Match previews

WALES will be looking to build on their 1-1 draw against Switzerland as they take on Turkey in a crucial group A fixture.The Dragons rescued a valuable point against an impressive Switzerland side thanks to Kieffer Moore’s glancing header in Baku – and will feel Turkey are there for the taking after their 3-0 capitulation against Italy.
Kieffer Moore heads home to rescue a point for Wales
Robert Page’s side will be returning to the Baku Olympic Stadium for a second time, and you can catch all the action on BBC ONE at 5pm this afternoon.
What’s the form?
The Dragons have had somewhat mixed form of late and despite clinching victories in their lead-up games to Euro 2020 against Mexico (1-0) and the Czech Republic (1-0) – Wales are now on a three-game winless streak that includes a draw with Albania.
However, thanks to a 74th minute equaliser by Kieffer Moore, Wales will be full of hope going into what is a must win for both sides.
Turkey, their Italy dismantling aside, have proven exceptionally hard to beat in recent months and have lost just four times in their 27 games since boss Senol Gunes took charge for a second time.
The Crescent-Stars will take confidence from their positive run of results before their recent loss having recorded big wins against the Netherlands (4-2) and Norway (3-0).

Who’s in and who’s out?
Neither side have any reported injury concerns from their first games of Euro 2020.
However despite Wales’ attack picking itself with trio Gareth Bale, Dan James and Switzerland goal-scorer Moore, Dragons boss Page could opt for changes in defence and midfield.
For Turkey, top scorer in qualifying Cenk Tosun is missing with a serious knee injury, so the experienced Burak Yilmaz will expect to lead the line once more.
Gunes may be tempted to switch up his starting XI after a disappointing and quite cumbersome opening contest against Italy with the likes of Leicester loanee Cengiz Under pushing to start.

Watch out for…
Aaron Ramsey. The Welsh midfielder enjoyed a solid display in their opener against Switzerland and was named in the ‘Team of the Tournament’ five years ago at Euro 2016.
The 30-year-old created more big chances than any other player (five) and his midfield wizardry will be needed if Wales are to follow Italy’s lead and expose the likes of Caglar Soyuncu and Merih Demiral.
If the game’s rubbish
Enjoy delving into Bale’s lavish lifestyle – including a mansion where he’s built his own private golf course.
The Real Madrid superstar’s childhood sweetheart Emma Rhys-Jones will likely be cheering on from the stands in Baku, along with their three kids Alba, Nava and Axel.
Bale with childhood sweetheart Emma Rhys-Jones
Fancy a punt?
Get all your Euro 2020 ante-post tips with our tournament betting guide HERE.
Match odds:

Wales to win 23/10
Turkey to win 13/10
Draw 2/1

Euro 2020 outright odds:

Wales 150/1
Turkey 100/1

*All odds from Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

ITALY will be looking to carry on from their perfect start to the Euros against Turkey in their second group A match against Switzerland.
The Azzurri go into this game knowing that a win will book their place in the last 16, regardless of results elsewhere.
Immobile scores in the 3-0 demolition of TurkeyCredit: AP
Breel Embolo celebrates putting the Swiss 1-0 up against WalesCredit: Getty
Italy will have home advantage once again in Rome and you can watch all the action live at 8pm on ITV1.
What’s the form?
Italy boss Roberto Mancini has been front and centre of an Italian resurgence that saw the Azzurri win all eight of their Euro 2020 qualifying games.
They have since continued that form with nine wins and three draws and most damming of all – have not lost a game since 2018 to make it a remarkable 24 games unbeaten.
Switzerland on the other hand are an improving nation that have reached the knockout stages in their last three major tournaments, including advancing to the last 16 five years back at Euro 2016.
The Swiss outplayed group A rivals Wales in their Euro 2020 opener on Friday but were made to settle for a draw after a late equaliser.

Who’s in and who’s out?
Marco Verratti is the only player short of fitness in the Azzurri squad and there will be no need to rush him back into contention.
There have been some changes in personnel, with both Inter Milan’s Stefano Sensi and Roma’s Lorenzo Pellegrini withdrawing due to injury, being replaced by Atalanta’s Matteo Pessina and Fiorentina’s Gaetano Castrovilli.
However, there is no such reason to change the playing eleven that performed admirably on matchday 1.
Switzerland boss Vladimir Petkovic is most likely to stick with the same XI that started against Wales.
The Borussia Monchengladbach quartet of Yann Sommer, Nico Elvedi, Denis Zakaria and Breel Embolo will be crucial, while Premier League duo Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri will be equally as important.

Watch out for…
Ciro Immobile. The Lazio marksman bagged one goal last time out against Turkey and could have had a couple more.
The 31-year-old equalled the record for the most number of Serie A goals (36) during the 2019-20 season and subsequently won the European Golden Boot ahead of Robert Lewandowski (34).
The striker has had what you could consider a slight dip in form this season – but has still netted 25 goals across all competitions with his club.
If the game’s rubbish…
See if you can spot the stunning Italian sports presenter Diletta Leotta, who has over 7.8million instagram followers.
Leotta uploaded a story on instagram of her and her boyfriend in the stands during Italy’s opener against Turkey on Friday – so there’s every chance she’ll be there tonight.
Diletta Leotta and her boyfriend watching on from the stands
Fancy a punt?

Italy to win 4/7
Switzerland to win 11/2
Draw 14/5

Euro 2020 outright odds

Italy to win 7/1
Switzerland to win 60/1

*All odds from Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

FINLAND will be aiming to carry on the momentum following their their bittersweet win over Denmark.They travel to the Krestovsky Stadium to take on neighbouring rivals Russia on match day two.
Finland celebrated a famous underdog victory over Denmark in their opening game but the match was marred by Christian Eriksen’s collapseCredit: EPA
Russia endured a nightmare night against Belgium as they lost 3-0 in Saint PetersburgCredit: Rex
The Finns survived a Denmark onslaught to win 1-0 thanks thanks to a second half goal from Joel Pohjanpalo.
Russia will be looking to bounce back following their horrendous start after a 3-0 thumping against Belgium and you can watch all the action from St Petersburg on BBC One at 2pm today.
What’s the form?
Finland’s victory over the Danes saw Markku Kanerva’s side end a six-game winless run across all competitions – as well as bouncing back from two friendly defeats before the Euros kicked off.
Much was made as to whether it was right to continue play after Denmark’s Christian Eriksen suffered from cardiac arrest in the opening first minutes.
However, upon hearing the reassuring news that the 29-year-old was in a stable condition after being carried away to hospital – both teams are said to have elected to continue play before Finland emerged as victors.
Russia meanwhile failed to lay a glove on Belgium in their opening fixture and can be releieved that it wasn’t more than the 3-0 it ended up.
Cherchesov’s side were never expected to spring a surprise against Belgium on their own turf – however they cannot afford another no show.

Who’s in and who’s out?
Finland’s Sauli Vaisanen had to be withdrawn from the tournament before their win over Denmark due to injury, while defender Nikolai Alho is slightly doubtful as he battles a reported ankle sprain.
No reported injuries were made during their clash against the Danes so the Fins could opt to start the exact same XI against Russia.
Russia on the other hand will be without veteran defender Yuri Zhirkov due to a calf injury sustained right before half time in their clash against Belgium, whilst Daler Kuzyaev will defintely miss out after a nasty clash of heads with Timothy Castagne.
There is some good news though with much optimism over the fitnesses of Igor Diveev and Fyodor Kudryashov.

Who to watch out for
Russia’s Artem Dzyuba. The Zenit St.Petersburg striker has netted 26 goals for club and country already this season and at 6ft 4in, will surely provide much discomfort for Finland’s back-line.
Norwich journeyman Teemu Pukki will be the one to watch for Finland and will be encouraged by the room Russia gave the Belgian strikers.
If the game’s rubbish…
Go back and watch what Finland fans did whilst Christian Eriksen was receiving medical help.
Finland supporters were filmed shouting the name ‘Christian’ and the Danish fans completed it by chanting ‘Eriksen’.
Here’s a video of the scenes:

Finnish fans also threw flags towards the players huddling over Eriksen to provide the player privacy whilst receiving treatment, which has received worldwide praise.
Fancy a punt
Get all your Euro 2020 ante-post tips with our tournament betting guide HERE.
Match odds:

Finland to win 9/2
Russia to win 8/13
Draw 13/5

Euro 2020 outright odds:

Finland 250/1
Russia 100/1

*All odds from Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More