The UEFA Euro 2024 group stage draw has set the stage for an exciting tournament, with Spain landing in a particularly challenging Group B alongside Croatia, Italy, and Albania. The draw, held in Hamburg on Saturday, revealed the path for all participating nations in the highly anticipated European Championship.
Euro 2024 Group Stage Draw Breakdown
Group A: Germany, Scotland, Hungary, Switzerland
Group B: Spain, Croatia, Italy, Albania
Group C: Slovenia, Denmark, Serbia, England
Group D: Play-off Winner A, Netherlands, Austria, France
Group E: Belgium, Slovakia, Romania, Play-off Winner B
Group F: Turkey, Play-off Winner C, Portugal, Czech Republic
Play-off winners will be determined in March 2024.
The tournament will kick off on June 14, 2024, with hosts Germany taking on Scotland in the opening match. Spain will begin their Euro 2024 campaign against Croatia in a rematch of the recent UEFA Nations League final, where Spain emerged victorious. Group B is further complicated by the presence of reigning European champions Italy and a potentially tricky Albania managed by former FC Barcelona and AC Milan player, Silvinho.
England, led by Jude Bellingham, finds themselves in Group C with Slovenia, Denmark, and Serbia. Group D features a heavyweight clash between France and the Netherlands, along with Austria and a play-off winner. Belgium heads Group E alongside Slovakia, Romania, and another play-off winner. Finally, Group F sees 2016 champions Portugal pitted against Turkey, Czech Republic, and the remaining play-off winner.
Key Dates for Euro 2024
June 14, 2024: UEFA Euro 2024 Opening Match
July 14, 2024: UEFA Euro 2024 Final
The draw has certainly set the stage for a thrilling Euro 2024. Football fans worldwide can now look forward to these exciting group stage matchups and the journey to crown the next European champion.
