Portugal Euro 2020/2021 Odds, Predictions & Squad

The reigning European champions are back to defend the title, and it will be no easy task to take the glory away from them. The Portugal Euro 2020 team is filled with talent, skill and experience; hence it is among the top 5 favorites in every bookmaker. The Selecao excels in Euro competitions with three semi-finals and two finals since 2002. This year they hope to keep up with tradition. Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes and Ruben Dias are parts of a world-class squad under the guidance of Fernando Santos. But how does all this stack up against other major contenders?

At Bookmakers.bet we look into every detail of the UEFA Euro 2020 Portugal squad. Called-up players, match schedule and tactics are on the menu. Up-to-date odds on daily and outright markets on the Portugal Euro 2020 group will give you high-value betting opportunities. Our picks and predictions will cover group matches, selections on the knockout phases up to the final and Player Specials. 

Portugal Euro 2021 Odds & Predictions 

Portugal ranks fifth among sportsbooks in most likely winners of Euro 2021, with odds around 9.00 (8/1). Higher placed teams like England and France are pretty close in odds (6.00 or 5/1). Considering the fierce competition of the tournament, it is clear that Portugal is one of the teams that bettors believe can reach the end of the road. The main reason for this is the quality of the players that will represent the Selecao. Having great seasons with crucial roles in the Premier League top teams and the Serie A speaks volumes.

But can Portugal win Euro 2020 and repeat the triumph of 2016? That will be apparent from the group matches. Drawn in the ‘’Group of Death’’ (Group F), Portugal will face France, Germany and Hungary. Apart from the tough opponents, the Selecao will play all games on foreign ground. Two matches in Budapest (including France vs Portugal Euro 2020 game) and one in Munich (Germany vs Portugal Euro 2020 game). Even one slip and Portugal could face England in the Round of 16. Therefore, first place could pave the way for reaching far in the tournament. Check our picks and predictions for Portugal in Player Specials and outrights.

✔️Group F ⏩ Portugal to finish 1st @4.50 (7/2) odds
✔️UEFA Best Player of the tournament ⏩ Bruno Fernandes @29.00 (28/1) odds
✔️Euro 2020⏩ Portugal to win the tournament @9.00 (8/1) odds

Portugal Euro 2020 Fixtures & Schedule 

In the most competitive Euro 2020 group, Portugal will have a mountain to climb to finish first. France and Germany are among the favorites of winning the trophy, and Hungary is no pushover. The Mannschaft will play all games at home compared to the Selecao, which could give them a heads-on advantage. Still, the world-class players of the Portugal Euro 2020 team can overcome this obstacle. According to bookies, Germany and France are joint-favorites of winning Group F at 2.40 (7/5) odds. Portugal stands at 4.50 (7/2) and Hungary at 41.00 (40/1).

Before placing your bet on Portugal, you must get familiar with the pairings in the knockout phase. A first-place finish means that the Selecao will play against one of the third best-placed Groups A, B, or C teams. A second-place finish translates to a clash against the winner of Group B, most likely England. If the Euro 2020 Portugal squad finishes in third place, it will meet with Group B or C winners. Chances are, these will be Belgium or the Netherlands. We layout the complete fixtures of the Portugal Euro 2020 group below.

Portugal's Group Matches	Date	Venue
Hungary vs. Portugal	15th June 2021 / 18:00 CET	Puskas Arena, Budapest
Portugal vs. Germany	19th June 2021 / 18:00 CET	Allianz Arena, Munich
Portugal vs. France	23rd June 2021 / 21:00 CET	Puskas Arena, Budapest

Can Portugal win Group F 

A squad filled with talent like Portugal can emerge victorious even in such a close group. The endgame for Ronaldo, Fernandes and co. is winning the trophy, which becomes simpler if they finish first. You can place your bets on the Selecao at the following prices:

⏩To Win Group @4.50 (7/2)
⏩To Qualify Group @1.25 (1/4)
⏩To Place 2nd @2.88 (15/8)
⏩Not to Qualify Group @6.00 (5/1)

As we explained above, it is essential to know the potential matchups in the knockout phase. Each position translates to a different opponent, which we show below:

Portugal's Group Place	Last-16 Probable Opponents
1st	3rd place Group A (Italy, Turkey, Wales, Switzerland) / 3rd place Group B (Denmark, Finland, Belgium, Russia) / 3rd place Group C (Netherlands, Ukraine, Austria, North Macedonia)
2nd	Winner Group D (England, Croatia, Scotland, Czech Republic)
3rd*	Winner Group B (Denmark, Finland, Belgium, Russia) / Winner Group C (Netherlands, Ukraine, Austria, North Macedonia)

*If Group F gives one of the best 3rd-placed teams to advance to the Last-16.

From an objective point of view, both Group and pairings are tough on the Portugal Euro 2020 team. The only exception is the first-place finish, which will seed the Selecao, with one of the best third-placed teams of Groups A, B, or C. Every other position will require a considerable effort to go through the quarter-finals. Should Portugal finish second, it will play against England, the big favorite of winning the trophy. If it finishes third, the Netherlands or Belgium will most likely wait. Again, formidable opponents with almost equal chances.

✔️Our prediction: Since Portugal wants to win Euro 2021, it has to defeat the best. A good start is by doing that in the group stage. First place pays at 4.50 (7/2) odds.

What odds & bets bookies offer for Portugal 

In every bookmaker, Portugal ranks high in terms of winning the title. That is no surprise since elite players will implement the Fernando Santos plan. Furthermore, many footballers also took part in the Euro 2016 victory, bringing on the team experience and winning spirit. 

The star player is no other than Cristiano Ronaldo (173 caps, 103 goals). One of our era’s most successful and famous football players, he will be the spearhead of the Euro 2020 Portugal squad. Coming from a great season with 36 goals scored in Juventus, he wants to keep up that form in the tournament. A five-time holder of Ballon d’Or and Champions League, he is ready for another dominant performance. If the Selecao goes to the very end, Ronaldo has a good chance of being the tournament’s top goalscorer. Such an outcome pays at 10.00 (9/1).

Bruno Fernandes (27 caps, two goals) is the mastermind of the Portuguese team. Since he joined Manchester United 18 months ago, he grew to one of the top midfielders in European football. The 28 goals and 17 assists this season explain why we expect him to shine in Euro 2020. Should Portugal emerge victoriously, Fernandes is the most likely one to be named UEFA Best Player of the tournament. At the odds of 29.00 (28/1), it can return significant value.

✔️Our prediction: In such a close competition, all projections are risky—however, the Portugal Euro 2020 team appears to have almost zero weakness. Each position has experienced players, which come from successful seasons. The odds for Portugal to win the tournament at 9.00 (8/1) might seem low, but we can combine it with another market. Portugal to win, and Cristiano Ronaldo as the top goalscorer pay a hefty 29.00 (28/1).

Portugal Euro 2020/2021 Lineup & Tactics 

We evaluate all factors that make up the UEFA Euro 2020 Portugal team. Final call-ups, last matches and players left out are taken into consideration. Moreover, we assess the tactics and the lineup that Fernando Santos is likely to follow.

The Squad 

On May 20, Santos revealed the entire squad that will represent the country in Euro 2020. A-list players provide impressive depth and pack every line. No surprises in the call-ups, as the manager included all the big names. The complete list goes as follows:

The Key Players & Tactics

Prominent footballers make up every line of the Euro 2020 Portugal squad. You cannot easily find a dent in that armor, and that starts with defense. Ruben Dias and Joao Cancelo have been crowned champions with Manchester City after an exceptional season. Dias, in particular, was named FWA Footballer of the Year in England, the first defender to win that title since 1989. Bruno Fernandes will be setting up the plays in the midfield, and Bernardo Silva will feed the attackers. Cristiano Ronaldo and Diogo Jota will do what they know better, score goals.

Looking at the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers, we can spot that Santos opted for a 4-3-2-1 formation. Portugal had a rough time against Serbia and Azerbaijan before an easy win vs. Luxembourg. The manager changed a lot of players in defense and the midfield partly due to injuries. The good thing is that there are no absences in the final call-ups; hence Santos will have all his weapons available.

The Probable Lineup 

In the preferred 4-3-2-1 formation, Rui Patricio will be the goalkeeper. Ruben Dias and Pepe combine talent, enthusiasm and experience as center-backs. Joao Cancelo and Raphael Guerreiro will fill up the left and right wing-back positions, respectively. Danilo Pereira will act as a sweeper in front of the defense, while Bruno Fernandes and Ruben Neves will coordinate the game. Bernando Silva and Diogo Jota will act as wingers and support Cristiano Ronaldo on the attack. The bench of the Portugal Euro 2020 team is once again filled with quality. Players like Joao Felix, Andre Silva and Renato Sanches can be game-changers if needed.

The Manager

Fernando Santos took charge of the Portuguese national team in 2014, and it has led them to the most significant achievements in history. The victories in Euro 2016 and the 2019 Nations League are the only two major titles the Selecao has ever won. Having an uneventful career as a footballer, he switched to managing in 1988. Highlights of his career include coaching the Big Three of Portugal and the national team of Greece in the 2014 World Cup. In 82 matches as head coach of Portugal, he has 51 wins, 19 draws and 12 losses. With the UEFA Euro 2020 Portugal team, he looks to improve this record and add another trophy.

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