High Spirits Battle Dampened Resolve in UNL: Accumulator Tip for September

After match day one of the UEFA Nations League (League A), several teams have made strong starts while there are still teams searching for their first win in this tournament, such as debutants Scotland, who suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Poland, followed by Switzerland, who slipped to a 2-0 defeat against Denmark. This Sunday, the second match day, presents a perfect opportunity for these teams with different ambitions to better their positions.

Denmark made a perfect start to the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League as they capitalized on Switzerland's shortcomings at the Parken Stadium to secure a comfortable 2-0 victory. This marked Lars Knudsen's first win with the Scandinavian side as head coach.

Serbia, on the other hand, extended their winless run in international outings to four games (D3, L1) following a commendable performance that witnessed them hold defending champions Spain to a goalless draw at the Stadion Rajko Mitić. However, they come into this match seeking a positive result if they are to go a long way in this competition. 

The Danes will be looking to make most of their home advantage to make it two wins on the bounce in the UNL League A. Serbia, on the other hand, is not an offensive side, with their foundation of success built on a solid defense that has seen them concede only two goals in their last five international matches. However, we anticipate an entertaining affair where both sides could get on the scoreboard.

• Bet Type: BTTS

Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 900th career goal against Croatia on match day one of the UEFA Nations League as he guided the Portugal national team to a decisive 2-1 victory at the Estádio da Luz. While this witnessed them maintain a 100% record against the Croats, A Seleção das Quinas is eyeing their first semi-final appearance in this competition since its inception in 2018.

Scotland, meanwhile, were met with a cold reception in their first foray in the UEFA Nations League-LLeague A opener against Poland, as their comeback was deemed unsuccessful in a 3-2 defeat at Hampden Park. This result alone has seen Steve Clarke's men win just one of their last 13 international games (L8, D4).

Scotland is up against a formidable opponent in their bid to secure their first UNL win. Steve Clarke's men have not won against Portugal since 1980 (L4, D2), and nothing much can be expected from them here. Portugal are overwhelming favorites, and their victory is not one to be doubted against a side that has won one of their last 13 games. However, we anticipate supporting the total to exceed 2.5 goals.

• Bet Type: TO 2.5

Switzerland knew that any slip-up could narrow down their chances to reach the final tournament, but the Swizz side did not take heed of any of that as they succumbed to a convincing 2-0 defeat at the hands of Denmark at the Parken Stadium. However, their chances of recording their first win in this competition will have to be put on hold as they take on a side they've only defeated just four times in their last 25 encounters (L16, D5).

Spain, where crowned the UEFA European Champions for the fourth time two months ago, defeated England 2-1 to become the most decorated club in the European Championship. However, the defending champions fell below the threshold in their first international appearance as they were frustrated by Serbia to play out a goalless draw in the UEFA Nations League (League A) three days ago. Despite this, they still are a dominant figure, going 11 matches without defeat (W9, D2).

La Roja have been unstoppable on the international stage, and they come into this match seeking to continue with their unwavering dominance. Away from home, the Spaniards have yet to suffer defeat in their last eight outings (W7, D1), and we anticipate them to secure a hard-fought win this one.

• Bet Type: W2