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Romania v Netherlands: Can the Dutch Break Romania’s Defense?

After a convincing 3-0 win in their first game against Ukraine, Romania have not been able to maintain that level of performance and face the Netherlands this evening knowing they will need to raise their game.

Romania played out a somewhat predictable draw against Slovakia last time out, a result which safeguarded both teams’ passage to the knockout stages and allowed Romania to top the group. The Romanians have been solid defensively and are a capable side, I feel they are likely to prove a tough nut for the Dutch to crack tonight.

The Netherlands were the best placed 3rd team in the group stages and came through a difficult group with 4 points. They were on the wrong end of a 5-goal thriller against Austria, which robbed them of a chance to top the group but gave them passage to the safer side of the draw for the knock out stages. They will know that there is a route to the final for them, if they can grasp this opportunity.

Tip: Draw [7/2], Depay any time goal scorer [5/4]

*Odds quoted may fluctuate

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