The knock out round has been decided and 4 teams were selected as the best losers in addition to those who qualified automatically for the next round by the virtue of being first and second in the group. 4 teams were added who placed third in the groups.
The Czech Republic, Portugal, Switzerland and Ukraine made the cut for the four spots available.
Round of 16 fixtures:
Wales v Denmark
Italy v Austria
Netherlands v Czech Republic
Belgium v Portugal
Croatia v Spain
France v Switzerland
England v Germany
Sweden v Ukraine
Predictions:
Wales v Denmark: I would go with Denmark on this. I have been impressed with them with the way they played against the world number one - Belgium. They played with grit, determination and attitude. After an emotional first game, they picked themselves up and were unlucky to lose to Belgium after dominating the first half.
Italy v Austria: I would go with Italy on this. Apart from having a 100% record so far; winning their first three games, they have a resolute defence too which makes them hard for anyone to beat.
Netherlands v Czech Republic: I would go with the Netherlands on this. They maintained their 100% record too and the Czech Republic would have to be at their best to beat this Netherlands side.
Belgium v Portugal: I would go with Belgium on this. Portugal impressed me especially when I thought they would lose easily to France, they held their ground and they might frustrate Belgium but I am sticking with Belgium to win this.
Croatia v Spain: This is a hard one because in the last game Croatia played, they played with precision and determination and Spain ran riot too in their last game despite being unconvincing in their first 2 games. I will go with Spain to win this.
France v Switzerland: I am going with France on this despite not giving their best so far in this tournament. The only game I can credit them with was against Portugal where they showed like they needed the game. Despite being unconvincing, I will go with France to win this game.
England v Germany: Tough one. None of these teams has impressed me. They have an abundance of talent but how they are yet to fully kick into gear. I think Germany will edge this.
Sweden v Ukraine: I will go with Sweden on this. They have been impressive. No one gave them a chance and they are showing they deserved to be here. I think they will win Ukraine.
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