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Ukraine vs France Prediction

Ukraine

€309.70m

5 Sep14:45
0 : 2

France

€1.23bn

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Ukraine vs France Prediction World Cup - Qualification Europe

Ukraine vs France Prediction: Odds, Tactics, and Expert Betting Tips

Welcome to NerdyTips, where we turn stats into stories and predictions into friendly advice. If you’re searching for the most insightful Ukraine vs France prediction, you’re in the right place. With the World Cup qualifiers kicking off on September 5, 2025, at Tarczyński Arena in Wrocław, Poland, football fans are in for an evening of tactical intrigue, fresh faces, and high stakes. Let’s dive into the details and see what our AI and expert analysis have to say about this much-anticipated head to head.

Team News, Tactics, and Recent Form

This isn’t just another group game—this is the start of a new World Cup qualifying journey for both teams in Group D, alongside Azerbaijan and Iceland. Historically, France has had the upper hand in this fixture, winning 6 of the last 10 meetings, drawing 3, and losing just once to Ukraine since 2004. The last time Ukraine beat France in a competitive match was back in 2016, and Les Bleus have remained unbeaten in their last four encounters.

Let’s break down what’s new and noteworthy for both sides:

  • Ukraine are coming off a mixed run in 2025. They missed out on Nations League promotion after a tough loss to Belgium, stumbled in a friendly against Canada, but bounced back with a win over New Zealand. Their last five matches? Three wins, two losses, averaging 1.8 goals scored and 2.0 conceded per game.
  • France, meanwhile, continue to flex their muscles on the big stage. After a penalty shootout win over Croatia in the Nations League quarters, they lost to Spain but secured third place against Germany. Their last five games show three wins and two losses, with 2.2 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match.

On the tactical side, expect France to dominate possession (projected at 67%), while Ukraine will look to stay compact and strike on the counter. The French are predicted to fire off 20 shots (with 7 on target), compared to Ukraine’s 8 (3 on target). Corners and cards will likely favor the visitors too—8 corners and just 1 yellow for France, 2 corners and 3 yellows for the home side.

Squad Updates and Player Watch

Both coaches have shuffled their decks for this one:

  • Ukraine boss Serhii Rebrov has called up promising youngsters like Taras Mykhavko and Oleh Ocheretko, while Everton’s Vitalii Mykolenko returns from injury. Artem Dovbyk (Roma) and Vladyslav Vanat (Dynamo) are back in attack, with Shakhtar Donetsk boasting seven representatives in the squad. Veterans like Andrii Yarmolenko and Oleksandr Zinchenko bring experience to the table.
  • France coach Didier Deschamps is missing Rayan Cherki and William Saliba due to injuries, but Liverpool’s Hugo Ekitike gets his first senior call-up after a blistering start at Anfield. Benjamin Pavard steps in for Saliba, while Kylian Mbappé and Aurélien Tchouaméni are set to lead the charge.

Fun fact: Ukraine’s biggest ever defeat was a 7-1 loss to France in 2020, but don’t expect a repeat—this squad has learned a thing or two about resilience.

Ukraine vs France Prediction, Odds, and Betting Tips

Now, onto what you really want to know: the Ukraine vs France prediction from our team at NerdyTips. The odds tell a clear story: Home win at 8.0, Draw at 4.5, and Away win at 1.4. With France’s squad valued at a jaw-dropping €1.23bn compared to Ukraine’s €309.70m, the gulf in resources is as wide as the Seine.

  1. Best Tip: Our AI is all in on France to win (2) with a trust score of 10.0/10 and odds at 1.4. This isn’t just a hunch—the stats back it up, from recent form to head to head dominance.
  2. 1x2 Prediction: 2 (away win), trust 10.0, odds 1.4. France’s firepower and depth are expected to be too much for Ukraine, even with the latter’s home advantage (in Poland, no less).
  3. Over/Under: Over 1.5 goals, confidence 5.0, odds 1.25. Expect at least a couple of goals, with France likely to do most of the scoring.
  4. Expected Score: 1:2 in favor of France. Our model predicts a goalless first half (0:0), with the action heating up after the break.

To sum up, all signs point to a professional French performance—expect them to control the ball, rack up the shots, and ultimately take three points. Ukraine will fight hard, but the odds and stats suggest an away win is the smart bet. For those looking for value, over 1.5 goals also looks like a safe play.

So there you have it: our expert Ukraine vs France prediction. Whether you’re betting, watching, or just here for the stats, enjoy the game—and may your predictions be as sharp as our AI’s!

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Ukraine vs France

2 -250

France is expected to win with odds of -250
10/10

1x2 Tip

2 -250

France is expected to win with odds of -250
10/10

Total Goals

Over 1.5 -400

At least 2 goals will be scored in the match
5/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes 102

Both teams are expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

X2&O1.5 -345

Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
4/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

1:2

Stats Predictions

33%
Ball Possession
67%
8
Total Shots
20
3
Shots on Goal
7
3
Shots Off Goal
8
2
Corners
8
3
Yellow Cards
1

Average / Match

3.2
Total Goals
3.3
1.5
Goals Scored
2
1.7
Goals Against
1.3
49%
Possession
57%
11.2
Total Shots
16.2
3.7
Shots on Goal
5.7
5
Shots off Goal
6.7
11.6
Fouls
10.2
3.9
Corners
6.2
1.9
Offsides
1
1.78
Yellow Cards
1.9
0
Red Cards
0.1
411
Total Passes
524

Overview Last 10 Matches

4
Wins
6
9
Over 1.5 Goals
9
7
Over 2.5 Goals
5
3
Over 3.5 Goals
4
8
Both Teams Scored
5
0
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Ukraine
0 - 2 - 2
France
Ukraine Ukraine 04-Sep-21
1:1
France France
France France 24-Mar-21
1:1
Ukraine Ukraine
France France 07-Oct-20
7:1
Ukraine Ukraine
Ukraine Ukraine 15-Jun-12
0:2
France France

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Team Matches Goals Points
1 France France6
16-4
16
2 Ukraine Ukraine6
10-11
10
3 Iceland Iceland6
13-11
7
4 Azerbaijan Azerbaijan6
3-16
1
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