Roy Keane, known for his straightforward and often critical views, has made a surprising prediction regarding the potential winners of EURO 2024. Despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal being the defending champions and Ronaldo’s stature as an exceptional goal scorer in international football, Keane has excluded them from his list of top contenders.
Instead, Keane has highlighted three teams that he believes have the best chance of winning the tournament: Germany, England, and France. These selections underline Keane’s emphasis on defensive solidity and overall team balance as key factors in determining success at such high-profile events.
Germany, as the host nation, made an impressive start to the tournament by defeating Scotland 5-1 in their opening match. This strong performance likely influenced Keane’s prediction, as he views them as serious contenders for the EURO 2024 title.
Keane expressed his doubts about Portugal’s defensive capabilities despite acknowledging their talented attacking players. He believes that teams like France, England, and Germany are better equipped defensively, which he considers crucial in a tournament setting where the ability to withstand pressure and maintain tactical discipline can often decide outcomes.
Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, will begin their EURO 2024 campaign against Czech Republic on June 18th. Despite Keane’s reservations, the defending champions will undoubtedly aim to prove him wrong and defend their title with strong performances on the field.