In fact, let's not forget that France finished second, defeated by a very strong Argentina. In my opinion they are the perfect candidates to win the Europeans, I don't see any other better candidates for the title.
What do you think about it? I also bet something on it.
Obviously France is the strongest team (at least on paper) within the UEFA confederation. But the big question is whether they can win the trophy this time or not. It is not necessary that the strongest team should win the trophy, especially if the team bonding is not very good. England is the second strongest team from UEFA and they also have good chances this time. And although Germany are the hosts, I don't have much hopes for them. They are in decline, and may even struggle to enter the semi-final stage. Other teams like Italy and Spain are in rebuilding phase. So I will not give them a good chance to win the trophy.