Slovakia U21 vs Spain U21 Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Euro U21

Slovakia U21 vs Spain U21 Preview

• Competition: Euro U21
• Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
• Kick-off Time: 4:00 pm GMT
• Venue: Stadion Tehelne pole, Bratislava, Slovakia

The 2025 U21 European Championship will kick off with the hosts, Slovakia, hosting Spain at the Stadion Tehlne pole on Wednesday evening. 16 nations will be involved in the tournament, divided into four groups. The top two teams from each group will then advance to the quarterfinals. The previous edition was held in Romania and Georgia in 2023 and was won by England. The U21 Euros are always an exciting spectacle for football fans, with plenty of youngsters on show. The Slovakia U21 vs Spain U21 will also involve some of the most promising teenagers in Europe.

The Slovakian U21 team has endured mixed and inconsistent results in recent games. The national team has collected two victories, three defeats, and a draw in the last six outings. During this period, Slovakia has scored 10 goals and conceded a further 14. Looking at the statistics, it is clear that the Slovakia U21 National Team plays their football at a high pace and intensity. Therefore, the defenders are tasked with an additional duty and end up conceding several goals. Slovakia has been handed the privilege of hosting the U21 Euros, and the upcoming generation will be eager to catch the eyes of the football world.

Spain U21 will be satisfied and content with how the latest matches have played out. In the last six games, the Spaniards have managed four victories to go with a draw and a defeat. The Spain U21 National Team last participated in a match at the end of March against Germany, which ended in a 3-1 loss. Spain will once again be one of the countries to keep a close eye on, having finished as the runners-up last time. The senior side of the Spanish National Team is filled with talent right now, and one can say it is a golden generation for the La Roja. The onus will be on the U21 contingent to keep going and continue the great run of results.

Slovakia U21 National Football Team News

The Slovakia U21 National Football Team will be determined to put on a good show as the host country on Wednesday. The last time the team took the pitch, they fielded a 3-5-2 formation. The expectation is that the formation will be the same once again, with Jaroslav Kentos still in charge.

Spain U21 National Football Team News

The head coach of the Spain U21 Football Team, Santi Denia, will have a lot of tough decisions to make in terms of personnel selection against Slovakia. He is gifted with plenty of talent and his disposal, and his in-game management will also prove to be crucial for Spain's chances in the U21 Euros.

Slovakia U21 vs Spain U21 Predicted Lineups

Slovakia U21 National Football Team Predicted Lineup (5-3-2)

Goalkeeper: Danko

Defenders: Kopasek, Kosa, Jakubko

Midfielders: Sikula, Svidersky, Holly, Sauer, Nebyla

Forwards: Marcelli, Cerepkai

Spain U21 National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Iturbe

Defenders: Garica, Mosquera, Salas, Martin

Midfielders: Guerra, Bajcetic, Torre

Forwards: Moleiro, Rodriguez, Joseph

Slovakia U21 vs Spain U21 H2H Record

Overall, the last five games between the two sides have ended in four victories for the Spain U21 Football Team and one for the Slovakians.

Key Players to Watch in Slovakia U21 vs Spain U21

Gerard Martin (Spain U21)

It is fair to say that Gerard Martin will be one of the most experienced players at the senior level on the pitch on Wednesday. The Spaniard was a regular feature in a Barcelona side that managed to capture the domestic treble. Although his performances did not fully convince fans, Martin has shown enough in his first professional season to be considered a prospect. He will start the game as the primary left back and will be crucial in both attacking and defensive phases.

Pablo Torre (Spain U21)

Gerard Martin will not be the only one from the Barcelona squad present for Spain at the U21 Euros. Highly renowned, Pablo Torre is also set to play a big part for his country.

The 22-year-old joined the Blaugrana in 2022 and put in some key displays for the Catalans as a super substitute. He registered four goals and three assists for the club this season. Pablo Torre is expected to operate as a number 10 and be the creative force. His ability to get into goal-scoring positions will also be invaluable.

Slovakia U21 vs Spain U21 Prediction

The hosts will undoubtedly be hungry and motivated to fight until the end in front of the home fans. However, the Spanish side will have far too much quality all round to be bothered by the Slovakians.

Predicted Score: Slovakia U21 1-4 Spain U21

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