will be key players in the attack. |
Where will the play-off match between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Ukraine take place?
The Euro 2024 qualifying play-off match between the national teams of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Ukraine will be held at the Bilino Pole stadium in the city of Zenica. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 21, and will begin at 21:45 Kyiv time.
Where to watch the match Bosnia – Ukraine
Bosnia Ukraine football As part of the Euro 2024 playoffs, it will be possible to watch in the following ways:
- The online broadcast of the game can be viewed on the MEGOGO streaming platform. A subscription to the “Optimal” package costs 109 hryvnia per month, with the opportunity to take advantage of a special offer for the first 14 days for 1 hryvnia.
- Some bookmakers provide their registered users with the opportunity to watch live sports events online, which can be a convenient option for betting enthusiasts or those looking for free viewing.
- It is also expected that the match will be broadcast on the national TV channel “Suspilne”, available for viewing on television in Ukraine.
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Source: Sportarena
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