Last game of what has been a great tournament. Crazy we have to wait 4.5 years for the next one.
Going to keep this one simple as I think everything is out there already. I'd be wary laying the big number on France here. I know they have the more talented players, but Croatia continues to impress as a team and really believe in themselves. No one tries to take over the game and they are willing to play in front or from behind. While I don't think they win this, I think the side to play is 90min draw at 1-1. After that, anything can happen. France having the 2 best holding midfielders in the world is what scares me as Pogba has kept himself quiet for the most part and Kante is probably the MVP of the tournament. The runs and goals from Mbappe have the sex appeal, but those 2 have been so good.
Obviously France's defense stepped up against Belgium in epic fashion and they won't have to worry as much today. Croatia work through the wings and then pass back before going forward. They have been scoring pretty regularly so they can definitely find some. Croatia's defense has shown some holes, but they were able to keep England in check sans a beautiful free kick. It will definitely be a bend don't break performance if they want to take this game.
I think we get a very calm start compared to past games for these teams. It should be a feeler setting where it slowly gains pace. If either team wins an early corner, I don't think they'll pack too many for fear of a quick counter. The 1st goal will come late 1h or early 2h and then both teams will make a late go at it with all they got.
For the sides:
Draw (for 90 minutes)
Under 2
Yes to both teams scoring
Rakatic to score (small bet)
Foul props should go over if its in the 12 range for both teams
Corners over 10.5
Header for 1st goal
Been a great run! All the best today