Key Stats & Insights
- Turkey have won their last three games against the Czech Republic.
- Both teams have scored in each of the Czech Republic’s last six matches.
- The Czech Republic has conceded in each of their last six games.
- The Czech Republic have scored in nine consecutive matches.
- The Czech Republic have not won any of their last three matches against Turkey.
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Czech Republic
The Czech Republic managed only a draw against Georgia on matchday two, making this upcoming match against Turkey a must-win to secure their Euro 2024 future. They have a history of struggling in group stages, having won only one of their last eight group games at the European Championship. Patrik Schickโs injury in the last match adds to their challenges.
Turkey
Turkey had a disappointing game against Portugal, losing 3-0, but their opening win against Georgia keeps their qualification hopes alive. They aim to secure a top-two finish and avoid relying on third place to progress. Turkey has a poor recent record in the Euros, losing seven of their last nine matches. They seek to progress from the group stage for the first time since 2008.
Team Form and Performance
Czech Republic โ Last 10 Competitive Games
- Record: 4 wins, 2 losses, 4 draws
- Goals: 1.4 goals per game from 5.3 shots on goal and 14.2 attempts
- Possession: 51.1%
- Corners: 5.2 per match
- Top Performers: Tomas Soucek and Vaclav Cerny (3 goals), Ladislav Krejci (2 goals), Vladimir Coufal (2 assists), Jindrich Stanek and Ales Mandous (2 clean sheets)
Turkey โ Last 10 Competitive Games
- Record: 6 victories, 2 defeats, 2 draws
- Goals: 1.7 goals per game from 14.4 attempts and 5.6 shots on goal
- Possession: 56.4%
- Corners: 5.6 per match
- Top Performers: Kerem Akturkoglu (3 goals), Arda Guler and Cenk Tosun (2 goals each), Orkun Kokcu (2 assists)
Head-to-Head Records
In their last meeting in November 2022, Turkey defeated the Czech Republic 2-1. Historically, Turkey has dominated, winning their last three encounters and scoring six goals to the Czech Republic’s one. Turkey has won both previous European Championship meetings against the Czech Republic (3-2 in 2008 and 2-0 in 2016).
Possible Player Form and Availability
Czech Republic Likely Lineup (3-4-3):
- Goalkeeper: Jindrich Stanek
- Defenders: Ladislav Krejci II, Robin Hranac, Vladimir Coufal, David Jurasek
- Midfielders: Tomas Holes, Lukas Provod, Tomas Soucek
- Forwards: Adam Hlozek, Patrik Schick, Vaclav Cerny
Turkey Likely Lineup (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Altay Bayindir
- Defenders: Zeki Celik, Samet Akaydin, Abdulkerim Bardakci, Ferdi Kadioglu
- Midfielders: Hakan Calhanoglu, Kaan Ayhan, Orkun Kokcu
- Forwards: Yunus Akgun, Kerem Akturkoglu, Baris Yilmaz
Market Analysis (Odds)
- Czech Republic Win: 2.70
- Turkey Win: 2.75
- Draw: 3.10
Over 2.5 Goals is the market leader, indicating a high-scoring match. Both Teams to Score Yes is priced at 1.80. The Draw No Bet market offers both teams at 1.83 for the win.
Predictions
Turkeyโs recent success against the Czech Republic and their need to secure a top-two finish suggest they will be motivated for a win. The Czech Republic may struggle defensively, making it likely for Turkey to capitalize on their chances.
Prediction: Czech Republic 1-2 Turkey
Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Goals at odds of 2.10, expecting at least three goals in the match.