Finland U21 vs Netherlands U21 Prediction 12.06.2025 | UEFA U-21 European Championship
Finland U21
2 - 1
Half time: 2 - 0
Full time: 2 - 1
Kick off:
Date:
Netherlands U21
1
10.50
X
5.79
2
1.26
Contents
- Competition: UEFA U-21 European Championship
- Date: Thursday, 12th, June 2025
- Kickoff: 20:00 UK / 21:00 CEST
- Venue: Kosicka futbalova arena (Kosice)
The highly-rated Netherlands U21 side will be eager to launch their EURO U21 run with a convincing display when they face Finland U21 on Thursday in Kosice.
Finland’s U21 squad had to navigate extra qualifying rounds after finishing second in their group to reach the finals for the first time in 14 years, and they did so in stunning fashion by overwhelming Norway’s U21 team with a surprising 6-3 aggregate victory.
When it comes to the Netherlands U21, they have raced through the qualifying route like a high-speed train and made it clear they will fiercely compete for the trophy as the only team to finish the opening phase with an untoucable record, taking a maximum of 30 points from 10 matches.
Finland U21 vs Netherlands U21 Betting Tips : NETHERLANDS U21 TO WIN
While the Finnish youngsters are unlikely to treat this tournament as a sightseeing trip and will surely aim to make their presence felt, we see them falling short here because the Netherlands U21 outfit appears to be in imperious form, charging forward like a well-oiled machine that rarely takes its foot off the gas. Even though the Little Eagle-Owls are known for their fearless spirit, the history books do them no favors ahead of Thursday’s clash, having suffered defeat in every one of their five meetings with Jong Oranje, making it hard to believe that their losing streak is about to end. The warm-up stretch went brilliantly for Netherlands U21 as they not only building their fitness and team chemistry but also showed an enviable cutting edge in front of goal by bagging 2+ goals in four of their last five friendlies, which included three wins and two draws. In that case, it’s hard to imagine Finland U21’s backline having the defensive tools to contain the fluid and explosive attack of the Netherlands U21, who look poised to make an early statement with a commanding victory on the opening day of the EURO U21.
Finland U21 team news
Just before the start of the U21 EURO, the Little Eagle-Owls were dealt a major blow as Leo Walta was ruled out of the tournament due to an unspecified illness, with Adam Markhiyev now expected to step into midfield.
After watching his side dismantle Norway U21 in their quest for a spot at the finals, head coach Mika Lehkosuo is expected to stick with the same starting eleven that got the job done.
Last matches of Finland U21
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Finland U21
1 : 0
Slovenia U21
Friendly International U21
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Finland U21
2 : 4
Georgia U21
Friendly International U21
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Norway U21
2 : 1
Finland U21
UEFA U21 Championship Qualification
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Finland U21
5 : 1
Norway U21
UEFA U21 Championship Qualification
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Finland U21
2 : 1
Montenegro U21
UEFA U21 Championship Qualification
Finland U21 lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Lucas Bergström
Defenders
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3
Tomas Galvez
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5
Samuli Miettinen
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21
Ville Koski
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13
Kalle Wallius
Midfielders
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11
Casper Terho
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15
Luka Hyryläinen
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8
Adam Markhiyev
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18
Topi Keskinen
Forwards
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7
Naatan Skyttä
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20
Otso Liimatta
Netherlands U21 team news
While Emanuel Emegha is sidelined for the U21 EURO following a late injury in France Ligue 1, the Netherlands U21 can turn to Noah Ohio, who was instrumental in qualifying with seven goals and four assists.
Jong Oranje coach Michael Reiziger is set to stick with the same starting eleven that secured a flawless 10-win record in qualifying and a strong showing in the U21 European Championship knockout stage.
Last matches of Netherlands U21
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Romania U21
0 : 2
Netherlands U21
Friendly International U21
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Italy U21
1 : 2
Netherlands U21
Friendly International U21
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Netherlands U21
1 : 1
England U21
Friendly International U21
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Slovakia U21
3 : 3
Netherlands U21
Friendly International U21
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Netherlands U21
3 : 0
Sweden U21
UEFA U21 Championship Qualification
Netherlands U21 lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro
Defenders
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5
Neraysho Kasanwirjo
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4
Ryan Flamingo
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3
Rav van den Berg
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2
Devyne Rensch
Midfielders
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8
Kenneth Taylor
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10
Youri Regeer
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6
Ezechiel Banzuzi
Forwards
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11
Ruben van Bommel
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9
Noah Ohio
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7
Million Manhoef
4 Reasons why we expect Netherlands U21 to Win
- Finland U21 have lost two of their previous three matches.
- Netherlands U21 have remained unbeaten through 10 consecutive matches (W8 D2).
- Netherlands U21 have scored 2+ goals in all but one of their previous five friendlies.
- Netherlands U21 have won each of their five encounters against Finland U21 so far.
Main prediction Finland U21 - Netherlands U21
Netherlands U21 to win
Best Odds:
bet365
1.27
Additional predictions
Finland U21 & Netherlands U21 current standing in Euro U21
| Group D | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denmark U21 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 - 2 | +1 | 3 |
| 2 | Netherlands U21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Finland U21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Ukraine U21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 - 3 | -1 | 0 |