The UEFA Euro 2024 tournament took place from June 14 to July 14, 2024, hosted across 10 cities in Germany, with Berlin hosting the final at the Olympiastadion (Berlin). This month-long event brought together 24 top European national teams, competing for continental glory through a series of group stage and knockout matches.
Results and Highlights
- Spain emerged as the new European champion, defeating England 2-1 in an exciting final on July 14, 2024, in Berlin. Key performances came from Nico Williams and Rodri, with Spain reclaiming the European crown after years of rebuilding.
- The semifinals saw Spain narrowly beat France 2-1 in Munich, while England edged out the Netherlands by the same scoreline in Dortmund【30】【31】【32】.
Rewards and Prize Structure
While the specific prize pool details have not been disclosed, previous tournaments have seen significant financial rewards distributed among teams, including bonuses for match wins and progress through different stages. Participating teams also gained vital points for international rankings and qualification pathways for future tournaments【32】.
Tournament Format
The tournament began with a group stage, followed by knockout rounds, including the Round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final. The top two teams from each group and the four best third-placed teams advanced to the knockout rounds. Germany, as the host, automatically qualified for the tournament.
This year’s tournament featured a range of thrilling matches, including Germany’s 5-1 victory over Scotland in the group stage and several dramatic knockout-stage matches, such as Portugal’s penalty shootout win over Slovenia and England’s extra-time victory against Slovakia【31】【32】.
UEFA Euro 2024 proved to be an electrifying celebration of European football, showcasing the continent’s best talents and offering fans unforgettable moments in stadiums filled with passion.
