Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers match.
Following Belgium’s arrival in Group J and their immediate position as clear favourites, the primary task for Wales is now to secure second place. The team must capitalise on their head-to-head encounter with Liechtenstein, though they clearly lack a high-calibre attacking unit.
Wales
Back in March, at the start of the qualifiers, Wales produced only 2.97 xG across 180 minutes against Kazakhstan (3:1) and North Macedonia (1:1). The equaliser in Skopje came deep into stoppage time, scored in the 96th minute by David Brooks, who came off the bench, while Jordan James, Nathan Broadhead, and Brennan Johnson failed to make an impression going forward. It appears Wales would be content with even a narrow win over the group’s weakest side.
Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein struggled even in the group stage of their most recent Nations League campaign, netting just three goals over four matches against Gibraltar and San Marino. Currently, the squad is arguably the weakest in Europe, with a total market value of no more than €900,000. That said, they did avoid heavy defeats in March, falling 0:3 to North Macedonia and 0:2 to Kazakhstan.
Wales vs Liechtenstein Prediction
During qualification for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, Wales recorded two routine 2:0 victories over Liechtenstein. The total goals market deserves attention.
