Italy vs Czech Republic: Predictions and Betting Tips

Italy

After several years of uncertainty, the Italians want to rediscover their glory days and re-establish their reputation.

Among the players called up for the Euros, Marco Verratti and Lorenzo Insigne stand out, probably the two best players in the Italian team.

Italy are currently on a seven-match winning streak.

Czech Republic

The Czechs come into this pre-Euro match with a revamped team that has performed well in the last couple of years.

The Czech Republic has had five wins, four defeats and one draw in their last ten matches.

Among the Czechs’ players to watch is 18-year-old Adam Hlozek, who has scored 16 goals in 19 appearances for Sparta Praha this season and is already being considered by top teams.

Key Stats

• Seven consecutive wins for Italy
• Italy have not conceded any goals in their last seven matches
• Five wins, four defeats and one draw for the Czech Republic in their last ten matches
• The Czech Republic have conceded at least one goal in each of their last three matches

Italy vs Czech Republic Predictions

We consider the Italian side not only to have superior individual players but also to be a team. Coupled with the fact the match will be played at home, we see the Italians as favourites to win this match. However the Czechs won’t make it easy for them as they too are a strong team.

The Italians are not a particularly high-scoring side, having won four of their past five matches with a 2-0 scoreline.The Czechs too have not seen many goals in their recent matches, with most ending in either a 1-0 win or a 1-0 defeat.