Croatia vs Czech Republic Prediction 18.06.2021

Here's our Croatia vs Czech Republic Prediction analysis: Czech Republic will be looking to make it two wins from two when they go head-to-head with struggling Croatia in this crunch European Championship fixture at Hampden Park on Friday evening.

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Match status: Euro 2021 - Round 2
Kick-off: Friday 18 Jun 2021, 04:00pm CET
 Venue: Hampden Park (Glasgow)

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Following their exploits at the previous edition of the World Cup, many expected fireworks from Croatia in the Euros, and quite rightly so. Already off to a poor start, the Blazers will be keen on setting the record straight with a positive result here.

Meanwhile, Czech Republic are currently topping their qualifying section, thanks to a thumping 2-0 victory over Scotland – Schick scoring a brace to clinch maximum points for his side. Now, they will be hoping for more of the same against this beleaguered Croatia outfit.

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In a mood for handouts, Croatia gifted England a narrow 1-0 victory on the last matchday. Before the game, the Three Lions had never emerged victorious in any of their opening European Championship fixtures.

But as the Englishmen lined up to tackle Dalic’s men, they dominated proceedings and were deservedly winners in the end. Sterling’s second-half strike – only goal of the match – drove a dagger through the hearts of the Croatians.

Having suffered that acrimonious defeat on matchday one, the Blazers will be raring to return to the pitch to pick themselves back up. It goes without saying that they will be going for the kill, knowing fully well that a loss could end their Euro 2020 journey.

Since reaching the finals of the 2018 World Cup, Croatia have struggled to hold up their stature as one of Europe’s juggernauts. Placed third in Group D, time is running out on Vatreni to climb up the ladder. This fixture will be a stern test for the Blazers.

Czech Republic, on the other hand, are living up to the billing as one of the surprise packages of the tournament. Their strong performance against Scotland has won them admirers in the media – most of whom are touting them for a good competition run.

Patrick Schick turned cream of the crop for Silhavy’s charges, with two well-taken goals to get his side off to a flyer in the Euros. With the striker announcing his sheer brilliance in that game, you’d expect the weight on the player’s shoulders to be more from here on.

His strike from the half-way line may well have already clinched the award for goal of the tournament, but there is still a lot of work to do for the Czechs, who are gunning for back-to-back Euro wins for the second-time in their history.

Injured or Suspended Players

Croatia: No injuries or suspensions.
Czech Republic: No injuries or suspensions.

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Croatia vs Czech Republic Predictions

In the attack department, Zlatko Dalic has a flurry of options at his disposal, and you’d expect the gaffer to field a fearsome frontline. Also, the legendary Luka Modric will occupy the No. 10 role, to attempt splitting up CZE’s defense.

While Czech Republic overcame the Scots last time out, the latter had their fair share of superb chances. This shows that Silhavy’s men have some weaknesses at the back. Hence, we will go out on a limb to back Croatia for victory.