Famous Ukrainian journalist and commentator Roberto Morales has prepared a forecast for the 2026 World Cup qualification match between the Ukraine national team and the Iceland team.
«Another moment of truth for Serhiy Rebrov. No, not as a coach in general, but as a national team coach, at least for Ukraine. This is how it should work according to logic, which often doesn’t operate for us.
Yes, Ukraine defeated Iceland on their field, which, in my opinion, was very unexpected. I will not downplay the significance of that victory, but I also don’t believe that the islanders will again engage in a completely open game adventure that defeated them in their native Reykjavik.
The bad news for the Ukraine national team is the loss of Dovbyk and especially Sudakov. Heorhiy’s shoulder injury occurred during the game against Iceland, which was a critical loss due to the nature of the match. However, I repeat, I do not believe in a repeat of this scenario. Ruslan Malinovskyi and Mykolenko should be in the starting lineup — that’s a plus. Ukraine has chances, but they largely depend on the opponent’s actions. I see the Icelanders as the protagonists in this match.
Arnar Gunnlaugsson has at his disposal players with normal experience in national team performances. Only striker Daniel Tristan Guðjohnsen, representing the famous Guðjohnsen family (his famous father Eidur and grandfather Arnór played for the national team), is inexperienced at the adult international level.
Bet — Iceland’s victory,» said Morales.