Spain vs France prediction and betting tips - July 9, 2024 by Jack Read
Jack Read
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
On July 9 at Euro 2024 will be held the first semifinal match, the poster here is solid, between each other will play Spain - France. The prediction for the match of the mentioned national teams is made by Dailysports analysts.
Spain
Many praise Spain at this championship, the reasons are really there. "Red Fury" confidently won its group, winning all matches there, in the first meeting defeated Croatia - 3:0, then Italy - 1:0 and the second squad of Albanians - 1:0.
The team did not slow down in the playoffs, where they managed to knock out the sensational Georgians - 4:1. A serious test was in the quarterfinals, where they had to fight with the hosts of the tournament, the national team of Germany, it came down to overtime, thanks to a great goal Merino in the 119th minute managed to snatch victory with a score of 2:1.
France
The reigning world vice-champions came to the tournament as one of the favorites, although the team does not impress at the tournament. The team is heavily criticized, especially for their play in attack, no goals from play, two auto goals and one from a penalty kick.
At the group stage, the French defeated Austria - 1:0, and then drew with the Dutch and Poles, eventually became second in their quartet. In the playoffs the opponents were strong, first they beat the Belgians - 1:0, only thanks to a goal in the end. The quarterfinal match ended in a zero draw against the Portuguese, everything was decided in a penalty shootout, where Didier Deschamps' wards were more accurate.
Interesting facts about the match and the history of personal meetings
- Of course, these teams have a long history of face-to-face confrontations, where they played with varying success, the last battle took place in the final of the Nations League, then France won a willful victory with a score of 2:1.
- In none of the matches of this Euro with the participation of France, not scored more than two goals.
- Spain won 4 out of five meetings at this tournament, only the Germans were defeated in overtime.
Spain vs France Prediction
In this match the opponents are given equal chances of success, which is quite logical, because two top teams meet. It is difficult to pick a favorite, Spain looks better at this tournament, however, this does not guarantee a passage to the final. I will bet on a total of less than 2 goals, caution is paramount.
