Germany Euro 2020: Team News, Odds & Predictions
Having not won the European Championships since 1996, Germany will be going all out for success at Euro 2020. In what is head coach Joachim Löw’s final hurrah with the team, many fans are expecting big things from “Die Mannschaft”. So, can Germany rediscover the form that helped win them the 2014 World Cup? In order to help predict their chances, let’s take a look at some key details surrounding the German national team. This includes how they reached Euro 2020 and their key players.
Germany History
Germany have a fantastic record at major tournaments, having won the World Cup four times, as well as the Euro’s on three separate occasions. However, Germany were beaten at the semi-final stage of the tournament in both 2012 and 2016. They came unstuck against Italy in 2012, before being beaten by hosts France in 2016, with both having failed to go on and win the title. Germany also won the Confederations Cup in 2017, with their history speaking for itself.
How Germany Qualified for Euro 2020
Germany dropped just three points during their qualifying campaign, meaning that they reached the Euro 2020 finals with relative ease. Winning 7 out of their 8 matches, Germany ended their Group C campaign with 21 points and a goal difference of +23. Their only defeat came in a 4-2 loss against Holland, however a 6-1 win over Northern Ireland and and 8-0 success over Estonia demonstrated their dominance. Bayern Munich attacker Serge Gnabry finished as the group’s joint-top scorer, having found the back of the net eight times. Club teammate Leon Goretzka scored four times.
Germany in Group F
Germany would have certainly liked an easier draw, having found themselves in the same group as France, Portugal and Hungary. Both France and Portugal are among the favourites to win Euro 2020, who Germany face in their opening two matches. Löw’s side could well need a result from their final group match against Hungary, however they will be boosted by the fact that all three ties take place at the Allianz Arena in the German capital.
- France vs Germany – Allianz Arena, Munich – June 15 20:00
- Portugal vs Germany – Allianz Arena, Munich – June 19 17:00
- Germany vs Hungary – Allianz Arena, Munich – June 23 20:00
Germany Euro 2020: Odds & Predictions
Punters looking to bet on Germany winning Euro 2020 can do so at best odds of 9/1 from SportNation. Meanwhile, the following is how other leading bookies have priced the team ahead of the tournament getting underway:
| Bet365 | 7/1 | |
| Tonybet | 8/1 | |
| 888Sport | 7/1 | |
| SportNation | 9/1 | |
| Betfair | 9/2 | |
| NetBet | 15/2 | |
| William Hill | 8/1 | |
| Ladbrokes | 8/1 |
Elsewhere, having starred during qualifying, Gnabry is 33/1 with Bet365 to win the golden boot award at Euro 2020. Alternatively, a bet on Joshua Kimmich winning player of the tournament can be placed at odds of 40/1 at Betvictor. Germany regularly go deep into tournaments, making odds of 2/1 from 888Sport for them to reach at least the last four are appealing. Finally, given the quality on display in Group F, a bet can be placed on this being the highest scoring group, available at a price of 7/2 with Betfair.
The Manager
Joachim Löw is the long-standing German head coach. The 61-year-old has been in charge since back in 2006, having previously acted as assistant. The former Fenerbahce and Stuttgart boss made a name for himself as one of the top coaches around, leading Germany to the Euro 2008 final, before winning the 2014 World Cup. He won the FIFA Coach of the Year award in 2014. He will be replaced by Hans-Dieter Flick after Euro 2020.
Standout Players
The German squad has a seemingly good blend of youth and experience. The likes of Mats Hummels, Kimmich, Toni Kroos and İlkay Gündoğan have played a major role in Germany’s success over the years. Meanwhile, having recently scored the winning goal in the Champions League final, Kai Havertz will be hoping to feature heavily. He will be joined in the squad by Chelsea teammates Timo Werner and Antonio Rüdiger. Jamal Musiala is the youngest player in the squad, with the Bayern Munich man having switched allegiences from England to Germany last year.
Germany’s Strengths & Weaknesses
Germany have long been known for their efficiency. The team has a habit of not playing their best, yet still finding a way to make it through to the next round. The current team has a good mix of speed and technique, with an attacking trio of Havertz, Werner and Gnabry being very exciting. In terms of potential weaknesses, Germany could find themselves unstuck against the pace of Mbappe and Ronaldo. The likes of Robin Gosens and Marcel Halstenberg are not among the best full-backs set to feature at Euro 2020.
Our Prediction for Germany at Euro 2020
It takes a brave person to back against Germany at a major tournament. While they are perhaps not the team of old, their form in the build-up to Euro 2020 is ominous for other challengers. As a result, we recommend placing a bet on Germany reaching the semi-finals, which is available at appealing odds of 2/1 with 888Sport. This is the stage of the competition in which Germany has been eliminated in the last two Euro’s, meaning that they will be extra motivated to give themselves another shop at reaching the final.