Spain vs Italy Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | UEFA Euro 2024

The three-time Euro winners take on defending champions.

With the first round of group stage fixtures done and dusted, the focus now shifts to matchday 2 of the ongoing European championship. One of the highlights of this week will be the clash between defending European champions Italy and a highly flying Spain at the Veltins-Arena.

Spain pulled off a dominating 3-0 win over Croatia in their tournament opener with captain Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz and Daniel Carvajal finding the back of the net. It was a statement win by La Roja who have made their intentions very clear coming into the tournament.

The Gli Azzurri on the other hand fought back from behind to record a 2-1 win despite going down in the very first minute to secure all three points against Albania in their curtain raiser. Spain have not had it easy in their previous fixtures against Italy and it remains to be seen if they can change things around or will Italy continue to dominate.

Kick Off

Friday, 21 June at 12:30 AM IST

Venue: Arena AufSchalke, Gelsenkirchen

Form

Spain (in all competitions): W-W-W-D-L

Italy (in all competitions): W-W-D-W-W

Players to watch 

Lamine Yamal (Spain)

The Barcelona wonderkid showed the world that he can do what he does best even on the international stage. He was a livewire throughout the match and kept on causing problems for Croatia from the right flank. Yamal’s pace coupled with his trickery makes him a tough opposition for any team. He created a couple of big chances for Spain, including a spectacular assist for Dani Carvajal in the first half.

Nicolo Barella (Italy)

Nicolo Barella was Italy’s best man on the pitch in their comeback win over Albania last week. The Inter Milan midfielder scored a wonderful goal from outside the box to secure the points for his side. He is known for his playmaking, high pressing and pinpoint passing accuracy. Barella completed the majority of his passes against the opposition while making crucial ball recoveries.

Match facts

• Italy are undefeated in their last six games
• Spain have won three of their last four encounters against Italy
• Italy knocked out Spain to reach the final of Euro 2020

Spain vs Italy: Betting tips & Odds

• Tip 1: Spain to win – 23/20 via William Hill
• Tip 2: Alvaro Morata anytime goalscorer – +195 via FanDuel
• Tip 3: Over 2.5 goals – 6/5 via Bet365

Also read: Turkey’s Arda Guler becomes youngest player to score on his Euro debut

Injury and Team News

Both teams are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 36

Spain wins – 14

Italy wins – 12

Draws – 10

Also read: UEFA Euro 2024: Full fixtures, schedule, timing, telecast & live streaming details

Predicted Lineups

Spain Predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Unai Simón (GK); Carvajal, Le Normand, Nacho, Cucurella; Fabián Ruiz, Rodri, Pedri; Yamal, Morata, Williams

Italy Predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Donnarumma (GK); Di Lorenzo, Bastoni, Calafiori, Dimarco; Jorginho, Barella, Frattesi; Pellegrini, Chiesa, Scamacca

Match Prediction for Spain vs Italy

Spain have a score to settle with Italy from their last meeting at the European championship and they have been in really good form recently. Italy on the other hand have a better record to show against Spain at the Euros. La Roja will have an upper hand going into the game.

Prediction: Spain 3-1 Italy

Also read: Top eight favourites to win UEFA Euro 2024

Telecast Details

UK: BBC TV Sport, ITV UK

USA: Fox Sports USA English, fubo TV, VIX

Australia: Optus Australia

India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv

Nigeria: SportyTV Nigeria, Supersport South Africa

Canada: Bell Media Canada, TVA Sports

Germany: Telekom Deutschland, ARD, RTL Germany, ZDF

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