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Among the matches valid as the first day of Group H of the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup is Romania-Bosnia Herzegovina.
Among the matches valid as the first day of Group H of the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup is Romania-Bosnia Herzegovina: the Romanians must confirm the good performances they had at the European Championship in Germany and in the Nations League, while the Bosnians rely on the old guard with a year lacking in satisfaction.

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Romania
The Romania is among the rising national teams in Europe, given the good performances at the European Championship in Germany and in the Nations League, where they were promoted to League B by winning all 6 games in the group. On the bench is an old fox, Mircea Lucescu, former coach of Reggiana, Brescia, and Inter, aiming for qualification to the World Cup, which has been missing since 1998 when they had players like Hagi and Popescu.
The Romanian coach will field a 4-3-3 formation with a defense composed of Ratiu, Rus, Burca, and Bancu; a midfield consisting of R. Marin, M. Marin, and Stanciu; and an attacking trident with Man, Dragus, and Hagi, the son of the great Gheorghe.
Bosnia Herzegovina
The Bosnia Herzegovina comes from a challenging Nations League campaign, finishing last in the group after Germany, the Netherlands, and Hungary, which is not bitter considering the quality of opponents and the fact that it was in League A, the highest level of competition. Therefore, from a level perspective, they are certainly better than their Romanian counterparts. Coach Barbarez, in his first experience coaching the national team of his country, still relies on the old guard, including Edin Dzeko, Kolasinac, and Vasilj, but has also selected many young talents, as Bosnian football is always a great talent factory.
For this match, the Bosnian coach will deploy a 4-3-3 formation with a defense consisting of Dedic, Bicakcic, Kolasinac, and Muharemovic; a midfield composed of Tahirovic, Sunjic, and Burnic; and an attacking trident with Gigovic, Dzeko, and Demirovic.
Romania-Bosnia Herzegovina Probable Lineups
Romania (4-3-3): Nita; Ratiu, Rus, Burca, Bancu; R. Marin, M. Marin, Stanciu; Man, Dragus, Hagi. Coach: M. Lucescu
Bosnia-Herzegovina (4-3-3): Vasilj; Dedic, Bicakcic, Kolasinac, Muharemovic; Tahirovic, Sunjic, Burnic; Gigovic, Dzeko, Demirovic. Coach: Barbarez.
Where to Watch Romania-Bosnia Herzegovina
The match between Romania and Bosnia Herzegovina, valid for the first day of Group H of the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, which will be played tomorrow at 20:45, will be available for live streaming on UEFA.tv.
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The match of the 3rd day of the Champions League PSV-Napoli ended 6-2, a resounding defeat for the Azzurri, overwhelmed by the Dutch in the 2nd half.
The match of the 3rd day of the Champions League PSV-Napoli ended 6-2, a resounding defeat for the Azzurri who were overwhelmed in the second half after an initial lead by McTominay. A really bad night for the team of Antonio Conte.
PSV-Napoli 6-2, Azzurri shipwreck in Eindhoven: initial lead by McTominay, then Dutch avalanche
The challenge of the 3rd day of the Champions League group stage PSV-Napoli ends 6-2, a resounding defeat for the team of Antonio Conte, who took the lead but then suffered the Dutch avalanche, which overwhelmed them. A really bad night in Eindhoven, with much to reflect on.
First initiative of Napoli, in the 2nd minute with Lucca, but the shot goes wide. Then it’s De Bruyne‘s turn, but the Dutch defense saves. Then PSV tries with Man, Milinkovic is ready. Again Man in the 19th minute tries to worry the Azzurri goalkeeper, who saves. At the 28th minute, Spinazzola tries for Napoli, a shot that just misses the target. But at the 31st minute Napoli takes the lead: Spinazzola crosses from the left and McTominay heads in to beat Kovar, 1-0 for Conte’s team. After 4 minutes, PSV equalizes: on a PSV action, Buongiorno tries to anticipate Til but his intervention beats Milinkovc-Savic, back to level. Then, at the 39th minute, the Dutch take the lead: Saibari heads towards the Azzurri area, and with a shot beats Milinkovic-Savic, the 2-1 scoreline going into halftime.
The second half starts with Napoli being dangerous with Lucca and Anguissa, but in the 54th minute, PSV scores again: Mauro Junior crosses for Man, who deflects it in to beat Milinkovic-Savic, making it 3-1. However, PSV doesn’t stop, Napoli’s defense does what it can against the Dutch attack, and in the 76th minute Lucca is also sent off. In the 80th minute, the fourth goal for PSV: Man scores again, with an unstoppable shot for Milinkovic-Savic. Then, in the 86th minute, Napoli reduces the gap with McTominay, the only one who shines on this bad night, with a precise header into the net. But PSV closes the deal in the 86th and 87th minute, with Pepi and Driouech. Then the final whistle that ends the hostilities with a 6-2 victory for the Dutch.
The man of the match is undoubtedly Man, with a personal brace and a great game overall, like the entire PSV attack that literally overwhelmed Napoli at the Philips Stadium tonight.
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Napoli, Conte: “We have little to say and much to work on, it will take a lot of effort this year.”

Napoli Manager Antonio Conte spoke tonight in a press conference at the end of the match for 6-2 against PSV at the Philips Stadium. Napoli Manager Antonio Conte spoke tonight in a press conference at the end of the match for 6-2 against PSV at the Philips Stadium. Tra […]
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After the matches of the various national championships are archived, the Champions League returns with an interesting Bayern Munich-Club Brugge.
Bavarians in great form with 11 wins in as many games. Mister Kompany leaning towards confirming the offensive duo Jackson-Kane. On the other side, Brugge relies heavily on the creativity of the Italo-German Tresoldi.

Vincent Kompany manager of Bayern Munich arrives during the UEFA Champions League League Stage match Aston Villa vs Bayern Munich at Villa Park, Birmingham, United Kingdom, 2nd October 2024
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Bayern Munich Here
The Bayern Munich is a powerhouse. An incredible start to the season for the German team, with 11 wins in as many games. In front of 75,000 fans at the Fußball Arena München, for a match valid for the third day of the UEFA Champions League, come the Belgians of Club Brugge.
The Bavarians can count on an attacking department with 40 goals scored so far. Top player of the season start Harry Kane, scoring in the last 9 matches between league and National team. Absent from the match for the Bavarians are Davies, Ito, Musiala, and Stanisic.
However, as the main striker, Nicolas Jackson should play instead of Kane (likely to drop back behind the former Chelsea player). While on the wings, Olise and Luis Diaz should find space. In midfield, Kimmich is a sure starter, while the other midfield spot is a toss-up between Aleksandar Pavlovic (favored) and Goretzka. In defense, in front of Manuel Neuer, there should be Upamecano and Tah as center-backs and Boey and Laimer as full-backs.
Club Brugge Here
On the other hand, the Belgians’ journey cannot be said to be excellent. In fact, the team coached by Mister Hayen in the first two Champions League matches stands out for the overwhelming 4-1 victory against Monaco, but also for the defeat from a winning position against Atalanta of Ivan Juric.
The Belgian team will still try to pull off a surprise, relying mainly on their center-forward Nicolò Tresoldi. On the sides of the 2004 class player, the wingers Forbs and Tzolis should play, while in midfield, the playmaker role should be entrusted to Vanaken.
In the crucial area, coach Hayen should field Alexander Stankovic, son of Dejan, and Cisse Sandra. In defense, the center-backs should be Ordonez and Mechele, supported by the full-backs Sabbe and Seys. In goal, due to the absence of Mignolet through injury, Jackers is confirmed.
Bayern Munich-Club Brugge: probable lineups
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1): Neuer; Boey, Upamecano, Tah, Laimer; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Olise, Kane, Diaz; N. Jackson. Coach: Kompany.
Club Brugge (4-3-3): Jackers; Sabbe, Ordonez, Mechele, Seys; Sandra, A. Stankovic, Vanaken; Forbs, Tresoldi, Tzolis. Coach: Hayen.
Bayern Munich-Club Brugge: where to watch
Bayern Munich-Club Brugge will take place on Wednesday, October 22 at 9:00 PM. The match between the Germans and the Belgians can be watched live on Sky Sport.
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