Football fans around are looking forward to watching their favorite teams battle for the European Championship as Euro 2024 approaches closer. The 21 qualified teams and the three playoff berths were divided into six categories of four by the draw, which was held on December 2. We are down to our final twenty-four teams after the playoffs were decided.
In this article, we have included all the necessary details, including the timetable, fixtures, times, locations, TV channels, bracket, and instructions on how to watch the tournament matches. Keep on reading this article!
Euro 2024 Schedule Key Dates
Every four years, a prominent football competition known as the UEFA European Championshipor generally the Eurosis held. Germany will serve as the host nation for Euro 2024, a thrilling competition featuring 24 teams from throughout Europe fighting for the tournament. The first Euro 2024 game will take place in Munich on June 14, 2024. The tournament match is scheduled for July 14, 2024, in Berlin. Mark the following important dates on your calendar:
- Group Stage: June 14 - June 26
- Round of 16: June 29 - July 2
- Quarterfinals: July 5 - July 6
- Semifinals: July 9 - July 10
- Final: July 14
Group Stage Fixtures
There are six groups (A through F) in the group stage, each consisting of four teams in it. In this phase, each side will play three matches. The four best third-place teams and the top two runners-up from each group move on to the Round of 16. The group stage fixtures are shown here in brief:
Group A: Bosnia & Herzegovina, France, Germany, and Hungary
Group B: Ukraine, Poland, Sweden, and Spain
Group C: Finland, Austria, Italy, and the Netherlands
Group D: Albania, Czech Republic, Croatia, and England
Group E: Slovakia, Belgium, Portugal, and Turkey
Group F: Russia, Scotland, Denmark, and Switzerland
Euro 2024 Detailed Match Schedule
The teams will be ranked depending on their points after group play is over. A spot in the Round of 16 is awarded to the top two players from each of the six groups. A spot in the tournament's knockout phase is also awarded to the top four third-place teams.
Group Stage (June 14-18)
June 14, 2024
Germany vs Scotland: 3 p.m.
June 15, 2024
Hungary vs Switzerland: 9 a.m.
Spain vs Croatia: 12 p.m.
Albania vs Itlay: 3 p.m.
June 16, 2024
Netherlands vs Poland: 9 a.m.
Denmark vs Slovenia: 12 p.m.
England vs Serbia: 3 p.m.
June 17, 2024
Ukraine vs Romania: 9 a.m.
Slovakia vs Belgium: 12 p.m.
France vs Austria: 3 p.m.
June 18, 2024
Georgia vs Turkey: 12 p.m.
Portugal vs Czechia: 3 p.m.
Group Stage (June 19-26)
June 19, 2024
Croatia vs Albania: 9 a.m.
Germany vs Hungary: 12 p.m.
Scotland vs Switzerland: 3 p.m.
June 20, 2024
Slovenia vs Serbia: 9 a.m.
Denmark vs England: 12 p.m.
Spain vs Italy: 3 p.m.
June 21, 2024
Slovakia vs Ukraine: 9 a.m.
Poland vs Austria: 12 p.m.
France vs Netherlands: 3 p.m.
June 22, 2024
Czechia vs Georgia: 9 a.m.
Portugal vs Turkey: 12 p.m.
Romania vs Belgium: 3 p.m.
June 23, 2024
Germany vs Switzerland: 3 p.m.
Scotland vs Hungary: 3 p.m.
June 24, 2024
Croatia vs Italy: 3 p.m.
Albania vs Spain: 3 p.m.
June 25, 2024
Netherlands vs Austria: 12 p.m.
Poland vs France: 12 p.m.
Slovenia vs England: 3 p.m.
Denmark vs Serbia: 3 p.m.
June 26, 2024
Romania vs Slovakia: 12 p.m.
Belgium vs Ukraine: 12 p.m.
Czechia vs Turkey: 3 p.m.
Round of 16 - Bracket Stage
The tournament proceeds to the knockout phase following the group stage, with the Round of 16 serving as the first stop. The group stage results will be used to establish the bracket. Single-elimination matchups are played at this level. Therefore, every game is a do-or-die situation. There will be competition between the top two teams in each group and the top four teams in third place.
Teams will be striving to stay in the tournament; therefore, the matches will be fierce. The losing teams are eliminated, while the winners advance to the next Round. The matches will take place from June 29, 2024, to July 2, 2024.
Quarterfinals
In the Round of 16, the top eight finishers move on to the quarterfinals. There are single-elimination matches at this level as well. Teams are now only two victories away from making it to the final, which intensifies the battle. Every game will be a demonstration of talent, cunning, and willpower as teams compete to make the final four. The matches will take place on July 5 and July 6.
Semifinals
The four quarterfinal winner teams advance to the semifinals. Only the greatest of the best remain in the competition at this point and every match matters. Because the victorious team in these matches will secure a coveted position in the final, the stakes are quite high. When these top teams compete for the opportunity to win, the level of commitment and excitement will be at its highest. The match will take place on July 9 and July 10.
Final
The winning team of Euro 2024 will be determined in the grand final between the two semifinalists. The eagerly awaited match is scheduled to take place in Berlin on July 14, 2024, at 3 P.M.
How to Watch the 2024 European Championship?
It's simple to watch Euro 2024, with a variety of options based on where you live. In the UK, the broadcasting rights of BBC and ITV will be shared. BBC and ITV Hub, as well as ITV One and BBC One's respective streaming services, will all carry the matches.
In the US, the matches will be shown on ESPN and Univision. ESPN, ESPN2, and Univision channels carry them, and you can view them on ESPN+ and Univision Now. FOX will provide match coverage in Germany. Both ZDF Mediathek and ARD Mediathek's TV networks and streaming services provide these for access.
Conclusion
The football action at the Euro 2024 tournament is expected to be world-class, including enthralling encounters. To ensure you don't miss a single game, set reminders on your calendars, check the regional TV listings, and get your streaming options ready. Whether you simply enjoy watching sports or are a supporter of your own nation, Euro 2024 promises to be an exciting event.
