Hungary vs. Portugal Preview & Predictions

Last Updated on July 17, 2024 9:12 am by Gambyl Nation Editorial Team

After a year of anticipation, we can cheer on all the teams taking part in the Eurocup; this year’s tournament will be held in 12 different countries, which increases the reach of sports fans all across Europe.

Group H comprises of 2 teams that are clear candidates for the title, France and Portugal, and alongside two teams that have undergone a complete revamp, Germany and Hungary. Hungary finally returns to the tournament after a 44-year absence. The first match between Hungary and Portugal will be played this Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at the Ferenc Puskás Stadium, in Budapest.

How do Hungary and Portugal arrive?

This Hungarian team has beaten Bulgaria and Iceland in recent games and comes to this tournament with the best streak in its history of 11 consecutive games without losing. But they had no luck in the group draw and has played alongside the world champion France, the reigning European champion, Portugal, and the always dangerous Germany. We know that it will be tough for Hungary to score points, but it’s exciting to see them play after being off the world radar for so long.

In its preparation for this European Championship, the last game Hungary played was on June 8, 2021, and ended as a tie to 0 against the Irish team.

Next, you will enjoy the best moments of the last match played by Hungary:

(Video courtesy of www.youtube.com and the YouTube channel Football hun TV)

On the other hand, Portugal is the current European champion and is seeking to defend its reign in the old continent. The team is even coming to the table with players of an even higher quality than the one that won them the last European Championship, which is why those led by Fernando Santos are one of the favorites to win the trophy. They feature top-tier players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Ruben Dias, Joao Felix, Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes, and others who make Portugal fearsome for any other team at Euro 2020. The first match is the easiest, so to speak, for The selection of Portugal, that is why it must go out to ensure the result since the following matches against Germany and France will not be easy at all.

Portugal’s last preparation match was a landslide victory over Israel 4-0 with two goals: Bruno Fernandes, 1 from Cristiano, and 1 from Cancelo.

Next, you will enjoy the best moments of the last match played by Portugal:

(Video courtesy of www.youtube.com and the YouTube channel MR.CHAMPION)

Important game data

ü When is it? The game will be on Tuesday, Jun 15, 2021

ü What time is it? The game starts at 12:00 ET

ü Where? Ferenc Puskás Stadium in the city of Budapest, Hungary.

ü Where can I see it? ESPN, TUDN Radio, Sky, TSN, CTV.

Betting line for Hungary vs Portugal UEFA Euro 2020.

This first match of Group H is vital for both teams; Portugal will try to secure the 3 points and go to the games against Germany and France a little more relaxed. While Hungary will seek to surprise the group, but we know that this is most unlikely. There’s not much to analyze in this game; Portugal is vastly superior to Hungary, so our winner token is for Portugal.

• Moneyline:  +513 Hungary -227 Portugal
• Field Goals: +21/2 (-106) -21/2 (-129) 

Predictions

• Hungary: 10%
• Portugal: 70%
• Draw: 20%