Two direct rivals in the Nations League Group A3 standings will collide in Amsterdam on Saturday, as the Netherlands welcome Hungary.
The Dutch will need a victory in front of their own fans to remain in control of their own destiny, with only the top two teams progressing through to next summer’s quarterfinals.
Hungary have been no strangers to upsetting the odds in the Nations League, with many of their best performances over the last couple of years coming in the competition. However, could they upset the odds in Amsterdam on Saturday?
Odds
The Netherlands will be incredibly short on the moneyline at -260 this weekend. An unlikely away win for Hungary is priced up at +675.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Netherlands | -260 |
| Draw | +400 |
| Hungary | +675 |
Hungary Winless Against Netherlands Since 1984
| Total | Netherlands | Hungary | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Nations League Games | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Goals | 35 | 28 | 7 |
The Netherlands have an impressive record against Hungary. The Dutch have won nine of their last ten matches against their opponents, with their only setback coming in the most recent clash.
Last month, the points were shared following a 1-1 draw. That marked the first time since October 1984 that Hungary had avoided defeat against the Netherlands.
🚨⚽ TIP: Under 3.0 Goals @ -114
Netherlands Team News
Frenkie de Jong is in line to make a return to the starting eleven for the Netherlands this weekend after recovering from injury.
The Barcelona midfielder could partner Ryan Gravenberch in the middle of the park. Virgil van Dijk is expected to start in defense, with eye-catching full-backs Denzel Dumfries and Jeremie Frimpong likely to start.
Possible Lineup
Bart Vebruggen (GK); Denzel Dumfries, Virgil van Dijk, Stefan de Vrij, Jurrien Timber, Frenkie de Jong, Ryan Gravenberch, Jeremie Frimpong, Teun Koopmeiners, Cody Gakpo, Noa Lang
Hungary Team News
Experienced midfielders Adam Nagy, Loic Nego, and Andras Schafer are all included in the squad this week.
Roland Sallai could lead the line for Hungary, with Liverpool star Dominik Szoboszlai set to lead the nation out in Amsterdam.
Possible Lineup
Denes Dibusz (GK); Endre Botka, Willi Orban, Attlia Fiola, Bendeguz Bolla, Adam Nagy, Andras Schafer, Milos Kerkez, Dominik Szoboszlai, Rolland Sallai, Barnabas Varga
Netherlands vs. Hungary Prediction
Hungary have scored some big international wins away from home in recent memory, including victories in England and Germany.
However, the Netherlands boast an excellent array of attacking talent that is challenging to overlook this weekend. For that reason, the preference is for the home nation.
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