LiontipsPortugal vs France. Prediction and Betting Tips for Euro 2020 (June 23, 2021).
Command Analysis
Portugal lost to France in the League of Nations, but not without a fight. At Euro 2020, the teams found themselves in the same group again. Fernando Santos' team definitely had plans to reach the playoffs, at least from the third line - and at the moment, the situation remains under control. A 3:0 victory over Hungary in the first round helped the Portuguese come closer to the playoffs.
A point in a game against Germany would have guaranteed the Selection a spot in the playoffs. The start of the match was successful for Portugal - Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring. However, already in the first half, the Germans responded with two goals, and in the second half, they scored two more. Portugal might leave the tournament after the group stage - now everything depends on the game of the third round.
After winning the World Cup, France just keep going: Didier Deschamps' team won the League of Nations and successfully started qualifications for the World Cup. Their start at Euro 2020 was also very solid - the French took three points from Germany thanks to an own goal by Mats Hummels. Three points practically guaranteed France a spot in the playoffs, given that the next game was against Hungary.
France were the undisputed favourite and many expected their confident victory. However, the game went very differently: unpredictably, Hungary scored first and played very bravely against the world champions. As a result, the French got a 1:1 draw. They didn't really try, being satisfied with one point.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 1:1
This score was recorded in two of the last three H2H games at the European Championships.
СтавкаPortugal to score in 1st half
Portugal have scored in the first half in two of their last three games.
СтавкаFrance to score in 1st half
France have scored in the first half in three of their last four games.
СтавкаCristiano Ronaldo to score
The Portuguese striker has scored in the last three games.
Tip and bets
The Portuguese national team had a bad game against Germany. The game was practically equal, but Portugal conceded three very similar goals, which revealed the problems of the Portuguese defense. France has a powerful attack, maybe the strongest on the continent, and they will use their scoring chances. On the other hand, Portugal are very motivated, and will not leave the actions of the French unanswered.
Our prediction - total over two goals.
France play very pragmatically at the group stage - even in a game against Hungary, who ar objectively weaker, the French did not take risks. Considering that France have already secured a spot in the playoffs, they probably won't change the approach. A draw suits both teams, and it is very likely, that the game will be tied.
Our second bet - draw.
For those who prefer higher odds, we offer to bet on the correct score of 1:1.
