Date of Tips: 14/11/2025
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Liechtenstein and Wales meet on Saturday in Vaduz for a World Cup 2026 qualifier that could still shape the final standings in Group J. It’s a game loaded with subplots for the visitors, and you’ll feel that right away. Wales know they’re almost locked into the playoffs, but they’re still chasing that slim chance of automatic qualification. So, the Liechtenstein vs Wales prediction conversation starts with one simple idea: Wales can’t afford to slip.
Belgium need to stumble in Kazakhstan for the group to really open up, but Craig Bellamy’s squad still have their eyes on second place as they head into the weekend. When you put all of that together with Liechtenstein’s rough run of form, you get the sense this match could set the tone for Wales’ final push.
Let’s start with the hosts. Liechtenstein come into this one without key defender Jens Hofer, who’s suspended after picking up one booking too many. That alone stretches a back line that has already been under constant pressure throughout the group. The responsibility falls even more heavily on long-serving midfielder Nicolas Hasler, who wears the armband and makes his 108th international appearance here. In attack, Ferhat Saglam, Dennis Salanovic, and Willy Pizzi are all in the frame, and any two of them could start as the search for their first Group J goal continues.
Wales, meanwhile, have their own absences to juggle. Stand-in skipper Ben Davies is out injured, joining Ben Cabango and Kieffer Moore on the sidelines. That list already looked packed, and then you add the continued absence of Aaron Ramsey, Connor Roberts, Danny Ward, and Wes Burns. The good news? Dan James is fit again and back in the squad. At the back, with Cabango and Davies missing, Joe Rodon steps into the leadership role after scoring against both Liechtenstein in June and Belgium last month. Up front, Brennan Johnson, Mark Harris, and Nathan Broadhead are fighting it out for those attacking places.
Buchel; Malin, Meier, Goppel; N. Hasler, Luchinger, Sele, A. Hasler, Zund; Salanovic, Saglam
Darlow; Mepham, Rodon, Lawlor; Thomas, Ampadu, Cullen, Williams; Wilson, Johnson; Harris
This matchup feels like one where the pattern is already written. Liechtenstein haven’t scored or taken a point in the group, and they’ve been conceding close to four goals a game. You don’t really need to overthink what their approach will be: defend deep, keep shape, and hope they can frustrate Wales for as long as possible.
For Wales, the incentive is obvious. Win, and they keep second place firmly in their hands. They also need a performance after a run of defeats that stung the squad—friendlies against Canada and England followed by that 4-2 loss to Belgium. Bellamy’s team will want to restore a bit of pride and rhythm, and this is the ideal setting to do it.
So if you’re looking at this from a bettor’s angle, the conversation leans toward Wales to control the game, rack up the shots, and eventually break Liechtenstein down.
When you look at the flow of both teams’ recent matches, you probably land in the same place I do. Wales might not be free-flowing at the moment, but they’re creating chances and still dominating large spells of games. Against a side that hasn’t scored a goal in the group, Bellamy’s players should have enough to handle things calmly.
Liechtenstein will work, they’ll block, they’ll chase, but they’re up against a Wales team desperate to get back on track. Expect the visitors to control possession from the opening minutes and steadily turn that into goals.
Match Prediction: Wales to win. Bet with bet365.
A controlled Wales win feels right here. Liechtenstein’s struggles in both boxes make it hard to picture them finding a breakthrough. Wales should have more than enough attacking quality even without several regular starters.
Correct Score Prediction: Liechtenstein 0–3 Wales. Bet with bet365.
Given how many goals Liechtenstein have been conceding and how Wales tend to start fast in these types of matchups, the “over” line makes a lot of sense. Wales don’t need to go wild; they just need to be clinical when the openings come. Three or more total goals feels very realistic.
If you’re thinking about the under, it’s worth remembering that Liechtenstein rarely offer attacking threat, meaning Wales will be doing most—if not all—of the scoring.
Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
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It keeps things grounded in the way both sides play and the players guaranteed to feature heavily.
Bet Builder Tip: Wales win to nil, Wales over 1.5 goals, and Brennan Johnson anytime to have 2+ shot on target. Bet with bet365.
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Wales are strong favourites based on form, squad quality, and Liechtenstein’s struggles throughout the group.
It’s possible, but based on their previous six games and Wales’ defensive options, it would still be a surprise.
Yes, but only if they win and Belgium slip up. Otherwise, Wales head to the playoffs.
Ben Davies, Ben Cabango, Kieffer Moore, Aaron Ramsey, Connor Roberts, Danny Ward, and Wes Burns are out.