Netherlands vs England Prediction Euro 2024

⚽ Football EURO 2024 Match Preview

⏰ 10 July 2024 - 20:00 GMT +1

🏟 Stadium: Signal Iduna Park (Dortmund)

The Netherlands have shown remarkable improvement in the knockout phase of Euro 2024 after a lackluster group stage performance. Their 2-1 comeback victory against Turkey in Berlin secured them a place in their first major tournament semi-final in a decade, and their first at the Euros since 2004. They now face pre-tournament favorites England in Dortmund.

This match marks the first encounter between these sides in a major tournament since 1996, where England won 4-1. However, the Netherlands have lost only one of the nine subsequent meetings (W4, D4). Manager Ronald Koeman will hope to leverage this record to guide his team to their first Euros final since their 1988 triumph on German soil, which included a 3-1 victory over England.

For England, this is familiar territory under Gareth Southgate, as they contest their third major tournament semi-final in four attempts. Their dramatic penalty shootout victory over Switzerland in the quarter-finals showcased their resilience, but with only one win inside 90 minutes in five matches at these finals, another tense affair seems likely.

Southgate praised his squad's "unbelievable character and resilience" after the Swiss match. England's defensive solidity is noteworthy, having not conceded multiple goals in a competitive match since their 2022 World Cup loss to France. This defensive strength could be key in their pursuit of a second consecutive Euros final appearance.

Where to watch Netherlands vs England?

📺 Link to watch Netherlands - England Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Cody Gakpo (Netherlands): Joint-tournament high of three goals, all scored in the second half.
• Bukayo Saka (England): Scored a late equalizer against Switzerland and converted in the penalty shootout.

⚡Match Facts:

• The Netherlands have lost their last three Euro semi-finals since winning in 1988.
• England have lost only one competitive match since the 2022 World Cup.
• England have reached the semi-finals in three of their last four major tournaments under Southgate.

💡Prediction: This semi-final clash between the Netherlands and England promises to be a tightly contested affair. Both teams have shown resilience and defensive strength throughout the tournament. The Netherlands' recent form and historical edge in head-to-head encounters give them confidence, but England's tournament experience under Southgate cannot be underestimated. Expect a cautious start with both teams prioritizing defensive stability. As the match progresses, individual brilliance from players like Gakpo or Saka could be decisive. The game might remain deadlocked for long periods, potentially ending in a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes, with the possibility of penalties deciding the outcome.

Betting Tips:

1. Under 2.5 goals in the match
2. Both teams to score
3. Draw after 90 minutes
4. Cody Gakpo to score anytime
5. Match to go to penalties