Anticipated outcomes for World Cup qualifying matches, betting probabilities, and strategic guidance: Gyokeres may propel Sweden towards a victorious encounter with Kosovo on Monday
Sweden and Croatia Ready for World Cup Qualifiers
Sweden's unbeaten streak continues, with seven out of the eight games resulting in wins by at least two goals. The next challenge for the Swedish national team is against Slovenia, marking the start of their World Cup qualifying campaign. Three days later, they face Kosovo.
Viktor Gyokeres, who scored 54 goals in 52 games last season before joining Arsenal, is expected to shoulder the goal-scoring burden for Sweden in the game against Kosovo. Gyokeres has been in fine form, scoring a brace against Leeds United and netting nine goals in his last seven appearances for Sweden. However, his odds for scoring a goal against Kosovo are higher due to his recent move to Arsenal and lack of match fitness.
Meanwhile, Croatia, known for their free-scoring tendencies, are set to face Montenegro. After beating Gibraltar 7-0 and the Czech Republic 5-1 in their two June fixtures, Croatia is expected to play with more freedom against Montenegro. Croatia's clash with Montenegro is scheduled for 7.45pm, and the bet for the game is over 2.5 goals.
Sweden's coach, Jon Dahl Tomasson, may use Alexander Isak in some capacity against Kosovo. However, Isak, who has recently moved to Liverpool, lacks match fitness due to his transfer. Isak did not play for Newcastle due to his desire to move to Liverpool.
Montenegro, on the other hand, has struggled recently, losing nine out of their last 13 games.
In the betting market, the handicap for Sweden in the game against Kosovo is -1 goal. (2pts, Betfair, Paddy Power) Viktor Gyokeres is the anytime goalscorer for Sweden in the game against Kosovo. (2pts, 11-10, Betfair, Paddy Power)
The match between Sweden and Kosovo is also scheduled for 7.45pm. Croatia's match against Montenegro will precede it. Sweden will aim to continue their unbeaten streak, while Croatia will look to build on their impressive form.
