Group E is wide open this week when Slovakia looks to take advantage of the window against Spain. The match schedules for Wednesday at the Estadio de la Cartuja, with kickoff at 7 pm.
Stefan Tarkovic’s men head into the clash after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Sweden in their last encounter, whereas Spain comes off a 1-1 draw to Poland.
Slovakia had a perfect start to the Euro 2020 campaign with a 1-0 win over Poland. However, a reality check came in with their 1-0 loss to Sweden on Friday.
Moreover, Alexander Isak caught the eye of many prospects after putting in a shift. It took an Emil Forsberg dispatched the penalty to settle the contest. A bid for the last 16 takes a different turn, especially with Spain in the books.
Furthermore, the fate of Slovakia has its own fate in its hands while remaining one point above La Roja in second place. A draw is only needed to make their way into the last 16.
Luis Enrique is having a hard start with La Roja in the Euros. Poor finishing has been the hallmark for Spain in the competition. The flaw was evident in their 1-1 draw to Poland.
Despite the draw, it still takes Spain’s unbeaten record to ten matches. There were recent memories in 2014 when Slovakia overcame Spain.
Slovakia vs Spain Head to Head
Both sides have four games against each other with Slovakia taking one win while Spain with two wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Sweden 1-0 Slovakia
- Poland 1-2 Slovakia
- Austria 0-0 Slovakia
- Slovakia 1-1 Bulgaria
- Slovakia 2-1 Russia
Away
- Spain 1-1 Poland
- Spain 0-0 Sweden
- Georgia 1-2 Spain
- Spain 1-1 Greece
- Spain 6-0 Germany
Slovakia Team News
Defender Denis Vavro continues serving a period of self-isolation after testing positive for coronavirus. However, no fresh injury concerns are heading into the clash. Moreover, there is a dilemma when it comes to making the starting XI. Jakub Hromada seeks to displace Patrik Hrosovsky in the engine room.
Spain Team News
Sergio Busquets changed the entire starting XI; however, Barcelona is back in ground training. His return might see Rodri get dropped into the starting XI. Pedri has been phenomenal this term and gets the nod in attack on the left flank. Ferran Torres is pushing for a start in attack.
Prediction and Odds
It seems like the La Roja are struggling to clique with the splash of talent hence, we might see a late result.
- Spain Win
- Goals Under 2.5
- Most Goals: 2H
