Two teams that got off to triumphant starts to the Euros 2020 head into the Group C clash as Netherlands welcome Austria. The match schedules for Thursday at the Johan Cruijff Arena, with kickoff at 10 pm.
The Netherlands come off an entertaining 3-2 win over Ukraine, whereas Austria registered a 3-1 win over North Macedonia.
The Netherlands have somewhat of a home advantage in their next two matches at the Amsterdam Arena. Moreover, their campaign started in an entertaining 3-2 win over Ukraine. Dumfries ended the draw in the dying minutes with a towering header to give the Oranje a win.
However, Netherlands needs a more defining match this time around, especially with Austria leading in the Group C standings. The match saw defender Blind come off the pitch after Nathan Ake replaced a suspected injury concern.
On the other hand, it was a memorable moment for Austria dumping North Macedonia 3-1 to claim their first-ever European championship win.\
The Austria’s side was full of Bundesliga stars with Sabitzer setting up the first goal equalized by Borussia Monchengladbach fullback Stefan Lainer. However, 37-year-old Goran Pandev covered himself with glory with a goal from a defensive mistake.
There is much to go on for Austria against the Oranje, given a win will ensure a spot in the last 16.
Netherlands vs. Austria Head to Head
Both sides have three games against each other, with Netherlands picking all three wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Netherlands 3-2 Ukraine
- Netherlands 3-0 Georgia
- Holland 2-2 Scotland
- Gibraltar 0-7 Netherlands
- Netherlands 2-0 Latvia
Away
- Austria 3-1 North Macedonia
- Austria 0-0 Slovakia
- England 1-0 Austria
- Austria 0-4 Denmark
- Austria 3-1 Faroe Islands
Netherlands Team News
Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt came off the pitch after suffering a groin injury. Despite returning to field training, Frank De Boer is less likely to risk him. Luuk de Jong might get a nod up top in attack with Ryan Gravenberch pushing for some game time this time around.
Austria Team News
Foda’s second-half substitutions in Arnautovic and Gregoritsch were the difference makers in their last outing. The return of Arnautovic to the starting lineup might leave Christoph Baumgartner to start on the bench. Furthermore, Sasa Kalajdzic is pushing for a start in attack.
Prediction and Odds
Given their recent triumphant wins, we expect a high confidence game but a low scoring affair than last time.
- Netherlands Win
- Goals Under 2.5
- Depay to Score
