Greece – Netherlands : Preview & Prediction
Greece-Netherlands is the match to watch on this European Monday. The reason is simple: if Greece wins they qualify for the European Championships and their opponents remain resoundingly out. In case of a draw everything would remain open but the Netherlands would have a much better chance of passing the round. In fact, Greece has 12 points compared to 9 for the Netherlands, which, however, has one less game. Assuming that the oranges beat Gibraltar at the last, in case of a draw in this match to qualify Greece would have to score more points than the Netherlands but having to face France at home, while the opponents would have Ireland. All this is to say that it is almost all or nothing for Greece, so it will certainly not go for a draw. The Hellenes have won a crucial match in Ireland and can afford to dream: their level is significantly lower than their opponent’s, but the Netherlands lacks a top striker. There is Weghorst, who has scored only 3 goals in the calendar year, however: Greece has Pavlidis, already 10 goals in 8 Eredivisie matches with AZ, and Giakoumakis, who is playing in MLS but scores almost as much as his partner. The Netherlands might be satisfied with a draw, so we expect a game with inertia on the Greek side and a compact Dutch national team.
Greece beat Ireland 2-0 away in their last meeting.
If Greece wins they will qualify for the European Championships by outclassing the Netherlands.
The first leg ended 3-0 for the Netherlands.
The Netherlands is struggling in attack and lacks a heavy international center forward.
Greece – Netherlands : Betting Tips
Netherlands – Win Odds: 2.25
