In what is regarded as the weakest of the last-16 ties, a tight tussle is expected between Sweden and Ukraine. However, slight preference is for the Scandinavians, who beat Switzerland at this point in the 2018 World Cup and impressed more during the group stage of this event.
Sweden only need a draw to make sure of a top-two finish from Euro 2020 Group E and we reckon they can grind out that result versus Poland in Saint Petersburg. Janne Andersson’s well-drilled side are unbeaten in seven matches this year, conceding just one goal in those contests.
Sweden rode their luck at times when drawing with Spain but are still fancied to build on that gutsy effort by beating Slovakia. The Falcons kicked off their Euro 2020 Group E campaign by upsetting 10-man Poland but are rated inferior to their next opponents on overall form.
All the evidence suggests Spain should be too strong for Sweden on home turf in Seville in the opening round of Euro 2020 Group E games. La Roja finished five points ahead of their opponents when they met in qualifying and enjoyed a more impressive Nations League campaign.
Sweden and Finland step up their preparations for Euro 2020 when facing off in a warm-up match at Friends Arena in Solna. Janne Andersson’s side boast the better recent form from March’s international break and get the nod to prevail on home turf.
If good things come to those who wait then fans of international football are in for a treat this summer at Euro 2020. The tournament was postponed due to the continent being in lockdown last year but on June 11 it is finally set to kick off. In anticipation we have looked back at how each of the 24 Euro 2020 teams qualified for the tournament.
With the UEFA Nations League now on hold until the summer, the England national team can turn its attention to the qualifying campaign for Euro 2020. Ahead of the first matches kicking off later this week, we’ve analysed data on every qualifying campaign since Euro 96 to see what might be in store for Gareth Southgate’s young side.