📢 Can Ukraine U21 hold off Denmark U21's formidable attack in the opening round of the UEFA European Under-21 Championship? Both teams are in consistent form, adding intrigue to the upcoming clash. Ukraine have been nearly unbeatable recently, reflecting their confidence. Meanwhile, Denmark impress with their scoring prowess, netting more than 1.5 goals in eight of their last nine matches. This encounter will be a true test for both squads.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 05 September 2020 and ended with a score of 1:1. Let's look at the comparative stats from that encounter (home team – Ukraine U21):
- corner kicks: 2 vs 6;
📊The sides have played three official matches. The statistics are as follows:
- goals: 4 against 7;
- average total in the 1st half – 0.67, in the 2nd half – 1.67;
- average total goals in the match – 3.33.
Ukraine U21 Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on as part of the Int. Friendly Games tournament (home team – Spain U21, away team – Ukraine U21). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:1.
Here are the game statistics (Ukraine U21 vs Spain U21):
- ball possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 0;
- shots on target: 2 vs 2.
✅The Ukraine U21 team has the honor of playing the first official match of the season on their home field. The work done by the coaching staff and players on their game is yet to be seen, but for now, let's take a look at the team's statistics over the last 10 matches.
In the ten-match stretch of official games, the team has 6 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draws. In total, the team has scored 17 goals in the last 10 games. From this, we can calculate the average number of goals per game, which is 1.7. In home matches, this figure is 2.5 goals. As for the goals conceded, their average number is 0.9.
Denmark U21 Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Int. Friendly Games tournament (home team – Italy U21, away – Denmark U21). The match ended with a score of 1:1.
Here are the game statistics (Denmark U21 vs Italy U21):
- ball possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 0;
- shots on target: 2 vs 8.
🔴 Denmark U21 are making waves with their attacking prowess and impressive scoring rate, averaging 2.1 goals per match while conceding 1.1. Out of their last ten encounters, the Danes have secured six victories and suffered only two defeats, highlighting their consistency on the international stage among youth teams. Notably, their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities is evident, with eight of their last nine matches featuring two or more goals scored by them.
✅ The Danish U21 squad has assembled a strong and balanced lineup for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship, featuring players from top clubs in Denmark and across Europe. Standouts include forward William Osula from Newcastle and midfielder Oscar Højlund. However, the team is missing one of their most prolific strikers, 22-year-old Mika Biereth from Monaco, who has been in excellent form but was not released by his club.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters – 3;
- home team wins – 0, away team wins – 2, draws – 1.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.33, the guests - 2.33;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 3.33;
- both teams scored: overall - 2; at the home team's field - 1.
- Denmark U21 have scored over 1.5 goals in 8 of last 9 games.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters – 3;
- both teams scored all-time - 2 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Editor's Prediction
Denmark's U21 squad enters the tournament in excellent form, consistently delivering in attack by scoring at least two goals in eight of their last nine matches. Ukraine's youth team also has the potential to surprise, but they currently lag behind in terms of cohesion and consistency compared to their opponents. Confidence in attack is crucial in the opening round, and the Danes have no issues in this department. Given the visitors' form, betting on Denmark's individual total over 1.5 goals seems justified.Let's start our Daily Laugh today. Gyokeres & Sesko Do I join them? Chelsenal Dr. Tomiyasu & Dr. Diaby One of the best pictures at the Club World Cup 2025.. Joao Pedro is officially a Chelsea player. One club's trash is another club's treasurePlease stay tuned on Daily Laugh. There will be more fun tomorrow!(Credit: Justtoonit, FootballLaughss, thefootballarenaa, BleacherReportFootball)...
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