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England U21 vs Netherlands U21 Prediction Sees Holders Sneak Past Dutch in First Semi

England and Netherlands square off on Wednesday in a mouth-watering UEFA U21 Euro 2025 semi-final in the Slovakian capital. The Young Lions are the holders and the favourites, but can the Dutch spring a surprise at Tehelne pole?

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England Win & BTTS – 3.80

Harvey Elliott to Score Anytime – 3.60

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Can the Young Lions Make it Back-to-Back Euro Finals?

England were disappointing in the group stage, sneaking into the last eight as Group B runners-up with four points. Lee Carsley’s men started with a 3-1 win against Czech Republic but were held to a goalless draw by Slovenia in game two. They then suffered a 2-1 loss to rivals Germany.

Despite the poor group-stage performance, England beat tournament favourites Spain in the quarter-finals. James McAtee, Harvey Elliott, and Elliot Anderson were on target in the surprise but deserved 3-1 victory at the Anton Malatinsky Stadium.

Netherlands also went through on just four points. Michael Reiziger’s men took their time to settle in Slovakia, drawing with Finland and losing to Denmark in their opening two. However, they secured a knockout spot with a 2-0 win against Ukraine in game three.

Jong Oranje went up against Group C winners Portugal in the quarter-finals. The game was heading for extra time, but Ernest Poku had other ideas, netting in the 84^th minute to give the Dutch a 1-0 win in Zilina.

England U21 vs Netherlands U21 Betting Odds

England may be the favourites on paper, but this quarter-final in Bratislava is tough to call. Carsley’s troops are priced at 2.15 to get the victory and book their place in a second successive Euro final.

Netherlands have not made the final since winning the competition in 2007. You can get the Dutch win here at 3.25, while the draw is priced at 3.50.

England Win – 2.15

Draw – 3.50

Netherlands Win – 3.25

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Recent England U21 vs Netherlands U21 Head-to-Head Results

The nations locked horns in a friendly in 2024, with the game ending in a 1-1 draw. The last competitive meeting was a Euro qualifier in 2018, also ending all square.

The Dutch have been formidable opponents for the English over the years. When they met in the Euro semi-finals in 2007, Netherlands won a remarkable penalty shootout 13-12 after a 1-1 draw.

England U21 vs Netherlands U21 Betting Tips & Predictions

England have struggled in this fixture, but we are backing Carsley’s troops to get the job done in Bratislava. There is good value in 3.80 for the England win and both teams to score.

Liverpool’s Elliott has been productive in front of goal in Slovakia, scoring in wins over Czech Republic and Spain. The 22-year-old is available at 3.60 to net anytime in this semi-final.