England U21 vs Germany U21 Predictions

England U21 vs Germany U21 Predictions for Wednesday’s European Under-21 Championship. England U21, reigning champions, are near second-phase qualification with four points from two games, aiming to replicate their 2023 European Championship success under Lee Carsley. Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.

EURO U21 | June 18 2025 at 8:00 pm UK at Štadión Pod Zoborom (Nitra)

England U21 vs Germany U21 Predictions

Can the Young Lions Roar Back or Will the Germans Cruise to Group Glory?

• England’s Attack Is Boiling
  • The Young Lions have found the net ten times in their last four matches, showing they know how to make chances count—well, most of the time.
• Germany’s Firepower Is Relentless
  • With ten goals in just their last three games, Germany Under-21s aren’t just winning—they’re blowing teams away before they can settle.
• Defences May Take a Backseat
  • Each of the last three Germany matches, and three of England’s last four, have delivered three or more goals, often with both sides scoring freely.

Best Bet for England U21 vs Germany U21

The curtain is about to fall on Group B, but before it does, we’re in for a heavyweight showdown between two of the continent’s most exciting Under-21 squads. England and Germany will collide under the Nitra night sky, with one eye on topping the group and the other on maintaining momentum heading into the knockouts. And while both nations have already punched their ticket to the next phase, the final placings are still up for grabs—making this anything but a casual kickabout.

Lee Carsley’s England arrive slightly bruised after failing to break down Slovenia in a frustrating 0-0 draw. Despite their dominance in xG and territory, the goals didn’t follow, leaving England needing a win to snatch first place. Their opening 3-1 win over Czech Republic showed what they can do, but inconsistency in front of goal has crept in at the worst possible time.

Germany, on the other hand, have been clinical. Six points from six, a confident 3-0 against Slovenia and a 4-2 shootout against the Czechs—they’ve scored ten times in their last three matches and already look like a side built for tournament football. That said, with qualification already in the bag, we’re expecting a bit of rotation from Di Salvo, which could open the door for England to have a real go.

Best Bet for England U21 vs Germany U21

Over 2.5 Goals

Here at BettingTips4You.com, we don’t deal in fluff or overload you with half-hearted guesses. One match, one solid pick—that’s our mantra. After combing through all the angles, Over 2.5 Goals is the Best Bet for this fiery fixture. It’s our most confident selection, crafted with precision so you don’t have to second-guess a thing. Fewer choices, sharper decisions.

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Why We’re All In on Goals

The stage is set for fireworks in Nitra, and not just metaphorically. You’ve got England who have to win if they want to leapfrog Germany and finish top. That means they can’t afford to sit back, and given the attacking talent at Carsley’s disposal—from Jon Rowe’s flair to McAtee’s inventiveness—expect them to come out swinging.

Germany, meanwhile, are in the luxurious position of being able to rotate and rest key figures. That might sound like a negative, but it often leads to a more open match—especially when the replacements are still dripping with quality. With the likes of Thielmann, Knauff, and Weiper likely to get minutes, they certainly won’t be fielding a toothless B-team.

Recent form is screaming for goals. England have smashed ten in their last four outings, while Germany have bagged the same tally in just three games. Neither side looks particularly interested in a defensive slugfest, and with little risk for Germany and everything to play for England, it’s hard to imagine this one staying tight.

“When one team needs a result and the other’s got the freedom to play, that’s a recipe for chaos—in the best possible way. This one smells like goals.”
– BettingTips4You.com expert Herrin Kendrick

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Correct Score Prediction: England U21 2-2 Germany U21

This one feels like a classic. England will be desperate to make a statement, but Germany—rested or not—have too much firepower to be kept quiet. Expect a lively, end-to-end affair that finishes with both sides trading blows and sharing the spoils.

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