Slovakia vs Romania Prediction & Betting Tips (26 June)

Slovakia started its Euro campaign very well by creating a feat against Belgium with a 0-1 victory and could, from the 2nd day, against Ukraine, qualify for the round of 16 of the competition at follow. As a reminder, this selection reached the stage of the 1/8 finals in 2016 in France before going out to the group stage in 2021. The Slovaks clearly need to shine following their failure to participate in the last World Cup. major event since its independence. A little reminder also concerning the way in which Lobotka's teammates qualified for this European Championship, by finishing 2nd in their group with 22 points out of 30 possible and by winning their last three matches against Luxembourg 0-1, against Iceland 4-2 and against Bosnia in the very last place 1-2.

To prepare for the event, the Falcons won their two friendly matches against nations not qualified for this Euro, San Marino 4-0 and Wales 4-0. The majority did not expect it, but Romania exploded Ukraine on the first day 3-0 and even played its qualification last week against Belgium, having to win following its setback against this Slovakia to follow. What if the Romanians weren't the famous surprise that every international competition reveals? It's a possibility. It is always good to remember that they took first place in their qualifying group for this Euro ahead of Switzerland or Israel who will play in the Nations League A from September.

The coach made strong choices with the non-calls of Robert Mak (16 goals in 81 appearances) and defender Tomic (5 selections). These are ultimately the only two major absences to be noted in Slovakia which will in principle be able to count on its strong men who are Lobotka (Naples), Haraslin (Sparta Prague), the scorer against the Belgians Schranz (Slavia Prague), the decisive passer on this same goal Bozenik (Boavista in Portugal). The defensive sector is well stocked with the presence of Parisian Skriniar (69 caps) and Feyenoord full-back Hancko (39 caps). To first mention the absences, let us note those of Morutan (injured), Manea and Tanase (choice) all present during the friendly gathering in March. In terms of presences, how can we not mention the massive right-back Ratiu (Rayo Vallecano) or the decisive double passer against Ukraine, Dennis Man (Parma) who is already attracting envy among European clubs.

His club partner Mihaila (6 goals in SB) came off the bench during J1 in the same way as Hagi (Deportivo Alaves) and Puscas (Bari, 4 goals in the league this season). Initially announced as a replacement in the hierarchy of attackers, Dragus finally took advantage of being started at the expense of the injured Alibec to crash against Ukraine. Behind, a boy like Dragusin (Tottenham) is almost certain to start (especially if Romania needs to win or even a point to qualify).