Austria vs. France: Prediction for the First Round Match of Euro 2024
Austria vs. France: Prediction for the First Round Match of Euro 2024. Both teams are expected to score in this thrilling encounter.
Austria vs. France
Both Teams to Score (Yes) – Odds: 1.85

Austria: A Tough Draw
The Austrian national team had an impressive qualification campaign for the European Championship. Before the draw, they were seen as potential troublemakers. Unfortunately, the group stage draw was merciless, placing them alongside France, the main favorite of Euro 2024, and the Netherlands, a dark horse of the tournament.

Austria must secure points against one of these powerhouses to avoid relying on results from other groups. While they might secure a third-place finish by defeating Poland, those three points might not be enough.

Under Ralf Rangnick, Austria has consistently scored plenty of goals, often netting at least two per game. In their match against the World Cup finalists from Qatar, it's reasonable to expect at least one goal from Austria.

France: Confidence in Their Strength
Under Didier Deschamps, France has missed just one major tournament final – Euro 2020. It's no surprise that the "Les Bleus," alongside England, are considered top favorites. France boasts one of the best young players, Kylian Mbappé, who recently joined Real Madrid, ending unnecessary rumors.

France's friendly match results have not been flawless. They lost to Germany 0-2 in the spring and couldn't score against Canada, ending in a 0-0 draw. However, given their status, such minor setbacks can be overlooked unless they become systematic failures.

Prediction
Under Ralf Rangnick, Austria has shown good football and results. Now it's time to test them against top-tier teams. Austria is likely to pose significant challenges. The key question is whether they can earn points against France and the Netherlands. Expect Austria to score, and it's almost a given that France will find the net. Therefore, betting on both teams to score is the optimal choice.

Bet: Both Teams to Score (Yes) – Odds: 1.85