UEFA Euro 2020/2021

The 2020 edition of the Euros is bound to kick off on the 12th of June, 2021. After a long delay, the tournament is back and packed with all the stars from the world of football. As a result, betting circles are hearing the noise and filling up sheets to name their favorites for the tournament. So who are you siding with? Is it the power-packed squad of England? Or the unstoppable force of France? Regardless, you need a complete guide of all the tips and predictions that can help you get started.

So move forward and get started on exploring betting tips, odds, predictions, and a lot more.

Introduction to Euro Cup

The 60th anniversary of the European Championships is going to be different from what it was all these years. Instead of one country, the event is going to be held across 12 different European countries. Some of these countries will play group stage matches and others will draw the line with starring roles in hosting the biggest matches of the tournament. 24 teams have qualified for the competition, which is set to take place in six groups of four. As a result, the top two from each group will move ahead into the knockout stage along with the four best third-placed teams.

The knockout format will begin with the round of 16 and will conclude with the final in London. With each team proving to bring their best, it is up to the odds to make matters happen and help you get an idea of everything.

What are betting odds?

Sports betting odds are nothing but a display of probability. This particular display will refer to an outcome and will be presented in a fractional or decimal form. Going by the odds, we can make better predictions and stand closer to a particular outcome. For the Euros, it is better to go by fractional odds as they are the preferred mode of representation. For example, if Spain is favored to win the tournament at 10/1 odds, it means that £10 profit can be gained for every £1 staked.

Moreover, if the number on the left-hand side is smaller than the one on the right-hand side, the bet will be thus referred to as odds-on. Whereas, if it is the opposite, it will be known as odds-against. And finally, if it’s equal, it will be known as evens.

Now that we know what odds look like, it’s time to place the same with regard to the Euros and help you get your predictions right.

1. The Winner

A tough competition like the Euros is not easy to predict. One must consider the team, recent form, and other related aspects that help you get an idea of the outcome. So if one were to put all those aspects together, the teams that are favored to win would be the following.

a. England

Manager: Gareth Southgate

Squad: Dean Henderson, Sam Johnstone, Jordan Pickford, Ben Chilwell, Conor Coady, Reece James, Harry Maguire, Tyrone Mings, Luke Shaw, John Stones, Kieran Trippier, Kyle Walker, Jude Bellingham, Jordan Henderson, Mason Mount, Kalvin Phillips, Declan Rice, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Phil Foden, Jack Grealish, Harry Kane, Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, Jadon Sancho & Raheem Sterling.

Odds: 4/1

The three lions squad is packed with all that talent that you need to win the Euro 2020. While Trent Alexander-Arnold was a part of the squad, a recent thigh injury has ruled him out of the tournament. However, that has not stopped the odds from favoring England. The team has top goal scorers, Champions League Winners, Premier League winners, and whatnot.

b. Belgium

Manager : Roberto Martinez

Squad : Thibaut Courtois, Simon Mignolet, Matz Sels, Toby Alderweireld, Dedryck Boyata, Jason Denayer, Thomas Vermaelen, Jan Vertonghen, Timothy Castagne, Nacer Chadli, Yannick Carrasco, Kevin De Bruyne, Leander Dendoncker, Thorgan Hazard, Thomas Meunier, Dennis Praet, Youri Tielemans, Hans Vanaken, Axel Witsel, Michy Batshuayi, Christian Benteke, Jeremy Doku, Eden Hazard, Romelu Lukaku, Dries Mertens & Leandro.

Odds: 13/2

Belgium are favorites to land on top in Group B and their squad is equipped to do so. The odds of 13/2 do speak a lot about the team that includes the likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Eden Hazard. As a result, the Red Devils can pose a serious threat to the rest of the squad and every other team needs to be aware of the same.

c. France

Manager : Didier Deschamps

Squad : Hugo Lloris, Steve Mandanda, Mike Maignan, Raphaël Varane, Jules Kounde, Lucas Digne, Benjamin Pavard, Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, Clément Lenglet, Kurt Zouma, Léo Dubois, Paul Pogba, Moussa Sissoko, N’Golo Kanté, Adrien Rabiot, Corentin Tolisso, Olivier Giroud,Antoine Griezmann, Kylian Mbappé, Kingsley Coman, Thomas Lemar, Ousmane Dembele, Wissam Ben Yedder, Karim Benzema & Marcus Thuram.

Odds: 5/1

It’s quite hard to ignore the power-packed squad of France and not vote for them to win the tournament. The return of Karim Benzema, the hard-working N’Golo Kante, and Kylian Mbappé, who is a potential target for being the best in the world, is not something that cannot get you a trophy.

d. Portugal

Manager : Fernando Santos

Squad : Anthony Lopes, Rui Patricio, Rui Silva, João Cancelo, Nelson Semedo, José Fonte, Pepe, Ruben Dias, Nuno Mendes, Raphael Guerreiro, Danilo Pereira, João Palhinha, Rúben Neves, Bruno Fernandes, João Moutinho, Renato Sanches, Sergio Oliveira, William Carvalho, Pedro Goncalves, Andre Silva, Bernardo Silva, Cristiano Ronaldo, Diogo Jota, Gonçalo Guedes, João Felix & Rafa Silva.

Odds: 10/1

A close look at the 26-man Portugal squad and you are bound to understand that Christiano Ronaldo is backed by enough talent to get him and his national team moving into the finals. Thanks to that, an impressive 10/1 helps to capitalize on things and reduces the gap between the team and the final.

e. Germany

Manager: Joachim Low

Squad : Bernd Leno, Manuel Neuer, Kevin Trapp, Matthias Ginter, Robin Gosens, Christian Gunter, Marcel Halstenberg, Mats Hummels, Lukas Klostermann, Robin Koch, Antonio Rudiger, Niklas Sule, Emre Can, Leon Goretzka, Ilkay Gundogan, Kai Havertz, Jonas Hofmann, Joshua Kimmich, Toni Kroos, Florian Neuhaus, Serge Gnabry, Thomas Muller, Jamal Musiala, Timo Werner, Leroy Sane & Kevin Volland.

Odds: 8/1

Germany is not behind and is certainly not a squad that you can ignore. The team includes some of the best players in the world and can easily snap European glory by qualifying to the finals. Due to that, you need to set your targets right and look out for Germany since they are more than capable of pulling out surprises.

2. Top Goalscorer

When it comes to the top goalscorer, there is a lot that one has to look into. Each squad is filled with at least two players who could potentially score the most number of goals and take their squad to the final. But who among them is the best? Well, let’s go ahead and find out.

a. Harry Kane

Odds – 5/1

The Premier League’s top goalscorer needs no introduction as he managed to score 23 goals in 35 matches. While his team, Tottenham Hotspur, did not have a good season, Harry Kane managed to make the most of it and remain in good form ahead of the Euros. Thanks to that, he is predicted to be the top goalscorer of the tournament and the odds seem to say so.

b. Cristiano Ronaldo

Odds – 9/1

Regardless of the tournament or league, CR7 cannot be out of the picture. While he was unfortunate to get injured in the Euro 2016 Final, he was the main reason why his team got to the final, which they eventually won. Moreover, he has a good track record with the Euros and recent figures in Serie A also states that Ronaldo is not stopping anytime soon. As a result, CR7 is a safe bet and you can certainly make it count.

c. Romelu Lukaku

Odds – 8/1

Bookies have always favored Lukaku and the situation seems to be the same ahead of Euro 2020. The Belgium striker has the odds in his favor and looking into the same will help you get your money rolling. Thanks to his recent impact with Serie A club Inter Milan, Lukaku seems to be in good form and will certainly cause enough damage to any team that is going against Belgium.

d. Kylian Mbappe

Odds – 9/1

Apart from having a balanced squad, France is also gifted with some of the best strikers in the world. Kylian Mbappe is certainly one among them and is often being compared to the greatest players the sport has ever seen. Thanks to all that, odds seem to favor him and without a shred of doubt, you can rely on this goal-scoring machine to help you get your money’s worth.

Euro 2020: Tips That You Need to Know

With the added knowledge of odds, the next thing that you need is a few tips. Considering the nature of the Euros, one can certainly say that anything could happen. The favorites might go down and surprises might pop up. So to control that level of risk, you need the following tips.

1. Betting where there is value

As you start betting, you are bound to keep receiving odds as they pop up one after the other. But you should never go behind the first odds that you find. You should always consider the most popular bookmakers in the business and compare the odds. In this manner, you will find odds with value and these are the kind of areas where you need to place your money.

2. Recording your bets

You might have a good memory. But to be on the safer side, it is always ideal to record your bets. Since profits and losses are essential, you need a proper record that covers every action that you make and every bet that you have placed. With this past history in hand, you can look towards a confident future and not repeat the same old mistakes.

3. The importance of research

Reading, observing, and analyzing are essential aspects of betting in Euros. For this purpose, you can cover more articles of this sort, listen to sports commentaries and keep track of the national squads. By doing so, you will be up to date with the season and every single move that is going to create an impact.

4. Signing up for several bookmakers

In order to raise the odds and keep them under your system, it is better to sign up for several bookmakers. Opting for one might not help you get a lot covered and thus, several is the answer that you have been looking for. By making the process beneficial, you will begin to head in a proper direction.

FAQs about Euro 2020

1. Who are the favorites for Euro 2020?

Several bookmakers have so far listed England as their favorites to claim the throne. However, the odds against other teams have not disappeared and there is a lot to look into that area as well. While England remains on the top, France and Belgium follow up with a close second and third.

2. Is online betting safe?

Placing bets with registered and licensed online bookmakers is not going to be a problem. As a result, there is nothing to worry about on this front as long as your placing bets with the right bookmaker.

3. Where do I watch Euro 2020?

Sports channels will always have live matches being broadcasted on their channel. Moreover, top bookmakers will also have live streaming options and you can very well go ahead and explore the same.

4. Which is the home team at Euro 2020?

Euro 2020 is not going to be the same old tournament because it is going to be held in 12 host cities across the continent. Due to that, there is not going to be an individual ‘home team’. As a result, a single team will not have a home advantage throughout the complete tournament.

5. Why is the tournament called Euro 2020 while it is going to take place in 2021?

One of the biggest doubts about Euro 2020 is the fact that it is called 2020 and is taking place in 2021. So to get this cleared, you need to know that the UEFA tournament was initially scheduled between June to July 2020. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the tournament had to be pushed and is now being held between June to July 2021.