Wales host the Czech Republic this evening as both nations’ World Cup qualifying campaigns continue.
Wales’ first qualifier for next year’s tournament in Qatar ended in a 3-1 loss to Belgium before a friendly against Mexico saw the Welsh regain some confidence with a 1-0 win – both games taking place with head coach Ryan Giggs absent.
The Czech Republic, meanwhile, thrashed Estonia 6-2 before recording an encouraging 1-1 draw against Belgium.
As such, the Czechs currently lead the group, with Wales down in fourth – but with a game in hand over their opponents tonight and Roberto Martinez’s Belgian side.
Here’s everything you need to know about this evening’s fixture.
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When is it?
The match will kick off tonight at 7.45pm GMT.
How can I watch it?
The game will air live on Sky Sports Football. Subscribers can also stream it live on the Sky Sports website and SkyGo app. If you’re not a Sky customer you can grab a NOWTV Day Pass here to watch without a subscription.
Confirmed line-ups
Wales: Ward; Lawrence, Rodon, Mepham; Williams, Ampadu, Morrell, Roberts; James, Wilson, Bale
Czech Republic: Vaclik; Boril, Celustka, Kudela, Coufal; Holes, Soucek; Darida, Provod, Jankto; Schick
Odds
Wales: 15/8
Draw: 21/10
Czech Republic: 31/20
Prediction
Wales 1-1 Czech Republic.
