The Netherlands u19s will take on England u19s in the final group stage match of the Under-19 European Champions on Friday, 20 June, and plenty is on the line.
Although the young Dutch side have already secured qualification to the knockout stages of the competition, England still have work to do if they are to join them.
After two group games, the Three Lions are on two points but know that a win would be enough to qualify for the semi-finals.
Ahead of kick-off, check out our Netherlands u19s vs England u19s prediction below.
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Netherlands u19s vs England u19s prediction: Expect plenty of goals
Key stats
- A total of 14 goals have been scored across England's two matches at the Under-19 Euros.
- Three or more goals have been scored across two of the Netherlands' last three matches.
- Both teams have scored in both of England's matches at the tournament.
Correct score prediction: Netherlands u19s 1-2 England u19s
England have a big job on their hands to overcome the Netherlands, but there is every chance that the Dutch management team will rest key players with a place in the semi-finals as group winners already secured. England have more incentive to win, and that is usually key in matches like this.
Pre-game odds and win probability: No odds available at present
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- DRAW: N/A
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*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
At the time of writing, there are no odds available for the match between the Netherlands u19s and England 19s, but the bookies are expected to price the match closely. Both teams started the tournament among the favourites to win it and there is every chance they could meet again in the final.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage England
Another reason why we're predicting an England win is due to their recent record against their Dutch counterparts. Due to the nature of youth football, it isn't worth looking back too far, but they did meet in October 2024, and the Three Lions ran out as emphatic 4-1 winners. What they would give for an identical result on Friday.
Netherlands u19s preview: Changes are expected
With the Netherlands u19s already through to the semi-finals, changes are expected. There is no need to risk some of their best players with bigger matches to come so some of the fringe players, including Kasper Boorgard and Sven van der Plas, could get a chance from the start.
Predicted lineup: Heerkens (GK), Read, Ugwu, Janse, Van der Plas, Land, Boogard, Oufkir, Smit, Panneflek, Konadu
England u19s preview: Riding a huge wave of momentum
England may have only drawn with Germany last time out, but the fact that they came back from four goals down to secure the point means they come into this match feeling extremely good about themselves. There are no fresh injury concerns in the camp, so the eleven players who completed the comeback against Germany should start this one.
Predicted lineup: Setford (GK), Kporha, Abott, Mfuni, Meghoma, Dyer, Young, King, Russell-Denny, Derry, Wheatley
Player to watch: Ethan Wheatley
Ethan Wheatley is one of the most well-known players in the England squad as he has made a handful of appearances for the Manchester United first team in recent times. Given their problems at the top of the pitch, Wheatley will be keen to impress during this tournament to give Ruben Amorim something to consider ahead of the new season.