Match #24: Spain vs Poland

     


AB: Spain will be disappointed after a draw against Sweden inspite of 80% possession. Poland will also be disappointed after losing to Slovakia in their opening game. I expect Spain to dominate possession again, and Poland will need to up their game to make an impact. Unfortunately for Lewandowski, Zelinski is the only other world class attacking threat on the team. This is a tough one, but going for a 2-1 win for Spain. However, if Poland score first, and shut down shop then they may be difficult to break down.


Dark7knight: The way Slovakia shut down Poland, don't expect anything other than another Spain tiki taka-ing Poland out of the park, but Spain finally taking some chances and win 2-0, but this Spain side seriously needs to sort out the fwd line-a line led by Morata and some u-21s players is not going to give nightmare to the opposite.. they need to involve Morata in some manner from the start, he offers a more physical presence without compromising on their game.

AK: 

Extremely tough group so far and both Spain and Poland would be keen not to leave too much for the last gameday. Luis Enrique's controversial team selection will continue I suspect but hoping Morata or Moreno find their groove in front of goal. On the other hand Lewandowski woulf be keen to break the duck. Going for an eventful game with 1-1 here.

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