Slovenia and Northern Ireland will face off in the MatchDay 5 of the UEFA European Championship Qualifying.
Northern Ireland possesses the capability to breach Slovenia’s defense, but it’s likely they may also concede a couple of goals at the other end.
Slovenia enters this match on the heels of a 1-1 draw in the Euro Qualifiers against Denmark.
Under the guidance of Matjaž Kek, Slovenia has managed to score 8 goals in their last 6 matches. In contrast, they have conceded 5 goals in those same fixtures.
Slovenia’s manager, Matjaž Kek, has the luxury of a fully fit squad at his disposal for this game, with no fitness concerns to contend with.
Last 5 Games: Won: 3, Draw: 1, Lost: 1, Scored: 6, Conceded: 4, Clean Sheets: 2.
After their recent defeat to Kazakhstan in the Euro Qualifiers, Northern Ireland and their supporters are eager for a more favorable outcome in this upcoming match.
Recent statistics indicate that Northern Ireland has conceded goals in 5 of their last 6 matches, allowing opposing teams to score a total of 7 goals. Defensively, Northern Ireland has not been particularly solid.
Northern Ireland’s manager, Michael O’Neill, can approach this match with confidence, as he has a fully healthy squad to select from. There are no fitness concerns to report ahead of this game.
Last 5 Games: Won: 1, Draw: 0, Lost: 4, Scored: 3, Conceded: 6, Clean Sheets: 1.
The match will be played at the Stadion Stožice.
September 7, 2023, 19:45 UK time.