Just as we approach the point of this European Qualifiers, which states are currently edging towards next summer’s tournament? And who’s in danger of falling out?
National soccer makes way for internationals this coming week, having an entire range of Qualifiers being shown on Sky Sports.
There are rigorous tests for Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland and Wales will look to make home advantage count against Azerbaijan, while England have two home matches to look ahead.
But is each nation faring in their group? In the runaway leaders into the three-way ties on top, we look at the condition of play going into September’s qualifiers…
Coming up: September 7 – Kosovo vs Czech Republic, England vs Bulgaria; September 10 – Montenegro Czech Republic vs Kosovo
Using contested the Nations League Finals Together with the Netherlands, Portugal and Switzerland, England are playing catch up in Group A – in terms of matches, not points.
Moving at Wembley, Gareth Southgate’s negative would be high with six things and are before the Czech Republic – who have played – established on the judgment as a result of the 5-0 win of March. Kosovo are a point adrift, while Bulgaria and Montenegro remain winless on two points having both played matches.
Rising up: September 7 – Serbia vs Portugal, Lithuania vs Ukraine; September 10 – Luxembourg vs Serbia, Lithuania vs Portugal
Following two pulls 2016 winners Portugal sit but 2 wins this month would see them leapfrog Serbia and Luxembourg.
Ukraine sit top after an unbeaten beginning, and having drawn in Portugal, they will be assured of navigating through the rest of the campaign.
Rising up: September 6 – Germany vs Netherlands, Estonia vs Belarus; September 9 – Estonia vs Netherlands, Northern Ireland vs Germany
Northern Ireland are currently standing head and shoulders above two European giants in Group C, but the second half of their campaign is set to have a good deal tougher.
Having conquered Belarus and Estonia confront the former, and Northern Ireland have to come.
Although the Netherlands are two points adrift germany are 3 points having played a game less. The Netherlands is hosted by germany at a clash on Friday.
Growing up: September 5 – Republic of Ireland vs Switzerland, Gibraltar vs Denmark; September 8 – Switzerland vs Gibraltar, Georgia vs Denmark
Following three wins and a draw, the Republic of Ireland are looking good in the midway stage of the qualifying campaign.
They also face a stern test when hosting Switzerland, that are six points behind in third having played just two games, however, Mick McCarthy’s side will know eligibility is contained in their grasp victory over the Swiss.
Coming up: September 6 – Slovakia vs Croatia, Wales vs Azerbaijan; September 9 – Azerbaijan vs Croatia vs Slovakia
Wales have everything to do in Group E. Ryan Giggs’ side are now fourth on three factors, but will appear to place the strain on those ahead of them once hosting Azerbaijan on Friday night.
Hungary guide the way, but as the battle for the best two places heats up, Croatia and Slovakia both will look to close the gap. Wales is going to be desperate to make it even a race.
Coming up: September 5 – Romania vs Spain, Norway vs Malta, Faroe Islands vs Sweden; September 8 – Romania vs Malta, Sweden vs Norway, Spain vs Faroe Islands
Spain are flying high in Group F and whether they will look to maintain their ideal start, it seems to be a case of who will unite Robert Moreno’s side in next summer’s tournament.
Whereas Norway are also contenders a further two points behind Sweden and romania are both five factors behind Spain using six matchdays to go.
Growing up: September 5 – Israel vs Macedonia; September 6 – Slovenia vs Poland, Austria vs Latvia; September 9 – Slovenia vs Israel, Poland vs Austria, Latvia vs Macedonia
Poland possess a healthy five-point lead at the top of Group G after winning each of the matches to date.
Besides state Latvia – who have lost every match – there are separating Israel, Austria, Slovenia and Macedonia.
Coming up: September 7 – Iceland vs Moldova, Turkey vs Andorra, France vs Albania; September 10 – Albania vs Iceland, Moldova vs Turkey, France vs Andorra
Quite possibly the group of with France, Turkey and Iceland all on two points after three wins and a loss apiece, while Albania aren’t far behind about six points.
France’s 2 September ties are at home, and Tukey will be eyeing successes themselves against Andorra and Moldova, if they’ll look to create that benefit count.
Rising up: September 6 – Cyprus vs Kazakhstan, Scotland vs Russia, San Marino vs Belgium; September 9 – Scotland vs Belgium, San Marino vs Cyprus, Russia vs Kazakhstan
The news that is good. Scotland have just two home games this past month. The thing that is awful. They know they might have to take something against Russia or Belgium to maintain their push, also are up against the top two in Group I.
Belgium have enjoyed a 100 percent beginning, however Scotland’s initial focus will be on drawing level on nine factors, while Kazakhstan remain in the combination.
Coming up: September 5 – Armenia vs Italy, Finland vs Greece, Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Liechtenstein; September 8 – Armenia vs Bosnia & Herzegovina, Greece vs Liechtenstein, Finland vs Italy
The seventh country with a perfect record are Italy, however, Finland are not far behind on nine points, leaving a job to the chasing pack.
Armenia, Greece and Bosnia & Herzegovina will hope for slip-ups from the two.
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