⚽UEFA EURO 2020 Discussion Thread | Winner: ITALY!

[AndySt]

The first factor that plays into the hands of England is the location. Playing in the Wembley stadium means a lot for the English team. The second factor are the fans.

Yes, playing at home always makes the difference, England team absolutely will feel it. By playing at Wembley, they should play more comfortably and have a bigger spirit with big supports from fans. With this situation, I believe that England team will take advantage of the mentality and probably prepare better since they are at home. Another factor that England team is in the top performance during this competition. They won't miss the chance to win EURO 2020, so they will play all out.

On the other hand, it can also interfere because of excessive excitement in front of their native stands, because let's not forget that the England national team has never won the European Championship, unlike the Italian national team, and the responsibility is very high. The Italian national team also does not want to miss its chance, so it is difficult to name a clear favorite in the upcoming match. Moreover, in my personal opinion, the tournament grid of Italy was stronger than that of the English national team, so I would give a slight preference to Italy in strength. In any case, everything will be decided in one match and anything can happen, and this Euro 2020 has already given us a lot of incredible scenarios.

[SquirrelJulietGarden]

I hope none of the coaching staff or first team players get tested positive as that could result to potential postponement or cancellation, If it is warranted. But if they'll have to player whatever squad they can put together, I'm not sure that would be worth it, since this stage is what they've worked for all tournament long.

It would be a terrible for their preparation. The final match is coming and I hope both teams will have their best players for the match. It is a big match and I don't want either Italy or England miss some of important players just because of the damn virus.

The team is vaccinated but I don't know if only 1 dose or they already did the second dose of Pfizer.
Anyway, no big rumors about it here in Italy yet.

2 doses of vaccine even can not prevent the infection 100%. Vaccinated people can still be able to be infected and the vaccine is to help the reduce risk of hospitalization, death, etc. It only helps to reduce the infection if the community have good immunity rate.

2 dose are better than 1 dose of course

I´m really concerned about this news from the Italian Football Federation that some members of Italian TV have Covid-19, this has set off the alarms:

Italian football federation panic after TV crew members test positive for Covid

I was fearful when I saw Italian players celebrated with tifosi in the quarter final and semi final. I know they are too excited but it looks very risk. Anyway one more match so I wish luck to Italy and I hope they will begin the final with best players.

Forza Azzurri.

[Rabi3]

2 doses of vaccine even can not prevent the infection 100%. Vaccinated people can still be able to be infected and the vaccine is to help the reduce risk of hospitalization, death, etc. It only helps to reduce the infection if the community have good immunity rate.

2 dose are better than 1 dose of course

i think they should have been tested right now to see if there is a positive result in their team, and if that happened they would have announced it by now, i hope it doesn't affect them in any way and they perform in the final the same way they did throughout the whole tournament and win the title, even in England and i still believe Italy can make it, they're the favorites to win for me.

[SquirrelJulietGarden]

i think they should have been tested right now to see if there is a positive result in their team, and if that happened they would have announced it by now, i hope it doesn't affect them in any way and they perform in the final the same way they did throughout the whole tournament and win the title, even in England and i still believe Italy can make it, they're the favorites to win for me.

Only if they can have their best players especially in the defense system. If they lose either Bonucci or Chiellini or both, they will lose their power and become weaker.

England have enough attacking players to score goals and I know Italy can score goals as well but the final match will be hold in England, at the Wembley stadium. I am waiting for good news from Italy and wish that they will begin the match with best players as they have now.

[slaman29]

Previously I thought Italy might still be able to win in the final match later, but after I realized the English team that seemed to have a stronger defense and also, I just realized that England now looks stronger in every line. Also, with the full support of playing at home then I think England will really be champions this time around, considering the aging Italian defender who looks likely to be overwhelmed by England's attacks.

Throughout the entire tournament, Italy has impressed but England seems to grow stronger every match. My bet is on Italy so I really need them to win, but I think you're right. Home advantage after a season of Corona and no crowds, it's going to be a really really tough atmosphere for the Italians.

Chiellini can handle Sterling but not Kane I guess.

[hahay]

Previously I thought Italy might still be able to win in the final match later, but after I realized the English team that seemed to have a stronger defense and also, I just realized that England now looks stronger in every line. Also, with the full support of playing at home then I think England will really be champions this time around, considering the aging Italian defender who looks likely to be overwhelmed by England's attacks.

Throughout the entire tournament, Italy has impressed but England seems to grow stronger every match. My bet is on Italy so I really need them to win, but I think you're right. Home advantage after a season of Corona and no crowds, it's going to be a really really tough atmosphere for the Italians.

Chiellini can handle Sterling but not Kane I guess.

Well, that's what I took into consideration as well, getting news that said Italian supporters were banned from watching because of the recent spread of Covid-19. Whether it's true or not about the news and whether or not there will be spectators in the final match, I personally feel very confident to bet on England because the squad they currently have looks very good. In contrast to Italy, which I think only relies on a few players to be targets and the speed that Chiesa has, of course it will be of more concern for the English defense.

[bitzizzix]

i think they should have been tested right now to see if there is a positive result in their team, and if that happened they would have announced it by now, i hope it doesn't affect them in any way and they perform in the final the same way they did throughout the whole tournament and win the title, even in England and i still believe Italy can make it, they're the favorites to win for me.

Only if they can have their best players especially in the defense system. If they lose either Bonucci or Chiellini or both, they will lose their power and become weaker.

England have enough attacking players to score goals and I know Italy can score goals as well but the final match will be hold in England, at the Wembley stadium. I am waiting for good news from Italy and wish that they will begin the match with best players as they have now.

Harry Kane et al will benefit because they will play at home and the public will be very enthusiastic and the stadium will be filled with English fans, and the bad news is that Italian national football fans are prohibited from traveling to England to watch the match at the end of the final later.
and it can also affect the game of both teams and it will be an interesting match and both of them are unbeaten throughout Euro 2020.
and Italy in general have a solid defence, Bonucci and Chiellini are very reliable key defenders and in the final they will be strong until the end because this is the last game and have to be really strong defensively, because England strikers are very dangerous and strong.

[kassex]

England have a lot of motivation to win Euro21 and make history for their country, so they will give their best to win this match, and I think that England has a great chance of winning the final. They have everything to achieve the goal. On the side of Italy they defensive play and quick counterattacks, I will root for England because I love their football.

[Lordhermes]

England have a lot of motivation to win Euro21 and make history for their country, so they will give their best to win this match, and I think that England has a great chance of winning the final. They have everything to achieve the goal. On the side of Italy they defensive play and quick counterattacks, I will root for England because I love their football.

In as much as I predict England to win,The coach's formation will be pivotal to their win.The formation he draws will either make them win or loose because England team is too competitive when it comes to players and position.There are some players that he shouldn't bench at all for that final,players like Sterling,Grealish,Saka and Kane.These are players that can cause trouble in the Italian defence.And also, making changes at the right time is a key to winning the match.

[Dewi Aries]

Now the situation has changed the market odds are more in favor of England do you think England can win?
I'm not sure because Italy were impressive from the start we will see a draw at the end of the match until the winner is determined by penalty
Italy has great shooters and goalkeepers

[Jackl87]

Previously I thought Italy might still be able to win in the final match later, but after I realized the English team that seemed to have a stronger defense and also, I just realized that England now looks stronger in every line. Also, with the full support of playing at home then I think England will really be champions this time around, considering the aging Italian defender who looks likely to be overwhelmed by England's attacks.

Throughout the entire tournament, Italy has impressed but England seems to grow stronger every match. My bet is on Italy so I really need them to win, but I think you're right. Home advantage after a season of Corona and no crowds, it's going to be a really really tough atmosphere for the Italians.

Chiellini can handle Sterling but not Kane I guess.

I agree that it is a huge advantage for England that they play in wembley and in front of 60.000 fans where probably at least 90% will cheer for the English team. Especially after the long corona break in terms of audience that can be a bigger advantage as it would normally be. I don't agree though that England was looking stronger every match. They could have easily been eliminated in the match against Germany because that match was pretty close and in the last match against Denmark they needed a penalty which wasn't even a real foul and therefore should have been taken back by the video referee, to advance.
Italy also had a tough and close match in the semi-final but that was against Spain which is an excellent team. So i don't think that England is the favorite in the final.

[KTChampions]

I do not like to watch matches with demotivated teams (I mean the match for third place, which is not currently held at the European Championships), but while waiting for the final I want to watch at least something. The game between Spain and Denmark would be interesting today, it is a pity that we will not see it.

[Altryist]

Now the situation has changed the market odds are more in favor of England do you think England can win?
I'm not sure because Italy were impressive from the start we will see a draw at the end of the match until the winner is determined by penalty
Italy has great shooters and goalkeepers

If Italy plays defensively as they can, England will not be able to score in this match. I think Italy will be the champion, their team looks stronger to me and I am a little surprised that the bookmakers give great chances for England to win. I hope that Italy will be able to win in regulation time, so as not to reach the penalty spot.

[Strongkored]

Now the situation has changed the market odds are more in favor of England do you think England can win?
I'm not sure because Italy were impressive from the start we will see a draw at the end of the match until the winner is determined by penalty
Italy has great shooters and goalkeepers

If Italy plays defensively as they can, England will not be able to score in this match. I think Italy will be the champion, their team looks stronger to me and I am a little surprised that the bookmakers give great chances for England to win. I hope that Italy will be able to win in regulation time, so as not to reach the penalty spot.

There must be a reason why the bookies make England the favourites, but the difference in the odds of the two is not that noticeable even in the bookies that I place a bet it's only 0.02 different, so I think both countries are on the same strength same chance to win this big match.

[MAAManda]

There must be a reason why the bookies make England the favourites, but the difference in the odds of the two is not that noticeable even in the bookies that I place a bet it's only 0.02 different, so I think both countries are on the same strength same chance to win this big match.

Yesterday someone informed me that the EURO Final will be held at Wembley Stadium which is the headquarters for the England National Team, maybe that's the reason for the bookies to favor England more in their match against Italy.

This final may be a historic one for England, because so far they have only conceded 1 goal against Denmark, Hopefully England can maintain their record

[condoras]

Now the situation has changed the market odds are more in favor of England do you think England can win?
I'm not sure because Italy were impressive from the start we will see a draw at the end of the match until the winner is determined by penalty
Italy has great shooters and goalkeepers

If Italy plays defensively as they can, England will not be able to score in this match. I think Italy will be the champion, their team looks stronger to me and I am a little surprised that the bookmakers give great chances for England to win. I hope that Italy will be able to win in regulation time, so as not to reach the penalty spot.

There must be a reason why the bookies make England the favourites, but the difference in the odds of the two is not that noticeable even in the bookies that I place a bet it's only 0.02 different, so I think both countries are on the same strength same chance to win this big match.

Besides some facts like that the final is carried out on English ground and the psychological boost that the England team has, it is still a final. One game with two very good and strong teams. It can end both ways, there isn't a clear favorite. Bookies know that and the differences are logically small. For sure it will be a very interesting game and hopefully with a lot of goals!

[oHnK]

The strategy will define ur successful, is like the next final match of Italy vs England. I guess that Italy will be the champion of this league based on the history. We know that Italy with England in the same match for the competitive league or world cup have been 9 times. Italy won 7x,  lose 1x, and tie1x. So in this league, they have met for 10 times, whether they add the win score or lose. We wait for the match..

But historical analysis cannot always be considered.
There are different eras, different players and different game styles.

Today England and Italy are playing in a different way from their traditional style. So there can be surprises.

For long era, Italy always be better than England. Although, history showed us different game styles and players but Italy showed the result. Just waiting for several hours, We will know who will be the champion of  EURO. The spirit of this team will take them to the good result. I sure about that. The unpredictable if they dont have any historical meeting, but you can find their historical as easy as you can.

[Daniel91]

The strategy will define ur successful, is like the next final match of Italy vs England. I guess that Italy will be the champion of this league based on the history. We know that Italy with England in the same match for the competitive league or world cup have been 9 times. Italy won 7x,  lose 1x, and tie1x. So in this league, they have met for 10 times, whether they add the win score or lose. We wait for the match..

But historical analysis cannot always be considered.
There are different eras, different players and different game styles.

Today England and Italy are playing in a different way from their traditional style. So there can be surprises.

For long era, Italy always be better than England. Although, history showed us different game styles and players but Italy showed the result. Just waiting for several hours, We will know who will be the champion of  EURO. The spirit of this team will take them to the good result. I sure about that. The unpredictable if they dont have any historical meeting, but you can find their historical as easy as you can.

Previous results and history will have no meaning tomorrow.
The only thing that will be important is focus on the match, taking advantage of every and even the slightest opportunity and luck.
In matches like this, small details can decide.
The only thing I'm afraid of is the uneven refereeing criteria, which seems like a real danger based on the experience from the semifinals.
There will be a huge pressure of expectations on the English players and it will be very difficult for them to play this match.
I think the defense will decide.

[decodx]

Will there be any Italian fans at the stadium at all? I read somewhere that only 1000 tickets are allowed for Italians.
That is truly unfortunate and could negatively affect the Italian national team.

[BITCOIN4X]

Yesterday someone informed me that the EURO Final will be held at Wembley Stadium which is the headquarters for the England National Team, maybe that's the reason for the bookies to favor England more in their match against Italy.

That might be another reason about who is the favourite. But England and Italy have different styles of play. I prefer England to win the title and hope Italy's defense is not as good as before. In terms of players, I think England can also rely on aerial duels in front of goal mouth because some of them are tall. Foden should be the difference in the final and Kane is expected to score.

This final may be a historic one for England, because so far they have only conceded 1 goal against Denmark, Hopefully England can maintain their record

Tomorrow is the decision, we'll see what England can do at home. While I will look forward to another final match today for the Copa America.