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England vs Croatia predictions: Euro 2020 clash previewed - latest odds and analysis
England start their Euro 2020 campaign against Croatia on Sunday afternoon, with both teams trying to start with winning ways in Group D. Express Sport is on hand with the latest predictions and odds ahead of Gareth Southgate's first match of the tournament.
Euro 2020: Mount says England's young guns 'hungry to impress'
England's Euro 2020 tournament is almost underway, leaving manager Gareth Southgate with little time to ponder his team selection. But the Three Lions still go into their match against Croatia as massive favourites to earn the three points.
England have big ambitions in this summer's tournament, with fans hoping their 54-year wait for a major trophy is coming to an end.
The Three Lions have build a strong, young squad capable of challenging the very best in Europe.
Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount admitted he's looking forward to coming up against Croatia's Luke Modric once again.
The pair clashed in this season's Champions League semi-finals, when Chelsea edged out Real Madrid.
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"He has always been a player that I have looked up to," Mount said. "Ever since he has been in the Premier League with Tottenham, I have watched him quite closely.
"Playing against him, it was weird because I had watched him so much, I kind of knew his moves and what he was going to do.
"It helps being a fan of a player and then playing against him because you know what he likes to do.
"The experience of playing against him helps because you want to be in these big games and learn how to handle the pressure and big moments.
"Them two games were massive in our run and I gained a lot of experience from them two games."
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England were favourites to lift the European Championships trophy ahead of the first match, on Friday night.
But they've since slipped down to second-favourites, with France now leading the way.
Betfair spokesperson Sam Rosbottom told Express Sport: “There’s a real sense of excitement ahead of England’s first game at Euro 2020 on Sunday.
“With fans in attendance at Wembley, everything looks set up for a memorable start to the tournament.
“England are 11/2 to win their first ever European Championship this summer, just behind favourites France at 9/2.
“If Gareth Southgate’s team are to reach the final stages, though, a strong start will be key, and they are 4/6 to beat Croatia in Sunday’s opening match.
“Harry Kane is expected to get off and running early on, with odds of 11/2 to score twice or more. Dominic Calvert-Lewin, 9/5 to score anytime, may fancy his chances of a goal if he is involved too.
“England fans seem to be cautiously optimistic heading into the tournament. A Betfair survey revealed that 23% of supporters think football is coming home.”
Betfair - England vs Croatia
England - 4/6
Draw - 13/5
Croatia - 5/1
Anytime goalscorer
Harry Kane - EVS
Dominic Calvert-Lewin - 9/5
Marcus Rashford - 23/10
Raheem Sterling - 9/4
Phil Foden - 5/2
Jadon Sancho - 12/5
Jack Grealish - 5/2
Mason Mount - 11/4
To start for England
Reece James - 7/5
Marcus Rashford - 5/6
Jude Bellingham - 7/4