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Euro 2024: The Ultimate Lowdown on Teams, Stars, and Thrills

The countdown to UEFA Euro 2024 has everyone buzzing! soccer’s biggest European event is set to kick off, promising intense matches, unexpected twists, and a whole lot of drama. Ready for the inside scoop? Here’s everything you need to know about the teams, players, and what’s about to go down on the pitch.

What’s the Buzz?

The UEFA Euro 2024, the biggest event in European soccer, takes place in Germany from 14 June to 15 July 2024. This 17th edition of the tournament will feature top-notch soccer and plenty of thrilling moments and surprises.

24 national teams have fought their way through a tough qualification process to earn their spot. Here’s the elite list of soccer teams: 

  • Germany (host)
  • France 
  • Spain 
  • Italy
  • England
  • Portugal 
  • Netherlands 
  • Belgium
  • Croatia 
  • Denmark 
  • Sweden 
  • Switzerland 
  • Poland 
  • Austria 
  • Czech Republic 
  • Wales
  • Scotland 
  • Ukraine 
  • Turkey 
  • Slovakia 
  • Russia 
  • Hungary 
  • Finland 
  • North Macedonia​

Teams and Key Players to Watch

  • Germany: With home advantage, Germany’s soccer team includes Joshua Kimmich, Thomas Müller, and Kai Havertz. Müller’s 44 goals and 40 assists in 118 appearances show he’s a key player to watch. (6.25)
  • England: England’s young, dynamic squad features Harry Kane, Raheem Sterling, and Jadon Sancho. Kane boasts 51 goals in 75 appearances. Sterling’s 20 goals and 22 assists in 81 appearances make them formidable opponents. (4.33)
  • France: The reigning World Cup champions are bringing the heat with Kylian Mbappé, Karim Benzema, and N’Golo Kanté. Mbappé, with 36 goals in 66 appearances, and Benzema, with 37 goals in 97 appearances, are ready to set the pitch on fire. (4.75)
  • Spain: Spain’s tiki-taka style is spearheaded by veteran Sergio Ramos, who has 23 goals in 180 appearances. Young talents like Ansu Fati and Thiago Alcântara add flair and creativity to their soccer team​. (8.50)
  • Portugal: Led by Cristiano Ronaldo, with an impressive 118 goals in 200 appearances, Portugal blends experience and youth. Bruno Fernandes adds to the mix with 15 goals and 12 assists in 58 appearances. (7.00)

Need to Know

Germany will host the tournament across ten vibrant cities: Berlin, Munich, Cologne, Dortmund, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Gelsenkirchen, Hamburg, Leipzig, and Stuttgart. From Berlin’s Olympiastadion to Allianz Arena, each venue is set to offer a unique atmosphere and thrilling fan experience.

Key matchups include:

  • Spain vs. Italy in Gelsenkirchen on 20 June
  • Germany vs. Hungary in Stuttgart on 19 June
  • England vs. Slovenia in Cologne on 25 June​ 

With fresh faces and seasoned veterans, the stakes are high. Can Mbappé and Benzema lead France to another victory? Will England’s young stars outshine their competitors? And can Germany leverage their home advantage to reclaim glory?

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