Denmark vs England Prediction & Betting Tips (20 June)

Denmark, semi-finalist of Euro 2021, was surprised during its first match of Euro 2024. Against Slovenia, the Danes started perfectly with a goal from Eriksen in the 17th minute. However, despite several chances, they were unable to widen the gap. In the final minutes, Slovenia equalized, leaving Denmark with a draw on their debut in the competition. In preparation for Euro 2024, the Danish Dynamites won their friendlies against Sweden 2-1 and Norway 3-1 last week. England, one of the favorites in this competition, missed their chance in of Euro 2021, losing in the final against Italy, despite having the advantage of playing at home.

Although often considered favorites in international tournaments, the English have often disappointed, notably during the last World Cup, where they were eliminated in the quarter-final by France 1-2. This year, Southgate and his men are once again among the title contenders after barely beating Serbia 1-0 in their first meeting of the competition. Despite this success, England showed a disappointing face with only one goal scored and obvious offensive shortcomings. In preparation for the Euro, the English started well by crushing Bosnia-Herzegovina 3-0, but were then surprised by a defeat against Iceland at Wembley 0-1.

Denmark must deal with several absences for the Euro. Offensively, the Danes must do without winger Daramy (Reims, 10 caps) and Skov (Hoffenheim, 14 caps), both injured, as well as attackers Isaksen (Lazio), Lindström (Naples) and Braithwaite (Espanyol, 10 goals in 69 caps), which were not selected. Defender Nelsson (Galatasaray, 12 caps) is also absent. On the other hand, the selection executives are back, notably goalkeeper Schmeichel (101 caps), captain Kjaer (AC Milan, 132 caps), central defender Christensen (Barcelona, ​​69 caps), midfielder Delaney (Anderlecht, 78 selections) and the attackers Wind (Wolfsburg) and Skov Olsen (Club Bruges). These returns are accompanied by key players like Christensen (Barcelona), Maehle (Wolfsburg), Andersen (Crystal Palace), Vestergaard (Leicester) and Kristiansen (Leicester). In midfield, Hojbjerg (Tottenham, 77 caps, 10 goals) and Eriksen (Manchester United, 130 caps, scorer in the last meeting) are present, with Hojbjerg having scored twice in the preparation matches. In attack, the young Rasmus Hojlund (Manchester United, 7 goals in 14 caps) is one of the players to watch in this team. Gareth Southgate has made significant decisions for his selection for the Euro. He chose to do without Jordan Henderson (Ajax, 81 caps), Marcus Rashford (Manchester United, 60 caps) and full-back Ben Chilwell (Chelsea) after a difficult season for these players.

Levi Colwill (Chelsea) and Callum Wilson (Newcastle) were injured too often at the end of the season to be retained. In addition, Harry Maguire (Manchester United), Jarell Quansah (Liverpool), midfielders Curtis Jones (Liverpool) and James Maddison (Tottenham), as well as Jack Grealish (Manchester City) were removed at the last minute, against all expectations. However, England can count on Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid, 30 caps), author of an exceptional season and the only English scorer in the first match of the competition. Veterans Kyle Walker and John Stones (Manchester City) will be joined by young talents Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa) and Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace). In midfield, Declan Rice (Arsenal), one of the best in his position in the Premier League, will play a central role. Offensively, the English have big names like Phil Foden (Manchester City) and Harry Kane (Bayern Munich, 91 caps, 63 goals), who had a remarkable season with Bayern Munich. Known for not having yet won a major title, Kane hopes to finally change the situation during this Euro.