The final showdown in Group E of Euro 2024 is almost here, and boy, is it going to be intense! Ukraine and Belgium are both sitting pretty with three points after playing two games, so this match is kind of a big deal for both teams if they wanna move on to the next round.
When and Where:
- **Game Day:** It's all happening on Wednesday, 26 June 2024.
- **Time to Tune In:** If you're in India, grab your snacks at 9:30 PM, and if you're in the UK, it's a 5:00 PM kick-off.
- **Where to Be:** MHP Arena in Stuttgart is the place to be or to watch if you're not there in person.
How They've Been Doing
- **Ukraine's Recent Run:** They've had a bit of a mixed bag with a draw, a loss, a win, and another loss. But hey, they're still in the game!
- **Belgium's Track Record:** They've had a draw, a win, a loss, and another win. They're keeping it interesting too!
The Lowdown on Ukraine
Ukraine didn't have the best start to the Euro party, losing to Romania. But they picked themselves up and got a big win over Slovakia, with Shaparenko and Yaremchuk scoring the goals. Now, they really need to win this one to make sure they're not the ones going home early.
Belgium's Road So Far
Belgium's Euro journey has had its ups and downs, starting with a shock loss to Slovakia. But they got their mojo back with a 2-0 win against Romania. To keep their spot in the tournament, they just need a draw in this game.
Players to Keep Your Eye On
- **Mykola Shaparenko (Ukraine):** This guy's been a total rockstar for Ukraine, especially against Slovakia. He's got the skills to push the ball up and keep the defense on their toes.
- **Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium):** De Bruyne's been setting up goals and scoring them too. He's basically the engine of the Belgian team.
Some Stats to Chew On
- Ukraine beat Slovakia in their last game.
- Belgium got a sweet 2-0 victory over Romania.
- This is the first time Ukraine and Belgium are playing each other in a competitive match.
Team Gossip
- **Ukraine:** Coach Rebrov might mix things up and start with Mykolenko if he's fit. This could mean Zinchenko has to sit this one out. And we might see Yaremchuk start after his heroics.
- **Belgium:** Lukebakio's out on suspension, so Trossard's probably getting the nod to start.
Betting Buzz
- **Hot Tip:** If you think Belgium's got it in the bag, bet on them to win at 4/6 with Bet365.
- **Goal Guess:** Go for under 3.5 goals at 2/5 with William Hill.
- **Star Striker:** Back De Bruyne to score anytime at 11/4 with Betfair.
Prediction Time
Both teams have come back strong after their initial hiccups, but Belgium's got the edge here. We're thinking a 2-1 win for the Red Devils.
Watching the Action
- **UK TV:** Catch the game live on BBC One with the party starting at 4:30 PM.
- **Streaming:** The BBC Sport app and website are your buddies for live streaming.
- **Follow Along:** Stay updated with Standard Sport's live blog.
Odds for the Win
- **Ukraine:** If you're feeling lucky, bet on them at 4/1.
- **Belgium:** They're the favorites at 8/13.
- **Tie Game:** A draw is