Wales vs Austria: Wales and Austria face off in a crucial World Cup Qualifier semi-final clash on Thursday, as they a spot in the World Cup 2022.
Match Details:
Teams: Wales vs Austria
Venue: Cardiff City Stadium, Cardiff
Date: Friday 25th March, 2022
Time: 01:15 AM IST
Live Link: http://www.sonyliv.com/
Preview
Wales come into this after a 1-1 draw against Belgium in their last group qualifier match in November, which ensured them a 2nd place finish in Group E.
De Bruyne’s goal was cancelled out by Moore as both sides shared the spoils. However, Wales had to endure a World Cup play-off round for qualification to the main event later this year.
On the other hand, Austria beat Moldova 4-1 at home in their previous qualifier clash in November.
Arnautovic led the way with 2 goals after which Trimmel and Ljubicic also found the net for the hosts.
A big win was enough to help Austria seal a place in the playoff round despite finishing 4th in their group.
However, they need to be at their best to overcame a Wales side that hasn’t lost in 7 attempts.
Both sides last met in September 2017, where Wales won 1-0 over Austria.
Form Guide
Wales: DWWDD
Austria: WWLWL
Last Matches of both teams:
Wales 1-1 Belgium
Austria 4-1 Moldova
“If you didn’t have nerves then you probably shouldn’t be playing.”
Gareth Bale is looking forward to Wales’ World Cup qualifier against Austria tomorrow but admits he is feeling the nerves 😬🏴 pic.twitter.com/xFdkN459eu
— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) March 23, 2022
Where to watch the live streaming and broadcast of Wales vs Austria in India?
The match can be live streamed on the Sony LIV App, Jio TV; while the broadcast is on Sony Six.
Team News
The hosts have no injury concerns ahead of this clash. Ljubicic and Lienhart are out of contention for the visitors due to illness and Covid respectively.
13 – Marko #Arnautovic has been directly involved in 13 goals in his last 14 World Cup qualifying appearances (9 goals, 4 assists). The 32-time international goal scorer has also scored Austria’s last two goals against Wales (#WCQ in October 2016). Hopeful. #WALAUT pic.twitter.com/3KiK4LorgZ
— OptaFranz (@OptaFranz) March 24, 2022
Wales possible 11:
Hennessey, Mepham, Rodon, Davies, Roberts, Ampadu, Allen, Williams, Ramsey, Bale and James
Austria possible 11:
Bachmann, Alaba, Hinteregger, Dragovic, Trimmel, Grillitsch, Laimer, Baumgartner, Sabitzer, Schaub and Arnautovic
Prediction: Wales 2-1 Austria
This is yet another tasty clash set up for a strong finish. The winner progresses to face the winner of Scotland/Ukraine for a place in the finals.
Wales have been good in recent form with no losses in their last 7 matches while Austria have been inconsistent.
However, we expect a cliff-hanger clash with both sides going at it. Wales have a slightly better squad and should nick this.
Players to watch out for: James, Ramsey, Arnautovic and Sabitzer.
