Commentator Quang Huy predicts Croatia will beat Spain in the first match of EURO 2024

At 8:00 p.m. on June 15, Hungary will meet Switzerland in Group A. I think this match is difficult to predict, because both teams have their own strengths and the squad correlation is quite equal. As for Switzerland, at EURO 2020, they performed scientific and reasonable football. Meanwhile, in this year's arena, they brought a squad that was even and synchronized in terms of playing style, meticulous in human and technical arrangement.

Commentator Quang Huy. Photo: Character provided

On the other side, the Hungarian team has many good players, typically Dominik Szoboszlai, Milos Kerkez or Botond Balogh. They are led by Italian coach Marco Rossi. Therefore, the team's playing style also has an Italian feel. When the Hungarian team still has many shortcomings, they will have to wait for the brilliance of individuals. In general, both teams have a tight, scientific playing style. Therefore, this match will likely end in a 2-2 draw. The next match is the most attractive and anticipated match in the opening match of Euro 2024, between Spain and Croatia (Group B), taking place at 11:00 p.m. on June 15. This is a confrontation between Spain's youth and Croatia's experience. Spain's EURO 2024 squad is different from the 2022 World Cup, with only 10 old players remaining. Spanish football has rejuvenated a lot in recent times, with many prominent faces and rapid progress. Their playing style is still very beautiful but seems to depend on striker Alvaro Morata. This player is likely to continue to play the leading role of Spain at EURO 2024. If Alvaro Morata does not play, the team will not have a real striker. Although highly rated, Spain still has weaknesses in the striker position and finishing ability. Meanwhile, the Croatian squad still has experienced veterans, especially the midfield trio Luka Modric, Marcelo Brozovic and Mateo Kovacic. Unlike their opponents, the Croatian team has many unpredictable attacking directions because they possess strikers who can create highlights and finish situations. The good thing about Croatia is that they often play as underdogs and then suddenly rise up, coordinate well and have individuals shine. In this match, I predict Croatia will win against Spain with a score of 2-1. The remaining match of Group B is the clash between Italy and Albania at 2:00 a.m. on June 16. I think Italy holds the advantage in this match. Although this year, the defending champion has many new faces and no longer has special players like the previous EURO, but compared to Albania, their level is still superior. For Albania, this team is already good to be in EURO. Their advantage is that the squad has a number of players playing in Italy, somewhat understanding Italian football. But to do something special or create a surprise is very difficult, because Italy is still a classy team. Italy sees this tournament as a stepping stone towards the 2026 World Cup. In the previous EURO, Italy won with a fast-paced attacking style, but now the elements to create such an attack are no longer there. Currently, they are looking for stability. Coach Luciano Spalletti's style of play is based on balance, with the support of the midfield. I think the two important players and those who receive great expectations for the Italian team are goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and midfielder Barella.

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