Ukraine vs France write up + picks

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MLB record 17-21POD Record 3-0Other sports Record (NBA, Tennis, Soccer, NHL) 3-7The Group D matches from Euro 2012 resume with it all to play for, this match takes place in Donetsk, Ukraine and sees France look to take a step forward after their Draw against England when they take on a Ukrainian side who are surprisingly top of the group after their win over Sweden.   Ukraine comes into this match top of the group and are on a massive high after defeating Sweden by a 2-1 score line, the star of the show was the leader and talisman Andriy Shevchenko scoring both goals in this likely being his final tournament in a Ukrainian shirt. Coach Oleh Blokhin will want to refocus is side for this match, as they will be facing a French side with a point to prove and have an abundance of dangerous players they&#x2019;ll need to try and contain. Key players for this match other than Shevchenko are midfielder Andriy Yarmolenko, forward Andriy Voronin and goalkeeper Andriy Pyatov, all three players have their role to play but it&#x2019;s a given that Pyatov will be tested early and often.   As for France they are coming off a 1-1 draw against England, Coach Laurent Blanc&#x2019;s side played quite well from an attacking perspective through the likes of Karim Benzema, Samir Nasri and Frank Ribery but will need to figure out a way to break down overly defensive teams. The main concern about this side is the central defensive pairing of Adil Rami and Phillipp Mexes who struggles in this match, it will be interesting to see if Laurent Koscielny will get an opportunity given his strong domestic campaign and balanced skill set that will come in handy against the host nation.   I like France in this one; I think they will look to ramp up their attacking play against a team that won&#x2019;t be nearly as defensive. Ukraine have basically had the moment of their tournament with the win over Sweden, it will be interesting to see if that will affect them against France.France ML ev. $200

RookieBALBOA · Answer

MLB record 17-21POD Record 3-0Other sports Record (NBA, Tennis, Soccer, NHL) 3-7The Group D matches from Euro 2012 resume with it all to play for, this match takes place in Donetsk, Ukraine and sees France look to take a step forward after their Draw against England when they take on a Ukrainian side who are surprisingly top of the group after their win over Sweden.   Ukraine comes into this match top of the group and are on a massive high after defeating Sweden by a 2-1 score line, the star of the show was the leader and talisman Andriy Shevchenko scoring both goals in this likely being his final tournament in a Ukrainian shirt. Coach Oleh Blokhin will want to refocus is side for this match, as they will be facing a French side with a point to prove and have an abundance of dangerous players they&#x2019;ll need to try and contain. Key players for this match other than Shevchenko are midfielder Andriy Yarmolenko, forward Andriy Voronin and goalkeeper Andriy Pyatov, all three players have their role to play but it&#x2019;s a given that Pyatov will be tested early and often.   As for France they are coming off a 1-1 draw against England, Coach Laurent Blanc&#x2019;s side played quite well from an attacking perspective through the likes of Karim Benzema, Samir Nasri and Frank Ribery but will need to figure out a way to break down overly defensive teams. The main concern about this side is the central defensive pairing of Adil Rami and Phillipp Mexes who struggles in this match, it will be interesting to see if Laurent Koscielny will get an opportunity given his strong domestic campaign and balanced skill set that will come in handy against the host nation.   I like France in this one; I think they will look to ramp up their attacking play against a team that won&#x2019;t be nearly as defensive. Ukraine have basically had the moment of their tournament with the win over Sweden, it will be interesting to see if that will affect them against France.France ML ev. $200

utfootball4 · Answer

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Dimachkaa · Answer

It will be a draw ,,, that Yarmolenko guy on Ukraine is a threat

RookieBALBOA · Answer

England got a good result in the first game against France, a draw against their more fancied opponents leaves England in a great position in this group and a win against Sweden and Ukraine could well lead to England topping the group. All the experts are saying Hodgson will drop Oxlade Champberlain to the bench and play Andy Carroll up front with Danny Wellbeck. It could be a tactic used to exploit a supposed weakness in Sweden's aerial abilities. Personally I think with Mellberg and an aging defence pace will be what hurts this swedish team more than an aerial bombardment. With Young on the wing and Wellbeck up top I think England have enough in this side to really cause Sweden alot of problems.

Sweden under Eric Hamren have been difficult to beat and in Ibrahimovich they have a game changer. Zlatan played excellently against the Ukraine but he missed a couple of simple chances that would normally have been in the net for a player of his quality. He did score the goal and presented a problem for the Ukraine for the entire game but he will face a much tougher defence in England. Terry and Lescott will not afford him as much room and it will be interesting to see if Zlatan can bring Rosenberg and later Elmander into the game as he did against the Ukraine. The Swedes will need more from their wingers if they are to cause England real problems, especially Seb Larsson who on his day gives a terrific delivery from open play and set pieces.

Overall I think England will have too much for Sweden. I expect this game to be a battle and I'm sure there will be chances for both sides but I think given the pace on England's wings and up front and the solid defence they have that the English will just come out on the right side of a tight game. But, on the other hand, I think that england may be a bit overrated, as they are in all major international competitions. I also watched the game against france and france dominated them with possession.

I have to go with the safer pick here.

Sweden PK $100

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