Euro 2024 Groups: A Complete Guide
With the Euro 2024 draw finalized and the playoffs completed, the stage is set for an exciting tournament in Germany. Here’s a comprehensive look at the Euro 2024 Groups:
Group A: Germany, Scotland, Hungary, Switzerland
Hosts Germany, despite recent struggles, are considered a strong contender for the Euro 2024 title. Scotland, after an impressive qualifying campaign, aims to progress from this challenging group. They face tough competition from Hungary, participating in their third consecutive Euros, and Switzerland, ranked higher by FIFA.
Group B: Spain, Croatia, Italy, Albania
This is the “Group of Death,” featuring three FIFA Top 10 teams. Spain and Croatia recently clashed in the UEFA Nations League final, with Spain winning on penalties. Italy, the defending champion, is always a threat in major tournaments. Albania, having topped their qualifying group ahead of Poland and Czechia, should not be underestimated.
Group C: England, Denmark, Serbia, Slovenia
England, a pre-tournament favorite, landed in a relatively weaker group. Denmark poses the biggest challenge to England’s aspirations. Serbia, boasting talented forwards like Aleksandar Mitrović and Dusan Vlahović, returns to the Euros after a 20-year absence. Slovenia, the second lowest-ranked team to qualify outright, completes the group.
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Group D: France, Netherlands, Austria, Poland
France, another tournament favorite, faces a strong test from the Netherlands in the group stage. Their previous encounters in Euro 2024 qualifying saw France victorious. While Austria faces an uphill battle to finish in the top two, they could potentially advance as one of the best third-place teams. Poland, having emerged from the playoffs, adds further competition to this group.
Group E: Belgium, Slovakia, Romania, Ukraine
Belgium is the clear favorite in Group E. Slovakia and Romania, both eliminated in the group stage of the previous Euros, will strive for an improved performance. Ukraine, securing their spot through the playoffs, aims to make an impact after a strong showing in qualifying.
Group F: Portugal, Czechia, Turkey, Georgia
Portugal, aiming for their second European title, boasts a strong squad led by Cristiano Ronaldo in what is likely his final international tournament. They dominated qualifying with a perfect record. Czechia, quarter-finalists in the last Euros, and Turkey, seeking to progress beyond the group stage, provide strong competition. Georgia, qualifying for their first major tournament, completes the group.