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July 13 2022, 16:16 · Alex Sarwar

Italy vs Iceland – Group Stage – Preview & Prediction | UEFA Women’s Euro 2022

Italy vs Iceland – Group Stage – Preview & Prediction | UEFA Women’s Euro 2022
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THE FACTS

When is Italy vs Iceland on and what time does it start? Italy vs Iceland will take place on Thursday 14th July, 2022 – 17:00 (UK)

Where is Italy vs Iceland taking place? Italy vs Iceland will take place at Academy Stadium in Manchester, UK

Where can I get tickets for Italy vs Iceland? Click here for the latest ticket information for Italy vs Iceland

What channel is Italy vs Iceland on in the UK? Italy vs Iceland will be televised live on BBC channels

Where can I stream Italy vs Iceland in the UK? Italy vs Iceland can be streamed live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website & app

KEY STATS

  • Italy have lost five of their last six Women’s EURO final tournament matches (W1)
  • Italy have not failed to score in their last six Women’s EURO group stage matches
  • Italy have kept only three clean sheets in their previous 19 Women’s EURO final tournament group stage matches
  • Italy have conceded two or more goals in 11 of their last 16 Women’s EURO final tournament matches
  • Iceland have lost only one of their last 11 international matches (W9 D1)
  • Iceland have won only one of their previous 11 Women’s EURO final tournament matches
  • Iceland have not scored more than one goal in any of their previous 11 Women’s EURO final tournament matches
  • Iceland have kept only one clean sheet in their previous 11 Women’s EURO final tournament matches

PREDICTED LINE-UPS

Italy: Giuliani; Bartoli, Gama, Linari, Boattin; Galli, Rosucci, Caruso; Bergamaschi, Girelli, Bonansea

Iceland: Sigurdardottir; Atladottir, Viggosdottir, Arnardottir, Gisladottir; Vilhjalmsdottir, Brynjarsdottir, Gunnarsdottir; G. Jonsdottir, Thorvaldsdottir, S. Jonsdottir

THE PREDICTION

Neither Italy or Iceland were able to pick up three points in their opening group game and realistically, this match feels like a must win for both but particularly for Iceland with France on the horizon in their final group match. With that in mind, expect Iceland to deploy an ultra-attacking style of play in a bid to improve their potency in front of goal after only managing to score once against Belgium. Whilst this could reap reward, it may also see them caught up at the other end of the pitch with Italy a significant threat going forward and the Azzurri also desperate for victory. Therefore, regardless of who comes out on top, backing both teams to score has to be favoured.