A friendly match between Norway and the Czech Republic will take place on March 22. The game starts at 20:00 Moscow time. Bookmakers give preference to the hosts in their predictions: you can bet on the Norwegians to win at odds of 2.00. The success of the Czechs is estimated at 3.70. Tie bets are accepted at 3.60.
Bookmaker odds for the friendly match Norway – Czech Republic on March 22, 2024
Analysts believe that the match between Norway and the Czech Republic will not be productive: a total of more than 2.5 goals costs 1.94, and a total of less than 2.5 goals costs 1.86. If the hosts score, the odds will be 1.20. The away goal is available in betting houses with an odds of 1.43. You can bet on “both will score” for 1.80.
Analysis and forecast for the friendly match Norway – Czech Republic (03/22/2024)
The international break has arrived. While some teams fight for a ticket to Euro 2024 through play-offs, others participate in friendly matches. On March 22, the teams of Norway and the Czech Republic will meet in a control match. The kick-off at Ullevål Stadium will sound at 20:00 Moscow time.
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In recent years, Norwegians have not been able to qualify for major international tournaments. Despite the presence of world-class stars in the team: Martin Odegaard and Erling Haaland, the team always finishes close to the access zone to the final round.
All this could be attributed to the lack of technique of other “drill” players, but the Norwegian “Bodø-Glimt” has been causing a sensation in several European cups for several years and delights with its beautiful game. The conclusion is that the level of the championship and the lack of resources have nothing to do with each other.
The problem is that Ståle Solbakken does not manage the available resources in the best way. It sticks to old principles, rarely experiments, and uses the same type of game design. Opponents have already adapted to this and identified all the weaknesses of the “drills”.
But in Norway there are enough great specialists who can bring something new. Kjetil Knutsen’s fresh and progressive perspective or Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s experience in managing Manchester United could benefit the national team. For now, however, Solbakken enjoys authority.
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The Czech Republic cannot boast of having players of the caliber of Haaland and Odegaard. However, in general, the equipment of the “popular team” is quite good. He is supported by prominent West Ham players Tomas Soucek and Vladimir Tsoufal, Union midfielder Alex Kral, who previously played for Spartak Moscow, and others.
The best clubs in the Czech Republic (Sparta, Slavia and Viktoria Plzen) regularly participate in European cups. They often reach the group stage and sometimes even reach the finals. Therefore, in general, the composition of the national team is quite good, despite the small number of well-known names.
Under the leadership of Jaroslav Shilgava, the Czechs managed to qualify for Euro 2024. In the decisive match of the qualifying group stage they beat their direct rival Moldova (3-0). Then a surprising event occurred. Unexpectedly for many, the coach announced his resignation.
The position was filled by two-time Stanley Cup winner Dominik Hasek’s cousin, Ivan. He previously led the national team, but it cannot be said that he was successful. The coach resigned after failing to qualify for the 2010 World Cup. Maybe the national teams are not his thing at all?
Iván’s coaching career started very well, but after the failure in 2010 he began to decline. He never stayed at any club for more than two years. Hasek’s last job was with the Lebanese national team. Led by the Czech in qualifying for the 2022 World Cup, she took last place in the group.
Even though this is a friendly match, we suggest betting on the victory of the Norwegian team with an odds of 2.00. Haaland’s participation in the meeting is a big unknown. He was injured during training and may miss the entire concentration, as well as the central match of matchday 30 of the Premier League against Arsenal.
However, even without the top scorer, the Drills should beat the Czechs. Although predictable, Solbakken has a system that works well. One can only guess how the change of mentor will affect the Czechs. The premises are negative. There is a high probability that Ivan Hasek will miss his second chance to establish himself at the head of the national team.
Surely Martin Odegaard, who is having an excellent season, will give his opinion. According to media reports, Real Madrid are even considering the option of returning the midfielder. The Arsenal captain scored six goals and provided the same number of assists in 25 Premier League games.
Prediction and bets for the friendly match Norway – Czech Republic on March 22, 2024
An injury to one of the leaders is, of course, very serious. However, Solbakken also has other players capable of making a difference. At home, the Norwegians must beat the Czech Republic, who unexpectedly lost their coach. The new mentor is not conducive to himself. Furthermore, the next match will be the first since his return. And, as usual, the first pancake usually turns out to be lumpy.
Tender: Norway wins in 2.00.
