Italy and Wales bring their respective Group A campaigns to a close at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, the Azzurri having had the upper hand in the teams’ previous encounters.
This is the teams’ tenth fixture overall, and their first since the UEFA EURO 2004 qualifying competition. Their most recent meeting ended in a 4-0 Italy win in Milan on 6 September 2003, Filippo Inzaghi hitting a hat-trick and Alessandro Del Piero getting the other Azzurri goal.
Wales, however, had run out 2-1 winners in the first game in Cardiff with Simon Davies and Craig Bellamy on the scoresheet either side of a Del Piero goal. That was just Wales’s second win against Italy, who nevertheless progressed to the final tournament in Portugal having finished first in the section on 17 points; Wales were runners-up and lost to Russia in the play-offs.
This is Italy’s tenth EURO final tournament and their seventh in a row since sitting out the 1992 edition in Sweden. Only twice have they failed to advance through the group stage – in 1996 and 2004. Italy got as far as the quarter-finals at UEFA EURO 2016, finishing first in their group and beating holders Spain 2-0 in the last 16 only to lose to Germany in the last eight, going down 6-5 on penalties after a 1-1 draw
Wales’s only other success against Italy was a 1-0 friendly win in Brescia on 4 June 1988 with the only goal scored by Ian Rush – then playing his club football in Serie A with Juventus. This is Wales’s second successive UEFA European Championship, following their 2016 debut. Wales’s previous best EURO performance came in 1976, when they went out to Yugoslavia 3-1 on aggregate in the quarter-finals. They fell 2-0 in the first leg in Zagreb before a 1-1 draw in Cardiff.
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Now, BET-IBC Tipster Team presents free predictions for the match:
IgorTips: Italy is a favorite for something and a strong Turkey couldn’t hold them. In my opinion, Turkey also played better than Wales, so I expect another victory from Italy this time.
Asian Football Bets: Wales did not show a lot against Switzerland, their offensive potential is really low. I think Italy might win here but only with a 1 or 2 goals difference at best.
Salahsyh: Italy are in amazing form as they have won all the last nine games played. Wales have been out of form as they have been winless in the last three games played. Last encounter between the sides was won by Italy. I pick Italian side here.
Mattybet: Wales left much to be desired against the draw against Switzerland, while Italy’s debut showed a good show and good command of the game and that was reflected in the 3-0 against Turkey.
Lady Murasaki: On June 11, in the debut of the Euro 2020, Italy became the first team in history to win nine games in a row without conceding a goal.
LLYTips: Italy has a very good statistics if we compare it with Wales. They won all their last 6 games when Wales won only one out of 6. Even if they didn’t play against each other yet, I believe that betting on Italy to win with a handicap is the best idea.
Sherbet: Wales is not a bad team but, front of Italy, they look as small one. Italy has been doing very good and they have registered a good record. I see that Italy can win this match.
Realtu: Italy had a nice victory against Turkey, marking their 9th consecutive win, and now, facing Wales, I do believe they have what it takes to win again.
GC Sports Betting: If the Euro’s is going as I’ve imagined then Italy would be qualified already and Wales could possibly already be out come this match. For that reason Italy could rest a couple of players and Wales could just go all out to end on a high. Open game.
Duarte: Practically both teams have already passed to the next stage. Wales will try to hold the game and Italy don’t need to pick up points. I predict few goals.
Portugal Tipster: Italy enters this game qualified for the next round after 2 wins. Wales is practically qualified with 4 points. Italy will have to make some savings but I believe in an open game, Italy has surprised with a vertical soccer and with a lot of quality, Wales also has quality in the front to score goals.
TheTrollmanSha: Italy are better team and in good shape, they did 2 wins both ended 3-0 and have a good defense. Wales need at least a draw here and I expect them playing defensively. I think we won’t see a match with a lot of chances and goals and I try this under 2.5 Full Time.
Lorysan: Very good chances for the Wales national team. Italians scored 6 points and guaranteed their way out of the group. Now I think they will rotate the start 11 and may even choose their opponent (it will be necessary to lose or play a draw) and quietly prepare for 1/8.
Kvasir: Here we have an experienced team versus a regular one who managed to stood up against Switzerland. However, Italy is the most powerful team in this group so, I don’t expect less than a big win over Wales to consolidate on the first place.
Mitch: Italy has been successful in this beginning of Euro 2020. They easily won their first two games against Turkey (3-0) and Switzerland (3-0). Already qualified for the round of 16, they will try to secure their first place and build confidence for the future by winning this game. However my prediction is less 2.5 Goals.
No Man: Italy already qualified for the 2020 European championship, winning all their 2 games by 3-0 each. They have made an amazing run so far, and though they have already qualified, I believe they would still want to keep good records on their sheet. So I see over 2.5 goals in this game.
Tipster BetF: Italy has already booked their place in the next round but with a win they could remain as the group leaders. On the other hand, Wales need at least a point to guarantee their qualification. I don’t see the Welsh conceding in the first half.