Netherlands FC ensures their spot in the knockout stage with a win over Austria FC, who are also hopeful for a spot in the knockout stage. Both Netherlands and Austria heads into this game with same goal, and that is to enter the knockout stage. Netherlands are currently at the top of the group standings, with four points in their campaign. Additionally, Netherlands only need one point in order to advance in the next round of the contest. On the other hand, Austria is at the third of their group, having just three points in their campaign. Despite being at the third, Austria still have a chance to advance in the next round by a win in this match. The meeting between these two teams is on June 26, 2024, at 12:00 AM (GMT+8).
Netherlands FC
The Netherlands secured a 0-0 draw against France in the European Championship, aiming to reach the knockout rounds for the eighth time in their last nine appearances. Xavi Simons’ goal in the 69th minute was ruled out for offside, but the Netherlands managed to put themselves within a whisker of the last 16. The Netherlands will secure a place in Group D’s top two if they avoid losing to Austria, guaranteeing first place if they win and France fails to deliver against Poland. If the Netherlands draw and France win, they will still finish second, with four points likely to prove enough to progress as a third-placed finisher. Since the 2014 World Cup, the Netherlands have been unbeaten in group matches at major tournaments. They won nine of 11 and scoring in each game except for Friday’s goalless encounter with Les Bleus.
Ronald Koeman has a full squad for Netherlands’ final group fixture, with Ajax striker Brian Brobbey back on the bench. Possible suspensions could open up options for Ryan Gravenberch or Georginio Wijnaldum.
Austria FC
Austria has lost seven of their last seven matches against the Netherlands, their longest ongoing sequence against a single opponent. To qualify for the last 16, ending this run may be necessary. Austria will win Group D if they take maximum points and France do not, but if they draw and Les Bleus lose, they will finish third on head-to-head record. One point would be sufficient to progress as the best third-place team and help Das Team reach the European Championship knockout rounds for the second consecutive edition. Austria’s 3-1 victory over Poland on Friday afternoon could lead to back-to-back games at a major finals for the first time since 1982, at the iconic Olympiastadion.
Austria boss Ralf Rangnick made changes to the starting XI after Poland’s victory, with Gernot Trauner and Philipp Lienhart potentially making more appearances. Christoph Baumgartner and Marko Arnautovic will lead the Austrian attack.
Prediction:
Netherlands (2.0)
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