The chase for the 2016 European Cup will take its next step on Friday. Two teams attempting to qualify for the tournament will do battle in a match between Wales and Belgium. The contest scheduled for 2:45 p.m. ET will be held at Liberty Stadium in Cardiff and can be live streamed here free.
What They're Saying
Wales defender James Chester (via UEFA): "Wherever you look on the pitch, they [Belgium] have talented individuals. We showed in Belgium that we can cope, and with the players we have up front we can always create chances to win the game. To be joint top at the halfway stage is a huge achievement. We know we are in touching distance. It's a great position to be in and from the work we have done in the week we believe there are areas where we can hurt them."
Belgium head coach Marc Wilmots (via DHnet): "As in our previous meetings, we'll take [defending Gareth Bale] it collectively. When they are in possession of the ball, it is for us to close the center. We have Jason Denayer, who is very fast, and Nicolas Lombaerts next to him, who is not the slowest, either. "
Tactical Preview
Player to Watch: It proved to be a rollercoaster campaign for Bale at Real Madrid last season. In 31 league appearances, the 25-year-old finished with 13 goals and nine assists.
Wales' Projected Lineup (4-5-1): Hennessey; Taylor, Chester, Williams, Gunter; Cotterill, Ledley, Allen, Ramsey, Bale; Vokes
Belgium's Projected Lineup (4-3-3): Courtois; Vertonghen, Lombaerts, Deschacht, Alderweireld; Nainggolan, Witsel, Bruyne; Hazard, Benteke, Mertens
Note: Credit all statistics to officially licensed data from Opta Sports (via WhoScored).
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