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Euro 2024: Everything you Need to Know is Here!

Football
Por: Ana
16/05/24

It’s time to prepare: Euro 2024 is coming and all the information is here!

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Germany will host the long-awaited Euro 2024! With games exciting, elite teams, and an electrifying atmosphere, this event promises to be historic in the world of football. Don’t miss out!

Join millions of passionate fans around the world as we follow every moment of this unforgettable journey together. Keep reading and discover everything you need to know to be part of this unique experience.

When will Euro 2024 be held

The start of Euro 2024 is scheduled for June 14, 2024, at the Allianz Arena, Munich.

Scotland will face the hosts in a thrilling contest that will kick off the tournament. It is worth highlighting that Germany has participated in every edition of the European Championship since 1972.

Get to know the groups

After the groups were drawn, held in Hamburg, on December 2, 2023, the groups were defined as follows:

  • Group A: Germany, Scotland, Hungary, Switzerland
  • Group B: Spain, Croatia, Italy, Albania
  • Group C: Slovenia, Denmark, Serbia, England
  • Group D: France, Austria, Netherlands, Repêchage A (Poland, Estonia, Wales, Finland)
  • Group E: Belgium, Romania, Slovakia, Repêchage B (Israel, Iceland, Bosnia, Ukraine)
  • Group F: Portugal, Turkey, Czech Republic, Repêchage C (Georgia, Luxembourg, Greece, Kazakhstan)

The determination of the repêchage participants was based on performance in the 2023/24 Nations League. Leaders of groups that were unable to secure a direct position were chosen.

In the playoffs, the teams faced each other in single knockout games, both in the semi-finals and in the final, on March 21st and 26th, 2024. The winners were the last to guarantee a place in Euro 2024.

1st round clashes

  • Germany x Scotland – Munich (14/6)
  • Hungary x Switzerland – Cologne (15/6)
  • Spain x Croatia – Berlin (15/6)
  • Italy x Albania – Dortmund (15/6)
  • Serbia x England – Gelsenkirchen (16/6)
  • Slovenia x Denmark – Stuttgart (16/6)
  • Repêchage A x Netherlands – Hamburg (16/6)
  • Austria x France – Düsseldorf (17/6)
  • Belgium x Slovakia – Frankfurt (17/6)
  • Romania x Repêchage B – Munich (17/6)
  • Türkiye x Repêchage C – Dortmund (18/6)
  • Portugal x Czech Republic – Leipzig (18/6)

What will be the venues for Euro 2024

On this occasion, clashes between the different teams will take place in 10 different cities. Check out the names of the cities below, along with the names of the stadiums and capacity:

  1. Berlin: Olympiastadion (current capacity: 71,000)
  2. Cologne: Cologne Stadium (43,000)
  3. Dortmund: BVB Stadion Dortmund (62,000)
  4. Düsseldorf: Düsseldorf Arena (47.000)
  5. Frankfurt: Frankfurt Arena (47,000)
  6. Gelsenkirchen: Arena AufSchalke (50,000)
  7. Hamburg: Volksparkstadion Hamburg (49,000)
  8. Leipzig: Leipzig Stadium (40,000)
  9. Munich: Munich Football Arena (66,000)
  10. Stuttgart: Stuttgart Arena (51,000)

Where and when will the final be held

The grand final of Euro 2024 will be held at the imposing Olympiastadion Berlin, located in the city of Berlin, on July 14, 2024. This grand stadium, the largest in the tournament, has the capacity to accommodate 70,000 spectators.

The Olympiastadion in Berlin will host the final on July 14th. Euro 2024

Olympiastadion-Berlin – Source (Canva)

And it’s not just a stadium, but an icon, the home of Hertha BSC Berlin, a renowned German second division club. Furthermore, the Olympiastadion has been the site of countless historic moments, including the 2006 FIFA World Cup final and the 2015 UEFA Champions League final.

Who is the Euro 2024 mascot

The event mascot is always something that arouses great curiosity among the general public. On this occasion, an adorable teddy bear named Albärt was chosen. He received 32% of the vote in an election conducted among schoolchildren across Europe and by UEFA.com users.

UEFA Euro 2024 Official app

Have you ever thought about having an app that allows you to keep track of all the details from Euros 2024, and best of all, for free? With the official UEFA Euro 2024 app, this becomes a reality!

On this platform, you can access the tournament’s full game calendar, receive real-time updates on each match, delve behind the scenes of the participating teams and much more.

The app is available for Android and iOS devices, and supports English, French, German, Russian, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. Don’t waste time, download it now and enjoy the best of European football directly on your cell phone!

The cultural power of football

Without a shadow of a doubt, UEFA Euro is not just a sporting event, but a cultural and unity event. People from all over the world come together, moved by the same feeling and emotion. The event promotes equality and respect, uniting people from different backgrounds around a common passion.

Additionally, this annual eventhe leaves a permanent mark, not only on the infrastructure, but also on the economy and tourism of the host country.

The creation and revitalization of arenas, transport systems and reception infrastructure, in addition to boosting the economy, leaves a lasting mark for future generations. As also, a UEFA Euro serves as a global showcase for cities and communities to showcase their rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality.

Final considerations

In short, Euro 2024 is about to start and all the information you need is here, at your disposal! With Germany as hosts, this edition promises to be exciting, full of incredible games and unforgettable moments.

Join us on this electrifying journey as we celebrate the passion for football and the cultural diversity that makes it so special. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this historic event and live unique experiences. Get ready to cheer, cheer and get excited about Euro 2024!

Posted and reviewed Ana Football on 16/05/24
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