UEFA Euro 2024: Romania vs. Netherlands Match Preview
UEFA Euro 2024 is back in Action this week with an exciting match between Romania and Netherlands at the Allianz Arena on Tuesday. With both teams eager to secure a win, this encounter promises to be a key battle in the tournament.
Romania has exceeded expectations by finishing at the top of Euro Group E, showcasing their resilience throughout the group stage. Despite a 1-1 draw with Slovakia in their last outing, they have shown that they can compete with Europe’s best. Romania will need to elevate their performance to overcome a strong Netherlands side.
The Netherlands finished third in Group D and have yet to fully hit their stride in this tournament. Following a tough 3-2 loss to Austria, the Oranje will be looking to bounce back and demonstrate their capabilities. Despite their inconsistent form, the Dutch possess a wealth of talent and will be determined to prove themselves in this crucial fixture.
Team News and Lineups
Romania
Romania’s coach Iordanescu faces a forced change in defense as left-back Nicusor Bancu is suspended after accumulating yellow cards. Vasile Mogos is likely to step in at left-back, shifting Andrei Ratiu to the right side.
In attack, Marin has returned to full training after a brief injury, giving Iordanescu a selection headache with Ianis Hagi, Dennis Man, Florinel Coman, and Valentin Mihaila all competing for starting spots alongside Denis Dragus.
Romania Predicted Lineup: Nita; Mogos, Dragusin, Burca, Ratiu; R. Marin, S. Marin, Stanciu; Hagi, Dragus, Coman.
Netherlands
Ronald Koeman has a full squad to choose from, though a tactical change is anticipated in midfield. Joey Veerman, who was substituted early in the loss to Austria, may make way for Xavi Simons, who is expected to bring more creativity. This adjustment will likely see Tijjani Reijnders drop into a deeper role alongside Jerdy Schouten.
In attack, Joshua Zirkzee is back to full fitness but Memphis Depay, who scored in the last match, is set to retain his starting role as he closes in on Robin van Persie’s national goal record.
Netherlands Predicted Lineup: Verbruggen; Dumfries, De Vrij, Van Dijk, Ake; Reijnders, Schouten; Frimpong, Simons, Gakpo; Depay.
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