The draw for the round of sixteen at Euro 2016 is all set in stone now with the group stage of the tournament having been concluded. While there were some surprises and upsets in the group stage including four of the Group Winner favourites failing to deliver, all of the stronger nations in Euro 2016 betting are still in the mix. The line up for the Euro 2016 Last 16 Betting, Odds & Predictions though probably won’t have gone as planned and predicted for a lot of punters though, with Italy, England, Belgium and Spain all having failed to win their groups.
Switzerland v Poland – June 25th
This should be one of the easier games to call in the round of sixteen betting at the Euros. Switzerland bundled their way through Group A in second place behind France, without looking a threat to anyone, scoring just the two goals in their three games. They were lucky to beat ten man Albania and then played out draws with Romania and France. Poland finished level on points with Germany in Group C, coming home second only on goal difference. The Poles look more than solid enough, not having conceded a goal yet, to win this to nil. One of the easier options in Euro 2016 Last 16 Betting, Odds & Predictions.
Croatia v Portugal – June 25th
The threat of Cristiano Ronaldo is always there to potentially inspire Portugal to grind their way through a game. They played some good attacking football in the group stage, but it was against weak opposition, all of it, and they still only managed three draws. Croatia are slick, organised and will be full of confidence after having beaten Spain 2-1 in their final group stage match to pip top spot from the reigning Champions. Croatia have better quality in most department and should edge the victory in this one, the key for them, challenging Portugal down the flanks. Croatia to win.
Wales v Northern Ireland – June 25th
A fantastic home nation clash on the cards for the round of sixteen. Wales beat out England to to spot in the group and totally tore Russia apart in their final group stage match. That should set them up well for this clash. The Welsh are unbeaten in their last five games against the Irish and will be favoured to make their way through this. Northern Ireland have grit and posted a good win over the Ukraine in the group stage, but may not have enough going forward to beat out a Welsh defence which can be tough to break. Wales to win.
Hungary v Belgium – June 26th
One of the surprise match ups because no-one really gave Hungary much hope of getting out of their group. They did and they were unbeaten too in the process. They have been surprisingly offensive and were the joint top scorers along with Wales in the group stage. There’s great spirit there from them and in a tournament which looks wide open, they may be worth a flutter to edge this. Belgium are just failing to click often enough in games and they can look pretty limp at time and indecisive in the final third of the pitch. Hungary are just direct and get on with it. Draw at 90 minutes.
Germany v Slovakia – June 26th
Just before Euro 2016 started, Slovakia went to Germany and posted a 3-1 victory over Die Mannschaft. That was a shock result and now the two of them are paired back together at Euro 2016. Germany haven’t hit their top stride at all so far in the tournament, scoring just the three goals in their Group and they could easily have lost against Poland. They haven’t conceded though and the big worry about them was their defence going into the tournament. They are in tournament mode and even with their forwards misfiring a little, they should win this one. Germany to win.
Italy v Spain – June 27th
The mouthwatering clash of the Round of Sixteen which not many people will have seen coming. This has all come about because Spain lost a 1-0 lead in their final group stage match against Croatia, ending up losing 1-0. That has raised some questions about their defence, which wasn’t good on the day. Italy were gritty and professional through their group success against Sweden and Belgium, but with chances, lost their final game against Ireland. Spain’s possession game could take the sting out of Italy, who aren’t great in the final third and chances for them could be at a premium. Spain to edge a tight battle in what is a repeat of the Euro 2012 final of course. This is the highlight of Euro 2016 Last 16 Betting, Odds & Predictions.
France v Ireland – June 26th
The host nation weren’t in top gear at any point through the group stage and needed late goals to secure wins over both Romania and Albania before playing out a dull 0-0 draw with Switzerland. Arguably they have the best squad at the Finals and still have room to improve. Ireland were aggressive against Italy in their final group stage match when they had nothing to lose and had to win to get through. Will we see that same fire and enthusiasm come the knockout stage? France are likely to have more control with Ireland probably going a little more cagey. France to win as Ireland don’t have the attacking options Les Bleus do.
England v Iceland – June 27th
So to the Three Lions who tore up the script and ended up only finishing second in their group. Like all of the major teams, they haven’t been overly convincing at any point. What they do have is attacking options and if it clicks they should progress in this one. Iceland have been gusty and they are the underdog story of the entire show (taking some limelight away from Hungary). That’s twelve consecutive games that they have scored in now and while they are likely to be on the back foot for long periods, will take some breaking down. England struggled to break down a defensive minded Slovakia and this will be a test of their creativity again. England to win though.
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