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Group A
Portugal finished second, to Poland, in Group A Euro qualifying after going 7W-6D-1L in 14 games. They scored 24 goals and allowed 10. In Euro 2004 they qualified for the Quarter Finals by finishing in first place. Portugal were runner-ups to the Euro 2004 Champions. Portugal has to make sure that the pressure does not get to them, they made the final last Euro and their expected to go just as far. With Cristiano Ronaldo leading the way, their solid defence, splendid midfield and a host of goal-hungry forwards it shouldn’t be a problem to qualify. Portugal is listed as -300 moneyline favs to survive qualifying.
The Czech Republic finished first in Group D Euro qualifying after going 9W-2D-1L in 12 games. They scored 27 goals and allowed 5. In Euro 2004 they qualified for the Quarter Finals by finishing in first place. The success of the Czech team is down mainly to the performance of veteran striker Jan Koller and the brilliant defensive play of Marek Jankulovski. They are now without Pavel Nedved, who has retired from international football. They also lost the talented of Tomas Rosicky through injury. Someone else is going to have to step up. The Czech Republic are listed as -165 moneyline favs to survive qualifying.
Turkey finished second, to Greece, in Group C Euro qualifying after going 7W-3D-2L in 12 matches. They scored 25 goals and allowed 11. Turkey failed to make the Euro 2004 tournament. Turkey are without Hakan Sükür, but with a team that consists of players from English, Spanish and German top teams, they might be able to squeak through. It might come down to inexperience as a fault. Turkey is listed as +200 underdogs to qualify.
Switzerland automatically qualifies because they are the host nation.
Group B
Germany finished second, to Czech Republic, in Euro qualifying after going 8W-3D-1L in 12 matches. They scored 35 goals and allowed 7. In Euro 2004 they qualified for the Quarter Finals by finishing in first place. Germany are always expected to win any competition they enter. They finished third at the 2006 World Cup and this time around they’ll have a new coach. They’ll have increased confidence as they practically marched through the qualifiers with ease. They are the favourites of Group B as Germany are listed as -1100 moneyline favs to make the Quarter Finals.
Croatia finished first in Euro qualifying after going 9W-2D-1L, they scored 28 goals and allowed 8. In Euro 2004 they qualified for the Quarter Finals by finishing in second place. Croatia has a mix ofyouth and veteran players. The veteran leadership of Niko Kovac and the youthful gamesmanship of Mladen Petric will be key for this squad. They beat England at Wembley, which means that they are definitely not to be underestimated. Croatia is listed as -275 moneyline favs to survive qualifying.
Poland finished first in Group A after going 8W-4D-2L in 14 matches. They scored 24 goals and allowed 12. Poland failed to make the Euro 2004 tournament. They don’t have much to look forward to. Poland are listed as +180 underdogs. Austria automatically qualifies because they are the host nation.
Austria automatically qualifies because they are the host nation.
Group C (Group of Death)
Italy finished in first place in Group B Euro qualifying after going 9W-2D-1L in 12 matches. They scored 22 goals and allowed 9. In Euro 2004 they qualified for the Quarter Finals by finishing in first place. The only time World Cup winners have gone on to win the European Championship was when France won in 1998. They lost superstar captain Fabio Cannavaro. Italy is listed as -250 moneyline favorite to survive qualifying.
France finished second, to Italy, in Group B Euro qualifying after going 8W-2D-2L in 12 matches. They scored 22 goals and allowed 5. France went 8-0 through qualifying to advance into quarter finals. On a bad note they lost to Scotland twice during qualifying and are too up and down, lacking the leadership of a Zinedine Zidane. But they still have a roster of stars that can get the job done. France is listed as -220 moneyline favs to make the Quarter finals.
Holland finished second, to Romania, in Group G Euro qualifying after going 8W-2D-2L in 12 matches. They scored 15 goals and allowed 5. In Euro 2004 they qualified for the Quarter Finals by finishing in second place. Holland might have gained a spot only with a second place finish, but this squad is just as strong as any previous. Ruud van Nistelrooy will once again lead a well-balanced team. They need a good outing after a horrible 2006 World Cup outing. Holland is listed as -130 moneyline fav to survive qualifying.
Romania finished first in Group G Euro qualifying after going 9-W-2D-1L in 12 matches. They scored 26 goals and allowed 7. Romania failed to qualify in the Euro 2004 tournament. They might be lacking a Gheorghe Hagi but they were tops in their qualifying group, beating even the Dutch. The closest thing they have to a star is the steady Adrian Mutu. Romania are listed as +325 to make the Quarter finals.
Group D
Spain finished in first place Group F Euro qualifying after going 9W-1D-2L in 12 matches. They scored 23 goals and allowed 8. In Euro 2004 they qualified for the Quarter Finals by finishing in second place. Spain start each national competition with lofty goals of winning it all. They then provide the type of play that makes you believe they can actually do it. Then they crash and burn in a disappointing manner. Spain is listed as -650 moneyline favs to qualify for quarters.
Sweden finished second, to Spain, in Euro Group F qualifying after going 8W-2D-2L. They scored 23 goals and allowed 9. In Euro 2004 they qualified for the Quarter Finals by finishing in first place. Swedish football has always been about a unit of hard-working players well versed in the fundamentals of the game, and a few stars who can provide the surprise factor. Sweden is listed as +110 underdog.
Russia finished in second place, to Croatia, in Group E Euro qualifying after going 7W-3D-2L. They scored 18 goals and allowed 7. In Euro 2004 they qualified for the Quarter Finals by finishing in second place. Russia made it in, not by playing good, but because other top teams lost. Russia is listed as +120 underdogs.
Greece finished first in Group C Euro qualifying after going 10W-1D-1L. They scored 25 goals and allowed 10. In Euro 2004 they qualified first place and went on to be Euro Champs. They finished this year with the best Euro qualifying record. They bring the same recipe and the same miracle-working coach. The side that taught us team unity, desire and hard work are more important than world stars and flashy play will once again be in the hunt for the title. Greece are listed as +140 underdogs, WHAT!
2008 UEFA European Football Championship
When: Sat, June 7 – 29 12:00 PM ET
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The Bottom Line: Group A: Portugal, Czech Republic – Group B: Germany, Croatia – Group C: Netherlands, France – Group D: Greece, Spain. Get your Euro 2008 Prop Bet: Who will qualify from Group action Prediction in now at BetUS.com and recieve a 10% sign-up bonus on your initial deposit.
