Croatia and Spain are no strangers to deep runs at major international tournaments, but only one will reach the quarterfinals at Euro 2020. Both finished second in their respective groups and both will fancy their chances to advance. Read our Croatia vs Spain prediction, preview and how-to-watch guide to prepare for this tantalizing matchup.
As the reigning world champion, France has all the pressure in the world. Even after finishing first in the group of death, fans are expecting more from Les Bleus. The question will be: Can Switzerland slow down the world champions or will Didier Deschamps’ side finally click into full gear. Here’s how we think it’ll go down with The18’s France vs Switzerland prediction, preview and how to watch guide.
The Netherlands is flying high after a perfect group stage that saw the Dutch score more goals (8) than any other team. The Dutch look to atone for their past failures in 2016 and 2018. Standing in the way of a ticket to the quarterfinals is a feisty Czech Republic team that looks to play spoiler. Read on for our Netherlands vs Czech Republic prediction, preview and viewers guide.
Denmark is fighting for something bigger than tournament success and has the strength of an entire nation behind the team. Denmark will look to do Christian Eriksen, who suffered a cardiac arrest in Denmark's opening game, proud in the Round of 16, while Wales will look to recreate the magic of 2016 when the team made a remarkable run to the semifinal. The opening Round of 16 game of Euro 2020 kicks off this weekend.
The top-ranked team in the world takes on the top all-time international goal scorer in men’s soccer in Seville, Spain. Our Belgium vs Portugal prediction, preview and viewer’s guide will prepare you for what could be the match with the most overall talent of any game at 2020 Euro.
Italy is hoping this is the start of a new golden generation after missing the World Cup three years ago; Austria is hoping its current golden generation can reach the Euro quarterfinals for the first time ever. The Euro 2020 Round of 16 continues with the top team from Group A against the runner-up from Group C. Read on for our Italy vs Austria prediction, preview and viewers guide.
The end of the group stage at a major international tournament is always a bittersweet moment. No longer are we treated to a feast of two-to-four matches per day, but with the knockout rounds beginning you’re left with the best teams going head-to-head in win-or-go-home matches. With that in mind, here are The18’s Euro 2020 Round of 16 predictions for the eight matches we can’t wait to watch.
The European Championship is entering its knockout phase and the following is an overview of the remaining 16 teams:
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England has finished top of Euro 2020 Group D with a 1-0 victory over the Czech Republic on Tuesday night at Wembley. That result means that the Three Lions will host the Group F runner-up next Tuesday in London. That’ll almost certainly be one of France, Germany or Portugal.
If France beats Portugal and Germany beats Hungary tomorrow, it’s Germany. Can England prevail?
Manchester City has officially started going after last season's Premier League leader in goals and assists, Harry Kane. Even though Tottenham doesn't want to move on from Kane, the 27-year-old has reportedly expressed his wishes to be gone. Man City reportedly sent Spurs an original offer of around $140 million guaranteed with an opportunity to swap players.