Brazil Legend Rivaldo Backs England To Win EURO 2024

The Three Lions will go into the tournament as one of the favourites although they have not won a major trophy since the 1966 FIFA World Cup.

England finished runners up in the last edition of the EURO's, losing to Italy on penalties in the final at Wembley.

Gareth Southgate's side will face Brazil in an international friendly on Saturday as one of the final preparatory games for EURO 2024.

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."

Rivaldo was part of the Brazil side that defeated England 2-1 in the quarterfinals en route to winning the 2002 FIFA World Cup.