Slovenia v Serbia is the first of Thursday's matches in Euro 2024 and following that Denmark take on England and Spain clash with Italy
Note, odds are correct at the time of writing but are subject to change
Slovenia 3.95/1 Draw 2.95/1 Serbia 15/20
Slovenia will be more than happy with a 1-1 draw with Denmark from their opening match. They were second best for most of the first half but they grew into the game and Erik Janza levelled things up on 77 minutes.
Serbia fell behind after just 13 minutes of their first group match against England and although they steadied the ship it turned out to be a game of few thrills with England registering just 3 attempts on target to a solitary attempt from the Serbs and it finished 1-0.
The Verdict:
I expect better from Serbia than we saw against England. They have firepower and should be more adventurous in what is bordering on a must win game. I'll go with the Serbs to score 2 or more goals
Bets: Serbia total goals over 1.5 at 9/10 with BoyleSports
Denmark 47/10 Draw 26/10 England 0.67/1
Christian Eriksen gave Denmark the lead after 17 minutes of the Slovenia match but they failed to build on that advantage and were pegged back. The 1-1 draw puts them under pressure heading into this clash with the group favourites before they finish up against Serbia.
Jude Bellingham scored the only goal of the game early doors against Serbia but thereafter England made hard work of it and whilst they are in early control of the group they didn't impress as much as many of the more fancied nations.
The Verdict:
Victory would guarantee England a last 16 spot and although they didn't really impress against Serbia I think they will have enough to see off a Denmark side who let a lead slip in their opening game.
If they click, England can score in both halves.
Bets: England to score in both halves? (yes) at 2/1 with BoyleSports
Spain 23/20 Draw 22/10 Italy 2.65/1
Defending champions Italy fell behind after just 17 seconds of their first match against Albania but Alessandro Bastoni and then Nicolo Barella had them 2-1 in front after just 17 minutes. At the stage it looked set for a goal fest but Italy failed to turn the bulk of possession into chances and there was no further scoring.
Spain put a marker down with a 3-0 win over Croatia in their first action of the tournament. First half goals from Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz and Dani Carvajal. Croatia also had their chances and missed a penalty late on but Spain were value for a comfortable win.
The Verdict:
Spain were the more impressive of these two nations first time out but they know each other well and I expect this to be tight. A draw would put both times on the verge of qualification.
Bets: Match result draw at 22/10
Note, odds are correct at the time of writing but are subject to change
Note, we also have a dedicated Euro 2024 thread on our discussion forum where knowledgeable football punters from our community post their own tips and we will add anything we like in selected matches. If you would like to join in you can register for an account here
GFTG Newsletter
Subscribe to our free weekly betting mailer which will include our best and value bets below.
