Greece vs Denmark 8 Sep 2025
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This match is played on date 8 Sep 2025
This match takes place in Stadio Georgios Karaiskáki (Pireás (Piraeus)) – In championship competitions World Cup Qualifiers by Season 2025/2026
Match Summary Table
| FEATURE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Greece vs Denmark |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers – UEFA Group D |
| Date | Monday, September 8, 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 20:45 CET (21:45 EET, 19:45 BST, 18:45 UTC) |
| Venue | OPAP Arena, Athens (Greece) |
| Broadcast | ERT (Greece), TV2 Sport (Denmark), FIFA+ (International) |
| Last Meeting | Denmark 1–1 Greece (September 6, 2011 – Euro 2012 Qualifiers) |
| Head-to-Head | Greece: 2 wins, Denmark: 3 wins, Draws: 4 |
🔎 Overview
A fascinating clash awaits in Athens as Greece host Denmark in a Group D World Cup 2026 qualifier. Greece are determined to return to the world stage after years of near misses, while Denmark, Euro 2020 semifinalists, enter as one of the group’s favorites.
Both sides come into the game with high ambitions: Greece relying on their defensive resilience and home support, and Denmark bringing their technical quality and attacking sharpness. The result could prove decisive in shaping the group standings.
🇬🇷 Greece – Defensive Steel and Home Pride
Greece remain a tough opponent on home soil, with passionate support behind them in Athens. Their focus will be on defensive organization and quick transitions. A victory against Denmark would be a massive boost to their qualification hopes.
Key Players:
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Kostas Tsimikas – The left-back brings quality deliveries and relentless energy on the flank.
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Giorgos Masouras – A direct winger who can create chances with his pace and movement.
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Odysseas Vlachodimos – The dependable goalkeeper often key in tight matches.
Tactics: Greece are likely to employ a 4-3-3, with a compact midfield aimed at frustrating Denmark’s playmakers. Their best opportunities may come from set-pieces and counter-attacks.
🇩🇰 Denmark – Technical and Ambitious
Denmark enter this match as group favorites, blending strong organization with attacking flair. Their depth across positions gives them the edge, but playing in Athens will be a test of composure.
Key Players:
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Christian Eriksen – The creative heartbeat, providing vision and control in midfield.
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Rasmus Højlund – The young striker, clinical in front of goal and a constant danger in the box.
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Simon Kjær – The experienced defender, ensuring stability at the back.
Tactics: Denmark are expected to use a 4-3-3, pressing high and looking to dominate possession. Wide players and overlapping full-backs will look to stretch Greece’s defense, while Eriksen links play centrally.
📊 Head-to-Head Snapshot
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Total Meetings: 9
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✅ Denmark Wins: 3
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🟰 Draws: 4
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✅ Greece Wins: 2
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⚽ Avg Goals per Match: 2.0
Historically, matches between the two sides have been close, with neither team dominating.
📉 Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
| TEAM | FORM |
|---|---|
| Greece | 🟩 🟨 🟥 🟩 🟩 |
| Denmark | 🟩 🟥 🟩 🟩 🟨 |
Both teams have shown strong recent form, with Greece improving under pressure and Denmark continuing their consistent performances despite occasional slips.
🎯 Match Verdict
Final Score Prediction: Greece 1–2 Denmark
Expect a tight, tactical battle in Athens. Greece’s defense and home advantage could make life difficult for Denmark, but the Danes’ attacking quality and Eriksen’s creativity should tip the balance. A late Højlund strike could seal the win for Denmark in what promises to be a dramatic encounter.
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