Holders England will be looking to bounce back from their 2-1 defeat to France in their opening game of Group D at the UEFA Women's European Championships in Switzerland when they take on the Netherlands on Wednesday evening. The Dutch overcame Wales 3-0 in their group stage opener, and know that another win for themselves here would knock the Lionesses out of the competition.
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England Women vs Netherlands Women prediction: Lionesses to roar to victory?
Key stats
- England have won three of the last five H2Hs.
- Netherlands' win against Wales last time out was the first time they kept a clean sheet in nine games in all competitions.
- The previous three meetings have seen both teams score.
Correct score prediction: England Women 3-1 Netherlands Women
Given how the past few H2Hs have gone, we should expect plenty of goals in this clash between two of the heavyweights of women's international football. England have had the better of the most recent meetings, and with their place in the tournament at stake and a chance to defend their crown, head coach Sarina Wiegman will surely have them well up for this clash against her fellow Dutch counterparts.
Pre-game odds and win probability: England fancied by bookmakers
- HOME: 8/11 (1.73) – 57.9%
- DRAW: 29/10 (3.90) – 25.6%
- AWAY: 10/3 (4.33) – 23.1%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As shown by the implied probabilities, England are favourites with bookmakers to claim what would be a crucial three points. A draw is rated just above a Netherlands victory.
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Most recent H2Hs: England have the upper hand
As mentioned previously, England have won three of the previous five H2Hs, holding a slight advantage in this regard. The last three meetings have also seen both teams score, so we should expect plenty of goalmouth action at both ends.
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England Women preview: Changes expected?
England will be expected to make changes to their starting XI after a disappointing defeat to France last time out. Among the names that could come in are Niamh Charles and Ella Toone.
Predicted lineup: Hampton (GK); Bronze, Williamson, Greenwood, Charles; Walsh, Stanway; James, Toone, Hemp & Russo
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Netherlands Women preview: Could go unchanged
Unlike their opponents, the Netherlands could opt for an unchanged side after beating Wales last time out. Vivianne Miedema should start up top once again after scoring her 100th senior goal for her country.
Predicted lineup: Van Domselaar (GK); Casparij, Jansen, Buurman, Brugts; Groenen, Kaptein; Pelova, Van de Donk, Roord & Miedema
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Player to watch: Ella Toone
Perhaps surprisingly, Ella Toone was dropped to the bench for England for their game against France despite scoring a brace in the Lionesses' 7-0 demolition of Jamaica just before the tournament started. She was replaced by Lauren James, who has only just come back from injury.
However, given England's disappointment of losing to France, Wiegman could be tempted to bring Toone straight back in. The Manchester United attacking midfielder scored a total of five goals and made a further two assists in the Women's Super League (WSL) this season.