The Football Punned It Euro Predictions
We've teamed up with The Football Punned it to find some selections for you over the course of the Euro's.
Hello and welcome to the start of my coverage for the Euro’s.
This is not a strict tipster service, but I do give some thoughts and analysis that can help you make some smart bets along the way.
My name is Reece and I’m the Football Punned It…
And I’ll be giving you painful dad jokes and stats that can help you win at the Euro’s.
1.5pts Spain 15+ total shots vs Croatia at 21/20
“So many shots on goal it S’painful to watch for Croatian fans”
(I told you the dad jokes were painful)
Spain are riding a hot streak, having crushed Andorra 5-0 and Northern Ireland 5-1 in June friendlies, and holding Brazil to a draw in March. Historically, Spain has had Croatia's number, winning six of their last ten encounters, including a dramatic penalty-shootout victory in the 2022-23 UEFA Nations League final.
One thing to note with Spain is that they have quite wisely veered away from focusing solely on possession and dominating the ball. There is much more verticality and diversity in Spain’s approach these days.
That doesn’t mean they’re going to play Dycheball by any means, but their injection of pace with Yamal and Williams out wide, and more aggressive forward passing should lead to some entertaining football for the neutral.
Williams progressive carries and take-ons highlighted above show a new pace and bravery going forward for Spain and could be a difference maker this tournament.
With this change in philosophy, also comes with a little more freedom for the players to take a pot shot and not pass it into the net. That should help them tally up more shots over the 90 than previous history suggests.
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We have Spain as one of our dark horses and if you’re not convinced tonight’s performance might help nudge you over the line. We also have an amazing 40/1 shout for player of the tournament!