Euro 2024: History, Current Champions, Next Date, Date Founded, Quater Finals Draw, Most Successful Clubs In History, 2024 Ranking, 2024 Highlights with Scores, Recent news And Everything To Know
Let’s dive into the exciting world of UEFA Euro 2024 and explore its history, current champions, upcoming dates, and more:
UEFA Euro 2024
- Host Country: Germany
- Dates: June 14 to July 14, 2024
- Venues: Matches will be held in ten German cities: Berlin, Cologne, Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Dortmund, Leipzig, Gelsenkirchen, Stuttgart, and also Düsseldorf.
- Winner’s Prize: The champion will later compete in the 2025 CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions against the 2024 Copa América winner.
History
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- The 2024 UEFA European Football Championship, commonly referred to as UEFA Euro 2024, will also be the 17th edition of the UEFA European Championship.
- Germany will host the tournament for the third time.
- This edition returns to the usual four-year cycle after the 2020 edition was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The defending champions are Italy, who won the 2020 tournament by also beating England in the final on penalties.
Host Selection
- On September 27, 2018, Germany was also selected as the host nation in Nyon, Switzerland.
- Germany will host the tournament for the third time, also with reunified Germany serving as a solo host nation.
- Leipzig will be the first host city in what was formerly East Germany.
Group Stage Highlights (Selected Matches)
- June 14: Germany vs. Scotland (Munich, 21:00)
- Also June 15: Spain vs. Croatia (Berlin, 18:00)
- June 16: Play-off winner A vs. Netherlands (Hamburg, 15:00)
- Also June 17: Belgium vs. Slovakia (Frankfurt, 18:00)
- June 18: Austria vs. France (Düsseldorf, 21:00)
Round of 16 and Beyond
- The knockout stage begins on June 29.
- The final will also take place at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14.
Current Champions
- The current champions are Italy, having won the 2020 UEFA Euro.
Next Date
- The tournament kicks off in Munich on Friday, June 14, 2024, also with the opening match between Germany and Scotland.
- The final will also be held at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on Sunday, July 14, 2024.
Date Founded
- The UEFA European Championship was founded in 1960.
Quarter Finals Draw
- The quarter-finals are scheduled to start on July 5, 2024:
- Match 45: Winner of Group B vs. Runner-up of Group A (Stuttgart, 18:00)
- Match 46: Winner of Group C vs. Runner-up of Group B (Hamburg, 21:00)
- Also Match 47: Winner of Group D vs. Runner-up of Group C (Düsseldorf, 18:00)
- Match 48: Winner of Group A vs. Runner-up of Group D (Berlin, 21:00)
Most Successful Clubs In History
- The most successful national teams in UEFA Euro history include Germany, Spain, and also France.
2024 Highlights with Scores
- Wales vs. Poland (Quarterfinals):
- A tense match ended in a 0-0 draw after extra time.
- Poland emerged victorious in the penalty shootout, also winning 5-4.
- Italy vs. England (Semifinals):
- A thrilling encounter saw Italy and also England battle it out.
- England secured a 2-1 victory, also booking their place in the final.
- Portugal vs. Sweden:
- Portugal showcased their attacking prowess, also defeating Sweden with a 5-2 scoreline
Recent News
Stay tuned for more thrilling football action during UEFA Euro 2024!
