Matchday 2 at Euro 2020 begins in Russia

Matchday 2 gets underway today at Euro 2020. We’ve got everything you need to know…

Euro 2020 – Looking ahead to Day 6 as Matchday 2 begins

France’s win against Germany on Tuesday signalled the end of an entertaining opening round of fixtures at Euro 2020. Matchday Two gets underway this afternoon with Finland taking on Russia at the Krestovsky Stadium at 2pm (UK). Wales will be searching for their first win of the tournament as they take on Turkey at the Olympic Stadium in Baku at 5pm (UK). Finally, Italy will look to build on their fantastic start by picking up another three points against Switzerland at the Stadio Olimpico at 8pm (UK).

Wales’ forward Gareth Bale (L) heads the ball away during the UEFA EURO 2020 Group A football match between Wales and Switzerland at the Olympic Stadium in Baku on June 12, 2021.

Finland v Russia: Head-to-Head Record

Finland Wins: 0
Draws: 0
Russia Wins: 4

Artem Dzyuba of Russia battles for possession with Toby Alderweireld of Belgium during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group B match between Belgium and Russia on June 12, 2021 in Saint Petersburg, Russia. 

Turkey v Wales: Head-to-Head Record

Turkey Wins: 2
Draws: 1
Wales Wins: 3

Kieffer Moore of Wales scores their side’s first goal past Yann Sommer of Switzerland during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group A match between Wales and Switzerland at the Baku Olympic Stadium on June 12, 2021 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Italy v Switzerland: Head-to-Head Record

Italy Wins: 28
Draws: 22
Switzerland Wins: 7

Lorenzo Insigne of Italy celebrates after scoring their side’s third goal during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group A match between Turkey and Italy at the Stadio Olimpico on June 11, 2021 in Rome, Italy. 

Will today’s games be on TV?

Today’s games will be broadcast in the UK on BBC and ITV. If you want to see a complete list of what dates, times and television channels every game is on, then make sure you take a look at our TV Coverage List.

Group
B
: Finland v Russia (2pm, Krestovsky Stadium) BBC One / BBC iPlayer
A: Turkey v Wales (5pm, Olympic Stadium) BBC One / S4C / BBC iPlayer
A: Italy v Switzerland (8pm, Stadio Olimpico) ITV / ITV Hub

How can I download World Soccer’s Euro 2020 Special?

Finally, if you want to get the inside track on every finalist at this summer’s tournament, then make sure you download a digital version of our Ultimate Euro 2020 Guide completely free of charge by clicking here. Alternatively, you can find your nearest store selling physical copies of World Soccer by clicking here.

We’ve taken a closer look at the finalists and their likely squad lists (were yet to be confirmed before publication), as well as the opinions, tactics and profiles from our global network or correspondents. You also receive a free Euro 2020 Wallchart when you pick up a physical copy of the magazine.

World Soccer’s Ultimate Euro 2020 Guide is now available in shops and online.