This week at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, football fans are in for a treat with a highlight match between Spain and Croatia, part of the European Championship’s Group B. This clash promises to deliver high-level football and plenty of excitement, given the recent performances and statistics of both teams.
Spain enters this match in superb form, riding a wave of six consecutive victories and remaining unbeaten in their last eight matches. Their offensive capability is impressive, having scored at least one goal in each of their last six games and netting at least two goals in five of these encounters. In Spain’s last five European Championship matches, more than 1.5 goals have been scored, indicating their propensity for high-scoring games. Notably, the Spaniards have avoided draws in their last six matches, consistently securing decisive results.
On the other hand, Croatia showcases remarkable solidity, losing only four of their last 32 matches. Like Spain, they have not drawn in their last six games. However, Croatian matches tend to feature fewer goals. In their last five games, fewer than 3.5 goals have been scored, and in seven of their last eight matches, at least one team has failed to score. Despite this, Croatia often starts strong, with at least one goal scored in the first half of their last six matches.
Looking at the recent head-to-head encounters between these national teams, the last meeting on June 18, 2023, ended in a 0-0 draw, highlighting the balanced nature of their contests. Over the last five meetings, Spain has emerged victorious once, while Croatia has won twice, with two matches ending in a draw. On average, Spain has scored 2.4 goals per game against Croatia, while the Croatians have scored an average of 1.6 goals per game.
In light of these statistics, The MoneyMan is backing Spain to beat an ageing Croatia. eBet.co.za is offering odds of 1.96 for a Spain win which will see the MoneyMan putting down R1000 on this outcome. The potential winnings, including the wager amount, will be R1960.
This match is set to be a thrilling encounter, with Spain’s offensive prowess and Croatia’s defensive strength promising a captivating game. As always, bet wisely and enjoy the action.
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