England U17 meets with Spain U17, with aims of sealing the top spot of their group, in order to qualify for the next round. Coming into this match, this match have different importance for both squads, considering their places. England are heading into this match, with aims of sealing the top two spots of their group. A win for England in this match can make them advance in the quarterfinals of the contest, which they are aiming for. Meanwhile, Spain have been underwhelming in the contest, sitting at the bottom of their group. In fact, Spain remains to be winless in the contest, losing both of their first two matches, making them face early elimination. The meeting between these two teams is on May 28, 2024, at 1:30 AM (GMT+8).
England U17
England started their campaign with a 4-0 win over France, thanks to Mikey Moore’s brace and goals from Baylee Dipepa and Ethan Nwaneri. However, they were defeated 4-1 by Portugal, leaving them three points behind group leaders Portugal and just above France. A win would secure their spot in the quarter-finals for the second year in a row. Meanwhile a draw would be enough if France fails to beat Portugal. England U17 has played four times this U17 European Championship season, with an average of 4 goals scored and 2 conceded, and a difference of +2. Moreover, the team has played at home 15 times, with 100% of their matches scored at home. It takes England U17 an average of 15 minutes to score a goal at its home stadium.
England boss Greg Lincoln is expected to maintain a back three of Leo Shahar, Kian Noble, and Samuel Amissah. Tottenham Hotspur’s Moore will maintain his form after scoring three goals in the first two matches.
Spain U17
Spain, who have reached the knockout rounds in seven European Under-17 Championship appearances, are currently facing back-to-back defeats against Portugal and France. In their opening match against Portugal, they lost 2-1, followed by a France goal in the second match. In their final match against England, Spain lost 1-0 in Larnaca, with Enzo Molebe scoring an 86th-minute winner. To avoid their first group-stage exit since 2009, Spain must beat England. The team has won one match in away matches and has won one, lost three, and drawn zero times. They currently sit in the fourth position in the table, with 45 goals scored by both teams in away matches. Spain U17 players need about 45 minutes of game time to score away.
Spain’s Marc Bernal, a Barcelona player, will be suspended for one match due to two yellow cards. Hernan Perez may bring Guille Fernandez in midfield alongside Juan Hernandez and Quim Junyent. Joan Martinez and Adrian Anuncio are also vying for starting positions.
Prediction:
England U17 (1.5)
Odds: -0.85
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