Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Nations League match.
This is the most crucial match in the group. Currently, Sweden lead Slovakia only on goal difference. If either team slips up, they will have a chance to make amends in the last round against the group's outsider, but that victory is unlikely to matter much. The result needs to be secured in this match.
Sweden
In reality, a draw could suffice for the Swedes, as they are three goals ahead of Slovakia. Can Slovakia really beat Estonia by a significant margin? The first leg was only a narrow win (1:0). The Scandinavians have won more convincingly against the two group underdogs, and Slovakia were fortunate to claw back from 0:2 in their last head-to-head meeting.
Slovakia
It's worth noting that in the last Nations League, Slovakia finished third, falling three points short of Azerbaijan, who are currently at the bottom of the group. Slovakia gained experience at the European Championship, which should help them compete: they have not lost a Nations League match, and at the European Championship, they did not lose by more than one goal.
Sweden vs Slovakia Prediction
The Swedes handle their tasks more sharply than Slovakia, but the visitors' tenacity and ability to capitalise on their chances will allow them not to lose by more than one goal. Although, Slovakia are capable of more.
