After close to two weeks of thrilling football, the Euro 2024 group stage is over.
We have been treated to some stunning matches in Germany, with the odd shock thrown in for good measure.
But all the big hitters remain in contention and ahead of the knockout stage, it is time to take a look at how the favourites’ odds are shaping up here at NetBet.
Euro 2024 Last 16 Fixtures
Switzerland vs Italy
Germany vs Denmark
England vs Slovakia
Spain vs Georgia
France vs Belgium
Portugal vs Slovenia
Romania vs Netherlands
Austria vs Turkey
England – 4.50
Despite a lacklustre group campaign, England remain the favourites to win Euro 2024.
The Three Lions scraped past Serbia with a 1-0 win before a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark which saw the team heavily criticised.
Before their final match against Slovenia, Gareth Southgate’s side had already secured a spot in the last 16 but they could not build on that positive, turning in another woeful performance to draw 0-0 with just four shots on target.
If England want to win the Euros for the first time, or even get close to lifting the trophy, big improvements are required. Up next, Slovakia.
Spain – 5.00
Prior to the tournament, Spain were not really tipped as one of the big favourites.
But they have taken Euro 2024 by storm, securing top spot in their tough-looking group with a game to spare thanks to a 3-0 win against Croatia and a 1-0 victory over Italy. They then rested players against Albania but still had the strength to triumph 1-0 and bag maximum points.
Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams have dazzled in attack, while Rodri, Pedri and Fabian Ruiz have formed a lethal midfield trio that will concern every other side left in the competition.
La Roja’s perfect blend of experience and youth could see them add another trophy to the cabinet. The best team of the tournament so far and Georgia face a huge mountain to climb in order to reach the last 16.
France – 6.50
Given their pedigree, France can be forgiven for a slow(ish) start to Euro 2024.
Les Bleus beat Austria 1-0 in their group opener before a 0-0 with the Netherlands in what was an unconvincing performance without captain and star man Kylian Mbappe.
And even Mbappe’s masked return against Poland, which included a strike from the penalty spot, was not enough for victory as the French had to settle for a 1-1 draw and second place in the group behind Austria.
But with the array of talent available to boss Didier Deschamps, from world-class defenders to fleet-footed attackers, France are still the team to beat. Although a last-16 tie against Belgium is far from ideal for Les Bleus.
Germany – 6.50
The hosts nearly surrendered top spot in their group but a stoppage-time strike from Borussia Dortmund striker Niclas Fullkrug secured a 1-1 draw against Switzerland.
Julian Nagelsmann’s side were imperious in their first two matches, thrashing Scotland 5-1 before defeating Hungary 2-0.
Bayern Munich starlet Jamal Musiala had been the standout performer for Germany thus far, netting two goals and further elevating his already lofty status in the footballing world.
The four-time world champions are beginning to look like the real deal and will be tough to stop on home soil. Do not rule out a Denmark upset on Saturday, though.
Portugal – 7.50
Portugal also secured top spot in their group in just two matches thanks to wins over the Czech Republic and Turkey.
Roberto Martinez’s side needed a stoppage-time goal to beat the Czechs but were far more convincing against Turkey, winning 3-0.
The 2016 champs look a formidable outfit, particularly with Bruno Fernandes at the peak of his creative powers.
A 2-0 defeat to Georgia in their final group match with a second-string team should not leave too much lasting damage.
Other Outright Odds
Netherlands – 13.00
Italy – 17.00
Austria – 19.00
Belgium – 34.00
Switzerland – 34.00
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