Euro 2024 Group Stage Full Schedule and Details
The 2024 UEFA European Football Championship, commonly referred to as Euro 2024, is set to be the 17th edition of the UEFA European Championship. It will be co-hosted by Germany and another yet-to-be-decided country, marking the first time that the tournament will be held in two countries since it began in 1960. The final tournament will take place from June to July in 2024, with the group stage being played across six different cities in Germany. This highly anticipated event will feature some of the best national teams in Europe competing against each other for the coveted title of European champions.
Overview of Euro 2024 Group Stage
The group stage of Euro 2024 will consist of 24 teams divided into six groups of four teams each. Each team will play three matches against the other teams in their group, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the knockout stage. The group stage will kick off on June 14, 2024 and will end on June 26, 2024.
Group A: Munich and Frankfurt
Group A matches will be played at the Allianz Arena in Munich and the Commerzbank-Arena in Frankfurt. The teams in this group are expected to face tough competition from each other as they battle for a spot in the knockout stage. The teams in Group A are:
- Germany (hosts)
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
Match Schedule for Group A
| Date | Time (CET) | Matchup | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 14 | 21:00 | Germany vs TBA | Allianz Arena |
| June 15 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Commerzbank-Arena |
| June 19 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Allianz Arena |
| June 23 | 21:00 | Germany vs TBA | Commerzbank-Arena |
| June 27 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Allianz Arena |
| June 28 | 18:00 | Germany vs TBA | Commerzbank-Arena |
Group B: Hamburg and Stuttgart
The teams in Group B will play their matches at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg and the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Stuttgart. This group is expected to be a tough one, with some of the top-ranked teams in Europe competing for a spot in the knockout stage. The teams in Group B are:
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
Match Schedule for Group B
| Date | Time (CET) | Matchup | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 15 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Volksparkstadion |
| June 16 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Mercedes-Benz Arena |
| June 20 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Volksparkstadion |
| June 24 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Mercedes-Benz Arena |
| June 28 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Volksparkstadion |
| June 29 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Mercedes-Benz Arena |
Group C: Dortmund and Cologne
Group C matches will take place at the Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund and the RheinEnergieStadion in Cologne. This group is expected to be a tough one, with some of the top-ranked teams in Europe competing for a spot in the knockout stage. The teams in Group C are:
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
Match Schedule for Group C
| Date | Time (CET) | Matchup | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 16 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Signal Iduna Park |
| June 17 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | RheinEnergieStadion |
| June 21 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Signal Iduna Park |
| June 25 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | RheinEnergieStadion |
| June 29 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Signal Iduna Park |
| June 30 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | RheinEnergieStadion |
Group D: Berlin and Leipzig
The teams in Group D will play their matches at the Olympiastadion in Berlin and the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig. This group is expected to be a tough one, with some of the top-ranked teams in Europe competing for a spot in the knockout stage. The teams in Group D are:
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
Match Schedule for Group D
| Date | Time (CET) | Matchup | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 17 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Olympiastadion |
| June 18 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Red Bull Arena |
| June 22 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Olympiastadion |
| June 26 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Red Bull Arena |
| June 30 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Olympiastadion |
| July 1 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Red Bull Arena |
Group E: Bremen and Nuremberg
Group E matches will be played at the Weserstadion in Bremen and the Max-Morlock-Stadion in Nuremberg. This group is expected to be a tough one, with some of the top-ranked teams in Europe competing for a spot in the knockout stage. The teams in Group E are:
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
Match Schedule for Group E
| Date | Time (CET) | Matchup | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 18 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Weserstadion |
| June 19 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Max-Morlock-Stadion |
| June 23 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Weserstadion |
| June 27 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Max-Morlock-Stadion |
| July 1 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Weserstadion |
| July 2 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Max-Morlock-Stadion |
Group F: Hanover and Dusseldorf
The teams in Group F will play their matches at the HDI-Arena in Hanover and the Merkur Spiel-Arena in Dusseldorf. This group is expected to be a tough one, with some of the top-ranked teams in Europe competing for a spot in the knockout stage. The teams in Group F are:
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
- TBA
Match Schedule for Group F
| Date | Time (CET) | Matchup | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 19 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | HDI-Arena |
| June 20 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | Merkur Spiel-Arena |
| June 24 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | HDI-Arena |
| June 28 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Merkur Spiel-Arena |
| July 2 | 18:00 | TBA vs TBA | HDI-Arena |
| July 3 | 21:00 | TBA vs TBA | Merkur Spiel-Arena |
FAQs about Euro 2024 Group Stage
Q: How were the six host cities selected for the group stage?
A: The host cities were selected based on various factors such as stadium capacity, infrastructure, and geographical location.
Q: Will there be any changes to the format of the group stage?
A: No, the format will remain the same as previous editions of the tournament, with six groups of four teams each.
Q: How are the teams in each group determined?
A: The teams are divided into pots based on their rankings, with the first pot being composed of the hosts and the top-ranked teams. The remaining pots are determined through a draw conducted by UEFA.
Q: Will there be any games played on neutral grounds?
A: No, all games will be played in the host cities as planned.
Q: Who are the favorites to progress from the group stage?
A: It is difficult to predict at this stage as the qualifying process has not yet begun. However, past champions such as Germany, Spain, and France are expected to be strong contenders.
Conclusion
The group stage of Euro 2024 promises to be an exciting and fiercely contested event with some of the best national teams in Europe competing against each other. Fans can look forward to an intense battle between the top teams as they fight for a spot in the knockout stage. Stay tuned for more updates on the tournament schedule and team lineups.