Feb 12 • 19:04 UTC 🇪🇪 Estonia ERR

Henn on the opponents in the Nations League: a bit better considering previous draw luck

Estonian national football coach Jürgen Henn expresses optimism about the team's chances in the upcoming Nations League, facing Iceland, Bulgaria, and either Luxembourg or Malta.

The Estonian men's national football team has learned its opponents for the Nations League, as they prepare to compete this autumn at the C level against Iceland, Bulgaria, and either Luxembourg or Malta. Head coach Jürgen Henn commented on the draw, noting that, compared to previous years, this year's outcome seemed slightly more favorable. He remarked on the quality of the teams, acknowledging that while Iceland is a stronger opponent, he believes they can surprise them and that the other two teams are quite evenly matched.

Historically, Estonia has played against Iceland seven times, with Iceland securing three victories. Estonia managed to win a friendly match in 2002 against Iceland, and the most recent matches have all ended in draws. In contrast, Estonia's record against Bulgaria includes two prior encounters, the first of which ended in a goalless draw in the 2003 European Championship qualifiers, while Bulgaria won the second match 2-0. This context provides insight into the challenges Estonia may face in the league, emphasizing the need for strong performance against these established teams.

In the upcoming match, Luxembourg and Malta will compete for fourth place in their matches scheduled for March. Estonia's historical performance against Luxembourg includes three matches, where they have emerged victorious twice, suggesting a more favorable matchup for Estonia. These upcoming fixtures will be crucial for the team as they aim to enhance their reputation and performance in the international football arena.

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