In the 2023 UEFA Euro U-21 Championship on Saturday (July 8), England U21 and Spain U21 compete for the title of European U-21 champions.
The Young Lions secured their place in the championship contest with a convincing 3-0 victory over Israel in the semifinal. A penalty that Morgan Gibbs-White missed in the 17th minute was converted just before halftime to break the tie. Cole Palmer , a midfielder for Manchester City, stole the show with a goal and two assists to propel his team to victory.In contrast, Spain’s victory over Ukraine in the semifinals was much more resounding. In the 14th minute, Artem Bondarenko shockingly gave the Ukrainians the lead, but La Rojita immediately fought to take the lead inside ten minutes. The Iberians eventually won 5-1 thanks to five different players tallying goals.
To surpass Italy as the most successful team, Spain have to win their sixth U-21 Euro championship. While this is going on, England is going for their third championship and first since defeating Spain in 1984.
Key stats for England U-21 vs. Spain U-21
1) Spain have won two and drawn two of their last five games against England.
2) England are yet to concede in the tournament and are looking to become the first team to win the tournament without conceding since Spain in 1984.
3)Just two of the last seven finals have had goals at both ends, with both games involving Spain (in 2013 and 2019). 4) England are contesting an U-21 Euro final for the first time in 14 years.
5) Spain have not kept a clean sheet in three games, conceding beyond the 80th-minute mark twice.
Prediction for Spain U21 vs. England U21
Spain’s U-21 team is known for excelling in the Euro tournament, and they only need one more victory to prove their status as pre- tournament favorites. Santi Denia’s team has faced challenges along the way but now faces their toughest test in the final.
England U21 has arguably been the standout team in the tournament. They entered with low expectations but have grown throughout the competition, relying on their strong defense as the foundation for their success.
However, history might work against Lee Carsley’s team as they go up against a side that has won three of the last six editions. Both teams have plenty of talented players and believe they have a good chance of winning. Nevertheless, Spain’s track record gives them a slight advantage, which could lead them to a narrow victory.
Prediction: England 1-2 Spain.
Tips for the England vs. Spain U21 matchup
Spain U21 to win in the opening bet
Rule two: Both teams to score
Suggestion 3: Over 2.5 goals
Tip 4 – Highest Scoring Half: Second half