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This predicted lineups page for Faroe Islands vs Moldova looks ahead to Monday 16 November 2026 kickoff in the UEFA Nations League, where the main selection question is how the home side replaces Ari Olsen. Both expected XIs below are tentative, because each side’s projection rests on a single recent line-up.
Faroe Islands Predicted XI
Faroe Islands are projected to line up in a 3-4-3, the shape their head coach Eyðun Klakstein prefers. The projection is largely settled, with 9 of the projected XI starting their last match, but it is built on only one recent line-up and should be read as tentative. Jóannes Bjartalíð and Poul Kallsberg are included in the forward line without having started the match used here, while Petur Knudsen led the attack in that game.
Faroe Islands predicted XI: Mattias Lamhauge; Jóannes Danielsen, Viljormur Davidsen, Andrias Edmundsson; Áki Samuelsen, Hanus Sorensen, Géza Dávid Turi, Jakup Biskopsto Andreasen; Petur Knudsen, Jóannes Bjartalíð, Poul Kallsberg
| Line | # | Player | Starts in last 1 | Last 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | 1 | Mattias Lamhauge | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| D | 2 | Jóannes Danielsen | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| D | 3 | Viljormur Davidsen | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| D | 5 | Andrias Edmundsson | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| M | 10 | Áki Samuelsen | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| M | 20 | Hanus Sorensen | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| M | 21 | Géza Dávid Turi | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| M | 22 | Jakup Biskopsto Andreasen | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| F | 18 | Petur Knudsen | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| F | 7 | Jóannes Bjartalíð | 0/1 | 0/1 |
| F | 8 | Poul Kallsberg | 0/1 | 0/1 |
Moldova Predicted XI
Moldova are expected to set up in a 3-4-2-1, the preferred formation of head coach Lilian Popescu. The side is largely settled, with 8 of the projected XI starting their last match, yet this too comes from one recent line-up, so the selection remains tentative. Petru Popescu is the lone forward and started the match used here, while Nikita Motpan is included in midfield without having started it.
Moldova predicted XI: Dumitru Celeadnic; Oleg Reabciuk, Vladyslav Baboglo, M. Gherasimencov; Sergiu Perciun, Vladimir Fratea, Vadim Rață, Nikita Motpan, Victor·Bogaciuc, Victor Stina; Petru Popescu
| Line | # | Player | Starts in last 1 | Last 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | 12 | Dumitru Celeadnic | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| D | 2 | Oleg Reabciuk | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| D | 4 | Vladyslav Baboglo | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| D | 6 | M. Gherasimencov | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| M | 9 | Sergiu Perciun | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| M | 10 | Vladimir Fratea | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| M | 22 | Vadim Rață | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| M | 7 | Nikita Motpan | 0/1 | 0/1 |
| M | 8 | Victor·Bogaciuc | 0/1 | 0/1 |
| M | 11 | Victor Stina | 0/1 | 0/1 |
| F | 15 | Petru Popescu | 1/1 | 1/1 |
Injuries and Suspensions
Faroe Islands have Ari Olsen out injured, a defensive loss that thins the back line of the predicted 3-4-3. Odmar Faero and Gunnar Vatnhamar, who each have a start among the matches used here, are the bench options best placed to come into the side if the team news shifts.
| Player | Pos | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ari Olsen | D | injured | Contusion |
Moldova have no injury or suspension absentees on the list, so the projected XI is not forced into any changes by availability. Iurie Iovu, Nicky Clescenco and Ioan-Calin Revenco each have one start on the counts supplied, making them the most natural replacements should a late change come through.
How We Predict These XIs
Each projection is built from the recent line-ups available for that side: here, the single match used for both Faroe Islands and Moldova, with more recent matches weighted above older ones. Players confirmed injured or suspended are removed before the XI is set. This is a projection, not an official team announcement, and it can change once each federation names its team.
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FAQ
What formation will Faroe Islands and Moldova line up in?
Faroe Islands are projected in a 3-4-3 and Moldova in a 3-4-2-1, both matching the preferred shapes of their head coaches. Mattias Lamhauge is the predicted goalkeeper for Faroe Islands, and Dumitru Celeadnic is the predicted goalkeeper for Moldova.
Who is unavailable for Faroe Islands vs Moldova?
Ari Olsen is out injured for Faroe Islands, and no Moldova players are listed as unavailable. The tables above show the full picture for each side.
When is the Faroe Islands vs Moldova match?
The match kicks off on Monday 16 November 2026 in the UEFA Nations League.
How tentative are these predicted lineups?
Both projections rest on one recent line-up each, so they are tentative and should be checked against the official team sheet when it is released.