⚽UEFA EURO 2020 Discussion Thread | Winner: ITALY!

[DIA7]

The most interesting match in this group is going to be England vs Scotland. There is too much bad blood between the two countries and they are facing each other after a gap of 4 years (back in 2017, the world cup qualifier match between the two ended in a 2-2 draw, with Harry Kane equalizing for England in the last minute of injury time). It would be great to have a win by Scotland this time, although I know that it is unrealistic given the current form of the England team. Anyway, I have already marked my calendar for this match on 18th June (this Friday).

It's a difficult one for England, because it's a local rival. You would normally expect a team like England to beat a team like Scotland fairly easily... but with such a fierce rivalry between the two nations, anything can happen.

I looked at the statistics after the game and what is amazing is that they are basically very balanced. But if you watched the game, you had the feeling that England dominated the game. Croatia didn't have a really good chance either, while England had several good ones. If you hadn't seen the game, you could draw the wrong conclusions, because you would think the game was very close and England would have won happily. This is how statistics can be deceiving.

The first victory in its opening matches in history came at Wembley, the stadium that English fans wish to crown their country's national team on its simplicity and in front of their eyes..
But I'm still not convinced that Luke Shaw and Grealish are missing from the starting lineup, whatever the reasons.
I think that Croatia exaggerated in defense and when they conceded the goal its offensive problems appeared, even though it theoretically they have one of the best midfield lines in the tournament.

[Maidak]

Even if Austria won the 2 games in qualification against North Macedonia, I think it will be a draw. Austria played very poorly in their last games. Later i see the Netherlands as winner.

I think North Macedonia will win today. A few days ago, the North Macedonia team won against a strong team like Germany. And they’ve been in tremendous form for the last few matches. After the win against Germany, the players of North Macedonia are now mentally very exuberant. If Austria can't play well today, they will lose. They have to play very carefully. Because the players of North Macedonia are quite aggressive.

[Avirunes]

But I'm still not convinced that Luke Shaw and Grealish are missing from the starting lineup, whatever the reasons.

There are lot of players who weren't named in the starting lineup today but what can you do with so many good players in every position. Southgate is smart and I am sure he will roll them out in next upcoming fixtures. Southgate was smart adding two defensive mids like Rice and Philips which added further cushion to the defense line and honestly they did quite well. It was obvious that Croatia would find it difficult to score.

[Koal-84]

Even if Austria won the 2 games in qualification against North Macedonia, I think it will be a draw. Austria played very poorly in their last games. Later i see the Netherlands as winner.

I think North Macedonia will win today. A few days ago, the North Macedonia team won against a strong team like Germany. And they’ve been in tremendous form for the last few matches. After the win against Germany, the players of North Macedonia are now mentally very exuberant. If Austria can't play well today, they will lose. They have to play very carefully. Because the players of North Macedonia are quite aggressive.

A win would definitely surprise me, but it is not impossible and it is true, the North Macedonians have self-confidence even if Austria has just made it 1-0. But it was a very well timed and beautiful goal.

[Cepot]

Nice england and Austria and one more match for my parlay 

[Dewi Aries]

Even if Austria won the 2 games in qualification against North Macedonia, I think it will be a draw. Austria played very poorly in their last games. Later i see the Netherlands as winner.

I think North Macedonia will win today. A few days ago, the North Macedonia team won against a strong team like Germany. And they’ve been in tremendous form for the last few matches. After the win against Germany, the players of North Macedonia are now mentally very exuberant. If Austria can't play well today, they will lose. They have to play very carefully. Because the players of North Macedonia are quite aggressive.

Austria in front with little control over the game I see North Macedonia didn't play well today I mean compared to Austria
I still believe Austria can secure 3 points today there is no other choice because in the next match they will be against a stronger team

[Yogee]

Austria vs. North Macedonia looks tougher to predict than what I had anticipated. I had Austria cruising by half-time but NM team are decent as well. I'm not sure now if I'm going to add for live game betting.

Netherlands should be able to secure a 1-0 or 2-0 win against Ukraine.

[bitzizzix]

Even if Austria won the 2 games in qualification against North Macedonia, I think it will be a draw. Austria played very poorly in their last games. Later i see the Netherlands as winner.

I think North Macedonia will win today. A few days ago, the North Macedonia team won against a strong team like Germany. And they’ve been in tremendous form for the last few matches. After the win against Germany, the players of North Macedonia are now mentally very exuberant. If Austria can't play well today, they will lose. They have to play very carefully. Because the players of North Macedonia are quite aggressive.

Austria in front with little control over the game I see North Macedonia didn't play well today I mean compared to Austria
I still believe Austria can secure 3 points today there is no other choice because in the next match they will be against a stronger team

The match is in progress and the current score is 1-1, although Austria dominates in attack but I don't think North Macedonia is not an easy opponent to beat.
and in this event Austria are not well equipped, as they have not won any of the two international test matches that have been played, and although North Macedonia are ranked below Austria, but can play very well in the discipline and will probably win.

[Raflesia]

Austria vs. North Macedonia looks tougher to predict than what I had anticipated. I had Austria cruising by half-time but NM team are decent as well. I'm not sure now if I'm going to add for live game betting.

Netherlands should be able to secure a 1-0 or 2-0 win against Ukraine.

I can only watch the Austria vs North Macedonia match, it's difficult for me to predict because I don't really know who is a great player so I refuse not to bet on this match, Only England has won the bet ohhh yahh ..

I'm ready by watching the Netherlands tonight with Ukraine I'm sure this can be another win with a second bet hopefully it's right.
But it seems that only a strong Dutch team in Group C.

[W Jr.]

Austria vs. North Macedonia looks tougher to predict than what I had anticipated. I had Austria cruising by half-time but NM team are decent as well. I'm not sure now if I'm going to add for live game betting.

Netherlands should be able to secure a 1-0 or 2-0 win against Ukraine.

The Austria-North Macedonia match is balanced. Towards the end of the first half, the Macedonians were playing with more pressure. Austria seems to be better prepared for the second half. Anyway, my guess for this match is a draw.

[Koal-84]

Even if Austria won the 2 games in qualification against North Macedonia, I think it will be a draw. Austria played very poorly in their last games. Later i see the Netherlands as winner.

I think North Macedonia will win today. A few days ago, the North Macedonia team won against a strong team like Germany. And they’ve been in tremendous form for the last few matches. After the win against Germany, the players of North Macedonia are now mentally very exuberant. If Austria can't play well today, they will lose. They have to play very carefully. Because the players of North Macedonia are quite aggressive.

Austria in front with little control over the game I see North Macedonia didn't play well today I mean compared to Austria
I still believe Austria can secure 3 points today there is no other choice because in the next match they will be against a stronger team

The match is in progress and the current score is 1-1, although Austria dominates in attack but I don't think North Macedonia is not an easy opponent to beat.
and in this event Austria are not well equipped, as they have not won any of the two international test matches that have been played, and although North Macedonia are ranked below Austria, but can play very well in the discipline and will probably win.

Austria did not perform well in the test games that's correct, I bet on a draw today. For myself personally, I now hope that the result will stay that way. And I also think that North Macedonia can keep the result.

[Ebede]

Euro2021 A Strong Warning To Manchester United
Euro2021 England squad and selection is a strong warning to Ole. First, this is my first time to see England National Team starting a match without any Manchester United player. Secondly, Manchester United dream Sancho was left out of England  vs Croatia, no report of unfitness or injury. Manchester United should be wery of this development.

[Slow death]

Nice england and Austria and one more match for my parlay 

I'm watching the game and from what I see this is the kind of game that will end without many goals, it's a pity that I didn't have more money to bet on this game, but there's still a great chance that australia will win this game, just for australia to score 1 more goal than will win this game because I doubt Macedonia will be able to draw again if australia score a goal

Austria vs. North Macedonia looks tougher to predict than what I had anticipated. I had Austria cruising by half-time but NM team are decent as well. I'm not sure now if I'm going to add for live game betting.

Macedonia has just wasted a great opportunity to score the second goal and then Australia has just wasted the second goal too

Netherlands should be able to secure a 1-0 or 2-0 win against Ukraine.

I agree

[Stalker22]

Austria retake the lead! Alaba, freed from his defensive role, curls in a delightful ball from the left and Gregoritsch steals in front of his man and ahead of the advancing Dimitrievski to score. And it's a moment of history too – the 700th EURO finals goal.
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The final whistle is blown.


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There it is, and Austria have their first ever win in a EURO finals thanks to late goals from two of their substitutes. They lead through a fine strike by Lainer, but were pegged back by Pandev's latest moment of history. But Gregoritsch entered the history books himself with the 700th EURO finals goal, before Arnautović rounded it off late on. An entertaining start to this group.


Next Match Odds Comparison: Netherlands vs Ukraine (Group C)
13 Jun 2021 at 19:​00 UTC

	| Netherlands	| Draw	| Ukraine	|
BetBTC	| 1.56	| 4.18	| 6.33	|
Betcoin.ag	| 1.58	| 4.4	| 6.0	|
BETOP.GG	| 1.61	| 4.18	| 6.25	|
Bitsler	| 1.56	| 4.25	| 5.73	|
Cloudbet	| 1.57	| 4.25	| 6.5	|
FortuneJack	| 1.58	| 4.4	| 6.0	|
Nitrogen	| 1.51	| 3.96	| 6.44	|
Playbetr	| 1.58	| 4.4	| 6.0	|
Sportsbet.io	| 1.56	| 4.1	| 6.2	|
Stake	| 1.57	| 4.3	| 5.8	|
TrustDice	| 1.58	| 4.4	| 6.0	|
Wolf.Bet	| 1.56	| 4.16	| 6.44	|

[NeuroticFish]

The Austria-North Macedonia match is balanced.

North Macedonia coach made the same mistake as Turkey's coach: when the game was this balanced getting out defenders seems not to be a great idea.

[cygan]

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There it is, and Austria have their first ever win in a EURO finals thanks to late goals from two of their substitutes. They lead through a fine strike by Lainer, but were pegged back by Pandev's latest moment of history. But Gregoritsch entered the history books himself with the 700th EURO finals goal, before Arnautović rounded it off late on. An entertaining start to this group.
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i would like to know what M. Arnautovic shouted during his goal celebration towards the north macedonian goalkeeper or defenders or if it was just one of his provocative goal celebrations...
his captain D. Alaba then wanted to keep him quiet or maybe it was also a kind of goal celebration

[BitcoinHunt3r]

Austria vs. North Macedonia looks tougher to predict than what I had anticipated. I had Austria cruising by half-time but NM team are decent as well. I'm not sure now if I'm going to add for live game betting.

Netherlands should be able to secure a 1-0 or 2-0 win against Ukraine.

The Austria-North Macedonia match is balanced. Towards the end of the first half, the Macedonians were playing with more pressure. Austria seems to be better prepared for the second half. Anyway, my guess for this match is a draw.

Finally Austria finished the game with a win exactly as I expected indeed at half time it seems more difficult because both teams read each other's game
I also have no doubts saying Austria got lucky towards the end of the game they like getting fire and scoring 2 goals.

[Koal-84]

Austria vs. North Macedonia looks tougher to predict than what I had anticipated. I had Austria cruising by half-time but NM team are decent as well. I'm not sure now if I'm going to add for live game betting.

Netherlands should be able to secure a 1-0 or 2-0 win against Ukraine.

The Austria-North Macedonia match is balanced. Towards the end of the first half, the Macedonians were playing with more pressure. Austria seems to be better prepared for the second half. Anyway, my guess for this match is a draw.

Finally Austria finished the game with a win exactly as I expected indeed at half time it seems more difficult because both teams read each other's game
I also have no doubts saying Austria got lucky towards the end of the game they like getting fire and scoring 2 goals.

In the end, Austria was the better team and simply wanted the win more. North Macedonia looked a bit tired in the end and the defensive was no longer consistent as in the first half and the beautiful goal by Arnautovic was the end. At the actually game, i wonder this is always at time a draw 😱😱

[Roidz]

Austria started the match quite well, so they were able to dominate possession and were able to create several chances that almost became goals and thanks to good cooperation between the players, Austria finally won their first game in the group stage with a score of 3-1 and with this victory made austria temporarily top of Group C and the most unique thing in that match was when a goal from Macedonia was created by Goran Pandev and with this goal made Goran Pandev who is now 37 years 321 days old as the second oldest player to score in the Euros, and the status of the oldest goalscorer in the Euros still belongs to Ivica Vastic of Austria. Ivica Vastic was named the footballer who scored a goal at the age of 38 years 257 days, during the Austria vs Poland match at Euro 2008 ago.

[snipie]

Austria vs. North Macedonia looks tougher to predict than what I had anticipated. I had Austria cruising by half-time but NM team are decent as well. I'm not sure now if I'm going to add for live game betting.

Macedonia has just wasted a great opportunity to score the second goal and then Australia has just wasted the second goal too

Austria winning was predictable and they didn't disappoint us. 3 important points secured for now and they should try next to get a draw with Netherlands and a win vs Ukraine to pass calmly.

Netherlands should be able to secure a 1-0 or 2-0 win against Ukraine.

I agree

Wijnaldum just scored, 1-0 for Netherlands. The Ukrainian are playing defense and Turkey scenario might happen again!