The UEFA European Championship, also known as the Euros, is one of the most prestigious international football tournaments globally, captivating fans with thrilling matches and showcasing Europe’s top talents. Euro 2024 was no exception, and understanding the tournament bracket is key to following the exciting knockout stages. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the Euro 2024 format, bracket, and results, ensuring you have all the essential information.
Euro 2024 Format Explained
Euro 2024 featured 24 national teams vying for the coveted title. The tournament commenced with a group stage, where the teams were divided into six groups (Group A to F), each consisting of four nations. In this initial phase, each team played against every other team within their group once.
The progression to the knockout stage from the group stage was structured to include not only the top teams but also reward strong performances across all groups. Specifically, the winners and runners-up from each of the six groups automatically advanced to the Round of 16. Adding to the competitiveness, the four best third-placed teams from across all groups also qualified for the knockout rounds. This ensured that a total of 16 teams entered the knockout phase, setting the stage for high-stakes, single-elimination matches.
From the Round of 16 onwards, Euro 2024 transitioned into a straight knockout tournament. This format is straightforward and intense: each match is a must-win. If a game ended in a draw after the regular 90 minutes, extra time was played. If the score remained level after extra time, the match was decided by a penalty shootout. This knockout structure culminated in the final match, determining the Euro 2024 champion. Germany hosted the tournament, with matches played across ten host cities: Berlin, Cologne, Dortmund, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Gelsenkirchen, Hamburg, Leipzig, Munich, and Stuttgart, providing a vibrant backdrop for the competition.
Euro 2024 Bracket and Results
The Euro 2024 knockout bracket unfolded as follows, showcasing the path to the final and the ultimate champion:
FINAL
Sunday, July 14
Spain 2-1 England (Berlin)
SEMIFINALS
Tuesday, July 9
Spain 2-1 France (Munich)
Wednesday, July 10
Netherlands 1-2 England (Dortmund)
QUARTERFINALS
Friday, July 5
Spain 2-1 (AET) Germany (Stuttgart)
Portugal 0-0 (AET, pens 3-5) France (Hamburg)
Saturday, July 6
England 1-1 (AET, pens 5-3) Switzerland (Düsseldorf)
Netherlands 2-1 Turkey (Berlin)
ROUND OF 16
Saturday, June 29
Switzerland 2-0 Italy (Berlin)
Germany 2-0 Denmark (Dortmund)
Sunday, June 30
England 2-1 (AET) Slovakia (Gelsenkirchen)
Spain 4-1 Georgia (Cologne)
Monday, July 1
France 1-0 Belgium (Düsseldorf)
Portugal 0-0 (AET; pens 3-0) Slovenia (Frankfurt)
Tuesday, July 2
Romania 0-3 Netherlands (Munich)
Austria 1-2 Turkey (Leipzig)
GROUP STAGE Results Overview:
Friday, June 14 Group A: Germany 5-1 Scotland (Munich)
Saturday, June 15 Group A: Hungary 1-3 Switzerland (Cologne); Group B: Spain 3-0 Croatia (Berlin); Group B: Italy 2-1 Albania (Dortmund)
Sunday, June 16 Group D: Poland 1-2 Netherlands (Hamburg); Group C: Slovenia 1-1 Denmark (Stuttgart); Group C: Serbia 0-1 England (Gelsenkirchen)
Monday, June 17 Group E: Romania 3-0 Ukraine (Munich); Group E: Belgium 0-1 Slovakia (Frankfurt); Group D: Austria 0-1 France (Düsseldorf)
Tuesday, June 18 Group F: Turkey 3-1 Georgia (Dortmund); Group F: Portugal 2-1 Czechia (Leipzig)
Wednesday, June 19 Group B: Croatia 2-2 Albania (Hamburg); Group A: Germany 2-0 Hungary (Stuttgart); Group A: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland (Cologne)
Thursday, June 20 Group C: Slovenia 1-1 Serbia (Munich); Group C: Denmark 1-1 England (Frankfurt); Group B: Spain 1-0 Italy (Gelsenkirchen)
Friday, June 21 Group E: Slovakia 1-2 Ukraine (Düsseldorf); Group D: Poland 1-3 Austria (Berlin); Group D: Netherlands 0-0 France (Leipzig)
Saturday, June 22 Group F: Georgia 1-1 Czechia (Hamburg); Group F: Turkey 0-3 Portugal (Dortmund); Group E: Belgium 2-0 Romania (Cologne)
Sunday, June 23 Group A: Switzerland 1-1 Germany (Frankfurt); Group A: Scotland 0-1 Hungary (Stuttgart)
Monday, June 24 Group B: Albania 0-1 Spain (Düsseldorf); Group B: Croatia 1-1 Italy (Leipzig)
Tuesday, June 25 Group D: France 1-1 Poland (Dortmund); Group D: Netherlands 2-3 Austria (Berlin); Group C: England 0-0 Slovenia (Cologne); Group C: Denmark 0-0 Serbia (Munich)
Wednesday, June 26 Group E: Ukraine 0-0 Belgium (Stuttgart); Group E: Slovakia 1-1 Romania (Frankfurt); Group F: Czechia 1-2 Turkey (Hamburg); Group F: Georgia 2-0 Portugal (Gelsenkirchen)
This detailed breakdown of the Euro 2024 tournament bracket and results provides a clear picture of the competition’s progression, from the initial group stages to the thrilling knockout rounds and the final match. Whether you are a dedicated football fan or new to the sport, understanding the Euro Tournament Bracket enhances your appreciation of this major international event.
