Betting Tip
The positive trend in Belarus's results began under Alos's staff. Belarus picked up only two points from a possible 18 in 2026 World Cup qualifying, but those points came in the final qualifiers in November: draws with Denmark (2:2) and Greece (0:0).
The wins have already come under Goncharenko: since March, Cyprus (1:0), Armenia (2:1) and Syria (4:1) have been beaten. Last Friday at the National Stadium, Belarus dominated, registering 12 shots on target. The result was effectively secured by the start of the second half, with Morozov, Kontsevoy and CSKA Moscow midfielder Shumanskiy all scoring.
Belarus have a straightforward playing structure: Lisakovich, Selyava and Ebong cover a lot of ground in midfield, but they are not especially active creatively. The full-backs, however, often join the attack: Pechenin and Kalinin started against Syria, and on Tuesday they could be replaced by Malkevich and Kozlov.
On the same Friday, Burkina Faso fell short in a friendly against Russia (0:3). In Volgograd, Abdou's team conceded twice by the 20th minute and were reduced to ten men before the break, meaning the red-and-greens had managed only two shots on target by the final whistle.
In terms of names, Burkina Faso have an advantage, with two players from Europe's top five leagues in Tapsoba and Ouattara, but their quality will not be enough against Goncharenko's organised team. Belarus have found their rhythm: they enjoy winning in front of their home fans, while many players from the domestic league are not going on holiday and remain sharp. We are taking Belarus double chance, as they have more motivation for this friendly.
Prediction: Belarus, double chance
