The UEFA Euro 2024 tournament has already captivated fans worldwide with thrilling matches, unexpected upsets, and unforgettable goals. As the group stage progresses towards its climax on June 26th, the stakes are higher than ever. With eight of the 24 participating nations facing elimination, every match is crucial in determining who advances to the coveted knockout rounds.
The path to the knockout stage is straightforward for the top teams: the top two finishers in each of the six groups automatically qualify. Joining them will be the four best third-placed teams, adding an extra layer of drama and competition to the group stage finale.
For teams tied on points, the Euro 2024 tiebreaker rules prioritize head-to-head results, differing from the overall goal difference rule used in the World Cup group stages. If teams remain inseparable after considering head-to-head points, then overall goal difference across all group matches comes into play.
Mark your calendars for the knockout stage action: the round of 16 kicks off from Saturday, June 29th, to Tuesday, July 2nd. The quarter-finals are scheduled for Friday, July 5th, and Saturday, July 6th, setting the stage for the semi-finals on Tuesday, July 9th, and Wednesday, July 10th. All roads lead to Berlin for the grand final on Sunday, July 14th.
Let’s delve into a group-by-group analysis to assess the current standings and predict potential knockout stage matchups as Euro 2024 unfolds. We will provide updates as the tournament progresses, ensuring you stay informed about the Euro Table 2024 dynamics.
Euro 2024 Group Standings and Analysis
Group A
Host nation Germany has secured their place in the knockout stage in dominant fashion. They opened the tournament with a resounding 5-1 victory over Scotland in Munich and followed it up with a comfortable 2-0 win against Hungary in Stuttgart. The German squad looks strong and is living up to expectations as tournament hosts.
Switzerland currently sits in second place in Group A. Their campaign began with a solid 3-1 win over Hungary on June 15th, and they solidified their position with a 1-1 draw against Scotland on June 19th. Switzerland is in a good position to advance.
The Group A winner is slated to face the runner-up from Group C in Dortmund on June 29th, a match that could pit Germany against a strong contender. The second-place team from Group A will face the Group B runner-up in Berlin on the same day, setting up a potentially thrilling clash.
| Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Germany (Q) | 2 | 6 |
| Switzerland | 2 | 4 |
| Scotland | 2 | 1 |
| Hungary | 2 | 0 |
Group B
Group B, often dubbed the “group of death,” has lived up to its billing with high-stakes matches. Spain emerged victorious in a crucial encounter against Italy, securing a 1-0 win and guaranteeing their top spot and progression to the knockout stage.
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Italy now faces a critical final group match against Croatia. A draw would be sufficient for Italy to advance, while a defeat could see Croatia leapfrog them in the Euro table 2024.
Albania also remains in contention. If they manage to defeat Spain, they would also reach four points. A scenario where both Albania and Croatia finish on four points and Italy is eliminated would lead to goal difference determining the second-place team from Group B, after their 2-2 draw against each other. The other team could still qualify as one of the best third-placed teams.
Group B witnessed a historic moment when Albania’s Nedim Bajrami scored the fastest goal in European Championship history, just 23 seconds into their match against Italy on June 15th. Despite this early shock, Italy rallied to win 2-1, with goals from Alessandro Bastoni and Nicolo Barella.
Earlier on the same day, Spain showcased their strength by defeating 2022 World Cup semi-finalists Croatia 3-0. Goals from Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz, and Dani Carvajal secured a dominant victory for Spain. Alvaro Morata’s goalscoring prowess at the Euros continues to impress, as he now ranks among the top scorers in European Championship history, only behind Cristiano Ronaldo and Michel Platini.
| Player | Country | Goals | Tournaments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo | Portugal | 14 | 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2020, 2024 |
| Michel Platini | France | 9 | 1984 |
| Alan Shearer | England | 7 | 1992, 1996, 2000 |
| Alvaro Morata | Spain | 7 | 2016, 2020, 2024 |
| Antoine Griezmann | France | 7 | 2016, 2020, 2024 |
Croatia narrowly avoided defeat against Albania on June 19th, in a match that ended 2-2. Andrej Kramaric and an own goal by Klaus Gjasula initially put Croatia ahead 2-1, but Gjasula redeemed himself by scoring at the right end in the dying minutes of added time, securing a point for Albania.
Spain is set to play a third-placed team in Cologne on June 30th in the round of 16. The Group B runner-up will compete in the opening knockout stage match in Berlin on June 29th against the second-placed team from Group A.
| Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | 2 | 6 |
| Italy | 2 | 3 |
| Albania | 2 | 1 |
| Croatia | 2 | 1 |
Group C
England‘s 1-1 draw with Denmark has positioned them favorably in Group C, guaranteeing at least a third-place finish with four points after two games. Denmark and Slovenia are level on points and goal difference, having drawn their head-to-head match.
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Serbia secured their first point with a late equalizer against Slovenia on June 20th, keeping their hopes alive.
England topped the group after their initial 1-0 victory against Serbia on June 16th. A draw against Slovenia in their final group game on June 25th would secure England’s spot in the round of 16. Denmark will face Serbia simultaneously in another crucial Group C match.
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The Group C winner will play a third-placed team in Gelsenkirchen on June 30th. The runner-up will play against the winner of Group A, currently Germany, in Dortmund on June 29th.
| Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|
| England | 2 | 4 |
| Denmark | 2 | 2 |
| Slovenia | 2 | 2 |
| Serbia | 2 | 1 |
Group D
Kylian Mbappe‘s broken nose dominated headlines in Group D’s first round of matches. The France captain sustained the injury in a collision with Austria‘s Kevin Danso during their 1-0 victory on June 18th. Despite the injury, which saw him benched for the game against the Netherlands, Mbappe’s impact in the win against Austria, where his run led to an own goal, cannot be understated.
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The Netherlands secured a 2-1 win against Poland on June 16th, thanks to a late goal from substitute Wout Weghorst. However, Poland’s subsequent 3-1 defeat to Austria on June 21st, followed by the Netherlands and France drawing 0-0, has resulted in Poland becoming the first team eliminated from Euro 2024.
The Group D winner will play the runner-up from Group F in the round of 16 on July 2nd in Leipzig. The Group D runner-up will face the Group E runner-up the day before in Dusseldorf.
| Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 2 | 4 |
| France | 2 | 4 |
| Austria | 2 | 3 |
| Poland (eliminated) | 2 | 0 |
Group E
Group E delivered a major upset when Slovakia defeated Belgium 1-0 in Frankfurt on June 17th. Ranked lower by FIFA, Slovakia’s victory is considered the biggest upset in European Championship history based on rankings. Earlier that day, Romania impressed with a 3-0 win against Ukraine, highlighted by a spectacular long-range goal from Nicolae Stanciu.
Ukraine rebounded with a crucial 2-1 victory over Slovakia on June 21st, moving them up the Euro table 2024 and intensifying the competition in Group E.
Belgium, hoping for Romelu Lukaku to find his scoring form, will face Romania on June 22nd in a critical match for their tournament hopes.
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The winner of Group E will face a third-placed team in Munich on July 2nd. The runner-up will play against the Group D runner-up the day before in Dusseldorf.
| Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | 1 | 3 |
| Ukraine | 2 | 3 |
| Slovakia | 2 | 3 |
| Belgium | 1 | 0 |
Group F
The Group F match between Turkey and Georgia on June 18th is considered by many to be the most exciting game of Euro 2024 so far. Turkey emerged victorious 3-1 in a match filled with spectacular goals. Mert Muldur and Arda Guler scored stunning long-range goals for Turkey, while Georges Mikautadze scored Georgia’s historic first-ever Euro goal.
In a dramatic finish, with Georgia pushing for an equalizer and their goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili joining the attack, Turkey capitalized on an empty net, with Kerem Akturkoglu sealing a 3-1 win.
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Later that night, Portugal secured a late win against the Czech Republic. This match saw history made as 41-year-old Pepe became the oldest player ever to feature in the European Championship, and Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to participate in six European Championship editions.
Portugal will face Turkey on June 22nd, with Cristiano Ronaldo eager to score and extend his record in his sixth Euros, after failing to score against the Czech Republic. Georgia and the Czech Republic will play each other earlier that day, both teams desperate for a win to avoid elimination.
The winner of Group F will play a third-placed team in Frankfurt on July 1st. The runner-up will face the Group D winner the following day in Leipzig.
| Team | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | 1 | 3 |
| Portugal | 1 | 3 |
| Czech Republic | 1 | 0 |
| Georgia | 1 | 0 |
Euro 2024 Knockout Stage Bracket
Here is the provisional bracket for the knockout stage. We will continue to update this as Euro 2024 progresses and the euro table 2024 becomes clearer.
(Top photo: Denmark score against England; Kirill Kudryavtsev/AFP via Getty Images)
