Austria Poised to Extend Euro 2024 Run Against Turkey

As the highly anticipated Euro 2024 tournament reaches the Round of 16, our football betting expert offers his predictions and insights for the captivating clash between Austria and Turkey.

Austria, the surprise winners of Group D, are set to take on Turkey in what promises to be an entertaining last-16 encounter. The Austrians, who finished ahead of France and the Netherlands in the group stage, are tipped to extend their impressive run at Euro 2024 with a victory over the Crescent-Stars.

Austria vs Turkey Betting Tips

• Austria-Austria Double Result @ 21/10 with Betfred
• Marcel Sabitzer Anytime Goalscorer @ 5/2 with Betfred
• Abdulkerim Bardakci to be Shown a Card @ 11/5 with Betfred

Expect Another Fast Start from Confident Austria

Austria’s dominance over Turkey was evident in their 6-1 friendly victory in March, and the team will be brimming with confidence as they prepare for Tuesday’s rematch. The Austrians have been on a fine run, winning eight of their last 10 international matches, including a 2-0 friendly victory against Germany in November 2023.

“With early goals being a hallmark of Austria’s recent success, they should be backed to lead at both half-time and full-time against Turkey. The Crescent-Stars conceded two goals inside the first half-hour of their 3-0 group stage defeat to Portugal, suggesting Austria’s fast pace could prove troublesome.”

Sabitzer Thriving in Attacking Role for National Team

Austria’s midfielder Marcel Sabitzer, who had a brief spell at Manchester United, has been a standout performer for the national team at this tournament. Usually deployed in a defensive midfield role for Borussia Dortmund, Sabitzer has been pushed further forward for Austria, and the move has paid dividends.

With five shots in the group win over Poland and a goal against the Netherlands, Sabitzer has demonstrated his attacking prowess. Given Turkey’s defensive vulnerabilities, showcased in their group stage matches, the Dortmund star should be backed to add to his international goal tally.

Centre-Back Could Add to Turkey’s Card Collection

Turkey’s final group game against the Czech Republic was a card-filled affair, with a new Euros record of 18 cards being shown. As a result, the Crescent-Stars will be missing captain Hakan Calhanoglu and centre-back Samet Akaydin for the last-16 tie.

Akaydin’s partner, Abdulkerim Bardakci, returns from a one-match ban, having been booked in the first two group games. Bardakci could struggle to stay out of trouble, with Austria’s energetic and attack-minded midfielders likely to cause him problems.

All odds are courtesy of Betfred, correct at the time of publishing and subject to change.

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