Slovakia vs Romania Betting Odds

The stage is set for a thrilling finale to Group E at Euro 2024, as Romania and Slovakia prepare to face off in a match where everything is still up for grabs. With all four teams in the group locked on three points after two games, Wednesday's clash in Frankfurt could determine who advances and who goes home.

For Romania, this represents a golden opportunity to reach the knockout stages of a European Championship for just the second time in their history. Not since the magical run to the quarter-finals at Euro 2000 have the Tricolorii progressed beyond the group phase. Head coach Edward Iordanescu is acutely aware of the significance of this moment.

"We want to win the group," Iordanescu declared. "Finishing top would give us certain advantages in terms of rest days and potential opponents. But the most important thing is to qualify - that's our primary objective."

Romania sit atop Group E on goal difference, knowing that a win would guarantee top spot. Even a draw would be enough to see them through, likely in second place. The return of striker Denis Alibec from injury provides a timely boost to their attacking options.

Slovakia find themselves in a similar position, with progression to the last 16 within touching distance. Like their opponents, a win would secure first place in the group, while a draw would also be sufficient to advance. 

Head coach Francesco Calzona has instilled a sense of belief in his squad, who are aiming to reach the knockout phase of a major tournament for the third time. "We deserve this opportunity to progress as we have played good football," Calzona said. "We are professionals and we want to win the group."

The Slovaks will be buoyed by the form of veteran forward Ivan Schranz, who has found the net in both matches so far. At 30 years old, Schranz has become the oldest player to score in his first two European Championship appearances.

History favours Romania in this fixture. Slovakia have failed to beat their opponents in eight meetings since the dissolution of Czechoslovakia. Their sole victory against Romania came way back in 1942.

However, recent form suggests this could be an evenly-matched affair. Slovakia have lost just four of their last 19 games in all competitions, while Romania boast the tournament's joint-top assist maker in Dennis Man.

With Belgium and Ukraine facing off simultaneously, the permutations are endless. A win for either side would guarantee a place in the last 16, but a draw could see both Romania and Slovakia progress depending on the result in Stuttgart.

As the first major tournament where all four teams in a group have been level after two matches, Euro 2024 continues to deliver drama and intrigue in equal measure. Wednesday's clash in Frankfurt promises to be a fitting climax to an unpredictable group stage.

We are going for Slovakia 0 - 2 Romania.

Will Romania end their 24-year wait for knockout football at the Euros? Can Slovakia spring a surprise and top the group? Or will both teams settle for a mutually beneficial draw? All will be revealed when the whistle blows at 5pm BST.

One thing is certain - with so much at stake, this is a match not to be missed.