Austria Aim to Tighten Grip on World Cup Spot Against Unsteady Romania
FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) - Romania VS Austria
Match Time:13-10-2025 02:45 Monday (GMT+8)
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Austria continue their push for a 2026 World Cup spot as they visit Romania in a crucial Group H match. Romania sit third with seven points, still six points short of the playoff position and eight behind Austria. The visitors arrive with momentum after a dominant 10-0 win over San Marino.
Team Analysis:
Romania have shown inconsistency, blowing a 2-0 lead against Cyprus and splitting results at home, though their attack has produced nine goals in four games. Austria, on the other hand, arrive in strong form after a record win over San Marino, with every outfield player contributing to a goal or assist. A win for Austria would secure a top-two spot and edge them closer to automatic qualification, building on their recent victory over Romania in June.
Player Situation:
Romania are expected to stick with centre-backs Mihai Popescu and Andrei Burca, with Marius Marin anchoring midfield and Dennis Man supporting David Miculescu up front. Austria will rely on Marko Arnautovic, fresh off four goals, backed by Sabitzer, Gregoritsch, and Schmid. Konrad Laimer should remain in midfield, while David Alaba remains a guaranteed starter in the lineup.
Result Prediction:
Austria enter this match in strong form, with Rangnick enhancing both their defensive solidity and attacking edge. Their dominant win over San Marino has only boosted confidence ahead of this clash. With Romania struggling for consistency, Austria are widely expected to prevail.
Predicted Result: Romania 1-2 Austria.
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