Israel have lost five of their last six competitive matches: prediction for Israel — Kosovo
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The UEFA Nations League third-round match between Israel and Kosovo will take place on October 1 at a neutral venue in Debrecen. Israel lost both of its opening matches — 1-3 to Austria and 0-3 to Ireland — while Kosovo first defeated Ireland before losing 1-3 to Austria.
Israel: two defeats and a disastrous start against Ireland
Ran Ben-Shimon's side are enduring a difficult spell. Against Ireland, Israel were already three goals down by the 25th minute and never managed to get back into the game.
The national team have now suffered five defeats in their last six competitive matches. After being relegated from League A, the team had hoped to make a more confident start to the new campaign in the second tier, but they remain without a point.
Kosovo: one setback after a strong run
Kosovo began the tournament with a win over Ireland, secured by a late goal from Vedat Muriqi. Before their defeat to Austria, Franco Foda's team had won 14 of their last 20 matches, highlighting their notable progress in recent years.
In Vienna, Kosovo lost 1-3, but their attack remains the team's main strength. Muriqi will once again be the player to watch, having recorded 19 goal involvements in the Nations League — only Erling Haaland has more in the competition.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Israel have lost five of their last six competitive matches.
- Kosovo collected four points from their two previous meetings with Israel in Euro 2024 qualifying.
- Vedat Muriqi has recorded 19 goal involvements in Kosovo's Nations League history.
The visitors' attack could once again prove decisive: prediction for Israel — Kosovo
Israel are currently making defensive mistakes far too often, while the match against Ireland particularly exposed the team's problems at the start of games. Playing at a neutral venue, they will not be able to offset those issues with home advantage either.
After their defeat to Austria, Kosovo will surely look to quickly return to their previous tempo. With Muriqi, Zhegrova and other dangerous attacking players available, the visitors look capable of creating chances on a regular basis.
