Football Bet of the Day Saturday: Can Matsima and France Under-21 stop high-flying Georgia?
One of our trusted experts, known for his deep knowledge of European youth football, has picked this game as Today’s Best Bet, and the selection makes plenty of sense.
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⚽ Football Bet of the Day
France Under-21 vs Georgia Under-21
Gram Dodd; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Shamrock Rovers to Win & Under 2.5 Goals | |
13/5 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Shamrock Rovers are in terrific form and should edge out a Drogheda side lacking attacking punch. But with the hosts defending well and Rovers often managing away games with precision, don’t expect fireworks. Back a professional Rovers win in a match that finishes with two goals or fewer for strong value. | |
🧠 Why You Should Back This Tip
- France U21’s Unbeaten Run: They haven’t suffered defeat in their last 6 international fixtures.
- Georgia U21’s Historic Attempt: Seeking consecutive wins at the European Championships for the very first time.
- French Tournament Consistency: Les Bleuets have won every second group-stage match they’ve played across the past five editions.
Rationale:
France’s Under-21 squad heads into their second fixture of the European Under-21 Championship following a stalemate against Portugal, while Georgia aim to capitalise on their impressive triumph against Poland. Despite Georgia making headlines by clinching their first match in dramatic fashion, the calibre of opposition faced this weekend represents a significant leap. France, despite a frustrating draw, extended their streak to six consecutive matches without defeat, indicating resilience and stability within their ranks.
It has been decades since France lifted the trophy at this level—1988 to be exact—but consistency in recent tournaments showcases their pedigree. Their ability to routinely advance into knockout stages, including consecutive appearances in quarter-finals over recent tournaments, underlines a consistently high standard of talent and tactical organisation. The French squad typically improves as tournaments progress, historically performing strongly on the second matchday in the group stages, evidenced notably by their victory over Norway two years ago.
Georgia, on the other hand, may carry momentum after their late heroics against Poland, yet their relative inexperience at this tournament stage may leave them vulnerable. Their second-ever tournament appearance presents fresh challenges, notably against seasoned opponents accustomed to high-pressure fixtures. Their previous competition in 2023, albeit impressive, benefitted significantly from home advantage, something they will lack in Zilina.
Considering team dynamics, Georgia’s squad has fitness concerns, particularly around Nodar Lominadze, whose potential absence or diminished physical condition could significantly affect their midfield stability. France possess deeper squad strength, with tactical options available to manager Gerald Baticle. With Soungoutou Magassa and Thierno Barry potentially enhancing their attack, the French have the capacity to exploit defensive vulnerabilities in the Georgian set-up.
Therefore, the best wager for Saturday’s match is a confident France victory, as their tournament pedigree, experienced players, and historical second-matchday dominance strongly indicate a successful outing for Les Bleuets.
🎯 Best Bet – France Under-21 -1 to win
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