We continue with the UEFA Nations League this Monday, focusing on three standout fixtures on the day. As always, here are some betting options for you to consider.
Let’s begin by reviewing the latest outright markets. Spain continues to lead the listings at 7/2, closely followed by Germany, France, and Portugal, all priced at 11/2. Italy remains steady at 7/1, while the Netherlands have drifted to 14/1. The rest of the field is priced at 16/1 or higher.
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GERMANY v NETHERLANDS– Click here to bet
These sides have been placed in League A Group 3 alongside Bosnia & Herzegovina and Hungary.
After securing their first away victory in the tournament midweek, Germany now sit comfortably atop their UEFA Nations League group, having claimed 7 points from a possible 9 in their opening three matches. Still unbeaten, Julian Nagelsmann’s side returned to winning ways with a hard-fought 2-1 win away to Bosnia & Herzegovina, bringing their tally to two wins and a draw. This Monday, an exciting showdown awaits as two heavyweights collide at the Allianz Arena in Munich. Germany will host the Netherlands, with both teams vying not only for bragging rights but also for the coveted top spot in the group. With 9 goals scored in their 3 outings so far, Germany have been in lethal form, netting 3 goals per game on average. As they head into match day four, Monday’s clash promises to bring out the best of both teams in a fixture that has historically delivered drama, intrigue, and plenty of goals. Their last 7 meetings alone have produced 27 goals, equating to 3.87 goals per game, offering a clear indication of what we might expect in this thrilling encounter.
After a disappointing 1-1 draw away to Hungary on match day three, ‘Die Oranje’ will see it as a missed opportunity to secure top spot ahead of their crucial clash against Germany this Monday. As a result, the Netherlands sit 2nd in the group standings, having recorded 1 win and 2 draws, with an overall tally of 5 points from their opening three Nations League matches. Despite dropping valuable points on Friday, Ronald Koeman’s side will still fancy their chances going into the new week, given how evenly matched these two heavyweights are on the field. Unbeaten in three of their last four encounters with Germany—registering 1 victory, 2 draws, and 1 defeat—’Die Oranje’ will view this as an opportunity to bounce back from their underwhelming performance against Hungary. Like Germany, the Dutch have been potent in attack, netting 8 goals across their Nations League campaign, averaging 2.66 goals per game. This further hints at the high-scoring potential of Monday’s showdown, as both teams look primed to deliver another riveting contest.
Head-to-Head
The two teams have faced each other 47 times, with Germany having the edge, recording 17 victories, 18 draws, and 12 losses. Their most recent encounter ended in an exciting 2-2 draw during the reverse fixture earlier this year in Amsterdam.
Betting
Germany 5/6
Draw 29/10
Netherlands 33/10
Prediction
This clash looks a difficult one to call, as strong cases can be made for both teams. The Dutch have been superb in attack, but worryingly, they have conceded in every match of this competition to date. Germany follows a similar trend, having allowed at least one goal in two of their three appearances. Given the attacking talent both sides possess, we should expect goals. Instead of backing either side on the outright, a safer option might be to wager on both teams scoring, with at least 3 goals likely to feature on the day.
Suggested Bet: Totals And Both Teams To Score, Over 2.5 And Yes at 17/20
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BELGIUM v FRANCE– Click here to bet
These sides have been placed in League A Group 2 alongside Italy and Israel.
After securing a hard-fought 2-2 draw away to Italy on Thursday evening, Belgium remains third in the standings with 4 points. Despite trailing 2-0 early on, the Red Devils found a lifeline when Lorenzo Pellegrini was sent off in the 38th minute, which shifted the momentum in their favour. While they capitalized on the numerical advantage to claw back to a draw, Domenico Tedesco’s men will feel a touch of frustration that they couldn’t take full control and claim the win. With only two matches left after this, there’s still work to do as they enter match day 4 of 6 in the UEFA Nations League. Fortunately for Belgium, they now return home to face France in Brussels on Monday, where their recent home form has been formidable. They’ve gone unbeaten in 9 of their last 10 home games (7 wins, 2 draws, and just 1 defeat), a run that will boost their confidence as they look to secure their second Nations League victory. A win would put Belgium right back in the mix for a top-two finish, making this clash a crucial one for the Red Devils.
France enters match day 4 sitting 2nd in the standings with 6 points, trailing Italy by just 1 point in the group. After a disappointing start to their UEFA Nations League campaign, losing 3-1 at home to Italy, Didier Deschamps’ men have rebounded strongly. The French side has strung together back-to-back victories, their most recent being a comprehensive 4-1 against Israel in Budapest this past Thursday. While France has shown resilience since their opening defeat, Monday’s clash away to Belgium at King Baudouin Stadium will test their mettle as they aim to keep pace with Italy. A win would not only solidify their position in the group but also give them a psychological boost heading into the final two matches of the competition. Deschamps’ side has the tools to grind out a positive result, eager to stamp their authority on this pivotal clash.
Head-to-Head
These sides have met 77 times in total, with Belgium holding a slight edge with 30 wins, 19 draws, and 28 defeats. Their most recent encounter saw France claim a 2-0 victory earlier this year in the reverse fixture held in Lyon.
Betting
Belgium 39/20
Draw 5/2
France 29/20
Prediction
Despite Belgium’s impressive home form, I’m not convinced they’ll get the better of France on Monday. Both teams will have plenty of firepower, and with Belgium yet to keep a clean sheet in this competition, the most appealing option seems to be backing both teams to score, with France avoiding defeat.
Suggested Bet: Double Chance And Both Teams To Score, Draw/France And Yes at 13/10
ITALY v ISRAEL– Click here to bet
These sides have been placed in League A Group 2 alongside Belgium and France.
Table-toppers with 7 points in their respective group, Italy remain at home for Monday’s crucial clash against Israel in Udine, where they will be hoping to return to winning ways after fumbling to a 2-2 draw at home against Belgium in their most recent outing. Having looked every bit the winner by going two up, the Azzurri were reduced to ten men 7 minutes before the break in Rome, swinging momentum firmly in Belgium’s favour. Despite dropping points, Italy will have another opportunity this Monday, aiming to cement their place at the top with what appears to be a very favourable fixture for them. Having found the net 7 times in their three UEFA Nations League appearances, averaging 2.33 goals per game, the Blues should have no issues getting on the score sheet yet again as they aim for another three valuable points before the international break concludes until November.
Firmly anchored at the bottom of the table with zero points from their efforts so far, Israel hit the road once again as they travel to Udine this Monday. In their most recent outing, the Blue and Whites managed just one meagre attempt on goal in a 4-1 defeat to France in Budapest, further highlighting their limited qualities at present. The loss has amplified concerns over their inability to keep opponents at bay, as they’ve now conceded a staggering 9 goals in just 3 matches in this competition—an average of 3 goals per game. Israel’s frailty at the back continues to be a glaring issue as they struggle to find form, and Monday’s clash away to Italy looks to be a daunting prospect. They’ll be considered extremely fortunate if they manage to walk away with anything positive from the game. Despite their defensive shortcomings, Israel have managed to score at least once in every game of their 2024/25 UEFA Nations League campaign. With relegation to the second tier of the UEFA Nations League looming large, it will be interesting to see whether this situation galvanizes the team or leads to further self-destruction come Monday.
Head-to-Head
These sides have faced each other 6 times in total, with Italy holding the upper hand, securing 5 wins and 1 draw. Their most recent encounter saw Italy claim a 2-1 victory in the reverse fixture earlier this year in Budapest.
Betting
Italy 2/9
Draw 6/1
Israel 13/1
Prediction
Italy’s class should prevail this Monday, but with odds of 2/9, there is little value in backing the Azzurri outright at that price. Despite leading the group, Italy has conceded in every UEFA Nations League match so far. Israel’s defensive frailties will likely make them vulnerable, but they’ve proven capable of finding the back of the net in all three of their fixtures. With this in mind, a chance is taken on both teams to score, with Italy ultimately securing their third victory of the competition.
Suggested Bet: Result And Both Teams To Score, Italy And Yes at 21/10
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