The UEFA Euro 2024 tournament, hosted in Germany, captivated football fans worldwide. Following an exciting group stage, the top teams advanced to the knockout rounds, beginning with the highly anticipated Round of 16. This stage of the competition is where the stakes are raised, and only the best teams can survive and continue their journey to the final in Berlin.
Euro 2024 Format Leading to the Round of 16
The tournament commenced with 24 national teams drawn into six groups (A to F), each containing four teams. In the group stage, every team played each other once in a round-robin format. Victories earned teams three points, and draws one point. The top two teams from each group automatically qualified for the Euro 2024 knockout stage. Adding to the drama, the four best third-placed teams across all groups also secured their spots in the Round of 16, ensuring that strong performances were rewarded regardless of group position. This format set the stage for thrilling knockout matches.
Euro 2024 Round of 16 Fixtures and Results
The Euro 2024 Round Of 16 Bracket featured a series of compelling matchups across Germany. Below is a detailed look at each game, including the date, venue, and final result:
Saturday, June 29
Switzerland vs Italy (Berlin)
- Result: Switzerland 2-0 Italy
Germany vs Denmark (Dortmund)
- Result: Germany 2-0 Denmark
Sunday, June 30
England vs Slovakia (Gelsenkirchen)
- Result: England 2-1 (AET) Slovakia
Spain vs Georgia (Cologne)
- Result: Spain 4-1 Georgia
Monday, July 1
France vs Belgium (Düsseldorf)
- Result: France 1-0 Belgium
Portugal vs Slovenia (Frankfurt)
- Result: Portugal 0-0 (AET; pens 3-0) Slovenia
Tuesday, July 2
Romania vs Netherlands (Munich)
- Result: Romania 0-3 Netherlands
Austria vs Turkey (Leipzig)
- Result: Austria 1-2 Turkey
Euro 2024 Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Final
After the Round of 16, the winners progressed through the bracket to the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and ultimately, the Final. Here’s a recap of those later stages:
Quarterfinals
Friday, July 5
Spain vs Germany (Stuttgart)
- Result: Spain 2-1 (AET) Germany
Portugal vs France (Hamburg)
- Result: Portugal 0-0 (AET, pens 3-5) France
Saturday, July 6
England vs Switzerland (Düsseldorf)
- Result: England 1-1 (AET, pens 5-3) Switzerland
Netherlands vs Turkey (Berlin)
- Result: Netherlands 2-1 Turkey
Semifinals
Tuesday, July 9
Spain vs France (Munich)
- Result: Spain 2-1 France
Wednesday, July 10
Netherlands vs England (Dortmund)
- Result: Netherlands 1-2 England
Final
Sunday, July 14
Spain vs England (Berlin)
- Result: Spain 2-1 England
Euro 2024 Venues
Matches throughout the Euro 2024 tournament, including the Round of 16 and beyond, were held in ten world-class stadiums across Germany. These host cities included:
- Berlin
- Cologne
- Dortmund
- Düsseldorf
- Frankfurt
- Gelsenkirchen
- Hamburg
- Leipzig
- Munich
- Stuttgart
Conclusion
The Euro 2024 Round of 16 delivered thrilling football and set the stage for the dramatic quarterfinals, semifinals, and final. From surprising upsets to dominant performances, the knockout bracket showcased the intensity and excitement of top-level international football, culminating in Spain’s victory over England in the final held in Berlin. The tournament across Germany provided a memorable summer for football fans globally.
