The compact Stadion Dubocica in Leskovac, Serbia, will set the stage for a crucial Nations League clash on Monday evening.

Serbia and Denmark go head-to-head, with the winner set to secure a spot in the competition’s quarter-finals.

Match Preview

Serbia have had a mixed Nations League campaign so far, taking four points from Switzerland and only one from group leaders Spain.

Despite the abundance of proven goalscorers in their squad, the Eagles have managed just three goals in five group games.

Captain Aleksandar Mitrovic and Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic will be under pressure to deliver in this must-win finale.

Denmark, on the other hand, suffered a setback in their last outing, losing 2-1 at home to Spain. However, they remain second in Group 4 and are 90 minutes away from reaching the Nations League’s new knockout stage.

Former Brentford assistant Brian Riemer will take charge of his first away fixture as Denmark’s national team manager.

Serbia’s recent form has been inconsistent, with two draws, two losses, and one win in their last five competitive matches. They’ll be hoping to build on their late equalizer against Switzerland and secure a vital victory on home soil.

Denmark have been slightly more consistent, winning two, drawing one, and losing two of their last five games in all competitions. Their last defeat to Spain was their first loss in four matches.

Head-to-Head

The Danes have a slight edge in the recent meetings between these two sides. They’ve won three of the last four games against Serbia, including a 2-0 victory in September, without conceding a goal.

Team News

Serbia will be without the services of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and his brother, goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, while Torino’s Ivan Ilic is sidelined due to a knee injury.

Denmark’s new coach, Brian Riemer, faces a tough decision upfront, with Rasmus Hojlund, Kasper Dolberg, and Yussuf Poulsen all vying for a starting berth.

Predicted Lineups

Serbia: 3-4-1-2

Petrovic;

Stojic, Milenkovic, Pavlovic;

Nedeljkovic, Maksimovic, Gudelj, Terzic;

Samardzic;

Vlahovic, Mitrovic

Denmark: 4-2-3-1

Schmeichel;

Bah, Andersen, Vestergaard, Kristiansen;

Hjulmand, Hojbjerg;

Skov Olsen, Eriksen, Dorgu;

Hojlund

Prediction

With both teams desperate for a win, this is set to be a closely contested affair. While Serbia will have the home advantage, Denmark’s defensive solidity and counter-attacking threat could prove the difference.

A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, which would secure Denmark’s spot in the quarter-finals.

• Score Prediction: Serbia 1-1 Denmark

Betting Tips

• Match Result: Draw
• Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 (Both teams have struggled for goals in the Nations League)
• Anytime Goalscorer: Christian Eriksen (Denmark’s creative talisman)
• Both Teams to Score: No (Denmark have kept three clean sheets in their last four matches against Serbia)