Euro Cup 2024 Quarter Finals: Netherlands vs Turkey Match Prediction, Team news, Head-to-Head, Betting Tips, Odds and Top Players.
The Netherlands will face the resilient Turkey side in a quarter-final match-up of Euro 2024 at Berlin’s legendary Olympiastadion on Saturday.
The Oranje have not been up to the mark despite boasting a strong attacking talent. They narrowly defeated Poland 2-1 and delivered a lackluster performance against France. Then they overcame Romania 3-0 but faced a setback against Austria. However, they appear to be peaking at the right time, and with players like Cody Gakpo in the side, it won’t be surprising to see the Dutch progressing deeper. This is the first time since 2008 that the Dutch have made it to the quarterfinals of the Euro Cup.
Turkey has emerged as the tournament’s dark horse, standing resilient in the top 8 as the only team ranked outside the top 20. Their resolute defense turned heads in their opener against Georgia. Although Portugal defeated them, they redeemed themselves with a narrow victory over the Czech Republic. Known for their tenacity, Turkey crushed Austria in the group stage. A historic moment came when Mehir Demiral scored the fastest goal in Euro playoff history, under 58 seconds. Turkey’s never-give-up attitude and aggressive attack could bring them victory if executed to perfection.
This match is a battle for survival, with a semi-final spot at stake.
Match Details
Date: July 06, 2024
Time: 3 PM ET/Noon PT
Venue: Olympiastadion, Berlin 
Team News
Netherlands Overview
Recent Form: W-W-W D-L-W
Injuries/Suspensions: All fit
Predicted Line Up (4-2-3-1): Verbruggen; Dumfries, De Vrij, Van Dijk, Aké; Frimpong, Schouten, Reijnders; Xavi Simons, Gakpo, Memphis Depay.
Turkey Overview
Recent Form: D-L-W-L-W-W
Injuries/Suspensions: Orkun Kokcu (Suspension), Ismail Yuksek (Suspension)
Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Gunok; Kadioglu, Demiral, Bardakci, Muldur; Ozcan, Ayhan; Yildiz, Calhanoglu, Yilmaz; Guler
Head-to-Head
The Netherlands and Turkey have engaged in twelve competitive encounters. The Netherlands hold an advantage with six victories, while Turkey has secured four wins, with two matches ending in a draw.
Top Players Predictions
Cody Gakpo (Netherlands)
Cody Gakpo has become crucial for the Dutch survival in this tournament. He has scored three goals so far, boosting his teammates’ morale. Gakpo has been in exceptional form, particularly after joining Liverpool in 2023. With 21 goals in 47 matches, his clinical finishing and ability to create scoring opportunities make him a key player against Turkey.
Arda Güler (Turkey)
Dubbed the ‘Turkish Messi,’ Arda Güler turned the game around with his 65th-minute goal against Georgia. His assist to Merih Demiral for the winning goal against Austria added to his impressive performance, including scoring the fastest goal in Euro history. Güler’s ability to both score and assist, reminiscent of Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo, makes him a vital asset for Turkey. His youthful dynamism and unpredictable flair could be crucial for Turkey’s success.
Betting Tips and Odds
- Netherlands to win- 1.31x odds from Parimatch
- Total goals to be under 2.5- 2.13x odds from 1xbet
- Both teams to not score- 1.94x odds from 1xbet
Prediction
While Turkey has shown impressive resilience and attacking prowess, they face a formidable challenge in the Netherlands. We anticipate a tough fight from Turkey, but the Netherlands are likely to emerge victorious. The winning team will face either Switzerland or England in the semi-finals, with both teams eager to capitalize on this significant opportunity.
Final Prediction:
Netherlands 2-1 Turkey
