VS
Another
match that wouldn’t be present in the wildest predictions for the last-16 grid,
especially with the added fact that Hungary was first on their group.
It was a dream that is still happening for the
Magyars, almost incarnating the spirit of Puskas’ generation. They were
regarded as the certain last in a group that didn’t really have a clear
favorite, and Storck, aware of his team’s limitations, prepared them to give
everything they have defending their goal, whilst trying to go out and search
for a goal. The strategy worked perfectly for the opening match against
Austria, where Hungary collected a massive win, that motivated them to go all
the way and upsetting Portugal to a very hard-fought and emotional 3-3 draw.
They will have to give another go at an upset against Belgium and they are
surely up to it.
Wilmots’ team arrives at the knockout stage on a high note, after the disastrous defeat with Italy, that made them work harder for qualification, but that also made the quality of the Belgium offense come out, especially against Ireland, team they dismantled. They face a good match up for them, as Hungary will be happy to defend for long periods, so it’s key that the back line keeps focus, especially in set pieces. But with their offensive prowess, Belgium faces a good test to make their candidature official.
Wilmots’ team arrives at the knockout stage on a high note, after the disastrous defeat with Italy, that made them work harder for qualification, but that also made the quality of the Belgium offense come out, especially against Ireland, team they dismantled. They face a good match up for them, as Hungary will be happy to defend for long periods, so it’s key that the back line keeps focus, especially in set pieces. But with their offensive prowess, Belgium faces a good test to make their candidature official.
Hungary 15%-85% Belgium
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