England Vs Slovakia Match Preview, Starting Lineup & Predictions

England will face Slovakia in the Round of 16 at Euro 2024 on June 30th, with the match scheduled to start at 18:00 Germany local time.

This encounter marks a reunion between the England and Slovakia national football teams, seven years after their last meeting in the Europe Qualification Group F, which England won 2-1. The England team comes into the game with a current unbeaten streak of three matches, having recently drawn against Slovenia and Denmark.

Meanwhile, Slovakia enters the fixture following a draw against Romania last Wednesday.

 

England Vs Slovakia Starting Lineup and Live Score Updates

We are updating team formations and line-ups for England – Slovakia in real time. The teams’ starting line-ups are yet to be announced.

 

England Possible Starting Lineup

We’ll see who is going to start for England this time as they have started their recent match with:

1. 1. Jordan Pickford
   2. Kieran Trippier
   3. Marc Guehi
   4. John Stones
   5. Kyle Walker
   6. Declan Rice
   7. Conor Gallagher
   8. Phil Foden
   9. Jude Bellingham
   10. Bukayo Saka
   11. Harry Kane

 

Slovakia Possible Starting Lineup

Slovakia have started their recent match with:

1. 1. Martin Dubravka
   2. David Hancko
   3. Milan Skriniar
   4. Denis Vavro
   5. Peter Pekarik
   6. Ondrej Duda
   7. Stanislav Lobotka
   8. Juraj Kucka
   9. Lukas Haraslin
   10. David Strelec
   11. Ivan Schranz

 

Key Players Ahead of the Match: England Vs Slovakia

Ahead of the match between England and Slovakia, several key players from both teams are expected to play pivotal roles:

England

• Harry Kane: The captain and prolific striker for England, known for his goal-scoring ability and leadership on the field.
• Phil Foden: A versatile midfielder known for his creativity and goal-scoring prowess, capable of unlocking defenses with his dribbling skills and vision.
• Declan Rice: Anchors the midfield with his strong tackling, passing, and ability to dictate play, providing stability in defense and support in attack.
• Kieran Trippier: A dependable full-back known for his defensive solidity and accurate crossing, often providing assists from wide areas.
• Jordan Pickford: The goalkeeper known for his shot-stopping abilities and commanding presence in the box, crucial for organizing the defense.

Slovakia

• Milan Skriniar: A solid center-back known for his physicality and ability to read the game, pivotal in Slovakia’s defense.
• Juraj Kucka: An experienced midfielder who contributes defensively and offensively with his tackling, passing, and goal-scoring ability.
• Ondrej Duda: A creative midfielder known for his vision and ability to create chances, capable of unlocking defenses with his passing and dribbling skills.
• Martin Dubravka: The goalkeeper known for his agility and shot-stopping, crucial for keeping Slovakia’s defense organized and secure.
• Lukas Haraslin: A versatile forward who can play across the front line, known for his pace, dribbling, and ability to score crucial goals.

These players are expected to play key roles in influencing the outcome of the match, showcasing their skills and contributing to their respective team’s strategies and gameplay.

 

England Vs Slovakia Head-to-Head Records

Date	Competition	Home Team	Score	Away Team
Sep 4, 2017	Europe, Qualification, Group F	England	2 – 1	Slovakia
Sep 4, 2016	Europe, Qualification, Group F	Slovakia	0 – 1	England
Jun 20, 2016	Group B	Slovakia	0 – 0	England

 

Head-to-head Summary:

• England and Slovakia have met 3 times since June 2016.
• England have won twice, and 1 match ended in a draw.
• England have scored a total of 3 goals, while Slovakia have scored 1 goal.
• Overall, England have a better head-to-head record against Slovakia in their recent history.

 

England Vs Slovakia Recent Form Analysis

England

• England are currently on a drawing streak, having drawn with Slovenia and Denmark in their previous 2 matches. Over their last 20 matches, England have won 11 times, lost 3 times, and drawn 6 times.

In their most recent 6 matches:

• Wins:
  • 0-1 against Serbia on June 16
  • 3-0 against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 3
• Losses:
  • 0-1 against Iceland on June 7
• Draws:
  • 0-0 against Slovenia on June 25
  • 1-1 against Denmark on June 20
  • 2-2 against Belgium on March 26

Slovakia

• Slovakia enters their upcoming matches after drawing with Romania in their previous outing. Over their last 20 matches, Slovakia have won 11 times, lost 5 times, and drawn 4 times.

In their most recent 6 matches:

• Wins:
  • 0-1 against Belgium on June 17
  • 4-0 against Wales on June 9
  • 4-0 against San Marino on June 5
• Losses:
  • 1-2 against Ukraine on June 21
• Draws:
  • 1-1 against Romania on June 26
  • 1-1 against Norway on March 26

This format provides a clear breakdown of the recent form for both England and Slovakia, highlighting their wins, losses, and draws in their most recent matches and over their last 20 games.

 

Betting Tips Ahead of the Match: England Vs Slovakia

1. England to Win England comes into this match as the stronger team historically and based on recent form. Betting on England to win could be a solid choice given their strong squad and performance track record.
2. Over 2.5 Goals Both England and Slovakia have shown proficiency in scoring goals in their recent matches. Betting on over 2.5 goals could be a good option, considering their offensive capabilities.
3. Both Teams to Score: Yes Slovakia has shown they can find the net, and considering England’s attacking prowess and sometimes vulnerable defense, betting on both teams to score might offer good odds.
4. Correct Score: 2-1 to England For a more specific bet, predicting a correct score of 2-1 in favor of England could be worth considering, given their ability to score multiple goals and Slovakia’s potential to score as well.

Factors to Consider:

• Recent Form: England’s strong recent form and Slovakia’s competitive performances.
• Head-to-Head: England has a positive head-to-head record against Slovakia historically.

Always gamble responsibly and ensure to consider the latest team news, injuries, and any other relevant factors before placing bets.

 

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