Euro 2020 is here and its looking set to be one of the most competitive tournaments ever.<\/p>\n
France, Belgium, Germany, Portugal and Spain are contenders for the Henri Delaunay trophy, while there are rumours abound that football might just be coming home but to England, Scotland or Wales?<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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The European Championship, delayed a year due to the coronavirus pandemic, is set to be a feast of football.<\/p>\n
In total, 51 games will take place across 11 countries, while the semi-final and final will be staged at Wembley should Gareth Southgate and the boys need any more inspiration.<\/p>\n
But before you get dreaming about Harry Kane lifting the trophy, its important to have a reality check.<\/p>\n
France are chock full of stars with Karim Benzema rejoining Didier Deschamps attack, which already includes Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Portugal will be led by the evergreen Cristiano Ronaldo, aided by Manchester United superstar Bruno Fernandes and the likes of Joao Felix and Ruben Dias.<\/p>\n
Germany and Spain will also be looking to cause a stir, while Belgiums Golden Generation will attempt to emerge victorious, with their hopes resting on the fitness of Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard.<\/p>\n
There will also be some dark horses, such as Denmark, Turkey, and Austria, looking to pull off some shock results.<\/p>\n
But, as ever, football is hard to predict.<\/p>\n
So here, talkSPORT has booted up the Super Computer in association with Betfair to find out just what could happen at Euro 2020.<\/p>\n
Heres how it predicted the results to unfold<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Group A<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Only one winner here, it would seem.<\/p>\n
Italy are favourites to win the group, and they do so, according to the talkSPORT Super Computer.<\/p>\n
Turkey make it through in second place, while Switzerland will also be in the round of 16, qualifying as one of the best third-place nations.<\/p>\n
There will be no repeat of 2016 for Wales with Gareth Bale and co going home early.<\/p>\n
Group B<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Its Finland who limp home here and there is nothing Teemu Pukki can do about it.<\/p>\n
Belgium have the stars to top the standings, while Denmark pip Russia to second spot.<\/p>\n
But, dont fear, Stanislav Cherchesovs moustache will reach the knockout phase by finishing as one of the best third-place sides.<\/p>\n
Group C<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Having lost goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen prior to the tournament, its going to get a bit trickier for Netherlands, but are still tipped to win Group C.<\/p>\n
Ukraine sneak ahead of Austria but, once again, this lot get a second chance as a best third-place side.<\/p>\n
New Real Madrid signing David Alaba will be thanking his lucky stars.<\/p>\n
Group D<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Its the big one.<\/p>\n
A tricky group for England as they face auld enemy Scotland as well as Croatia, their 2018 World Cup conquerors.<\/p>\n
But fear not, as they are backed to come through as group winners.<\/p>\n
Croatia make it out too, but its commiserations to Czech Republic and Scotland, who fall at the first hurdle.<\/p>\n
Group E<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Spain arent as strong as they used to be but they still sail through as group winners in 2021.<\/p>\n
Without Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Sweden cant get past Poland who have the firepower of Robert Lewandowski.<\/p>\n
Slovakia prop up the table.<\/p>\n
Group F<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Its the Group of Death and France and Portugal are set to duke it out for top spot.<\/p>\n
Deschamps side finish first, Ronaldos lot in second, and Germany have to settle for third.<\/p>\n
Thats not the end for the Germans, though, as they sneak into the knockouts with a third-place finish.<\/p>\n
Hungary didnt stand a chance but hopefully well see them again soon.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Now things are getting interesting!<\/p>\n
Belgium edge out Switzerland to reach the last eight, where they will face Italy, who sneak beyond Ukraine.<\/p>\n
France make light work of Austria, while Croatia battle to a victory over Poland, which could frustrate Lewandowskis Ballon dOr hopes.<\/p>\n
Whats that? England make it past Portugal in a knockout game? No, you arent dreaming. Helder Postiga isnt around to stop them this time.<\/p>\n
But the Three Lions will face Spain in the next stage as they defeat Russia revenge for World Cup 2018.<\/p>\n
Germany squeak past Netherlands on penalties and will take on Turkey, who beat Denmark.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
When talkSPORT said this tournament was more competitive than ever, we werent joking!<\/p>\n
Belgium make it into the last four past Italy just and they will take on France, who had it much easier against Croatia in a replay of the 2018 World Cup final.<\/p>\n
Southgates starlets stun Spain with a glorious 2-1 win but next up is an old enemy as Germany beat Turkey, but only after extra-time.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Heres where the story ends for the Three Lions, beaten at Wembley by Germany, on penalties devastating.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, France also make the Wembley showpiece as they defeat neighbours Belgium.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
talkSPORT was surprised the Super Computer didnt blow a fuse with some of these classics being played but after chuntering away it gave us the winner.<\/p>\n
France, on the back of their World Cup win in 2018, claim the European Championship triumph they probably feel they should have had back on home soil in 2016.<\/p>\n
Congratulation to Kylian and the boys history is yours!<\/p>\n
Now, lets hope England can make a mockery of the Super Computer<\/p>\n
Euro 2020 winner odds<\/p>\n
Heres the favourites for glory this summer<\/p>\n
France 24\/5<\/p>\n
England 26\/5<\/p>\n
Belgium 34\/5<\/p>\n
Germany 17\/2<\/p>\n
Portugal 17\/2<\/p>\n
Spain 17\/2<\/p>\n
Italy 17\/2<\/p>\n
Netherlands 11\/1<\/p>\n
Denmark 27\/1<\/p>\n
Croatia 45\/1<\/p>\n
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