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Netherlands vs Austria Preview, Prediction, Lineups and Team News
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Netherlands vs Austria Preview, Prediction, Lineups and Team News | Euro 2024

Preview

  • Tournament: Euro 2024
  • Date: Tuesday, June 25
  • Kick-off Time: 05:00 pm GMT
  • Venue: Olympiastadion Berlin, Germany

Netherlands national football team will battle out in their final group game of the Euro 2024 campaign when they take on the Austria national football team in their third Group D game at the Olympiastadion Berlin. It would be an interesting battle between both the European sides.

Netherlands national football team will aim for a positive outcome on Tuesday against a side that are unbeaten in their last eight games across all competitions. Ronald Koeman’s side men have a huge job on their hands to secure their spot in the next round of the competition. Currently, they are level on points with France and occupy the top position in the group table.

Meanwhile, the Austria national football team have secured a 3-1 win over Poland in their last game almost confirming Poland’s exit from the summer tournament. Manager Ralf Rangnick will aim for the nation’s first major international tournament success in Germany.

Also Read: A tactical preview for Netherlands National Football Team playing at Euro 2024

Netherlands vs Austria Team News

Netherlands Squad
Netherlands Squad (Getty Images)

Netherlands national football team news

Netherlands, on the other hand, will be without Barcelona midfielder Frenkie De Jong and Atlanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners who will miss the Euros due to an ankle injury and was replaced by Chelsea defender Ian Maatsen. Xavi Simons could be included after his fantastic display against France. No injury concerns arose for the Dutch national side and Koeman should have every man available to him.

Austria national football team news

Austria Squad
Austria Squad (Getty Images)

Austria, on the other hand, will name an unchanged lineup after coming unscathed from their last game against Poland. Captain Marko Arnautovic who scored the third goal against Poland will lead his national in the final group game of their Euro 2024 campaign.

Predicted Lineups

Netherlands national football team Predicted lineup:

Verbruggen; Dumfries, De Vrij, Van Dijk, Ake; Veerman, Schouten; Malen, Reijnders, Gakpo; Depay

Austria national football team Predicted lineup:

Pentz; Posch, Danso, Wober, Mwene; Seiwald, Grillitsch; Laimer, Baumgartner, Sabitzer; Arnautovic

Head-to-Head

The two sides have faced off 19 times in the past, with Netherlands winning nine games while Austria secured six wins. The other four games ended in a draw between both sides.

Last five results:

Netherlands 0-2 Austria – UEFA European Championship – June 17, 2021
Austria 3-0 Netherlands – International Friendly – June 04, 2016
Netherlands 0-2 Austria – International Friendly – February 09, 2011
Austria 3-0 Netherlands – International Friendly – March 26, 2008
Netherlands 0-2 Austria – UEFA European Championship – September 06, 2003

Key Players to Watch out for

Cody Gakpo

Cody Gakpo
Cody Gakpo (Getty Images)

The Liverpool forward was on the scoresheet in the Netherlands’ 2-1 win over Poland in the opening game of the Euro 2024 campaign. On the night, Gakpo was the most dangerous attacker and was a worthy recipient of the Man of the Match Award.

Marko Arnautovic

Marko Arnautovic
Marko Arnautovic (Getty Images)

The Bologna striker scored a penalty in Austria’s last game against Poland to seal a crucial three points for his country. Arnautovic who found the back of the net in the 78th minute won the Serie A title with Inter Milan in the 2009-10 and 2023-24 seasons. The 35-year-old captain will lead Austria in Germany for their first major international tournament success.

Netherlands vs Austria Prediction

Netherlands national football team seemingly are the favourites after their dream start to the Euro 2024 campaign. The Orange finished second in their qualifying group, just four points behind World Champions France. They are now leading the group with four points after two games and are level on points with France.

Austria national football team, meanwhile, secured a well-fought 3-1 win over Poland in their second game of the Euro 2024 campaign. They have been on a lengthy unbeaten run across all competitions, avoiding defeat in eight games in succession. After defeating Poland in their last game, Austria are now in the hunt for the top-two spot in Group D.

Predicted Score: Netherlands 1-0 Austria 

Where to Watch Netherlands vs Austria Live?

QWhere to watch Netherlands vs Austria live in India?

The Netherlands vs Austria game will be televised on Sony Network/SonyLiv.

Q. Where to watch Netherlands vs Austria live game in UK?

The game between Netherlands and Austria will be live on Channel 4 in UK.

Q. Where to watch Netherlands vs Austria in USA?

The match between Netherlands and Austria will be available on FOX Sports.

Q. Where to watch the Netherlands vs Austria game in Netherlands?

The Netherlands vs Austria will be live on NOS for Netherlands fans.

Q. Where to watch Netherlands vs Austria live in Austria?

The Netherlands vs Austria game will be available on ServusTV, and ORF for Austria fans.

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