Italy vs England betting tips and odds

Italy vs England betting tips and odds

BETTING TIPS Italy vs England betting tips and odds

Kolawole Babatunde 15:54 - 23.03.2023

The Euro 2024 qualifiers kick off this week as Italy hosts England at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Thursday. Here are the best betting picks for the game.

After failing to qualify for the 2022 World Cup, Italy will be intent on making it to the next major tournament. Led by Roberto Mancini, the Azzurri will need to make a statement against a big opponent like the Three Lions, showing that they mean business.

England, on the other hand, made it to the quarterfinals of the 2022 World Cup, where they fell to France. However, they have been solid in qualifiers for major tournaments under Gareth Southgate. 

Italy have a long injury list that includes Federico Chiesa, Ciro Immobile, and Giacomo Raspadori. However, Marco Carnesecchi and Mateo Retegui are among four players looking to earn their first appearance for the Azzurri.

Marcus Rashford, Mason Mount, and Nick Pope have all pulled out due to injuries, with no replacement called up by Southgate.

Italy v England betting tips and odds

*The odds were correct at time of posting

England win or draw @ 1.37 odds on Bet9ja

Four of the last five meetings between these teams have ended in draws after 90 minutes. England have a great record under Southgate during the qualifying round for major tournaments, having lost just one of 27 such games. 

Italy have lost twice in their last five matches in all competitions, but they have a good record against the Three Lions. England’s good record during qualifiers is worthy of consideration, and they should get a point in this game.

Under 2.5 Goals @ 1.54 on Bet9ja

Recent games between these nations have not produced a lot of goals, with the last five ending with under 2.5 goals. We expect this tie to follow the trend, with fewer than three goals scored.