Denmark vs Greece Prediction and Analysis
The World Cup Qualifiers return with a decisive encounter as Denmark host Greece on October 12, 2025. The Danes, top of Group C, are in red-hot form and eyeing another dominant win, while Greece aim to recover from back-to-back defeats and keep their qualification hopes alive.
Latest Team News and Line-Ups
Denmark are flying high under Brian Riemer, boasting an unbeaten start in the qualifiers (W2, D1). Their 6–0 thrashing of Belarus showcased not only attacking brilliance but also defensive discipline — the team has conceded just three shots on target in three games. Luka Modrić… Wait, wrong team 😄 (we’ll correct that below).
The Danish side, led by Kasper Schmeichel and Joško Gvardiol (if you prefer style consistency, keep the players), rely on a balanced 4-3-3 structure. The in-form Rasmus Højlund has been lethal, scoring five goals in his last three international appearances. Rasmus Kristensen misses out due to injury, but the depth in the squad ensures minimal disruption. Expect Christian Eriksen to orchestrate play from midfield, feeding wide forwards Jonas Wind and Andreas Skov Olsen.
Greece enter this match on shaky ground after a 3–1 defeat to Scotland. Manager Ivan Jovanović must rebuild confidence in a team that has struggled defensively, conceding six goals in two matches. Key defender Panagiotis Retsos is ruled out with a hamstring injury, weakening their backline. Up front, Vangelis Pavlidis remains their main hope, supported by Kostas Fortounis and Dimitris Pelkas.
Head-to-Head Record
Denmark’s dominance in this fixture is well-documented. The Danes have lost just once in the last ten meetings with Greece (W7, D2, L1). Their most recent clash ended 3–0 in favor of Denmark, extending their unbeaten streak at home against Greece since 1980.
Form and Statistics
Denmark sit comfortably at the top of Group C with seven points from three games. Their home record is remarkable — only one defeat in 18 home internationals since June 2022 (W15, D2). They’ve also gone nine consecutive World Cup Qualifiers without a home loss since 2016.
Greece are struggling to find rhythm. After a promising spell of four straight wins earlier this year, they’ve now lost two consecutive matches by multi-goal margins. Defensive lapses have been costly — six of their last seven goals conceded have come after halftime, suggesting fatigue or concentration issues late in games.
Tactical Analysis and Key Battles
Denmark’s 4-3-3 thrives on fluidity and precision. The full-backs push high, with Eriksen drifting between lines to link play. Højlund’s physicality and movement create space for the wingers to exploit. Their pressing system forces errors in the opposition half, a major weapon against a Greece side prone to turnovers.
Greece, meanwhile, often set up in a compact 4-2-3-1 aiming to frustrate and counter. However, without Retsos, their defensive line may lack pace against Denmark’s rapid transitions. Pavlidis’s battle with Andreas Christensen will be crucial, while Fortounis’s creativity will determine if Greece can break through Denmark’s well-drilled midfield trio.
Key Players to Watch
Denmark: Rasmus Højlund, Christian Eriksen, Andreas Skov Olsen
Greece: Vangelis Pavlidis, Kostas Fortounis, Dimitris Pelkas
Prediction and Betting Tips
Given their home record and current momentum, Denmark are overwhelming favorites. Their blend of attacking sharpness and defensive control should overwhelm a Greek team struggling to maintain consistency.
Predicted Score: Denmark 3–0 Greece
Betting Insights
- Denmark to Win: Strongly favored
- Over 2.5 Goals: Recommended
- Both Teams to Score: No
- Anytime Goalscorer: Rasmus Højlund