Malta vs Netherlands Prediction and Analysis: Crushing the Underdog
The World Cup qualifying match between Malta and the Netherlands will take place at 1:45 AM on October 10th. Nghe An newspapers, radio, and television will analyze form, provide football commentary, and predict the score.
Latest information on the Malta vs Netherlands squad
CoachRonald KoemanThey have drastically dropped many familiar key players from the squad for this qualifying round:Matthijs de Ligt,Sem SteijnandNoa LangNone of them were present.
Players likeTeun Koopmeiners,Jorrel Hato,Crysencio Summerville, along with the Sunderland coupleBrian BrobbeyandLutsharel GeertruidaThey were also removed from the list. Instead,Quilindschy Hartman(Burnley) andJeremie Frimpong(Liverpool) has been recalled.
Young strikerMexx Meerdink(AZ Alkmaar) was called up for the first time due to concerns about his fitness.Memphis DepayandWout Weghorstbut he later had to withdraw due to injury.
With 10 goals in 27 appearances coming off the bench —Dutch national team record—Donyell Malen(Aston Villa) could be given a starting spot. Supporting him from behind will most likely be...Cody Gakpo, and the midfield consists ofRyan Gravenberch,Frenkie de JongandTijjani Reijnders.
On the other sideMaltaThe brightest star is the midfielder.Teddy Teuma(Reims), who returns after being absent last month.Matthew GuillemierHe also made a comeback after serving a one-match suspension, whileJake AzzopardiDisqualified due to a red card in the match against Lithuania.
In the attacking line, the strikerIrvin Cardona(Saint-Étienne) will compete for a starting spot with the brothers.MbongandJodi Jones(Notts County).
Latest predicted lineups for Malta vs Netherlands
Malta:
Bonello; Muscat, Pepe, Shaw, J. Borg, Camenzuli; J. Mbong, Teuma, Guillaumier, Satariano; P. Mbong
Netherlands:
Verbruggen; Dumfries, Van Hecke, Van Dijk, Van de Ven; Gravenberch, De Jong, Reijnders; Simons, Malen, Gakpo
Latest football match prediction: Malta vs Netherlands
As the strongest contender for the top spot in Group G,Netherlands— the team expected to qualify directlyWorld Cup 2026— unexpectedly dropped their opening points last month and nearly suffered a major shock.
After two opening victories, the coach's teamRonald KoemanbagPolandThey drew 1-1 at home before traveling to Kaunas to face...Lithuania— The team is currently ranked 145th in the world.
Despite taking an early 2-0 lead, the "Orange Tornado" allowed their opponents to equalize in a match that...Memphis DepayHe scored a brace, thereby becomingthe greatest goalscorer in the history of the Dutch national team.with 51 goals.Quinten TimberHe also got his name on the scoresheet, but a lapse in concentration nearly cost the team the victory, before Depay sealed the 3-2 win in the 64th minute.
Having escaped a dramatic defeat, the Netherlands remain at the top of Group G thanks to goal difference, despite having the same number of points as Poland — who have played one more match.FinlandCurrently in third place, the Netherlands still have a chance to compete, but if they win their next two matches (against Malta midweek and Finland this weekend), they will almost certainly secure a place in next year's finals.
In the first leg, the Netherlands hadAnnihilated Malta 8-0 in Groningen, in thereMemphis DepayHe scored a brace. The first three goals came in just 20 minutes, and the coach's team...Emilio De LeoCompletely helpless against overwhelming offensive power.
To date,two draws against LithuaniaThese are the only points Malta has earned in the qualifiers, as they are competing with this opponent to avoid finishing last in the group. After a 1-1 draw in Kaunas, Malta won a friendly match.3-1 against San MarinoBut now they face their biggest challenge yet — hosting one of Europe's top teams.
History is not on their side either:Malta lost all six of their matches against the Netherlands., average5 goals conceded per matchDespite some positive results in recent years, with its position166 worldIn the FIFA rankings, Malta can only realistically aim for a target.Minimize the number of goals conceded.in this match.
Latest Malta vs Netherlands score prediction
Based on the above football analysis, we and leading football websites worldwide have provided our predictions for the match.Malta vs Netherlandsas follows:
- Sportsmole:Malta 1-4 Netherlands
- WhoScore:Malta 0-4 Netherlands
- We predict:Malta 0-5 Netherlands
When and where can I watch Malta vs Netherlands live?
To watch the Malta vs Netherlands match live in the World Cup Qualifiers at 1:45 AM on October 10th, viewers can tune in to the following channels:K+ Sport,K+PMor online sports channels. We hope you enjoy watching football.
