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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>There will be plenty of goalscoring threats on display in the first semi-final of Euro 2020 and Goal is backing Manchester City's forward to net

Italy face Spain at Wembley on Tuesday evening for a place in the final of Euro 2020 and the Italians will be aiming to keep up their strong scoring record.

Roberto Mancini’s side have netted in 28 of their last 29 matches in all competitions and, while the Azzurri may lack the kind of star striker they have boasted in the past, there are plenty of goal threats in this Italy side.

Spain, for their part, have already scored as many goals as when they won this tournament in 2012, although there remain question marks over the efficiency of Luis Enrique’s team in the final third.

Italy vs Spain Latest Goalscorers Odds

Six different Italians have got their names on the scoresheet so far at Euro 2020 and the shortest priced to do so on Tuesday evening is Ciro Immobile.

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The Lazio striker is priced at 7/4 (2.75) with bet365 to score his third goal of the tournament and at 5/1 (6.00) to break the deadlock.

Alvaro Morata comes next in the betting with La Roja’s Juventus forward available at 2/1 (3.00) to raise his tournament tally to three, while Andrea Belotti is offered at 11/5 (3.20) in the anytime scorer market.

Villarreal’s Gerard Moreno is yet to net the tournament and is priced at 12/5 (3.40) while Lorenzo Insigne who scored what proved to be the winner against Belgium is on offer at 13/5 (3.60) to score again. 

Italy vs Spain Goalscorers Tips & Predictions

Manchester City forward Ferran Torres is Spain’s joint-top scorer with two strikes and boasts an excellent record with his national team.

The former Valencia man has netted eight times in 16 appearances for La Roja and is priced at a healthy looking 11/4 (3.75) to find the back of the net again.

Elsewhere, Atalanta midfielder Matteo Pessina has also scored twice in the competition, and boasts four goals in eight games for Italy, and is priced at the attractive odds of 11/2 (6.50) to score again.

Whether or not Pessina starts remains to be seen, while Torres has an excellent chance of playing from the off, making him a more appealing selection of the two.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Wembley Stadium hosts what should be a high-quality and entertaining semi-final between two of the continent's most successful teams historically

Two of the most successful teams in the history of European football meet at Wembley on Tuesday evening in the semi-final of Euro 2020 as Italy take on Spain.

The Azzurri are four-time world champions and have been on an exceptional run under Roberto Mancini, racking up a 32-match unbeaten sequence, a record which firmly situates them as favourites to make the final.

La Roja, for their part, have won this tournament a record three times and, after a slow start, Luis Enrique’s men have picked up momentum as well as confidence.

Italy vs Spain Latest Odds

The Italians are priced at 6/4 (2.50) with bet365 to win in 90 minutes and at 7/10 (1.70) to make the final.

Spain can be backed at 21/20 (2.05) to qualify and at 2/1 (3.00) to win without extra time.

The draw is priced at 21/10 (3.10). 

Italy vs Spain Team News

Leonardo Spinazzola picked up a serious injury against Belgium in the last 16 which has ruled him out of any further involvement for Italy in the tournament.

Spain, meanwhile, will see if Pablo Sarabia has fully recovered from the problem which forced him off at half-time against Switzerland.

TV channel, live stream & how to watch

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BBC One will be showing Czech Republic vs Denmark live on TV in the United Kingdom (UK). The BBC iPlayer will be streaming the game live online.

Italy vs Spain Preview

These two sides meet for the third consecutive time at the European Championship, with Spain triumphing 4-0 in the final of 2012, only for Italy to exact revenge five years ago by knocking them out of the last 16 with a 2-0 victory.

Of the two teams, Italy seem the more assured and have played with more genuine confidence and solidity, yet Spain have shown flashes of brilliance in the competition.

The knockout stages of Euro 2020 have been filled with goals and excitement and, in the quarter-finals, seven of the eight teams managed to find the back of the net.

This should be another entertaining encounter between two sides who each have a clear identity and backing them both to score makes sense. 

Italy vs Spain Tips & Predictions

Both teams to score is priced at 5/6 (1.83) and should attract plenty of attention, while backing the run of early goals in the competition to continue should also appeal.

Seven of the last nine games at Euro 2020 have seen a goal scored before minute 32 and a repeat is offered at 5/6 (1.83). 

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>While Kane seems to be finding form at the vital time, Al Hain-Cole is backing Sterling to maintain his crucial role for the Three Lions at Wembley

After their rampant 4-0 victory over Ukraine, England will be in confident spirits when they take on Denmark at Wembley in Wednesday’s Euro 2020 semi-final.

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The Three Lions scored just twice in their three group matches but have now hit the net six times in two knockout stage wins over Germany and Andriy Shevchenko’s team.

Harry Kane was responsible for three of those six goals and looks a strong bet at 3/1 (4.00) with bet365 to open the scoring for the second match in succession.

Indeed, odds of 21/10 (2.05) seem like solid value on an in-form Kane scoring anytime as he chases a Golden Boot for the second major tournament in a row.

However, Raheem Sterling has been arguably the key player for Gareth Southgate’s men so far, getting on target in three of the five matches and providing the assist for Kane’s opener.

With 14 goals to his name in his last 20 international appearances, the Manchester City man offers excellent value at 11/5 (3.20) anytime odds.

Jadon Sancho was impressive on his first start of the competition against Ukraine and can be backed at 13/5 (3.60) to follow that up with a big goal at Wembley.

However, England are unlikely to have things all their own way against Kasper Hjulmand’s men, who are the joint-top scorers in the tournament with 11 goals from five matches.

Kasper Dolberg didn’t get on the pitch until the 60th minute of the third group game against Russia but has come alive in the knockout stages – scoring three times in two matches.

The Nice striker is therefore a tempting proposition at 9/1 (10.00) first goalscorer and 7/2 (4.50) anytime odds.

Replaced by Dolberg in attack due to injury, the returning Yussuf Poulsen is another strong option at 17/4 (5.25) anytime considering he has scored in two of his three starts at these Euros.

Meanwhile, Barcelona forward Martin Braithwaite is available at lengthy 4/1 (5.00) anytime odds to add to his 10 international goals with the biggest one yet in London.

All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>While recent encounters with Hjulmand's men have been closely fought, Al Hain-Cole is backing the Three Lions to edge a tight Euro 2020 semi-final

England continue in their quest to bring football home when they welcome Denmark to Wembley for Wednesday’s Euro 2020 semi-final.

The Three Lions are in buoyant spirits after sailing through the quarter-finals with a comprehensive 4-0 victory over Ukraine.

England vs Denmark latest odds

Indeed, England are now 8/11 (1.73) favourites with bet365 to book their place in a first major final since 1966 by coming out on top in front of their own fans.

However, Kasper Hjulmand’s Denmark ran out 1-0 winners at this ground in last year’s UEFA Nations League and can be backed at 17/4 (5.25) to cause an upset with another shock victory.

Just one of the last eight meetings between this duo has resulted in a draw, but you can get odds of 13/5 (3.60) on them taking this one into extra time after a deadlocked 90 minutes.

England vs Denmark team news

Jadon Sancho will be hoping to keep his place in the team after impressing on his first start of the tournament against Ukraine, with Bukayo Saka dropping out.

Andreas Christensen should be fit to start despite coming off injured in the latter stages of the quarter-final win over the Czech Republic, while Daniel Wass and Yussuf Poulsen are also back in contention after appearing from the bench in that clash.

TV channel, live stream & how to watch

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ITV ITV Hub

ITV will be showing England vs Denmark live on TV in the United Kingdom (UK). The ITV Hub will be streaming the game live online.

England vs Denmark preview

While the home crowd will be in an expectant mood after the Ukraine win, Gareth Southgate will not be taking anything for granted given his side drew 0-0 away and lost 1-0 at home in last year’s Nations League meetings with this opposition.

Nevertheless, he can rely on the only defence that is yet to let in a single goal so far in the tournament, conceding just once in their last 11 fixtures in total.

With Denmark having conceded just once in the three matches since they kicked off the tournament with two successive defeats, another closely-fought encounter looks likely.

England vs Denmark tips & predictions

On that basis, odds of 12/5 (3.40) seem generous on England’s superior attacking options carrying them to a slender victory over Denmark in a match that features under 2.5 goals.

All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Brasilia hosts the clash between both beaten semi-finalists at the Copa America and Goal is backing the side from the north of the continent

Colombia face Peru in the third-place play-off in the Copa America in the early hours of Saturday morning, with Los Cafeteros clear favourites to claim a podium finish at the tournament.

Reinaldo Rueda’s side only missed out on a place in the final on penalties against Argentina having pushed Lionel Messi and co all the way.

Peru, meanwhile, beat Colombia 2-1 in the group stage of the competition and will be quietly confident of causing an upset.

Colombia vs Peru Latest Odds

Colombia can be backed at 4/5 (1.80) with bet365 to win in 90 minutes and at 2/5 (1.40) to finish third.

Ricardo Gareca’s side, for their part, boast an excellent recent record in the competition, finishing third in 2011 and 2015, while ending the most recent edition of the tournament as runners-up two years ago.

Peru are priced at 4/1 (5.00) to win in 90 minutes and at 7/4 (2.75) to finish third.

The draw can be backed at 12/5 (3.40).

Colombia vs Peru Team News

The Colombians will be without Mateus Uribe, with the Porto midfielder picking up a muscle injury, which ended his involvement in the competition early.

Peru will welcome back Andre Carrillo, with the former Watford winger having missed the semi-final defeat to Brazil through suspension. 

TV channel, live stream & how to watch

UK TV channel Online stream

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The BBC Red Button service will have the game on TV in the United Kingdom (UK). BBC iPlayer is the online streaming service providing live coverage.

Colombia vs Peru Preview

This will be the fifth meeting between these two nations in the last two years and, while Peru were victorious in the most recent game, Colombia had convincingly won the previous three encounters.

Reinaldo Rueda’s men have not yet clicked in the final third in this competition given their considerable firepower up front, although they did score in their games against the two finalists of the competition, Brazil and Argentina.

Los Cafeteros have though been improving as the tournament has progressed and there should be interest in backing them to end the competition with a flourish. 

Colombia vs Peru Tips & Predictions

The price of 4/5 (1.80) for a Colombian victory looks fair enough, while combining this selection with both teams to score sees the odds rise to an appealing 11/4 (3.75).

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly. 

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Recent encounters between Scaloni's men and the Selecao have been low-scoring affairs, and Al Hain-Cole expects a tight Copa America final

Argentina will be desperate to end their long wait for Copa America glory when they take on Brazil in Saturday’s final at the Maracana.

La Albiceleste won the last of their 14 titles way back in 1993 and have ended up on the losing side in four of the last six finals.

Argentina vs Brazil latest odds

Having run out 1-0 winners over this opposition in last year’s friendly encounter, Argentina are available at 11/4 (3.75) with bet365 to enjoy a long-awaited triumph on enemy territory.

Tite’s Brazil have won five of the last nine editions of this competition and are 11/10 (2.10) favourites to lift the trophy once again by coming out on top.

Two of the last three finals have been decided on penalties, and you can get odds of 9/4 (3.25) on this one also remaining all square after 90 minutes.

Argentina vs Brazil team news

The visitors are likely to stick with the same line-up that edged past Colombia on penalties in the semis, although Angel Di Maria and Alejandro Gomez will be pushing Nicolas Gonzalez for his place on the left of the front three.

Gabriel Jesus is ruled out of the final as he serves the second game of a two-match ban incurred for a dangerous red-card tackle in the quarter-final victory over Chile.

TV channel, live stream & how to watch

UK TV channel Online stream

BBC Red Button BBC iPlayer

The BBC Red Button service will have the game on TV in the United Kingdom (UK). BBC iPlayer is the online streaming service providing live coverage.

Argentina vs Brazil preview

Although a face-off between these two giants would be the ideal final for any neutral, it seems unlikely that this encounter will be an entertaining festival of free-scoring football.

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Indeed, none of their last five meetings have seen goals at both ends, with three of the most recent four seeing just a single goal scored.

More of the same seems likely given the strong defensive performances from both teams en route to the final, with Lionel Scaloni’s men having conceded just three times in six matches and the Selecao only twice.

Argentina vs Brazil tips & predictions

All in all, odds of 10/11 (1.91) look like the best bet on under 2.5 goals being scored and no more than one team getting on target for the fifth successive meeting between Brazil and Argentina.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Having found form at just the right time, Al Hain-Cole is backing the captain to deliver on the big stage in the Euro 2020 final against the Azzurri

Harry Kane will be aiming to combine personal glory with team triumph when England take on Italy in Sunday’s Euro 2020 final at Wembley.

The Three Lions captain drew level with Gary Lineker as England’s record goalscorer in major tournaments with the extra-time winner over Denmark, moving to within one goal of Cristiano Ronaldo and Patrik Schick in the running for Golden Boot at this competition.

With all four of those goals coming in the three knockout stage matches, the in-form Tottenham striker looks like good value at bet365’s 4/1 (5.00) first goalscorer price – not to mention the solid 8/5 (2.60) anytime odds.

While Kane has been one of the stars of the latter stages of the competition, Raheem Sterling has been arguably the key attacking player for Gareth Southgate’s team since the beginning.

Having scored 15 times in his last 21 appearances for the national team, he is certainly worth considering at 11/4 (3.75) odds to add to his three Euro 2020 goals in the final.

Something of a surprise call-up to the England squad, Bukayo Saka has surpassed all expectations on England’s march to the final.

The Arsenal youngster has been keeping the likes of Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden out of the starting line-up, and can be backed at 9/2 (5.50) to reward his manager’s faith with a massive goal at Wembley.

In contrast to Kane, Ciro Immobile seems to have lost his touch in front of goal since a strong start to the competition that saw him strike in each of the first two matches.

Nevertheless, he remains the Azzurri’s 11/2 (6.50) favourite to open the scoring and available at 11/5 (3.20) to hit the back of the net anytime.

Lorenzo Insigne scored a late equaliser from the penalty spot the last time these sides met here in 2018’s friendly and is on offer at 10/3 (4.33) to make a goalscoring return to this stadium.

Roberto Mancini will be desperate to have Federico Chiesa back in action after he hobbled off injured in the semi-final against Spain, with the Juventus winger priced at 4/1 (5.00) to score for a third match in four.

All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>With both teams looking solid at the back, Al Hain-Cole expects a closely-fought Euro 2020 final between Southgate's men and the Azzurri at Wembley

England will be hoping to bring football home when they take on Italy at Wembley in Sunday’s Euro 2020 final.

The Three Lions are through to their first major final since 1966, having edged past Denmark 2-1 after extra time in the semis.

England vs Italy latest odds

With an expectant home crowd behind them, England are 17/10 (2.70) favourites with bet365 to end 55 years of hurt by pulling off a famous win in London.

However, Roberto Mancini’s Italy have gone 33 matches without defeat in all competitions and can be backed at 19/10 (2.90) to spoil the party by coming out on top here.

The last European Championship meeting between this pair was decided on penalties after a goalless draw back in the quarter-finals of Euro 2012, and you can get odds of 2/1 (3.00) on this one also remaining all square after 90 minutes.

England vs Italy team news

Gareth Southgate is likely to stick with the same line-up that started against Denmark, although he could also opt to revert to a back three.

Federico Chiesa will be assessed after picking up a knock in the semi-final victory over Spain, while Alessandro Florenzi is also doubtful, and Leonardo Spinazzola is ruled out.

TV channel, live stream & how to watch

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BBC One and ITV will be showing Italy vs England live on TV in the United Kingdom (UK). The BBC iPlayer and ITV Hub will be streaming the game live online.

England vs Italy preview

Although some of the celebrations would almost have you believe that Gareth Southgate’s team had already lifted the trophy, the manager will know that the final step to glory is likely to be the most difficult to take.

Indeed, they are faced with an opponent that are currently enjoying their record unbeaten streak and have conceded just 10 goals in the 33 matches since they last tasted defeat.

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However, the Azzurri must also try and break down a host backline that has only let in two goals in 12 fixtures and is yet to concede from open play in this tournament.

England vs Italy tips & predictions

With both managers likely to set up to play on the counterattack in what should be a tight and tense final, odds of 5/6 (1.83) appear generous on at least one of England or Italy failing to find the net and under 2.5 goals being scored.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Despite missing some of their biggest names, Al Hain-Cole is backing the Stars and Stripes to begin their Gold Cup campaign with a big win in Kansas

USA will be hoping to get their Gold Cup campaign off to a winning start when they take on Haiti in Kansas City on Sunday.

The Stars and Stripes are fresh from winning the inaugural CONCACAF Nations League, beating Mexico 3-2 after extra time in last month’s final.

USA vs Haiti latest odds

Unbeaten in their last five matches against this opposition, the USMNT are 1/5 (1.20) favourites with bet365 to get up and running with a victory at Children’s Mercy Park.

Jean Jacques Pierre’s Haiti qualified for this competition after beating St Vincent and the Grenadines 6-1 and Bermuda 4-1 but are 11/1 (12.00) outsiders to pull off a shock victory here.

Two of the last three meetings between this duo have resulted in draws, and you can get odds of 17/4 (5.75) on them cancelling each other out once again.

USA vs Haiti team news

The hosts have called up a mainly domestically-based squad for this competition, allowing star players such as Sergino Dest, Weston McKennnie and Christian Pulisic a summer break, potentially with an eye on next year’s World Cup, at Qatar 2022.

Guingamp striker Frantzdy Pierrot is the man to watch for Les Grenadiers, having scored nine times in his last 10 international matches – grabbing four goals in the two recent qualifiers.

USA vs Haiti preview

While they may be without some of their most famous names, Gregg Berhalter’s team still boasts a strong mix of youthful and experienced players who will be keen to force their way into the first team once World Cup qualification comes around.

Indeed, it was a similar team to the one likely to line up in Kansas on Sunday that thrashed Trinidad and Tobago 7-0 in a friendly back in February, when all of the goals were scored by MLS players.

They will therefore back themselves to see off a visiting team that has achieved strong results against Caribbean minnows but were brushed aside by Canada in last month’s World Cup qualifiers – losing 1-0 at home and 3-0 away.

USA vs Haiti tips & predictions

With home advantage on their side, the USMNT look well worth backing at 7/4 (2.75) to prove their quality by beating Haiti by at least three goals in their Group B opener.

All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>With the likes of Aubameyang and Lacazette in the squad, Al Hain-Cole expects the Gunners to ease to victory over Ross' men

Arsenal get their pre-season preparations under way with a friendly match against Hibernian at Easter Road on Tuesday.

Mikel Arteta endured a difficult first full campaign at the helm, overseeing a disappointing eighth-placed finish in the Premier League and missing out on European qualification for the first time in 25 years.

Hibernian vs Arsenal latest odds

However, Arsenal are 11/20 (1.55) favourites with bet365 to start raising expectations for the upcoming campaign by coming out on top in Edinburgh.

In contrast, Hibs recorded an impressive third-place finish in last season’s SPL – their best top-flight performance since 2005 – and can be backed at 4/1 (5.00) to pull off an upset here.

The last meeting between this duo resulted in a 2-2 draw way back in 1955, and you can get odds of 3/1 (4.00) on them cancelling each other out once again.

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Hibernian vs Arsenal team news

Christian Doidge is unavailable as he continues to recover from Covid-19, while new signing Daniel Mackay is unlikely to feature due to a knock.

As well as several youngsters, the travelling squad includes experienced players such as Hector Bellerin, Cedric Soares, Sead Kolasinac, Pablo Mari, Thomas Partey, Emile Smith Rowe, Joe Willock, Nicolas Pepe, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette.

TV channel, live stream & how to watch

UK TV channel Online stream

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The game is not being shown live on TV in the United Kingdom (UK). However, both Arsenal.com and Hibs TV will be streaming the game live online.

Hibernian vs Arsenal preview

Although their final league position was well below expectations, the Gunners actually were one of the top performing teams in terms of points per game during the second half of the Premier League season and finished with five successive wins.

No doubt eager to pick up where they left off here, the strength of line-up at their disposal should see them get off to a comfortable winning start against Jack Ross’ men.

Indeed, having suffered a 1-0 friendly defeat against League One side Accrington Stanley last week, it is hard to see Hibs competing with their star-studded opponents here.

Hibernian vs Arsenal predictions

Instead, odds of 7/5 (2.40) seem generous on Arsenal easing to victory by at least two clear goals in the Scottish capital on Tuesday.

All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.