Match previews

UKRAINE and North Macedonia go head to head in their second Euro 2020 games with both sides desperate to get some points on the board. Ukraine were involved in the most thrilling match of the tournament so far, losing narrowly in a 3-2 defeat to Holland.
Ukraine were involved in a thriller against Holland but were on the losing sideCredit: AFP
North Macedonia lost their Euros opener to Austria 3-1Credit: Getty – Pool
And after a superb effort in the Nations League, Igor Angelovski will believe his North Macedonia side will have what it takes to reach the last-16 despite losing to Austria . You can catch all the action at 2pm on ITV1.
What’s the form?
North Macedonia are the lowest-ranked team at Euro 2020 and despite losing 3-1 in their opening fixture, Angelovski’s side impressed.
They also got the better of 2014 World Cup champions Germany in March (2-1) and have quite the habit of not losing, with just three defeats in their last 15 fixtures.
Ukraine on the other hand would have left the field very dejected after their opening defeat, although after giving Holland a scare in Amsterdam, Andriy Shevchenko’s side can go into this one feeling optimistic.
Before this Ukraine came in with absolutely nothing to lose and on a six-game unbeaten streak, winning two and drawing four including a 1-1 affair with France.

Many of the lads were empty vessels after the match with the Netherlands, we will see how many of them will be able to recuperate sufficiently for the game against North Macedonia.Andriy ShevchenkoReuters

Who’s in and who’s out?
Ukraine’s Andriy Yarmolenko, who scored a stunner against Holland, will be assessed after suffering a knock but is expected to be fit.
Oleksandr Zubkov also suffered from a reported calf injury and had to be taken off meaning it is unlikely he will feature.
North Macedonia would have been slightly worried when goalkeeper Stole Dimitievski kneeled and waved to the physios, but after being assessed he was able to play on.
Napoli’s Elif Elmas and Leeds’ Ezgjan Alioski are both expected to feature meaning North Macedonia are likely to line up in a similar fashion against Ukraine as they did against Austria.

“Playing our first-ever European Championship game was a massive experience. We face a difficult next match against Ukraine and we have to go all out for a win because we have nothing to lose.”Igor AngeloskiTalkSPORT

Watch out for…
Granted he’s fit, Andriy Yarmolenko.
The West-Ham man bagged a wonder goal which will undoubtedly go down as one of the goals of the tournament.
The 31-year-old cut on to his trusted left peg and unleashed an unstoppable shot past the hapless Maarten Stekelenburg in goal.
Expect him to have North Macedonia’s defence dancing on ice.

If the game’s rubbish
Check out Andriy Yarmolenko’s beautiful wife Inna Yarmolenko.
The pair married in 2011, and have two sons called Ivan and Danylo.
Inna works in social action projects and is a specialist in Ukrainian foreign relations, organising charity events in the US, promoting Eastern European culture overseas.

Match odds
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Match odds

Ukraine to win 4/7
To draw 13/5
North Macedonia to win 5/1

Euro 2020 outright odds

Ukraine 75/1
North Macedonia 500/1

*All odds correct at time of publication. More

HOLLAND will be eager to build momentum following their 3-2 win over Ukraine when they lock horns with Austria. Both sides won their opening Euro 2020 group C fixtures, with Austria coming out 3-1 winners against North Macedonia.
The Dutch side celebrate Denzel Dumfries’ late winner against UkraineCredit: Getty
Arnautovic scored against North Macedonia but is banned for this game over his celebrationCredit: EPA
Austria’s last victory against Holland came in 1990, but you see if they can re-set the history books at 8pm on BBC ONE tonight.
What’s the form?
Holland were gung-ho in their approach in front of home fans last time out and it will be interesting to see if they adopt a different tactic on home soil this time.
Ukraine’s near-comeback wasn’t an isolated incident – being the seventh game in ten that Frank de Boer’s side had conceded – so they are vulnerable at the back.
But, in that time, the Dutch have also scored in every game, showcasing their attacking ability in all areas.
For Austria, as late as they left it against North Macedonia, they did show they can create chances – and a win would have done them the world of good.
Their form of late hasn’t been poor, but it’s also not been the best, having won five from their last ten fixtures.
There remains plenty of room for improvement, with Franco Foda’s side keeping just four clean sheets in their last 15 internationals.

“I saw a Dutch team that played very balanced and dominant, we can be proud. We analyse such games almost to the death. We want to do everything we can to ensure that something like this [comeback] doesn’t happen again.”Frank De Boer Uefa.com
Who’s in and who’s out?
Holland have been handed a huge injury boost with the return of Juventus ace Matthijs de Ligt – who will most likely provide much steadiness and security at the back.
Wout Weghorst and Memphis Depay are both expected to lead the line but it will be interesting to see if Frank De Boer keeps a back five.
Austria are also without any injury or suspension concerns and will be looking up to key man David Alaba to make the difference.
Super Sub Marko Arnautović is banned for this game after his celebration against North Macedonia.

Who’s to watch…
Georginio Wijnaldum is a game changer and has proven so many times to be the difference in the biggest games.
He is the centre of all link-up play and his defensive abilities are often overlooked.
Such performances have also earned him a summer transfer to Paris St. Germain.

If the game’s rubbish…
Then you can count on the camera turning to Frenkie De Jong’s stunning girlfriend Mikky Kiemeney.
The pair have been together since day one as Kiemeney, a former hockey player for Dutch side HC Den Bosch, first met Frenkie in high school.

As supportive as anyone can be, she watched him progress through the youth ranks before joining Ajax for just €1 in 2015.
Fast forward five years, and De Jong full-fills his dream, signing for Barcelona in a record £65million deal.
Match odds
Get all your Euro 2020 ante-post tips with our tournament betting guide HERE.
Match Odds

Holland to win 8/15
The draw 3/1
Austria to win 5/1

To win outright

Holland 12/1
Austria 75/1

*All odds correct at time of publication.
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DENMARK will be fighting for their stricken team-mate Christian Eriksen when they face Belgium in their second Euros clash.With the world No1’s coming to town, Denmark will be fully aware they will be up against it.
Romelu Lukaku and Belgium were in ominous form against Russia in the first matchCredit: EPA
Eriksen will be cheering on his team-mates from his bedCredit: EPA
Roberto Martinez’s Belgium side are full of excitement and are tipped by many to go all the way in Euro 2020.
Sit back, relax and enjoy the show from 5pm on ITV1.
What’s the form?
With ten wins from ten games, 40 goals scored and only 3 conceded, there’s plenty of reasons why Belgium are one of the tournament favourites.
And even without PFA player of the year Kevin De Bruyne, Belgium were a class above Russia as they comfortably dismantled their group B rivals 3-0.
Fans around the world hailed the Danish players and staff for their heroic actions after Eriksen’s collapse on Saturday.
However, in the brutal world of football, sympathy doesn’t get you points and Kasper Hjulmand’s side will need to give the Red Devils everything they’ve got after controversially losing 1-0 to Finland on Saturday.
Denmark did enter the tournament on fine form, with just one defeat in their last 12 matches – also including an unbeaten qualifying campaign.

They will be a very difficult opponent and it is also an away game. Their crowd will be 100 per cent behind them. We will have to be at our top form to score points there.Toby Alderweireld, Belgium
Who’s in and who’s out?
Apart from missing their midfield master Eriksen, Denmark have no other injury concerns.
Martin Braithwaite, Kasper Dolberg, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Leicester shot-stopper Kasper Schmeichel will all be expected to play big roles come Thursday.
Belgium however will have been handed a HUGE injury boost with the return of De Bruyne after the 29-year-old successfully recovered from facial fractures incurred in the Champions League final last month.
It was a tough night, we are all reminded what the most important thing in life is and that is to have valuable relations. We have a group of players I can’t praise enough.Kasper Hjulmand, Denmark

Watch out for…
Belgium – just in general – but don’t turn your eyes away from Romelu Lukaku.
The Inter-Milan striker has already bagged one and is tipped by many to be top goalscorer overall.
The 28-year-old has absolutely teared it up over in Italy this season, scoring 24 goals in Serie A.
De Bruyne is ready to link up with red-hot Lukaku after missing the first gameCredit: AFP

If the game’s rubbish…
You may be able to spot Andreas Christensen’s Wag Katrine Friis.
The Chelsea star will be hoping Lukaku and Co will make sure he has an easy night – but one thing that’s sure to cheer the Dane up if it all goes wrong is his gorgeous girlfriend.
Katrine is a regular at Stamford Bridge and if you’re lucky, you may be able to spot her at the Parken Stadium.

Match odds
Get all your Euro 2020 ante-post tips with our tournament betting guide HERE.
Match odds

Denmark to win 3/1
The draw 21/10
Belgium to win EVS

Outright winners

Belgium 6/1
Denmark 55/1

*All odds correct at time of publication.
Christian Eriksen gives thumbs up and smiles from hospital bed since horror cardiac arrest for Denmark More