Austria Triumph in EURO 24 Quarter-Final
Best Odds: 1/1
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In a thrilling clash on Tuesday night, Austria emerged victorious over Turkey, securing their place in the EURO 24 quarter-finals.
Austria’s Impressive Performance
Austria started their European Championships campaign with a narrow 1-0 loss against France on June 17th. However, under the guidance of former interim Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick, the team has made a remarkable comeback. They caused a major upset last week by defeating Holland 3-2 and followed it up with a routine 3-1 win against Poland on June 21st. Austria has been in excellent form over the past year, suffering only one defeat in their last 10 matches across all competitions.
Team News
Wolfsburg midfielder Patrick Wimmer will be absent from the match due to a one-match suspension after receiving a costly booking against the Netherlands. Inter Milan star Marko Arnautovic, who scored against Poland, is expected to lead Austria’s attack. Marcel Sabitzer, who scored the winning goal against Holland, will captain the team. Goalkeeper Patrick Pentz will earn his 10th international cap.
Turkey’s Challenge
Turkey collected six points from their three Group F matches, but they face a tough task against Austria. They suffered a 2-1 defeat against Poland in their final pre-tournament preparation and a 3-0 loss against Group F winners Portugal on June 22nd. Turkey’s most recent encounter with Austria ended in a humiliating 6-1 defeat during a friendly match in Vienna in March. They will be eager to put up a better performance this time.
Team News
Turkey will be without their captain and key player Hakan Calhanoglu due to a one-match suspension. Galatasaray defender Kaan Ayhan could replace Salih Ozcan in the defense. Baris Alper Yilmaz, who scored against Poland, will have an important role to play in the match. Real Madrid youngster Arda Guler will join Yilmaz in the attacking third.
Key Factors to Consider
- Austria recorded a stunning 6-1 victory when they faced Turkey in a friendly match on March 26th.
- Austria has suffered only one defeat in their last 10 matches across all competitions.
- Rangnick’s team scored three goals in each of their final two Group D matches.
- Turkey has won only two of their last eight matches across all formats.
- Turkey has kept only one clean sheet in the past eight months.
Conclusion
Austria has been receiving praise for their performances this summer, and their victory against Holland in the Group D finale has boosted their confidence. With their recent dominant win over Turkey in mind, Austria is expected to secure a spot in the quarter-finals. Their impressive form and Turkey’s struggles make Austria the favorites in this encounter.
Verdict: Austria win
Best Odds: 1/1
Bookmaker: Luckster
