[(Malta) Strength]: 1. Malta currently rank 4th in the group and have no chance of qualifying for the World Cup main tournament. However, as this match is being played at home, the team still have some motivation to win.2. Jake Grech performed exceptionally in the last match, scoring the only goal to help the team defeat Finland.3. Malta defeated Finland 1-0 in the last World Cup qualifier, endi...Full Story »

[(Mexico) Strength]: 1. After winning the CONCACAF Gold Cup in July, Mexico have only got 3 draws and 1 loss in their subsequent 4 friendly matches, failing to taste victory. Playing at home this time, the team are eager to win the match, break the winless streak, regain their winning rhythm, and inject confidence into the team.2. Mexico forward Raul Jimenez has scored 2 goals in his last 3 home...Full Story »

[(Albania) Strength]: 1. Albania currently rank second in the group. Although they cannot qualify directly, they have secured a play-off spot, retaining hope of advancing to the World Cup. With nothing left to fight for in this match, but considering they are playing at home, Albania still have some motivation to win.2. Kristjan Asllani performed heroically in the last match, scoring the only go...Full Story »

[(Portugal) Strength]: 1. Portugal currently lead the group with 10 points but have not yet secured qualification for the World Cup main tournament. Facing already-eliminated Armenia at home, they are naturally eager to secure all 3 points and are highly motivated to win.2. Portugal have strong offensive firepower, having scored 11 goals in 5 matches so far in this qualifying campaign, averaging...Full Story »

[(Hungary) Strength]: 1. Hungary currently rank 2nd in the group with 8 points and must strive for points in this match to consolidate their position and secure at least a play-off spot, so their determination is unquestionable.2. Hungary forward Varga scored the only goal in the last match, helping the team secure all 3 points. He has scored 4 goals in this World Cup qualification, making him t...Full Story »

[(Ukraine) Strength]: 1. This match is the final round of Group D World Cup qualification. Ukraine currently have 7 points, the same as Iceland, but rank third in the group due to an inferior goal difference. With France already qualified from the same group, Ukraine must win this match to secure a play-off spot, so their motivation is unquestionable.2. Ukraine's current world ranking is 27th, c...Full Story »

[(Israel) Strength]: 1. Israel have scored 8 goals in their last 5 matches, maintaining stable offensive firepower in home games, and their scoring ability is reliable. [(Israel) Weakness]: 1. Israel drew 0-0 with Lithuania in their last friendly match, extending their winless streak to 4 games, indicating their desire to win is not particularly strong.2. Israel currently rank 3rd in the qualif...Full Story »

[(Italy) Strength]: 1. Fiorentina forward Moise Kean withdrew from the national team due to injury and was replaced by Bologna forward Nicolo Cambiaghi. The 24-year-old Nicolo Cambiaghi made his national team debut in October against Israel and has contributed 2 goals and 4 assists in 15 matches this season.2. Italy defeated Moldova 2-0 in the last group match, securing their 6th consecutive win...Full Story »

[(Vissel Kobe) Strength]: 1. As the double champions of last season's Emperor's Cup and league, Vissel Kobe have failed to defend their league title this season, missing out on a third consecutive league championship. With the Emperor's Cup being their only remaining hope for a domestic title, the team's focus has undoubtedly shifted to this competition, and their motivation for this match is ex...Full Story »

[(Luton Town) Strength]: 1. Luton Town F.C. have had 6 players score in their recent 2 matches, with multiple scoring options in the offense, spreading the goals around.2. Luton Town F.C. secured a 3-0 away win against Stockport County in the last league round, achieving a 4-game winning streak across all competitions, with high morale.3. Luton Town F.C. have scored in each of their last 4 match...Full Story »