The Euro 2024 final is set to be a thrilling encounter between Spain and England. Both teams showcased remarkable resilience in their semi-final matches, overcoming initial deficits to secure 2-1 victories against France and the Netherlands respectively. This final marks a historic moment as it is the first time Spain and England will clash in a major tournament final like the Euros.
Euro 2024 Final Match Schedule
| Time (Vietnam Time) | Matchup | Location | TV Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02:00, July 15th | Spain vs England | Olympic Stadium Berlin | VTV3 |
Ahead of the final, Spain is considered by many to be the slight favorite. However, football data analyst Ali Tweedale points out that Spain is not without vulnerabilities. Luis de la Fuente’s squad might lack depth in their substitutes bench and shows fragility in defense, particularly at the left-back position currently occupied by Marc Cucurella.
Victory against England in the upcoming final would see Spain achieve a historic milestone: winning all seven games in a single Euro tournament and securing a record fourth Euro title. Currently, Spain shares the top spot for Euro titles with Germany, both with three championships. Spain’s previous Euro triumphs were in 1964, 2008, and 2012. Italy and France follow with two titles each.
Image alt text: Euro 2024 Final Match between Spain and England scheduled for July 15th at 2:00 AM Vietnam time.
Spain and England’s Path to the Euro 2024 Final
Spain’s journey to the Euro 2024 final has been nothing short of impressive. They have maintained a perfect record, winning all six of their matches leading up to the final, scoring 13 goals and conceding only 3.
Drawn into a challenging group, often dubbed the “group of death,” alongside Croatia, Italy, and Albania, Spain consistently demonstrated dominant form. Their fluid and captivating style of play proved too much for their group stage opponents, each succumbing to Luis de la Fuente’s team.
The knockout stages presented sterner tests for Spain, as they faced formidable opponents in Germany and France, both considered title contenders. Despite these challenges, “La Roja” continued to exhibit their superior strength, securing dramatic victories to advance to the final. Key players like Yamal, Nico Williams, and Rodri have been instrumental, embodying the spirit and dynamism of Spain’s gameplay.
Image alt text: Bukayo Saka of England and Lamine Yamal of Spain are expected to have a thrilling duel in the Euro 2024 final.
In contrast to Spain’s dominant run, England’s path to the final has been more arduous. Their performances in the group stage were less convincing, and in the round of 16 against Slovakia, they narrowly avoided elimination. Falling behind 1-0, it took a 94th-minute equalizer from Bellingham to level the score, followed by a 2-1 victory in extra time.
The quarter-final against Switzerland presented another tough challenge. England again conceded first and relied on Saka’s brilliance to equalize, eventually winning 5-3 in a penalty shootout after extra time.
England’s most convincing victory came in the semi-final against the Netherlands. Despite conceding an early goal, Gareth Southgate’s tactical adjustments and impactful substitutions turned the tide, leading to a comeback 2-1 win for England and securing their place in the final.
Image alt text: Infographic showing the paths of Spain and England to the Euro 2024 final, highlighting their match results in each round.
Euro 2024 Final Match Preview
The Euro 2024 final promises a clash of titans, featuring top stars from both squads across all positions.
Spain boasts midfield maestro Rodri, while England counters with an attacking force led by Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, and Phil Foden. Teenage sensations are also expected to feature prominently in the final, with 17-year-old forward Lamine Yamal for Spain and 19-year-old midfielder Kobbie Mainoo for England. Adding to the star-studded lineups are players like Fabian Ruiz, Dani Carvajal, Saka, and Rice – all world-class talents in their respective positions for both Spain and England.
Image alt text: Historical match record between England and Spain, noting England’s 3-2 victory in the 2018 Nations League.
In terms of squad availability for the final, Spain’s defense will be bolstered by the return of Robin Le Normand and Dani Carvajal, both back from suspension. England will have their full squad available, presenting both managers with optimal selection choices.
Historically, England holds an edge in head-to-head encounters against Spain in the Euros, remaining undefeated. England won both quarter-final legs in 1968 and a group stage match in 1980, before defeating Spain in a penalty shootout in the 1996 quarter-finals. In their most recent competitive match in the UEFA Nations League group stage in October 2018, England also secured a 3-2 victory over Spain.
However, current form and performances at Euro 2024 lead Opta’s supercomputer predictions to favor Spain as Euro 2024 champions with a 57% probability, compared to England’s 43%.
| Euro 2024 Round of 16 Results |
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| DATE |
| 29/6 |
| 30/6 |
| 30/6 |
| 1/7 |
| 1/7 |
| 2/7 |
| 2/7 |
| 3/7 |
| Euro 2024 Quarter-Final Results |
| 05/07 |
| 06/07 |
| 06/07 |
| 07/07 |
| Euro 2024 Semi-Final Results |
| 10/07 |
| 11/07 |
| Final |
| 15/07 |
Euro 2024 marks the 17th edition of the UEFA European Championship, a quadrennial international men’s football tournament organized by UEFA. This year, 24 national teams from across Europe competed for the coveted title.
The Euro 2024 tournament is hosted across 10 cities in Germany. The opening match featured the host nation Germany against Scotland on June 15th at 2:00 AM (Vietnam time). The final is scheduled for July 15th at the Olympiastadion Berlin, in Germany’s capital.
- Group Stage: June 15th – June 27th
- Round of 16: June 29th – July 3rd
- Quarter-finals: July 6th – July 7th
- Semi-finals: July 10th – July 11th
- Final: July 15th
The Euro 2024 format involves 24 teams divided into six groups of four. In the group stage, each team plays three matches. The top two teams from each group, along with the four best third-placed teams, advance to the knockout stage.
Throughout Euro history, 16 tournaments have been held, with 10 different nations claiming the championship. Germany and Spain lead with 3 titles each, followed by France and Italy with 2. The Soviet Union, Czechoslovakia, Netherlands, Denmark, Greece, and Portugal each have one title.
Spain holds the unique distinction of being the only nation to win two consecutive Euro titles, achieving this feat in 2008 and 2012.
The reigning Euro champions are Italy, who defeated England in a penalty shootout in the Euro 2020 final.
Related: Euro 2024 Top Scorers
Related: Euro 2024 Football Results
Final Match Result
- Final – Play Offs
15-07-2024 - FT
Spain *
2 – 1
