Euro Cup 2024 Germay Schedule: Fixtures, Team Groups, Venue and India Time

The UEFA European Football Championship, commonly referred to as the Euro Cup, is a prestigious international soccer tournament held every four years. Teams from across Europe compete for the coveted title of European champions.

Hosted by different European countries, the Euro Cup brings together top footballing nations to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. 

After the FIFA World Cup, the Euro Cup ranks as the second most-watched football tournament globally. Approximately 600 million viewers tuned in to watch the final of Euro 2016. 

Throughout the history of the European Championship tournaments, ten national teams have emerged as winners. Germany and Spain lead with three titles each, while Italy and France have secured two titles apiece. Additionally, the Soviet Union, Czechoslovakia, the Netherlands, Denmark, Greece, and Portugal have each clinched one championship. 

The 2024 UEFA European Football Championship will be the 17th edition of the prestigious tournament. Germany will serve as the host nation, with matches scheduled to be held from June 14th to July 14th, 2024. The winner of this championship will proceed to compete in the 2025 CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions against the winner of the 2024 Copa América.

The groups for Euro 2024 have been drawn, and the complete fixture has been released. A total of 24 teams are set to participate in the tournament, with 21 of them already determined. Three additional teams will progress through the playoffs, with Wales aiming to join England and Scotland in the finals.

Euro 24 Groups

Group A

• A1: Germany 
• A2: Scotland
• A3: Hungary
• A4: Switzerland

Group B

• B1: Spain
• B2: Croatia
• B3: Italy
• B4: Albania

Group C

• C1: Slovenia
• C2: Denmark
• C3: Serbia
• C4: England

Group D

• D1: Play-off winner A,
• D2: Netherlands
• D3: Austria
• D4: France

Group E

• E1: Belgium
• E2: Slovakia
• E3: Romania
• E4: Play-off winner B

Group F

• F1: Turkey
• F2: Play-off winner C
• F3: Portugal
• F4: Czechia

Match Time Euro Cup 2024 India Time

The opening match of the European Championship will take place between host Germany and Scotland at the Munich Football Arena in Munich on June 14 at 9 PM local time (1:30 AM IST on July 15).

There are a total of 51 matches that will be played in the tournament – the first match will take place at the Olympiastadion Berlin on July 14, 2024.

Germany, as the host nation, qualified automatically. While West Germany hosted the tournament in 1988, this will be the first time Germany has hosted the European Championship since reunification.

Who is the current defending champion of the Euro Cup?

Italy is the defending champion, having won the Euro Cup in 2021 by defeating England in the final.

Top 4 Favourites Team to Win Euro 2024

1. Spain

Spain enters the Euros as one of the in-form sides – the side has won all their 10 qualifiers under new coach Luis de la Fuente, who replaced the team following their disappointing World Cup exit. There are only a few players that remain from the world cup since de la Fuente focus have been focusing on young talents like Gavi, Pedri, and Ansu Fati.

Sixteen-year-old Lamine Yamal, Spain’s youngest ever international player, could make history as the Championships’ youngest competitor if he plays.

2. Germany

As hosts, Germany will also be one of the favourites. They have won the European title three times, the most alongside Spain – their last win was in 1996. New manager Julian Nagelsmann leads a team with experienced players that include Toni Kroos, Ilkay Gundogan, Manuel Neuer, Joshua Kimmich, Antonio Rudiger, and Thomas Muller.

3. Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo, at 39, will still be a key player, although he might not at his prime. Ronaldo has scored nine goals in 10 Euro qualifying games. With 14 goals across five Euros, including a victory in 2016, his impact is undeniable.

The squad also has big stars like Joao Neves and the experienced Pepe, who, at 41, could become the oldest player in European Championship history. The defense sees players like Nuno Mendes, Joao Cancelo, and Diogo Dalot. Bruno Fernandes, prolific in the qualifiers, joins Bernardo Silva, Rafael Leao, and Diogo Jota, providing Portugal with an abundance of talent.

4. France

Kylian Mbappe had a stellar World Cup performance and this heralded a new era for French football, promising even more success. France is a side that has plenty of talent and is a strong contender for their third Euro title in 2024, having previously won in 1984 and 2000.

The squad boasts powerful strikers like Mbappe, Antoine Griezmann, Olivier Giroud, and Ousmane Dembele. Their defense, anchored by goalkeeper Mike Maignan and defenders Ibrahima Konate, Benjamin Pavard, Theo Hernandez, and Ferland Mendy, has only conceded three goals in qualifying.

The return of N’Golo Kante from the Saudi league adds significant depth to their midfield.

FAQs about Euro Cup 2024

Q) When and where will Euro Cup 2024 take place?

A) Euro Cup 2024 will be held in Germany from June 14 to July 14, 2024.

Q) How many teams will participate in Euro Cup 2024?

A) A total of 24 teams will participate in Euro Cup 2024.

Q) Which cities in Germany will host Euro Cup 2024 matches?

A) The matches will be hosted in ten cities: Berlin, Munich, Dortmund, Stuttgart, Hamburg, Leipzig, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, and Gelsenkirchen.

Q) How can fans purchase tickets for Euro Cup 2024?

A) Fans can purchase tickets through the official UEFA website or authorized ticketing partners. Ticket sales usually open in phases, including a general public sale and a fans-first phase.

Q) Who is the current defending champion of the Euro Cup?

A) Italy is the defending champion, having won the Euro Cup in 2021 by defeating England in the final.

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