Switzerland v Italy Saturday 18.00 CET

Berlin for this close match up, a tie against England or Slovakia awaits the winner.

Switzerland ended Group A in 2nd place after 1 win and 2 draws. They beat Hungary impressively but then struggled in 1-1 draw with Scotland. They nearly beat Germany in last match only for a Fullkrug equaliser in 92 minutes. Italy had a full house of results. Beating Albania 2-1, drawing 1-1 with Croatia and losing 3-0 to Spain.

Team news: Swiss lose Silvan Widmer to suspension. Denmark lose Morten Hjulmand to suspension also. Breel Embolo is fully fit now and should start. Top CB Riccardo Calafiori is suspended and that’s a big loss for the Azzurri.

Head-to-head statistics: 9 games 1 wins Switzerland, 5 draws, and 3 wins Italy

Betting selection – Close game this – both sides have been a bit Jeykll and Hyde so far – giving a few different faces. Could go ET and Pens this one even. Take Italy qualify at 1.72 or 8-11 Spreadex.