Czech Republic vs Turkey Betting Odds

The stage is set for a dramatic finale to Group F at Euro 2024, as the Czech Republic and Turkey prepare to face off in a winner-takes-all clash at Hamburg's Volksparkstadion on Wednesday evening. With a place in the knockout stages hanging in the balance, both sides know that victory could propel them into the last 16 and keep their tournament dreams alive.

For the Czechs, only a win will do if they hope to progress. Ivan Hasek's men currently sit third in the group with just one point from their opening two matches, following a defeat to Portugal and a hard-fought draw against Georgia. Despite dominating large spells against the Georgians, the Czechs were frustrated in front of goal and needed a second-half equaliser from talisman Patrik Schick to salvage a point.

However, Schick's availability for this crucial encounter remains in doubt after the Bayer Leverkusen striker picked up a knock against Georgia. His potential absence would be a massive blow for the Czechs, with Schick having netted six goals in just seven European Championship appearances. If he's unable to start, the onus will fall on the likes of Adam Hlozek or Mojmir Chytil to provide the firepower up front.

Turkey, meanwhile, find themselves in a more favourable position heading into the final group game. Sitting second with three points, a draw would be enough to guarantee their passage to the knockout rounds. However, manager Vincenzo Montella will be eager for his side to bounce back from a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Portugal last time out.

The Crescent-Stars have fond memories of facing the Czechs at the Euros, having won both of their previous meetings at the tournament. Most famously, they staged a remarkable comeback from 2-0 down to win 3-2 in the group stage at Euro 2008 - a result that propelled them all the way to the semi-finals. 

Turkey will once again be buoyed by strong support in Germany, with thousands of fans expected to create a raucous atmosphere in Hamburg. They'll be pinning their hopes on the creative talents of captain Hakan Calhanoglu and exciting youngster Arda Guler to unlock the Czech defence.

For the Czechs, the experienced duo of Tomas Soucek and Vladimir Coufal will be crucial in midfield and defence respectively. Both have been ever-present for West Ham in the Premier League and will need to use all of their big-game experience to guide their team through this high-pressure encounter.

With so much at stake, we can expect a tense and closely-fought battle between two sides desperate to extend their stay at Euro 2024. The Czechs will look to dominate possession and create chances as they search for a vital win, while Turkey may adopt a more counter-attacking approach knowing a draw would suffice.

In the end, Turkey's tournament experience and the firepower provided by their attacking talents could prove decisive. While the Czechs will fight until the final whistle, Montella's men may just have enough quality to edge a tight contest and book their place in the last 16.

Prediction: Czech Republic 1-2 Turkey

Wednesday evening, dreams will be made and hearts will be broken. For one of these proud footballing nations, their Euro 2024 journey will come to an end. For the other, the adventure will continue into the knockout stages. Football fans across Europe will be in for a treat as these two sides battle it out with everything on the line.