Last Updated on July 17, 2024 9:12 am by Gambyl Nation Editorial Team
UEFA Euro 2020 begins with a thrilling match between the Italian national team and the Turkish national team. Both teams belong to group A of Euro 2020 and will be accompanied by Switzerland and Wales. While it’s true that Italy is the favourite to win Group A, Turkey has an excellent chance, and we know they’ll put up a worthy battle, making this a very exciting match.
The game will be played today, Friday, June 11, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. ET.
How do Italy and Turkey arrive?
The Italian national team has been undefeated in official matches since September 2018; this is due in part to the excellent tactical approach from their coach Roberto Mancini. The key to the success of the Italian team has always been their great defense, and this’s what they have shown during their last 13 games, only giving up 2 goals.
Before facing this Euro 2020, their last game was against the Czech Republic last Friday, June 4, 2021, where the Italians beat them 4-0. Italy had 63% ball possession in this match, 17 goal opportunities created, and 7 shots on target. Most importantly, they managed to keep the opposing team from shooting at goal throughout the game.
Next, you will enjoy the best moments of the last match played by Italy:
(Video courtesy of www.youtube.com and the YouTube channel FIGC Vivo Azzurro – Nazionale Italiana Calcio)
For its part, the Turkish team, despite not having the same continuity and experience as the Italians, have a team running on high hopes that they can beat Italy. Their players are excellent at the distance level. Since last year, they have shown it when they managed to draw against important teams such as Germany and Croatia, while this year, they managed to defeat the Netherlands.
Turkey’s last preparation match for Euro 2020 was a victory against Moldova, this match was played last Thursday, June 3, 2021, and the final result was 2-0. In this match, Turkey was the absolute owner of the game, so much that they had a ball possession of almost 75%.
Next, you will enjoy the best moments of the last match played by Turkey:
(Video courtesy of www.youtube.com and the YouTube channel FIGC Vivo Azzurro – Nazionale Italiana Calcio)
Important game data
ü When is it? The game will be on Friday, Jun 11, 2021
ü What time is it? The game starts at 15:00 hours ET
ü Where? Olympic Stadium in the city of Roma, Italy.
ü Where can I see it? ESPN, TUDN Radio, Sky, TSN, CTV.
Betting line for Italy vs. Turkey UEFA Euro 2020.
The opening match of Euro 2020 between Italy and Turkey is a match that could define the first place of Group A. Italy comes as a favorite; their players are very experienced and have an extremely solid defensive base that, linked to a very good offense, can finish off any rival they face. While Turkey wants to surprise and beat the Italians in their debut in this Euro 2020, they must pass the defensive wall raised by Roberto Mancini. That is why our winner token is undoubtedly for Italy.
- Moneyline: -211 Italy +711 Turkey
- Field Goals: +21/2 (+110) -21/2 (-147)
Predictions
- Italy: 48.5%
- Turkey: 26.7%
- Draw: 24.8%
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