Greece vs Netherlands Tips & Predictions – Oranje to Win in the UEFA Nations League
The Netherlands' national football team has demonstrated exceptional attacking prowess, generating numerous scoring opportunities in their recent matches. Backing them to secure a win over Greece on Thursday appears to be a smart bet, given their form. Another solid betting pick is Mexx Meerdink to score anytime, as he has already netted twice against Serbia and added three goals for his club AZ Alkmaar. Overall, both the team's offensive strength and Meerdink's scoring streak are key angles for punters.
- Netherlands have won four points in two games and created a lot of chances
- We are backing them to outplay Greece on Thursday evening
- Check our full preview for Greece vs Netherlands in the UNL
The Netherlands posted close to 6.00 expected goals and fired 47 shots total in the opening two rounds. Greece deserve respect for strong start, but I think their streak is about to end.
- Key Stats
- Oranje Dominate H2H
- Greece's Confidence Skyrocketed
- Netherlands Unbeaten After Two Rounds
- Team News & Predicted Lineups
Key Stats
- Greece have lost 5 of their last 11 matches.
- Netherlands have won 3 of their last 5 matches.
- Mexx Meerdink has scored 3 goals in his last 3 matches for club and country.
Oranje Dominate H2H
This is going to be the 12th time these nations lock horns and the Netherlands have a 9-1 advantage in terms of victories.
Greece's Confidence Skyrocketed
Greece are off to a fantastic start in the UEFA Nations League, collecting six points from two games even though they were tagged underdogs on both occasions.
Start of the match against Serbia was not promising last Thursday, conceding an early goal, but then Ivan Jovanovic's side gained control, created a lot of chances and deservedly won 2-1. Christos Tzolis and Anastasios Douvikas were the scorers.
Hellas gave up on possession against Germany (had just 24%) and focused on counter-attacks. This paid off in the 74th minute when Dimitrios Kourbelis' shot found the net, Greece taking huge 1-0 victory.
Netherlands Unbeaten After Two Rounds
Xavi was appointed as Ronald Koeman's successor earlier this summer and Oranje grabbed a 1-1 draw in his debut match against Germany last Thursday.
This clash was full of controversies, Die Mannschaft scoring a questionable goal while Brian Brobbey was injured on the pitch, while Cody Gakpo found a well-deserved equalizer in the 92nd minute.
The first victory under Xavi was earned last weekend in Belgrade, beating Serbia 2-1 with Mexx Meerdink netting a brace (his first national appearance was against Germany last week). Oranje ended this clash with 2.73-1.32 xG and 25-11 shots.
Team News & Predicted Lineups
Greece (4-4-2) Konstantinos Tzolakis; Georgios Vagiannidis, Konstantinos Mavropanos, Panagiotis Retsos, Kostas Tsimikas; Konstantinos Karetsas, Dimitrios Kourbelis, Christos Zafeiris, Christos Tzolis; Charalampos Kostoulas, Vangelis Pavlidis
Greece have no injury or suspension concerns ahead of this match. Arsenal's Christos Tzolis is in great form and should be the main source of danger for Oranje.
Greece have no injury or suspension concerns ahead of this match. Arsenal's Christos Tzolis is in great form and should be the main source of danger for Oranje.
Netherlands (4-3-3) Bart Verbruggen; Denzel Dumfries, Jan Paul van Hecke, Virgil van Dijk, Micky van de Ven; Ryan Gravenberch, Joey Veerman, Tijjani Reijnders; Crysencio Summerville, Mexx Meerdink, Ruben van Bommel
Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey both suffered injuries in the first two games, so Mexx Meerdink is almost guaranteed to lead the attack on Thursday.
Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey both suffered injuries in the first two games, so Mexx Meerdink is almost guaranteed to lead the attack on Thursday.
Verdict
The Netherlands have incredible scoring power and they created an absurd number of chances in the opening two rounds. I will back them to beat Greece on Thursday.
Another bet worth considering is Mexx Meerdink to score anytime. He has found the net twice against Serbia and scored three goals for AZ Alkmaar.
Another bet worth considering is Mexx Meerdink to score anytime. He has found the net twice against Serbia and scored three goals for AZ Alkmaar.
Netherlands Win
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