England v Switzerland Predictions: 16/1 Bet Builder Tips & Latest Odds (Euro 2024)
- Written by David Bet
England's pursuit of Euro 2024 glory reaches a critical juncture on Saturday evening as they go head-to-head with Switzerland in a high-stakes battle for a spot in the semi-finals? Who will go through? Read here our England vs Switzerland betting preview with predictions, bet builder tips, line-ups, team news, how to watch the match, latest odds and free bets!
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How to watch England v Switzerland
The England vs Switzerland match is scheduled to kick off at 5pm BST on Saturday, July 6, 2024.
The highly anticipated showdown will take place at the Merkur Spiel-Arena in Düsseldorf and will be broadcast live on the BBC. Interestingly, the BBC football pundits have been quite candid in their assessment of England's performances throughout Euro 2024.
Three Lions supporters can witness all the drama unfold on their television screens or stream it live through the BBC iPlayer on their online platforms or mobile and tablet devices.
England vs Switzerland Betting Preview
England, despite securing victory in Group C, have failed to impress. In fact, they were perilously close to suffering a shocking early elimination that could have spelled the end of Gareth Southgate's eight-year tenure. After a lackluster display against Slovakia in the round of 16, an injury-time wonder goal from Jude Bellingham saved them from disaster, leading the match into extra time where Harry Kane's header sealed their fate. Their campaign began with a pivotal 1-0 triumph over Serbia but was marred by draws against Denmark (1-1) and Slovenia (0-0).
Switzerland, eager to make history, finished second in Group A during the group-stage, narrowly trailing the hosts, Germany. They came very close to defeating Die Mannschaft in their third group stage encounter but conceded a late equalizer to Niclas Fullkrug. However, their performance thus far in the Euros has been commendable, with a resounding 3-1 victory over Hungary and a good draw against Scotland (1-1) in their remaining group matches. To kickstart the knockout stage, they delivered a well-deserved and dominant 2-0 triumph over defending champions Italy in Berlin.
England have maintained their dominance over Switzerland for nearly four decades without suffering defeat since 1981. The Three Lions have emerged victorious in each of their last five encounters with La Nati. It is worth noting that current Swiss coach Yakin was part of the team that suffered a 3-0 defeat to England during the Euro 2004 group stage.
Best Odds
England are obviously favourites to win this clash - 5/4 with William Hill. BetMGM offer 3/1 for "Switzerland to win" while the draw is backable at 2/1 with Midnite.
Probable Line-Ups
England (3-4-2-1): Pickford; Walker, Trippier, Stones; Alexander-Arnold, Mainoo, Rice, Saka; Bellingham, Foden; Kane
The absence of centre-back Marc Guehi due to suspension may potentially lead Gareth Southgate to consider changing formations. Speculation suggests that he may opt for a back three with John Stones joining forces with Kyle Walker and Kieran Trippier in defense. However, Ezri Konsa is also being considered as an alternative option. This tactical shift might see Bukayo Saka being moved to left wing-back position allowing for implementation of new formation while Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to start on opposite side. Jude Bellingham has been cleared to play by UEFA.
Switzerland (3-4-3): Sommer; Schar, Rodriguez, Akanji; Widmer, Xhaka, Freuler, Aebischer; Ndoye, Vargas; Embolo
Switzerland will be boosted by return of Silvan Widmer from suspension as he missed the previous match. The availability of Granit Xhaka remains uncertain due to thigh injury although it is anticipated that the former Arsenal midfielder will feature from start. The formidable trio of Manuel Akanji, Ricardo Rodriguez, and Fabian Schar will make up the back three and also the front trio - Dan Ndoye, Breel Embolo and Ruben Vargas - will retain their starting berth.
England v Switzerland Predictions
England have struggled to find its rhythm thus far in tournament and now faces a resilient Swiss squad that comfortably eliminated the previous title holders Italy
While Three Lions remain unbeaten in last twelve competitive matches, Switzerland too boasts solid streak of eight consecutive games without defeat.
La Nati, who are unbeaten in 2024 and have not tasted defeat since losing their final qualifier to Romania in November, have lost their previous four quarter-finals in major tournaments.
It will be England’s trickiest tie at the Euros so far and we expect Switzerland to frustrate Gareth Southgate's men as they did against Germany and Italy.
As a consequence, we back the draw as Match result and 1-1 as Correct Score.
A better physical conditions could give Switzerland an edge to advance to the semifinals for the first time ever.