WARSAW, Poland (Interstat) — A key World Cup qualifying clash is set for Friday as Poland hosts the Netherlands at the National Stadium, pitting an unbeaten Dutch juggernaut against a Polish side looking to solidify its position in the group.

The Netherlands arrive in Warsaw in imperious form, boasting a perfect 5-0-0 record across all competitions this season. In World Cup qualifying, they are 2-0-0, having outscored opponents 8-0. Their most recent result was a dominant 4-0 victory over Finland on Oct. 12.

Poland, meanwhile, sits at 1-0-1 in the qualifying group, coming off a 2-0 win against Lithuania on Oct. 12. Their overall form has been inconsistent, with a 1-1 record, including a 2-1 home loss to Finland in June.

The matchup presents a stark contrast in momentum. The Dutch attack, which put eight goals past Malta in June, will test a Polish defense that has shown vulnerability. For Poland, containing the Dutch firepower while capitalizing on home-field advantage will be critical.

According to the Interstat game simulator, the contest is projected to end in a 1-1 draw.

Following Friday’s match, both teams face quick turnarounds. The Netherlands will host Lithuania on Monday, Nov. 17, while Poland travels to face Malta on the same day. The result in Warsaw could prove pivotal for the qualifying landscape in the European zone.