The EURO Under-19 Championship Group B kicks off on Saturday, 14 June 2025, when England U19 face Norway U19 at the Anghel Iordănescu Stadium in Ploiești. Fans across Europe can catch the action live from 16:00 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, while viewers in the UK should tune in at 15:00 BST.
This showdown marks the first step in each side’s quest for a place in the knockout stages. England U19 will be looking to build on a strong qualifying campaign, whereas Norway U19 aim to upset the odds and make a statement early in the tournament.
How are both teams coming into this?
England U19 arrive in Romania on the back of an impressive qualifying round, registering several high-scoring wins and maintaining a solid defensive record. Their balanced approach has yielded confidence within the squad, and they will be keen to assert control in midfield from the first whistle.
Norway U19, meanwhile, booked their spot in the tournament with gritty performances, often grinding out results against tough opposition. While they may lack the star power of some rivals, their compact defensive shape and quick transitions have proven effective, particularly on the counterattack.
Our forecast
We expect England U19 to dominate possession and create the clearer chances, thanks to their technical edge in midfield and attacking depth. Norway U19 are likely to sit deep and invite pressure, looking to break quickly but ultimately struggling to sustain long spells in the final third.
Our model predicts a 2-0 victory for England U19, with the under 2.5 goals market looking attractive. Backing England to win both halves may also offer good value, as the Young Lions tend to start strongly in tournament openers.
Best odds
Bet365: England U19 1.60, Draw 3.90, Norway U19 6.00
William Hill: England U19 1.65, Draw 3.80, Norway U19 5.50
Betfair: England U19 1.62, Draw 3.85, Norway U19 5.80
