​The UEFA EURO 2024 tournament is set to take place in Germany from June 14 to July 14, 2024. As the continent’s premier international football competition, EURO 2024 promises to captivate audiences with thrilling matches, fierce rivalries, and the crowning of the next European champion.

Group Stage Matches

The group stage of the tournament will be held from June 19 to June 26, 2024, with 24 teams divided into 6 groups of 4 teams each.1 Some key highlights from the group stage include:

• Group A: Germany, the host nation, will take on Scotland in the opening match of the tournament in Munich.1Hungary and Switzerland are also in this group.1
• Group B: Spain will face off against Croatia in Berlin, while Italy takes on Albania in Dortmund.
• Group D: Poland will play against the Netherlands in Hamburg, while Austria faces France in Düsseldorf.
• Group C: Slovenia will meet Denmark in Stuttgart, while Serbia takes on England in Gelsenkirchen.
• Group E: Romania will play against Ukraine in Munich, and Belgium will face Slovakia in Frankfurt.
• Group F: Türkiye will take on Georgia in Dortmund, and Portugal will play against Czechia in Leipzig.

The group stage matches will continue over the next few days, with teams vying for a spot in the knockout round.

Here are some of the key sustainability measures that UEFA has implemented for the UEFA EURO 2024 tournament in Germany:

Reducing Environmental Impact

• Climate Action: UEFA is committed to reducing the tournament’s carbon footprint through adapted match schedules, smart mobility solutions, and carbon footprint measurement. They are also investing in a climate fund to support environmental projects run by German amateur football clubs.
• Sustainable Infrastructure: The EURO 2024 stadiums and facilities have been upgraded with sustainability in mind, maximizing efficiency in energy and water consumption.
• Circular Economy: UEFA is embracing the circular economy model, addressing waste generation in all ten stadiums through the 4R principle: reusing, reducing, recycling, and recovering waste.

Social Responsibility

• Human Rights: EURO 2024 is delivering a comprehensive set of measures to ensure the welfare and safety of all participants and spectators, including grievance and rapid response mechanisms to combat discrimination.
• Accessibility: UEFA is working with host cities, venues, and partners to implement numerous accessibility measures to provide a welcoming environment for everyone.
• Diversity and Inclusion: The “FootbALL” program harnesses the power of football to foster positive change in society, promoting the message that everyone is welcome in the sport.

Governance and Transparency

• Transparency: UEFA is adopting transparent, responsible, and accountable forms of conduct in the event’s operations, in line with international principles.
• Reporting: A dedicated report assessing the performance of the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Strategy will be available online at the end of 2024.
• Knowledge Sharing: UEFA is sharing knowledge and good practices in continuous discussions with host cities, partners, and other football stakeholders to shape a sustainable legacy.

Sustainable Approach

As part of UEFA’s commitment to making EURO 2024 a reference event for sustainability in sport, the venues and matches have been organized in regionalized clusters. This reduces the number of flights taken by teams by 75% compared to EURO 2016, ensuring easier and more sustainable transportation for supporters.

Knockout Stage

The knockout stage of the tournament will begin on June 29, 2024, with the Round of 16 matches.1 The schedule for the knockout stage is as follows:

• Round of 16:
  • Match 38: 2nd place in Group A vs. 2nd place in Group B (Berlin, 18:00)
  • Match 37: 1st place in Group A vs. 2nd place in Group C (Dortmund, 21:00)
  • Match 40: 1st place in Group C vs. 3rd place in Group D/E/F (Gelsenkirchen, 18:00)
  • Match 39: 1st place in Group B vs. 3rd place in Group A/D/E/F (Cologne, 21:00)
  • Match 42: 2nd place in Group D vs. 2nd place in Group E (Düsseldorf, 18:00)
  • Match 41: 1st place in Group F vs. 3rd place in Group A/B/C (Frankfurt, 21:00)
  • Match 43: 1st place in Group E vs. 3rd place in Group A/B/C/D (Munich, 18:00)
  • Match 44: 1st place in Group D vs. 2nd place in Group F (Leipzig, 21:00)1

The quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final will be played in the following days, with the final taking place in Berlin on July 14, 2024.

Form Guide

The UEFA EURO 2024 form guide provides a snapshot of the recent performance of the 24 participating teams.3 Here’s a quick overview of the form of some of the top contenders:

• Albania: The team has experienced a mixed run of form, with a record of WWLLDD in their last six matches, including a recent 3-1 win over Azerbaijan.
• Switzerland: The Swiss have been in impressive form, with a record of DWWWWW in their last six games, including a 1-1 draw with Austria.
• Belgium: The Red Devils have been consistently strong, with a record of WWDDWW in their last six matches, including a 3-0 victory over Luxembourg.
• Portugal: The defending champions have been solid, with a record of WWWDWW in their last six games, including a 1-2 loss to Croatia.
• Germany: The host nation has been in good form, with a record of WWWDWW in their last six matches, including a 5-1 win over Scotland in their opening EURO 2024 game.
• Netherlands: The Dutch have been impressive, with a record of WWLWWW in their last six games, including a 4-0 victory over Iceland.

These form guides provide valuable insights into the current state of the teams as they prepare for the tournament.3

Exciting Matches to Look Forward To

Some of the highly anticipated matches in the group stage include:

• Spain vs. Croatia (June 15, Berlin)
• Germany vs. Hungary (June 19, Stuttgart)
• Netherlands vs. France (June 21, Leipzig)
• England vs. Serbia (June 16, Gelsenkirchen)
• Belgium vs. Ukraine (June 17, Stuttgart)

In the knockout stage, the potential matchups that could captivate fans include:

• The winner of Group A vs. the runner-up of Group C (Round of 16, Dortmund)
• The winner of Group B vs. a third-place team from Groups A, D, E, or F (Round of 16, Cologne)
• The winner of the match between the winners of Groups E and F (Quarter-finals, Hamburg)