In Euro 2016’s group of death both sides are under pressure to get a win here. With a number of teams being able to get to the knockouts with a 3rd placed finish in their group, three points could be all it takes.
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Match Preview: Italy vs Sweden
The Azzurri gave a performance worthy of the Roman Empire against Belgium and are looking to book their place in the next round with a win against Blågult.
Match Preview: England vs Wales
This 137 year rivalry continues at Euro 2016 as The Three Lions trail Wales in Group B.
England vs Wales: A 137-Year Footballing Rivalry
On June 16th 2016 the 102nd meeting between England and Wales will take place at the European Championships. As the Three Lions and the Welsh Dragons prepare to face each other, The Panenka looks at the history of clashes between the two British home nations.
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Match Preview: Russia vs Slovakia
Neither side performed particularly well in their opening game as the two nations look to turn their Euro 2016 campaigns around in the second round of matches at Euro 2016.
David Alaba: Rising to New Heights
Austria have snuck under the radar to make it to only their second ever European Championship. they do however have a host of reasons to be optimistic.
One reason is David Alaba, the versatile, defender come midfielder. The Panenka looks at the Bayern Munich man’s career while assessing Austria’s chances at Euro 2016 in France this summer.
Italy And Conte Ready To Hit the Road To Euro 2016
Italy seem to be writing themselves off before they’ve even kicked a ball. That is unusual but there have been plenty of distractions on and off the field in to suggest that the 1968 European Championship winners are unlikely to claim their second Euro crown in 2016.
The Panenka looks at why the Azzurri and everybody else are already calling Italy major outsiders while they prepare for Euro 2016 in France as Antonio Conte says he is ready to get the car out the garage and hit the road.
Northern Ireland Punching Above Their Weight, Says O’Neill
It’s been 30 years since Northern Ireland made an appearance at a major tournament. Manager Michael O’Neill already has his starting XI in mind and believes his team can be one of the many teams capable of springing a few surprises at Euro 2016.
The Panenka hears what the former Shamrock Rovers boss has had to say and takes a look back at his career while assessing some of his squad.
Match Preview: Spain vs Czech Republic
The reigning champions launch their quest to complete a hat-trick of European Championship titles against an adventurous Czech team in a game which should be easy on the eyes.
Match Preview: Germany vs Ukraine
After some less than ideal preparation for Euro 2016, Die Mannschaft’s focus on the tournament is unwavering. Ukraine meanwhile are realistic in their expectations.
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