Frank Christian
England secured their place in the knockout stage of Euro 2024 by finishing at the top of their group. However, concerns loom over the performance of the Three Lions as they face Slovakia in the Round of 16 clash in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday.
While they managed to top Group C, England’s lackluster display in the tournament with one win, two draws, and just two goals scored has raised doubts among fans and the media. There are calls for changes in the team lineup, leaving uncertainty about Gareth Southgate’s decisions heading into this crucial match.
Slovakia, on the other hand, qualified as part of the Group E, which ended with all teams tied on four points. The Falcons secured a third-place spot based on goal difference.
Prediction and Odds
- Moneyline Lean: England (-225)
- Score Prediction: England 1-0 Slovakia
England’s struggle in scoring goals contrasts with their solid defensive performance under Southgate’s strategy. Slovakia has also faced challenges scoring against teams with defensive weaknesses. While England’s victory seems likely, a failure to score could lead to a tight match and potentially penalties.
| BetMGM (USA) |
|
| England Win | -225 |
| Draw | +320 |
| Slovakia Win | +675 |
| Both Teams to Score | Y: +130 N: -190 |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | O: +105 U: -145 |
| England to Advance | -500 |
| Slovakia to Advance | +360 |
Match Information
- Date: Sunday, June 30, 2024
- Kickoff Time: 6 p.m. local (12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT)
- Location: Veltins-Arena (Gelsenkirchen, Germany)
- Referee: Halil Umut Meler (TUR)
- Last Meeting: England 2-1 Slovakia (Sep. 4, 2017 | UEFA World Cup Qualifying)
Best Bet
- Pick: Under 2.5 Total Goals
- Odds: -145 (BetMGM)
England’s offensive struggles, particularly in the attacking midfield role, may hinder their performance. Tactical adjustments, including potential changes in the lineup, are crucial for England to create more scoring opportunities. Slovakia will also need to improve their goal-scoring capabilities to challenge England.
Prop Bet
- Pick: Cole Palmer to Score or Assist a Goal
- Odds: +125 (FanDuel)
Cole Palmer’s impact in limited minutes during Euro 2024 highlights his potential to influence the game positively. Southgate’s decision to give him a more significant role could be instrumental for England. Alternatively, players like Phil Foden and Bukayo Saka have been vital in creating attacking opportunities for England.
Live Stream and TV Channel
| TV Channel | Streaming | |
| USA | FOX, TUDN, Univision | Fubo, Fox Sports GO, TUDN app/website, Univision NOW, ViX |
How to Watch the Match
The match will be shown on various channels around the world. Here are the details for different countries:
| Country | TV Channels | Streaming Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | TSN (1, 4, 5), CTV, TVA Sports | TSN+, TVA+ |
| UK | ITV1, STV | ITVX, STV Player |
| India | Sony Ten 2, 3 | Sony LIV, JioTV |
In the United States, FOX will broadcast the match, and you can stream it on Fubo with a free trial. Additionally, TUDN and Univision offer a Spanish-language broadcast available on Fubo as well.
Canadian viewers can watch the game on TSN channels, CTV, and TVA Sports with a French-language broadcast available.
In the UK, ITV will televise the match, with streaming available on ITVX.
Viewers in India can tune in to Sony Ten network or stream the game on JioTV.
