Two sides defied odds to make the Euros 2020 semi-finals lock horns this weekend as the Czech Republic takes on Denmark. The match schedules for Saturday at Baku, with kickoff at 7 pm.
Denmark advanced to the last eight of the European Championship following a 4-0 win over Wales, whereas Czech Republic registered a 2-0 win over the Netherlands dramatically last time out.
Czech Republic started off the group stages on a high note following a 2-0 win over Scotland. It followed with sharing the spoils with Croatia to give them an upper hand to advance to the last 16. Many became surprised after the side breezed past Wales last weekend to make the quarter-finals.
There have been many positives for Jaroslav Silhavy’s side, who lost 1-0 to England in the final matchday in the group stages. Patrick Shick remains the shimmering light with two goals from becoming the competition’s top goalscorer.
On the other hand, Denmark progressed in Group B after finishing second to Belgium. The side advanced despite losing two of their three matches in the section. It was particularly anti-climatic, especially with Christian Eriksen picking a cardiac arrest in their first group match.
Hjulmand’s side was in top form in the last round of 16 by registering a triumphant 4-0 win over Wales, with Kasper Dolberg netting a brace.
Czech Republic vs. Denmark Head to Head
Both sides have seven games against each other, with each team taking one win and six draws. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Netherlands 0-2 Czech Republic
- Czech Republic 0-1 England
- Croatia 1-1 Czech Republic
- Scotland 0-2 Czech Republic
- Czech Republic 3-1 Albania
Away
- Wales 0-4 Denmark
- Russia 1-4 Denmark
- Denmark 1-2 Belgium
- Denmark 0-1 Finland
- Germany 1-1 Denmark
Czech Republic Team News
30-year-old Jan Boril is available for selection after serving a one-match suspension. The middle of the park will feature Tomas Soucek and Hole. Furthermore, Patrick Schick leads the attack with four goals in the competition so far.
Denmark Team News
Hjulmand has some major decisions to make when it comes to the starting lineup this weekend. Yussuf Poulsen, Daniel Wass, and Simon Kjaer are available after pushing late injury fitness concerns. Furthermore, Martin Braithwaite impressed last time out and deserved a spot in attack.
Prediction and Odds
We envisage a narrow win for the Danes, who picked up form, especially after the group stages, while Czech deserves a lot of credit.
- Denmark Win
- Double Chance
- Both Teams to Score
