Poland and Austria will face off once again in Euro 2024 Group D on June 21, with the match scheduled to start at 18:00 Germany local time.
The Poland national football team and Austria national football team last met five years ago in a QR Group G match that ended in a scoreless draw. Poland enters this match following a recent defeat to the Netherlands last Sunday. Ahead of this game, there is a strong focus on shoring up their defense, especially since they have conceded goals in their last four consecutive home matches.
Meanwhile, Austria’s national football team is regrouping after a loss to France in Group D last Monday. They are keen to address their defensive issues, having conceded goals in their last four matches.
Poland Vs Austria Starting Lineup and Live Score Updates
We are updating team formations and line-ups for Poland – Austria in real time. The teams’ starting line-ups are yet to be announced.
Poland Possible Starting Lineup
We’ll see who is going to start for Poland this time as they have started their recent match with:
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- Wojciech Szczesny
- Jakub Kiwior
- Bartosz Salamon
- Jan Bednarek
- Nicola Zalewski
- Taras Romanczuk
- Piotr Zielinski
- Przemyslaw Frankowski
- Sebastian Szymanski
- Kacper Urbanski
- Adam Buksa
Austria Possible Starting Lineup
Austria have started their recent match with:
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- Patrick Pentz
- Philipp Mwene
- Maximilian Wober
- Kevin Danso
- Stefan Posch
- Marcel Sabitzer
- Nicolas Seiwald
- Florian Grillitsch
- Christoph Baumgartner
- Konrad Laimer
- Michael Gregoritsch
Key Players Ahead of Poland Vs Austria
Key Players for Poland
- Wojciech Szczesny: As the experienced goalkeeper, Szczesny’s presence and shot-stopping ability will be crucial for Poland’s defensive solidity.
- Piotr Zielinski: A versatile midfielder known for his creativity and ability to dictate play in midfield. His vision and passing range are vital for Poland’s attacking strategies.
- Kamil Jozwiak: A dynamic winger who provides pace and flair on the flanks, Jozwiak’s ability to take on defenders and deliver crosses will be pivotal in Poland’s offensive maneuvers.
- Robert Lewandowski: The seasoned striker and Poland’s captain is a goal-scoring machine known for his clinical finishing and aerial prowess. His ability to convert chances could heavily influence the outcome of the match.
Key Players for Austria
- Marcel Sabitzer: A central figure in Austria’s midfield, Sabitzer is known for his box-to-box capabilities, offering defensive solidity and attacking threat.
- David Alaba: The versatile defender/midfielder provides leadership and experience. Alaba’s ability to organize the defense and contribute to the attack with his passing and set-piece delivery is crucial.
- Sasa Kalajdzic: The towering striker is a potent aerial threat and a key target in Austria’s attacking set pieces. His physical presence and goal-scoring ability make him a pivotal player in Austria’s offensive tactics.
- Stefan Lainer: A reliable full-back who combines defensive solidity with overlapping runs, Lainer’s work rate and ability to contribute in both defense and attack are essential for Austria’s balance.
These players will play pivotal roles in their respective teams’ strategies, aiming to secure a crucial victory in Group D of Euro 2024.
Head-to-head Analysis: Poland Vs Austria
Poland and Austria have met twice since March 2019. Poland have won once, and 1 match ended in a draw. The most recent match between them took place on September 9, 2019, at the QR, Group G of the European Championship, which ended in a draw – 0-0. Poland have scored 1 goal in these 2 head-to-head matches in total while Austria have scored 0. So, overall, Poland have a better head-to-head record against Austria in their recent history.
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Result | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2019 | QR, Group G | Poland | 0 – 0 | Austria |
| Mar 21, 2019 | QR, Group G | Austria | 0 – 1 | Poland |
Current Season Performance
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals Scored | Goals Conceded | Goals per Match (Scored) | Goals per Match (Conceded) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poland | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1.00 | 2.00 |
| Austria | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 1.00 |
Recent Form Analysis: Poland Vs Austria
Poland and Austria have had contrasting recent performances heading into their upcoming matches. Poland suffered a defeat against Netherlands in their previous match, while Austria also faced a loss against France.
Poland’s overall recent record stands at winning 10 of their last 20 matches, with 6 losses and 4 draws. Meanwhile, Austria has won 13 of their last 20 matches, with 4 losses and 3 draws.
Poland’s Recent Matches
- Poland have won 5 times in their last 6 matches:
- 2-1 against Turkey on June 10, 2024
- 3-1 against Ukraine on June 7, 2024
- 0-0 draw against Wales on March 26, 2024
- 5-1 against Estonia on March 21, 2024
- 2-0 against Latvia on November 21, 2023
- They lost once:
- 1-2 against Netherlands on June 16, 2024
Austria’s Recent Matches
- Austria have won 4 times in their last 6 matches:
- 2-1 against Serbia on June 4, 2024
- 6-1 against Turkey on March 26, 2024
- 0-2 against Slovakia on March 23, 2024
- 2-0 against Germany on November 21, 2023
- They lost once:
- 0-1 against France on June 17, 2024
- They drew once:
- 1-1 against Switzerland on June 8, 2024
This summary provides a clear picture of each team’s recent form and sets the stage for their upcoming matches at Euro 2024.
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