UEFA Euro 2024 Breakdown: Fixtures and Key Insights

Dates: June 14 – July 14, 2024
Host Country: Germany
Venues: 10 cities across Germany, including Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Dortmund

Tournament Format

Euro 2024 features 24 teams, divided into six groups (A to F). The top two teams from each group, along with the four best third-placed teams, advance to the knockout stages, which include the Round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final.

Group Stage Fixtures

Group A:

1. Germany vs. Scotland: June 14, Allianz Arena, Munich
2. Hungary vs. Switzerland: June 14, Commerzbank-Arena, Frankfurt
3. Germany vs. Hungary: June 18, Olympiastadion, Berlin
4. Scotland vs. Switzerland: June 18, Veltins-Arena, Gelsenkirchen
5. Germany vs. Switzerland: June 22, Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund
6. Scotland vs. Hungary: June 22, Volksparkstadion, Hamburg

Group B:

1. France vs. Romania: June 15, Parc des Princes, Paris
2. Netherlands vs. Austria: June 15, Johan Cruyff Arena, Amsterdam
3. France vs. Netherlands: June 19, Parc des Princes, Paris
4. Romania vs. Austria: June 19, National Arena, Bucharest
5. France vs. Austria: June 23, Parc des Princes, Paris
6. Netherlands vs. Romania: June 23, Johan Cruyff Arena, Amsterdam

Group C:

1. Spain vs. Croatia: June 15, Olympiastadion, Berlin
2. Serbia vs. Albania: June 15, Commerzbank-Arena, Frankfurt
3. Spain vs. Serbia: June 19, Allianz Arena, Munich
4. Croatia vs. Albania: June 19, Volksparkstadion, Hamburg
5. Spain vs. Albania: June 23, Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund
6. Croatia vs. Serbia: June 23, Olympiastadion, Berlin

Group D:

1. England vs. Iceland: June 16, Wembley Stadium, London
2. Poland vs. Czech Republic: June 16, Aviva Stadium, Dublin
3. England vs. Poland: June 20, Wembley Stadium, London
4. Iceland vs. Czech Republic: June 20, Aviva Stadium, Dublin
5. England vs. Czech Republic: June 24, Wembley Stadium, London
6. Iceland vs. Poland: June 24, Aviva Stadium, Dublin

Group E:

1. Italy vs. Finland: June 17, Stadio Olimpico, Rome
2. Portugal vs. Ukraine: June 17, Estádio da Luz, Lisbon
3. Italy vs. Ukraine: June 21, Stadio Olimpico, Rome
4. Finland vs. Portugal: June 21, Estádio da Luz, Lisbon
5. Italy vs. Portugal: June 25, Stadio Olimpico, Rome
6. Finland vs. Ukraine: June 25, Helsinki Olympic Stadium, Helsinki

Group F:

1. Belgium vs. Turkey: June 17, King Baudouin Stadium, Brussels
2. Denmark vs. Russia: June 17, Parken Stadium, Copenhagen
3. Belgium vs. Denmark: June 21, King Baudouin Stadium, Brussels
4. Turkey vs. Russia: June 21, Atatürk Olympic Stadium, Istanbul
5. Belgium vs. Russia: June 25, King Baudouin Stadium, Brussels
6. Denmark vs. Turkey: June 25, Parken Stadium, Copenhagen

Key Teams and Players

Germany: As the host nation, Germany is among the favorites. Key players include Joshua Kimmich, Kai Havertz, and Jamal Musiala. Germany’s strong midfield and attacking depth will be crucial.

France: The reigning world champions, featuring stars like Kylian Mbappe, Antoine Griezmann, and N’Golo Kante, are strong contenders.

Spain: Known for their possession-based play, Spain’s key players include Rodri, Pedri, and Alvaro Morata. Their tactical discipline and depth in midfield make them formidable opponents.

England: With a young and dynamic squad, key players include Harry Kane, Phil Foden, and Jude Bellingham. England’s balanced team will be looking to capitalize on their talent and depth.

Italy: The Euro 2020 winners are led by Marco Verratti and Ciro Immobile. Their tactical acumen and defensive solidity will be vital.