The eagerly awaited Euro 2024 European Championship continues as Group E commences today. The action will feature four countries vying for victory, with Austria and France set to face off in the remaining opening match from Group D.
England and the Netherlands both enjoyed victorious starts on Sunday. The Dutch, in particular, came from behind to secure a win over Poland in the day’s opening match, while Slovenia held Denmark in Group C. The Three Lions also fought hard for their three points against Serbia in the final game of the day.
Today’s Match Schedule:
– Romania 3 Ukraine 0, (Group E, Allianz Arena) 2 pm, BBC
– Belgium vs Slovakia, (Group E, Frankfurt Arena), 5 pm, ITV
– Austria vs France, (Group D, Leipzig Stadium), 8 pm ITV
Key Dates to Note:
The group stage will run until June 26, with the knockout stage commencing three days later on June 29.
– Round of 16: June 29-July 2
– Quarter-finals: July 5-6
– Semi-finals: July 9-10
– Final: July 14
Tournament Location:
The competition is taking place in Germany across 10 cities: Dortmund, Hamburg, Berlin, Leipzig, Munich, Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Cologne, Düsseldorf, and Gelsenkirchen.
Participating Teams:
A total of 24 teams will be competing at the European Championship. Poland, Ukraine, and Georgia secured their places via the play-offs.
Where to Watch Euro 2024:
In the UK, the BBC and ITV/STV share the broadcast rights for the European Championship. The matches can be viewed on either channel, with the BBC broadcasting England’s opening win against Serbia and their clash with Denmark. ITV, on the other hand, will air the potentially decisive final Group C game for England against Slovenia, along with any last-16 fixtures involving the Three Lions and any semi-final. The final and matches in between will be shown on both channels.
Furthermore, the official Euro 2024 song, “Fire,” has been released. It is a collaboration between Italian DJ group Meduza, American pop-rock band OneRepublic, and German pop artist Kim Petras. The official Euro 2024 ball, known as Fussballliebe, has also been unveiled, featuring a unique design inspired by the joy of football and sustainability.
So, football enthusiasts, prepare for the thrilling Euro 2024 tournament as Europe’s finest teams battle for ultimate glory!