View Odds >Denmark vs Ukraine Prediction & Betting Tips – 07/06/2026
Denmark welcome Ukraine to Nature Energy Park on 7 June 2026 in a friendly international that carries more weight than the billing suggests. Neither side will be at the World Cup this summer, so these fixtures serve as vital groundwork for the UEFA Nations League campaigns ahead. For Denmark, a tough group featuring Norway, Wales and Portugal awaits; Ukraine face Hungary, Georgia and Northern Ireland. New Ukraine boss Andrea Maldera takes charge of only his second match, adding tactical intrigue to an afternoon fixture with plenty to prove on both sides. 18+
Match Analysis
Denmark enter as clear favourites at 1.70, backed by a FIFA ranking of #20 and a 16-goal return across six World Cup qualifiers. Home advantage and superior squad depth make them the logical pick despite recent attacking struggles.
- FIFA #20 ranking gives Denmark a clear structural edge over Ukraine (#32).
- 16 goals in 6 World Cup qualifiers underline Denmark's attacking pedigree at home.
- Home record provides a consistent platform; Denmark rarely lose on home soil in competitive cycles.
- Ukraine missing Dovbyk, Zinchenko and Zabarnyi, severely limiting their counter-attacking and defensive solidity.
Ukraine arrive at 4.80 having impressed under new coach Andrea Maldera, winning 2-0 against Poland with Yaremchuk and Yarmolenko both scoring. However, the absences of Dovbyk, Zinchenko, and Zabarnyi represent a serious blow to their ambitions here.
- Dovbyk absent: Ukraine lose their primary striker and chief goal threat.
- Zinchenko and Zabarnyi out, weakening both build-up play and defensive structure simultaneously.
- Only 1 win in 2 historical H2H meetings, with the last encounter over 20 years ago offering little guidance.
Key point: With both squads heavily depleted and Under 2.5 goals recorded in three of Ukraine's last four matches, N/A represents a compelling alternative angle in this low-scoring friendly context.
Form & Statistics: Denmark vs Ukraine
Denmark
Recent form
Season statistics (1)
Ukraine
Recent form
Season statistics (2)
Denmark vs Ukraine: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
Lineups: Denmark vs Ukraine
Denmark
Starters
- 1 Jørgensen
- 2 Bah
- 3 Andersen
- 4 Høgsberg
- 5 Mæhle
- 6 Højbjerg
- 7 Jensen
- 8 Dorgu
- 9 Eriksen
- 10 Daghim
- 11 Højlund
Absent
- Christian Norgaard (injury)
- Jesper Lindstrom (injury)
- Gustav Isaksen (injury)
- Mikkel Damsgaard (injury)
- Morten Hjulmand (injury)
Ukraine
Starters
- 1 Anatoliy Trubin
- 2 Vitaliy Mykolenko
- 3 Eduard Sarapiy
- 4 Mykola Matvienko
- 5 Oleksandr Romanchuk
- 6 Oleh Ocheretko
- 7 Mykola Shaparenko
- 8 Viktor Tsygankov
- 9 Heorhiy Sudakov
- 10 Andriy Yarmolenko
- 11 Roman Yaremchuk
Absent
- Oleksandr Zinchenko (poor fitness)
- Artem Dovbyk (poor fitness)
- Illia Zabarnyi (injury)
- Oleksiy Hutsulyak (injury)
- Dmytro Riznyk (injury)
Medium confidence
A mirror image of formations sets the stage here, with both sides lining up in a 4-2-3-1. Denmark will look to Christian Eriksen to pull the strings behind Højlund, while the double pivot of Højbjerg and Jensen provides the platform beneath him.
Ukraine's probable XI carries reasonable credibility, though it is sourced from a single AI-generated feed rather than multiple established outlets, so a degree of caution is warranted. Shaparenko and Sudakov offer genuine quality in the attacking midfield band, and Yarmolenko's experience on the flank gives Serhiy Rebrov's side a familiar focal point.
Our Verdict
Denmark's double chance (home win or draw) represents the standout selection here. The hosts are priced at 1.70, reflecting their superiority on paper, yet that lifeless nil-nil against DR Congo warrants caution about backing them outright. Ukraine arrive with momentum following a convincing victory under new coach Andrea Maldera, making them tricky opponents. Covering both outcomes offers sensible insurance. Under 2.5 goals at N/A appeals as a supporting pick, given Denmark's recent blank and the experimental nature of friendly fixtures. 18+. Value lies in pragmatism, not ambition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Denmark vs Ukraine?
The 1X double chance, backing Denmark to win or draw, represents the most sensible wager here. Denmark hold a clear FIFA ranking advantage and have quality enough to assert themselves at home, yet five key absentees blunt their edge. With the home side priced at 1.70, the draw option at 3.30 offers additional insurance against a tight, low-scoring affair.
What time does Denmark vs Ukraine kick off?
The match kicks off at 16:30 UTC on Sunday, 7th June 2026. It will be played at Nature Energy Park in Denmark, a venue that should provide the hosts with a familiar and supportive setting as both sides use this friendly to prepare for their forthcoming UEFA Nations League campaigns.
Where can I watch Denmark vs Ukraine on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for this friendly international have not been confirmed in our preview data. We would recommend checking your domestic sports broadcaster's schedule or official streaming platforms for the most up-to-date television listings, as coverage of international friendly fixtures can vary considerably depending on your region.
What is Denmark's recent record against Ukraine?
The head-to-head record between these two sides is remarkably thin. Across only two meetings, both of which took place approximately 20 years ago, Ukraine hold the slight upper hand with one victory to their name, while the other encounter ended in a draw. There is, in truth, very little historical precedent upon which to draw firm conclusions.
