Jul

2021

Switzerland pulled off the shock of the last-16 by eliminating world champions France via penalty shootout. Goalkeeper Yann Sommer was the hero after saving Kylian Mbappe's decisive spot kick, but captain Granit Xhaka and striker Haris Seferovic were the driving force in the comeback to take the game into extra time. Arsenal midfielder Xhaka's passing has been as striking as his bleached blond hair, while Seferovic's double against Les Blues took his tally at the tournament to three. In Spain they face the most free-flowing team in terms of goals, with 10 scored in their past two games. Alvaro Morata silenced a few critics with a superbly taken goal in the 5-3 win over Croatia but it was his all-round performance that really caught the eye. Few front men have a better standup game than Morata and Spain's midfielders need little encouragement in bombing beyond the Atletico Madrid man knowing he is so comfortable controlling the ball at his feet. Unai Simon atoned for his gaffe that led to Croatia's first goal with some outstanding saves but there is a nagging sense that 'La Roja' have been made to look good by inferior opposition. Prediction: Spain into the semis

Know an expert prediction that should be listed on this site?

Prediction contents and URL:
(required - please include the prediction and a URL to the source)
Your username:
(optional - if you'd like your username to be associated with the prediction)
Your e-mail address:
(optional - if you'd like to be updated about this prediction)

Information sent, thank you!

Contact:

mail@predictionrecord.com