We conclude the round of 16 with two intriguing encounters on Tuesday. We take a closer look at both matches and suggest bets on the outcomes of each game.
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ROMANIA v NETHERLANDS – Click here to bet
Group E winners Romania entered the Euros as one of the lesser-fancied teams to progress beyond the group stages. Having won their group by way of goal difference, which included the likes of Belgium, Ukraine, and Slovakia, the Tricolours have certainly proven they are not just here to make up the numbers. Their campaign began with a dominant 3-0 win against Ukraine, followed by a 2-0 setback against Belgium. Requiring a point to progress beyond the group stages on match day 3, they secured a 1-1 draw against Slovakia that ensured their advancement. Aiming to ruffle more feathers as they enter the knockout stages, Romania will take on the Netherlands at the Allianz Arena in Munich this Tuesday in what should be a tightly contested round of 16 encounter, hoping to replicate their Euro 2000 quarter-final berth with a victory against Die Oranje.
Romania enter the round of 16 having averaged 1.33 goals per game in the group stages, with under 2.5 goals arriving in 67% of those encounters (2 out of 3).
Pre-tournament dark horses, the Netherlands have quietly gone about their business, yet to make a statement at the Euros, qualifying for the knockout stages by way of one of the best third-team rankings after their recent 3-2 defeat against Austria. Ronald Koeman’s men began their campaign with a 2-1 win against Poland before drawing 0-0 against the highly-fancied France on match day 2. A team not afraid to venture forward, Die Oranje have been guilty of conceding in the group stages, allowing 4 goals in 3 matches and keeping just one clean sheet—ironically, against the team most fancied to do the most damage in Group D, France. This Tuesday, they will have an opportunity to progress to the quarter-finals against a Romanian team not to be underestimated, aiming to reach a stage that has eluded them since 2008.
The Netherlands enter the round of 16 having averaged 1.33 goals per game in the group stages, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 67% of those encounters (2 out of 3).
Head-to-Head
These two sides have met 13 times in total. Unsurprisingly, the Netherlands have dominated those encounters with 9 wins, 3 draws, and 1 defeat. Their most recent encounter resulted in a 3-0 win for the Netherlands in an international friendly back in November 2017.
Betting
Romania 13/2
Draw 7/2
Netherlands 40/85
Prediction
The Netherlands go into this encounter as firm favourites at 40/85, but I don’t think it will be a foregone conclusion given what they’ve shown in the tournament thus far. Romania have conducted themselves rather impressively in Germany, and it wouldn’t surprise me in the least if this fixture required extra time to separate these two teams in what should be a closely contested matchup.
Suggested Bet: Double Chance, Romania/Draw at 16/10
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AUSTRIA v TURKEY – Click here to bet
After finishing atop Group D, Austria will face Turkey at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig this coming Tuesday. Das Team started their campaign with a disappointing 1-0 defeat to France but quickly bounced back impressively with consecutive victories against strong opponents: first, a 3-1 win against Poland, followed by an even more impressive 3-2 result against the Netherlands. Under the guidance of Ralph Rangnick, Austria has emerged as genuine contenders despite only making their third appearance at the Euros. Their well-balanced squad and attacking prowess, led by players like Marco Arnautovic and Marcel Sabitzer, will be crucial as they aim to continue rewriting Austrian football history. Having already matched their highest finish at a European Championship, they now target their first-ever quarter-final appearance, knowing that Turkey stands between them and this achievement.
Austria enter the round of 16 having averaged 2 goals per game in the group stages, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 67% of those encounters (2 out of 3).
After finishing second in Group F with 6 points, Turkey will face Austria at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig this coming Tuesday in the round of 16. The Crescent-Stars began their campaign with a convincing 3-1 victory over Georgia, followed by a devastating 3-0 loss to Portugal. Turkey then secured their place in the knockout stages with a hard-fought 2-1 win against the Czech Republic, marking only their third time advancing beyond the group stages in this competition. Turkey’s open style of play has been refreshing but has also been their Achilles’ heel in the past, as evidenced by their recent defeat to Portugal on match day 2. With Austria known for their attacking prowess, Vincenzo Montella’s side will need to either stifle their opponents or match them in an intriguing battle between two underdogs who could still make a significant impact in Germany.
Turkey enter the round of 16 having averaged 1.67 goals per game in the group stages, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 100% of those encounters (3 out of 3).
Head-to-Head
These two sides have met 17 times in total, with Austria holding the edge with 9 wins, 1 draw, and 7 defeats. Their most recent encounter ended in a decisive 6-1 victory for Austria in an international friendly back in March of this year
Betting
Austria 10/11
Draw 12/5
Turkey 33/10
Prediction
Austria appears to be a team on the rise, hitting their stride at just the right time. Ralph Rangnick’s side has scored three goals in each of their last two consecutive games. Given Turkey’s typically open approach to the game, this should work to Austria’s advantage. I expect there will be plenty of goals in this match, but I also believe the Austrians will advance to the quarter-finals with an impressive win this Tuesday.
Suggested Bet: Result and Totals, Austria and over 2.5 at 39/20
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