Netherlands vs Austria – Match Preview

In a crucial European Championship clash, the Netherlands will face Austria at the Olympiastadion. This EURO Grp. D Round 3 encounter is set for Monday, June 25th, with a 16:00 GMT kickoff. The Dutch team leads the group with 4 points, boasting a strong defense with only one goal conceded. Austria, in third place with 3 points, has a more dynamic scoreline. This match is pivotal for both teams’ hopes of advancing, promising a fierce competition for the vital points.

Netherlands – Form

The Netherlands have displayed solid form in their recent matches. Their latest game against France on June 21, 2024, ended in a goalless draw, surprising many. Before this, they achieved a 2:1 win over Poland, with goals from Cody Gakpo and Wout Weghorst. They also celebrated a dominant 4:0 victory against Iceland, showcasing their offensive strength. These performances have largely met bookmakers’ expectations.

Austria – Form

Austria’s recent performances have been varied. Their last match on June 21, 2024, saw a 3-1 win against Poland. Gernot Trauner, Christoph Baumgartner, and Marko Arnautovic scored, matching bookmakers’ predictions. Before this, they faced a 1-0 defeat to France and secured a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in a friendly. These outcomes demonstrate their resilience, aligning with expectations.

Netherlands – Austria – Head to Head

The last match between these teams was on June 17, 2021. The Netherlands won 2:0. Over the last 10 games, the Dutch team has won all, showing their dominance. In the last 5 matches, only one team scored. The Netherlands has scored in their last 7 games against Austria. In 5 of these games, more than 2.5 goals were scored, indicating the potential for a high-scoring match.

Netherlands – Austria – Standings

As Round 3 of the EURO Grp. D approaches, the Netherlands leads with 4 points. Austria is in third place with 3 points. The Dutch have a goal difference of +1, while Austria’s is +1. This match is crucial for determining the group’s final standings. It will test both teams and could change the leaderboard.

Netherlands vs Austria – Top scorers

Wout Weghorst leads the Dutch attack with 4 goals. Virgil van Dijk and Donyell Malen have each scored 2 goals. Memphis Depay and Georginio Wijnaldum have added one each. For Austria, Christoph Baumgartner has scored 6 times. Michael Gregoritsch has 4 goals. Marcel Sabitzer, Marko Arnautovic, and Gernot Trauner have each scored once. This shows both teams have multiple scoring threats.

Netherlands vs Austria – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor a Netherlands win at odds of 2.05. The Dutch have a strong record against Austria, winning their last six matches. They have also been strong in recent matches, not losing in 13 of their last 15. Austria faces challenges, missing key players due to injuries. For alternative bets, the “halftime-fulltime” Netherlands win is at 2.75. The “draw-no-bet” option for the Netherlands offers a safety net at 1.444. The “double-chance” for a Netherlands win or draw is at 1.222.

Netherlands vs Austria – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” odds are set at 2.00, appealing to those expecting a high-scoring game. Austria’s ability to score suggests they can contribute to the total. The “Under 2.5” at 1.80 may attract those expecting a closer game.

Netherlands vs Austria – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are 1.80, indicating a fair chance of both teams scoring. Given the Netherlands’ defensive record and Austria’s scoring form, “BTTS: No” at 1.909 might be more likely.

Netherlands vs Austria – Prediction