0 Netherlands vs 2 Czech Republic

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NED

Draw

CZE

BTTS

Preview: Netherlands vs Czech Republic

As the Netherlands' Flying Dutchmen clash with the resilient Czech Republic at the Ferenc Puskás Stadium in Budapest, the stage is set for a thrilling Round of 16 showdown, with both teams eyeing a coveted quarter-final spot in UEFA Euro 2020.

Netherlands

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The Flying Dutchmen finished at the top of Group C with maximum points at the end of Match Day 3, securing 3 wins without a draw or loss. Their last performance, a resounding 3-0 victory against North Macedonia, was designed to signal their strength to potential knockout stage adversaries, having secured their place in the last-16 by Match Day 2.

Midway through the first half, a string of passes between Donyell Malen and Memphis Depay led to the opener for the Netherlands at the 24th minute. After the break, Georginio Wijnaldum doubled the lead at the 51st minute and later secured his brace by scoring again at the 58th minute. Frenkie de Jong was close to netting a fourth goal for the Netherlands but was denied by the crossbar late in the game, leaving the score at 3-0 by the end of stoppage time.

With three straight victories, the Netherlands remain unbeaten in six games across all international competitions: WDWWWW. The Flying Dutchmen are poised to send the Czech Republic packing from Budapest at the conclusion of this fixture. Coach Frank de Boer made minimal changes to his Match Day 3 squad, dropping only Wout Weghorst in favor of Donyell Malen in the 3-5-2 formation. However, the Wolfsburg forward is expected to return to the starting line-up alongside the iconic no. 10 on Sunday.

The matured Memphis Depay will no longer play among the younger generation, having recently signed with the Spanish side, Barcelona.

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Czech Republic

Despite the defeat to England on Match Day 3, Czech Republic secured a place in the last 16. They achieved this by picking up a draw against Croatia and a win over Scotland, finishing in 3rd place in Group D.

The Czechs had equal points and goal difference with 2nd placed Croatia, finishing with 4 points and a +1 goal difference after 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss. Failing to find their rhythm, they allowed England to dominate the opening minutes of the match.

A stroke of misfortune for Raheem Sterling denied him a goal as his lob over Vaclik didn't find the net, much to the dismay of prematurely celebrating English fans. However, legitimate celebrations ensued minutes later when Manchester City's forward headed home in the 12th minute, assisted by a perfect cross from Aston Villa's Jack Grealish.

Czech Republic nearly conceded again, but goalkeeper Vaclik's quick reflexes stopped Harry Kane from scoring his first goal of the tournament. Later, a powerful shot from Czech's Holes tested Jordan Pickford, but the English goalkeeper stood firm. The match ended 1-0.

Barely avoiding an early exit, coach Jaroslav Šilhavý will hope for a spirited performance against the Netherlands on Sunday. A 4-2-3-1 formation is expected once again. After being taken off in the 75th minute against England, Patrik Schick is anticipated to lead the attack, with Czech Republic looking to improve on their recent form of LLWWDL.

Team form

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