England U21 v Netherlands U21: Forecast, Odds and Bets
The **Under-21 EURO** semi-final between England U21 and Netherlands U21 takes place on 25 June 2025 in Bratislava. Fans across Europe can tune in at 18:00 CEST (Italy, Germany, France, Spain) and 17:00 BST in the UK for what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Both teams have impressed in the group stages and quarter-finals, and this showdown will decide who plays in the final. With a place in the U21 EURO final on the line, expect high intensity and tactical battles from kick-off.
How are both teams coming into this?
England U21 have looked solid at the back while showing attacking flair in key moments. After topping their group, they edged past a determined opponent in the quarter-final to secure their semi-final berth. Momentum is firmly on their side, and confidence within the squad is high.
The Netherlands U21 have been one of the top scorers of the tournament, combining quick transitions with creative midfield play. Their quarter-final win highlighted the squad’s depth and resilience, and they will be eager to maintain their free-scoring form in Bratislava.
Our forecast
This match is set to be a tight affair, with both sides boasting strong defensive records. While England may have a slight edge in organization and physicality, the Dutch attack cannot be underestimated. A cautious start is likely as each team feeling out the other’s strengths.
We expect a low-scoring game that could be decided by a single moment of quality. A draw in regular time is a realistic outcome, but if one side breaks through, it may well be England given their recent form and home-nation support in spirit.
