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H2H Record before the game

In a thrilling FIFA World Cup Qualifying - UEFA match held at King Baudouin Stadium, Belgium edged out Wales with a final score of 4-3. The game was a goal fest with Romelu Lukaku, Youri Tielemans, Jérémy Doku, and Kevin De Bruyne scoring for Belgium. Wales responded through Harry Wilson, Sorba Thomas, and Brennan Johnson. The match was characterized by end-to-end action, with Belgium showcasing their attacking prowess early, racing to a 3-1 lead, but Wales fought back valiantly.
Belgium, playing a 4-2-3-1 formation, had slightly less possession (45.6%) than Wales (54.4%), but they were more efficient in converting their chances. They registered 18 total shots, with 4 on target, while Wales had 12 shots with 8 on target, indicating a more clinical finishing from the Welsh side. Both teams committed a similar number of fouls (13 for Belgium, 9 for Wales) and received the same number of yellow cards (3 each).
The AI-powered pre-game prediction correctly forecasted a Belgium win, with a predicted win probability of 49.1%. This game confirms that the AI model is working well. The game was more balanced than the AI initially anticipated, with Wales putting up a strong fight.
Belgium's recent form has been inconsistent, with a draw against North Macedonia in their previous World Cup qualifier and mixed results in the UEFA Nations League. Prior to this match, they had suffered three losses in their last five games, raising concerns about their defensive solidity. In contrast, Wales entered this match in relatively good form, having won three of their last five games, including a recent 3-0 victory over Liechtenstein in the World Cup qualifiers.
Looking at the head-to-head record, Belgium has historically dominated Wales, but recent encounters have been closer affairs, with several draws in their recent matches, indicating a closing of the gap between the two teams. This game continues the trend of close and high-scoring matches between Belgium and Wales. The match showcased Belgium's attacking strength but also highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities, which could be a concern in upcoming matches. Wales, despite the loss, demonstrated their ability to compete with top teams, indicating a positive outlook for their remaining qualifying games.

On June 9th, 2025, the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels will host a crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifying - UEFA match between Belgium and Wales. According to a sophisticated AI model, Belgium is predicted to emerge victorious. The AI gives Belgium a 49.1% chance of winning, while Wales has a 25.0% chance; a draw is calculated at 25.9%. Belgium, with a team strength rate of 0.666 compared to Wales' 0.447, will be looking to improve after a recent draw against North Macedonia.
Belgium's recent form has been inconsistent, with losses in the UEFA Nations League, but a solid win against Ukraine shows their potential. Much will depend on the performance of their key players, who will be looking to dominate the midfield and create opportunities for the forwards. Wales, fresh off a win against Liechtenstein, will rely on their defensive solidity and counter-attacking prowess. However, history favors Belgium as the AI also considered the last head-to-head matches in its prediction. The AI's prediction sets the stage for what promises to be a tense and exciting encounter.