England vs Slovenia Preview

England vs Slovenia

Competition – World Cup Qualifying

Stadium – Wembley

Date: 5th October 2017

Kick-off time – 19:45 GMT

England are one point away from booking their place in next year’s World Cup depending on the result of Scotland and Slovakia however a win in this match ensures that they go through regardless.

This game should be easy for the Three Lions but Slovenia have proven to be a very effective side during this qualifying series and they should come to this match determined not to lose as they also have a chance of qualifying for the playoffs.

Harry Kane is currently on top form with many believing he should be the next captain of England.

He will lead their attack well in this game.

England’s defence have consistently been exposed by top teams over the past year and Slovenia could unsettle them and get a few chances in this game.

Slovenia have been impressive especially at the back in this qualifying series.

They have conceded just 3 goals in their last 10 qualifying games and they will be looking to frustrate an England side that has already been noted for a lack of creativity.

The threat of Harry Kane may be too much for them to handle in this game.

They managed to hold England to a goalless draw in the reverse game of this fixture but prior to that game, theylost 4 games out of 4.

Results of each team’s last 5 matches across all leagues and competitions

England 

LAST FIVE GAMES DATE COMPETITION
W England 2-1 Slovakia Sep 4, 2017 World Cup Qualifying – UEFA
W Malta 0-4 England Sep 1, 2017 World Cup Qualifying – UEFA
L France 3-2 England Jun 13, 2017 International Friendly
D Scotland 2-2 England Jun 10, 2017 World Cup Qualifying – UEFA
W England 2-0 Lithuania Mar 26, 2017 World Cup Qualifying – UEFA

Slovenia

LAST FIVE GAMES DATE COMPETITION
W Slovenia 4-0 Lithuania Sep 4, 2017 World Cup Qualifying – UEFA
L Slovakia 1-0 Slovenia Sep 1, 2017 World Cup Qualifying – UEFA
W Slovenia 2-0 Malta Jun 10, 2017 World Cup Qualifying – UEFA
L Scotland 1-0 Slovenia Mar 26, 2017 World Cup Qualifying – UEFA
W Slovenia 2-0 Finland Jan 13, 2017 International Friendly


H2H

LAST FIVE GAMES DATE COMPETITION
Slovenia 0-0 England Oct 11, 2016 World Cup Qualifying – UEFA
Slovenia 2-3 England Jun 14, 2015 European Championship Qualifying
England 3-1 Slovenia Nov 15, 2014 European Championship Qualifying
Slovenia 0-1 England Jun 23, 2010 FIFA World Cup
England 2-1 Slovenia Sep 5, 2009 International Friendly

Check Also

Cadiz vs Granada Preview

After a two-week break, La Liga returns this weekend with Granada’s trip to Cadiz on ...

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *