The UEFA European Championship, often simply called the Euros, stands as one of the most prestigious international football tournaments globally, second only to the World Cup for many fans. Featuring Europe’s top national teams, the competition is a thrilling showcase of skill and national pride. For fans in the United States eager to know, Are Euros On Tv?, the answer is a resounding yes! Here’s how you can catch all the action.
In the USA, FOX Sports holds the English-language broadcast rights for the UEFA European Championship. This means you can find Euro 2024 and Euro 2028 matches across the FOX network. Specifically, a significant portion of the Euro 2024 tournament will be aired on the main FOX broadcast channel, ensuring wide accessibility. For the Euro 2024 in Germany, FOX is set to broadcast 29 out of the 51 games on its primary channel. An additional 17 matches will be available on Fox Sports 1 (FS1).
However, FOX has also partnered with Fubo, a streaming service that sublicenses a selection of Euro matches, including some qualifiers and five exclusive games during the Euro 2024 tournament proper. This partnership makes Fubo a key platform for comprehensive Euro coverage.
Fubo stands out as a particularly convenient option for English-speaking viewers. Not only does it stream exclusive Euro matches, but it also carries FOX, FS1, and FS2. This comprehensive offering makes Fubo a one-stop streaming destination for watching the European Championship and its qualifying matches, eliminating the need for multiple subscriptions.
For fans who prefer Spanish-language commentary, ViX is the go-to platform. ViX will stream every single game of the Euros. Furthermore, select matches will also be televised on traditional Spanish-language channels including TUDN, Univision, and UniMás. This ensures comprehensive coverage for Spanish-speaking audiences in the US as well.
The excitement for Euro 2024 began building after the tournament draw, where the 24 participating teams were divided into six groups of four. This draw revealed the full match schedule, allowing fans to plan their viewing. Notably, for the initial two matchdays of Euro 2024, games are scheduled to avoid overlap, maximizing viewing opportunities. However, the final matchday of the group stage will feature simultaneous kick-offs, with both games in each group played at the same time to maintain fairness and excitement.
Meet the Voices of Euro 2024: FOX’s Commentary Team
FOX’s coverage marks their first foray into broadcasting the European Championship. To bring the tournament to life, they’ve assembled a team of seasoned commentators with experience from major football events like the World Cup, Women’s World Cup, Copa America, and UEFA Champions League.
Leading the play-by-play commentary team is Ian Darke, who is expected to call many of the high-profile matches. He is joined by Derek Rae, Jacqui Oatley, and Darren Fletcher, adding depth and expertise to the broadcast booth. Providing in-game analysis are familiar faces such as Landon Donovan, Robert Green, Warren Barton, and Owen Hargreaves, offering insights and tactical breakdowns throughout the tournament.
The studio coverage will be hosted by Jules Breach, who will guide viewers through pre-game, halftime, and post-game analysis. She will be joined by a team of studio analysts including Ariane Hingst, Giorgio Chiellini, Daniel Sturridge, Peter Schmeichel, and Stu Holden, offering a wealth of playing and coaching experience. Additionally, Maurice Edu and Alexi Lalas, both former USMNT players, will contribute to FOX’s coverage, potentially focusing on the later stages of the tournament due to their commitments with Copa America analysis earlier in the summer.
A Look Back: The History of the European Championship
The European Championship has a rich history, evolving from regional competitions to the major international tournament we know today. Before the Euros, tournaments like the British Home Championship and the Central European International Cup showcased national team football within specific regions.
The concept of a pan-European tournament was first proposed in 1927 by Henri Delaunay, the secretary-general of the French Soccer Federation. However, it wasn’t until 1958, after Delaunay’s passing, that the UEFA European Championship began to take shape. The inaugural UEFA European Soccer Championship was officially announced in 1960, with the first tournament held in France in the same year. The final four teams in 1960 were Yugoslavia, Czechoslovakia, the Soviet Union, and France, with the Soviet Union emerging as the first champions.
Originally called the European Nations’ Cup, the tournament was initially planned for the even-numbered year between World Cups. In 1968, it officially adopted the name “European Championship.” The tournament format has seen several changes over the years, expanding from a four-team knockout competition to include group stages and eventually 16 and then 24 teams by 2016, reflecting the growing popularity of football globally. The hosting structure has also evolved, from single host nations to co-hosts and even a pan-European format for Euro 2020, held across 11 different countries.
The winner of the European Championship is awarded the Henri Delaunay Trophy, named in honor of the visionary who first proposed the tournament. The Euros continue to captivate audiences worldwide, standing as a testament to the enduring appeal of European football and its impact on global sports culture.
Get Ready for Euro 2024 with these Resources:
- Euro Bracket: Download a free PDF bracket for the tournament
- Euro 2024 Schedule: Full schedule of all games for the 2024 tournament
- How to watch: Information on where to find the games on TV and streaming
- How to Stream: Learn how you can stream Euro games live in 2024
- Qualifying: Get the breakdown on how qualifying shook out
- Euros on FOX & Fubo: Details on broadcasting rights for the competition
- 2024 Soccer Calendar: Get the lowdown on what will be a busy year in soccer
