With the 2-0 win against Moldova recently obtained, Austria is back in contention for access to the final stage of the next World Championships: the direct qualification appears complicated, but at least the landing to the playoffs seems possible, even if the D group of the European area is balanced enough, at least as it regards the first four positions. Finland, however, has virtually lost all hope of participating in the World Championships scheduled in Russia: the arrival of Markku Kanerva, who replaced Hans Backe in the role of coach, has so far proved insufficient. Further problems may arise during the friendly scheduled in the coming hours, which promises to be complicated.
Probable lineups:
AUSTRIA: Lindner, Dragovic, Prödl, Hinteregger, Lazaro, Junuzovic, Schaub, Alaba, Sabitzer, Arnautovic, Burgstaller.
FINLAND: Hradecky, Arkivuo, Arajuuri, Moisander, Uronen, Lod, Mattila, Ring, Hetemaj, Pukki, Pohjanpalo.
Prediction: Austria win
Odds: 1.55
