Italy – Austria : Preview & Prediction
We are now getting to the heart of the matter for Squadra Azzurra! Since the start of this Euro 2020, Italy has been one of the most impressive teams. Roberto Mancini’s team did not go into detail during the group stage. For her entry into the running, she easily disposed of Turkey (3-0). And then she was able to continue against Switzerland (3-0). Despite a large turnover on the last day, the Italian selection also beat Wales (1-0). A group stage totally under control with three wins in three matches and seven goals scored for zero conceded. It was therefore without the slightest difficulty that Italy composted its ticket for the next round. She will find the second in Pool C: Austria.
And this Austrian team should certainly not be underestimated. Franco Foda’s men dream of creating an exploit in this meeting! They also did the job during the group stage. Austria first started with a success against North Macedonia (3-1). Despite a defeat in the following match against the Netherlands (2-0), she managed to revive on the last day against Ukraine to steal second place from her opponent of the day (1-0). Six points that allow Austrian players to secure second place behind the Netherlands and return to Italy for the round of 16 of European competition. However, it is difficult to imagine Austria joining the last eight teams of this edition of the Euro.
Italy now remains on a series of 30 matches without the slightest defeat. She has not conceded a single goal for nearly 11 games. We now talk about it as one of the big favorites of this Euro 2020. Certainly, the Squadra Azzurra was able to play its first three meetings in this competition on the side of Rome. This trip to Wembley to challenge Austria does not scare him, however. Especially since Roberto Mancini has proven to have a high quality squad since the start of this event. And the Italian coach can also count on the return to form of Marco Verratti, who signed a very convincing return in the last meeting against Wales. Especially since Austria seems to be much inferior to its opponent of the day.
Franco Foda’s team was largely dominated by the Netherlands, another cador of this European competition, during the group stage (2-0). And Italy is a selection of the same standard. In full confidence, Roberto Mancini’s team should not be worried against the Austrians. She has the individualities to overcome this selection. Ciro Immobile, the star striker of Squadra Azzurra, notably scored two goals during the group stage. He therefore seems to land in great shape for the start of this final phase. Having found his starting XI for many months already, Roberto Mancini expects nothing more than a qualification in this match. The majority of prognosticators also.
Italy remains on ten successes in a row.
The Italian holders were able to breathe in the last match against Wales.
Italy had an extra day of rest. This could count at the end of the meeting.
Austria have won just two of their last six matches. This is little.
Austria qualified for the first Euro knockout stage. Lack of experience ?
We are now talking about one of the big favorites of this Euro 2020. Italy made a very strong impression during the group stage. And Squadra Azzurra now expects to get down to business. For their round of 16, Roberto Mancini’s team meet Austria at Wembley. And she will be the big favorite in this meeting. A string of successes in recent months, Italy arrives in full confidence against the Austrian players. Especially since the latter had to work during the group stage to ensure their ticket for the future. Quite the opposite of the Italian selection which was able to blow its holders during the last meeting. Enough to have recharged the batteries for the start of the final phase, and perform until the end. Victory for Italy for this new Euro forecast.
Italy – Austria : Betting Tips
Italy – Win Odds: 1.45
Both teams to score / YES – Odds: 1.70
Over 2.5 Goals – Odds: 1.70
