Fueled by dramatic comebacks in their respective semifinals, Spain and England lock horns in a highly-anticipated Euro 2024 final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on Sunday, each team likely convinced they are on a path to destiny.
Spain secured their place in the final by fighting back from an early goal against France, with teenager Lamine Yamal and Dani Olmo on target in a 2-1 victory. Similarly, England’s journey to the final was marked by a dramatic comeback, with Harry Kane’s penalty and Ollie Watkins’ 90th-minute goal overturning an early deficit to defeat the Netherlands 2-1.
Despite entering the tournament as the bookmakers’ favourites, England will face a Spanish side that has arguably been the most impressive team at Euro 2024. Their dismantling of the French defence that had been nearly impenetrable throughout the tournament, conceding just one goal from a penalty, highlighted La Roja’s attacking talent and cohesive gameplay, qualities that have been key to their success.
Both sides’ last four heroics might suggest a goal fest at the Olympiastadion on Sunday. However, that would not be in keeping with trends in recent European Championship finals, which have tended to be tight affairs.
Three of the last five finals have featured only a single goal, with one of those matches extending into extra time. The most recent final, between England and Italy in 2020, ended in a 1-1 draw, emphasising the tense and cautious nature of these high-stakes games.
This could be another low-scoring encounter, although the expectation is that Spain’s firepower will be too much for England to handle.
Betting Tip: Spain to win the Trophy
14/07 20:00 Spain – England Spain to win the Trophy @ 1.70 (Betbonanza)
Spain are the bookmakers’ favourites for this final, and rightly so. La Roja’s performances leading up to the final have shown why they are the best team at Euro 2024.
England, meanwhile, have grown in leaps and bounds under Gareth Southgate to become consistent contenders at major tournaments and have improved in the latter stages of this tournament in getting to the final.
However, La Roja are just another level to anything the Three Lions have faced at Euro 2024. Spain’s cohesive team play and attacking prowess should see them win a record fourth UEFA European Championship title, whether in regulation time or after extra time.
Back Spain to win the Trophy at 1.70 odds on Betbonanza.
Spain vs England - Spain to win the Trophy @ 1.70
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