Euro 2020 Round of 16 Matchups: A Comprehensive Preview
The Euro 2020 group stage concluded with thrilling matches and unexpected results, setting the stage for an electrifying round of 16. France and Portugal delivered a captivating 2-2 draw, ensuring France topped Group F with 5 points. Portugal, despite the draw, secured their place in the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed teams with 4 points. In another Group F showdown, Germany and Hungary also played out a 2-2 draw. Germany, having previously defeated Portugal, finished as group runners-up due to superior head-to-head record, while Hungary’s valiant efforts ended as they finished bottom of the group with 2 points.
Ronaldo’s Record-Breaking Euro 2020 Campaign
Cristiano Ronaldo continued to etch his name into footballing history during the group stage. His brace against France saw him equal Ali Daei’s long-standing record of 109 international goals, making them joint top scorers in men’s international football.
Ronaldo didn’t stop there; he surpassed German legend Miroslav Klose to become the all-time leading scorer in major international tournaments (World Cups and European Championships) with a staggering 21 goals.
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At 36 years old, Ronaldo’s five goals in the Euro 2020 group stage also propelled him past Spanish icon David Villa to second place for most goals in European Championship group stages. Michel Platini of France still holds the top spot with 7 group stage goals. For France, Karim Benzema ended a long international goal drought, scoring his first goals for his country in 5 years and 258 days.
Euro 2020 Round of 16 Fixtures: Dates, Times, and Locations
With the group stage drama behind us, all eyes are now on the highly anticipated Euro 2020 round of 16 matchups. The top two teams from each of the six groups, along with the four best third-placed teams, have advanced to this crucial knockout phase. The nations that have progressed as group winners are Italy, Belgium, Netherlands, England, Sweden, and France. Group runners-up include Wales, Denmark, Austria, Croatia, Spain, and Germany. The best third-placed teams completing the round of 16 lineup are Czech Republic, Switzerland, Portugal, and Ukraine.
Here is the complete schedule for the Euro 2020 Round of 16, detailing the matchups, dates, kick-off times (Turkish Standard Time), and venues:
Euro 2020 Round of 16 Match Schedule:
June 26 (7:00 PM TSİ): Wales vs. Denmark (Johan Cruyff Arena, Amsterdam)
June 26 (10:00 PM TSİ): Italy vs. Austria (Wembley Stadium, London)
June 27 (7:00 PM TSİ): Netherlands vs. Czech Republic (Puskas Arena, Budapest)
June 27 (10:00 PM TSİ): Belgium vs. Portugal (La Cartuja Stadium, Seville)
June 28 (7:00 PM TSİ): Croatia vs. Spain (Parken Stadium, Copenhagen)
June 28 (10:00 PM TSİ): France vs. Switzerland (National Arena, Bucharest)
June 29 (7:00 PM TSİ): England vs. Germany (Wembley Stadium, London)
June 29 (10:00 PM TSİ): Sweden vs. Ukraine (Hampden Park, Glasgow)