Wales is facing a crucial moment as they strive to keep their hopes of qualifying for Euro 2024 alive in a home match against Croatia this Sunday. Sitting in the fourth position in Group D with only three games remaining, Wales must secure a victory against Croatia, who currently hold the second spot with a three-point advantage. This win is essential for Rob Page’s team.
Having consistently qualified for three major tournaments in a row, Wales now faces the risk of falling short ahead of Euro 2024 in Germany. Compounding the challenge, key players like Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey are unavailable, with Bale having retired and Ramsey dealing with a knee injury. Additionally, Tottenham’s Brennan Johnson is sidelined due to a hamstring injury.
For Croatia, securing at least a draw in Cardiff is of significant importance as they aim for their sixth consecutive European Championship. However, they will have to cope without several of their key offensive players, including Bruno Petković, Mislav Oršić, Andrej Kramarić, and Ivan Perišić, who are all sidelined due to injuries.
Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the match:
Wales vs Croatia (Euro 2024 Qualifying)
Date: Sunday, October 15
Location: Cardiff City Stadium, Wales
Time: 2:45 p.m. ET
Channel/Streaming: fuboTV, Fubo Sports Network, ViX (Watch for free)
Possible Starting Lineups:
Wales:
- Ward; Mepham, Rodon, Davies; Roberts, James, Ampadu, Williams; Wilson, James; Moore.
Croatia:
- Livaković; Stanišić, Šutalo, Gvardiol, Sosa; Modrić, Brozović, Kovačić; Vlašić, Musa, Brekalo.
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