Euro 2024: Denmark x England, Match Preview, Odds, Team News and Predictions(20/06/2024)

In their second group match against Slovenia, Serbia will try to bounce back after a 1-0 setback to England. The bookmakers rate the Eagles as favorites to defeat Slovenia at Allianz Arena after a strong showing in their opener. Because of his injury, Filip Kostic should not play; Filip Mladenovic will probably fill in. Recalled to the starting lineup should also include Torino midfielder Ivan Ilic and captain Dusan Tadic.

Conversely, Matjaz Kek's forces overcame a deficit by splitting the spoils with Denmark in their first encounter. Striker Benjamin Sesko of Leipzig should continue to start up front with Panathinaikos player Andraz Sporar even if he did not score against the Scandinavians. In any case, Serbia made things tough for the star-studded Three Lions in Gelsenkirchen; hence, the away victory should be considered. Although Zan Celar and Petar Stojanovic are only one yellow card away from suspension, the home squad has no new injury concerns.

Denmark x England Republic Team News

In the past, Kasper Hjulmand has frequently switched between a back four and a back three for England, and this summer, he chose the latter. Kasper Schmeichel is the goalkeeper, while Andreas Christensen, Jannik Vestergaard, and Joachim Andersen are center-backs in this defense.

Morten Hjulman and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg were selected for the midfield position, with Christian Eriksen in front of them. Regarding rotation, there are a few obvious choices for Hjulmand to make that would enhance his team. Jonas Wind and Rasmus Hojlund formed the offensive partnership against Slovenia, with Kasper Dolberg and Yussuf Poulsen serving as reserve options.

Gareth Southgate opted for a 4-3-3 formation against Serbia, which was also effective as a 4-2-3-1. Jude Bellingham was able to advance further. There may be some uncertainty regarding Phil Foden's starting position, as he faced criticism from fans regarding his performance. Nevertheless, Southgate only made one substitution from the starting XIs in his first two games during Euro 2020, as Kyle Walker returned from injury.

Although Kieran Trippier appeared to have faltered against Serbia, he ultimately completed the game, which suggests that he should be able to continue. In conjunction with Bellingham and Rice, Trent Alexander-Arnold should remain in the midfield.

Head To Head And Previous Matches

England and Denmark have played crucial international football matches in recent years. They were drawn into the same group in the 2020 Nations League and squared off in the semi-final of the previous European Championship. The sides have enjoyed a fair competition throughout their last six encounters, with England winning three times and Denmark winning twice. These meetings have shown how competitive the Denmark-England games are.

Our Predictions

Bellingham to score  @3.75 on Sky247

It would be interesting to observe how players like Christian Eriksen—who played in only one full game for Manchester United in 2024—or recurring Tottenham substitute Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg handle having to play again after taking a few days off.

However, this match should see England win to zero since their midfield is younger, fresher, and has enough depth on the bench to keep energy levels up until the end.

The balance of Trent Alexander-Arnold beside Rice with Jude Bellingham wandering wherever he chooses will disturb the greatest teams in the world, as seen by Sunday night's international matches.

The former Birmingham City player appears a strong candidate to score again after timing his approach into the box perfectly for England's goal and scoring three goals in his past five international games after scoring 23 for Real Madrid.

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