2026-2027 Nations League: Denmark vs. Wales, Probable Lineups

Denmark and Wales face off at 6 p.m. in their match on the second day of Group 4 in League A of the Nations League. Both teams lost their opening matches: the Danes were defeated by Norway in the Scandinavian derby, while the British were narrowly beaten by Portugal. The loser faces the risk of relegation.

Hojlund is expected to start up front, with the attacking trio of Dorgu, Froholdt, and Damsgaard behind him. In midfield, Hjulmand will partner Hojbjerg. The fullbacks will be Kristensen and Maehle.

Wales will start with Jordan James as center forward, flanked by Johnson and Dan James. In midfield: Brooks, Ampadu, and Sheehan.

Denmark vs. Wales: Probable Lineups
Denmark (4-2-3-1): Jørgensen; Kristensen, Andersen, Provstgaard, Mæhle; Hjulmand, Højbjerg; Dorgu, Froholdt, Damsgaard; Højlund.
Wales (4-3-3): Ward; Williams, Cabango, Davies, Dasilva; Brooks, Ampadu, Sheehan; Johnson, J. James, D. James.

Wales head coach Craig Bellamy commented on his team’s performance after the loss to Portugal: “I’m incredibly proud. We knew we’d have to suffer, and I made that clear to the guys before the match: there will be moments when you do, but you have to enjoy that suffering too. This competition demands Champions League-level intensity. It will be a grueling test that will tell us a lot about the true value and depth of this squad.”