The bookmakers seem to be confident with making Portugal the near even money favourites in this encounter.
And why not? Portugal are playing on home soil and what’s more they have one of the finest football players of our generation amongst their ranks.
However, there may be one fact that the bookmakers have overlooked. The last time that Portugal played in the final of a major tournament at home, they lost.
This happened at Euro 2004 when a second-half goal from Angelos Charisteas sealed a famous win for Greece in Lisbon. Will the story repeat itself? It’s hard to say. After all, Portugal, just like in 2004, are the favourites.
Nevertheless, the betting recommendation is to back the away side. Finals are often 50/50 affairs meaning it makes more sense just to go for the team that is better priced.
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Portugal vs Netherlands
PaddyPower Pre-Match Odds: Portugal 6/5, Draw 21/10. Netherlands 23/10*
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The bookmakers seem to be confident with making Portugal the near even money favourites in this encounter.
And why not? Portugal are playing on home soil and what’s more they have one of the finest football players of our generation amongst their ranks.
However, there may be one fact that the bookmakers have overlooked. The last time that Portugal played in the final of a major tournament at home, they lost.
This happened at Euro 2004 when a second-half goal from Angelos Charisteas sealed a famous win for Greece in Lisbon. Will the story repeat itself? It’s hard to say. After all, Portugal, just like in 2004, are the favourites.
Nevertheless, the betting recommendation is to back the away side. Finals are often 50/50 affairs meaning it makes more sense just to go for the team that is better priced.
Recommendation
Netherlands to win – 5/2 bet365
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Portugal - Last 5 Matches
Netherlands - Last 5 Matches