da bwin： Rivaldo believes that England are the favourites to win Euro 2024 and has warned Brazil of the Three Lions' threat at Wembley.
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England to lock horns in a friendly against the SelecaoGareth Southgate's troops tipped as favourites Rivaldo backs them to win Euro 2024WHAT HAPPENED?
The Three Lions will be up against a struggling Brazil who have been thoroughly unimpressive in the recent past – losing their last three 2026 World Cup qualifiers, including a 1-0 defeat to eternal rivals Argentina. Moreover, the absence of several first-team players like Neymar, Gabriel, Marquinhos, Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli in addition to Alisson Becker and Ederson has further complicated matters for manager Dorival Junior who will be in charge of his first match on Saturday evening.
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In sharp contrast, England are yet to lose a game since their 2-1 loss to France in the 2022 World Cup quarterfinals. They have won six of their eight matches in the Euro 2024 qualifiers and have looked like a formidable force ready to conquer Europe.
WHAT RIVALDO SAID
Speaking to Betfair, Rivado said: "The England team is strong and there are great players throughout the squad, so it will be a tough game for Brazil at Wembley, it will be a great test. England have a great chance of winning the European Championships in Germany this summer."
Comparing England's situation to that of Argentina a few years back, the World Cup winner added: "Many good players have worn the England shirt and yet they still haven't won a major trophy since 1966. In that sense, they are similar to the situation Argentina were in before they won the World Cup in Qatar, they had many great players who deserved it which gave hope to fans and finally, they won the title after many years.
"Under Gareth Southgate, England have given their fans hope, reached the final of Euro 2020, and are now ready to go one better and win a tournament. Everything is in place for them to have a great Euros this summer and a great World Cup in 2026. On Saturday, they will provide a big test for Brazil."
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Southgate is well aware that his troops have the potential to lift their first major silverware after almost six decades years if they play to their strengths. And, the friendlies against Brazil & Belgium will provide him the perfect platform to fine-tune the settings of his squad before heading to Germany in June.