Saturday 11 November 2017 19:48, UK
Charlie Nicholas provides us with his predictions for the latest round of international friendlies and World Cup play-offs.
After Northern Ireland's defeat to Switzerland, and Scotland's reverse to Netherlands, Republic of Ireland will be looking to establish a first-leg lead when they come up against Denmark, while England and Wales face tough tests in their friendlies.
Here's what Charlie is predicting for the three fixtures...
I'm actually quite surprised by Denmark being odds-on for this first leg. I understand them being favourites but I think Republic of Ireland are a pretty good price at bigger than 4/1 here.
Ireland are going to park the bus, be compact at the back, play Daryl Murphy up front alone and attempt to play of the counter-attack as Denmark get desperate to establish a first-leg lead.
Christian Eriksen is obviously the big threat but, while I can't say I'm his biggest fan, James McClean seems to have carved a role out for himself as their away day hero.
Charlie predicts: 1-1 and Eriksen to score first (30/1 with Sky Bet)
I think England look pretty weak with the injuries and the players Gareth Southgate has called up as a result.
I watched Jack Cork at the weekend and he played pretty well. I was always amazed Southampton sold him and he's very efficient on the ball.
If I was picking the England team Marcus Rashford would play the number nine role rather than Jamie Vardy, who has been in okay form.
I am going for Germany to win because of the midfield situation, where they should dominate, while Leroy Sane is obviously in blistering form.
Charlie predicts: 1-3 and Sane to score first (80/1 with Sky Bet)
I think this is one game where Chris Coleman has to consider going with a pretty established team just in case France get a bit bold and try to embarrass them.
I'd still be looking at France -2 on the handicap. Antoine Griezmann needs goals to build his confidence after struggling for Atletico Madrid, while Alexandre Lacazette and Olivier Giroud both have points to prove.
Charlie predicts: 3-0 and Griezmann to score first (17/1 with Sky Bet)
