The excitement of Euro 2024 continues to build as we move into the UEFA Euro 2024 Quarterfinals. Following a thrilling round of 16, which saw the defending champions Italy and the formidable Belgium exit the tournament, the stage is set for an exciting set of matches. Here’s everything you need to know about the quarterfinals, including the teams, match schedule, start times, and venues.
Qualified Teams
The teams that have made it to the quarterfinals are:
- Germany
- Spain
- England
- France
- Portugal
- Turkey
- Switzerland
- Netherlands
Teams to Watch
Spain stands out as the only team with a perfect winning record, having scored nine goals in four matches. Germany, the host nation, boasts the tournament’s best-attacking stats with ten goals and remains unbeaten with three wins and a draw. Turkey has emerged as the dark horse after a surprising victory against Austria in the round of 16.
Quarterfinal Matches Schedule
Friday, July 5
- Spain vs Germany
- Time: 6:00 PM (16:00 GMT)
- Venue: Stuttgart Arena, Stuttgart
- Portugal vs France
- Time: 9:00 PM (19:00 GMT)
- Venue: Volksparkstadion, Hamburg
Saturday, July 6
- England vs Switzerland
- Time: 6:00 PM (16:00 GMT)
- Venue: Dusseldorf Arena, Dusseldorf
- Netherlands vs Turkey
- Time: 9:00 PM (19:00 GMT)
- Venue: Olympiastadion, Berlin
Upcoming Knockout Games
- Semifinal 1: July 9 in Munich
- Semifinal 2: July 10 in Dortmund
- Final: July 14 in Berlin
Match Draw Protocol
In case of a draw at the end of regular playing time, the game will proceed to extra time consisting of two 15-minute periods. If the score remains tied, a penalty shootout will determine the winner.
Prize Money
UEFA has allocated a total prize pool of 331 million euros ($360 million) for the 24 participating teams. A champion team that wins all its group stage matches could earn a maximum of 28.25 million euros ($30.31 million).
Top Scorers
Currently, four players lead the top scorer list with three goals each: Georges Mikautadze (Georgia), Jamal Musiala (Germany), Cody Gakpo (Netherlands), and Ivan Schranz (Slovakia). Notably, Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham from England, Niclas Fullkrug and Kai Havertz from Germany, and Merih Demiral from Turkey are among the players with two goals.
Suspended Players
Several key players will miss the quarterfinals due to suspension:
- Marc Guehi (England)
- Adrien Rabiot (France)
- Orkun Kokcu (Turkey)
- Ismail Yuksek (Turkey)
Head-to-Head Records
Here’s how the quarterfinalists fare against each other historically:
- Spain vs Germany
- Spanish wins: 8
- German wins: 9
- Draws: 9
- Portugal vs France
- Portuguese wins: 6
- French wins: 19
- Draws: 3
- England vs Switzerland
- English wins: 18
- Swiss wins: 3
- Draws: 6
- Netherlands vs Turkey
- Dutch wins: 6
- Turkish wins: 4
- Draws: 4
Teams’ Road to the Quarterfinals
Spain
- 3-0 win over Croatia
- 1-0 win over Italy
- 1-0 win over Albania
- 4-1 win over Georgia (Round of 16)
Germany
- 5-1 win over Scotland
- 2-0 win over Hungary
- 1-1 draw with Switzerland
- 2-0 win over Denmark (Round of 16)
Portugal
- 2-1 win over Czechia
- 3-0 win over Turkey
- 2-0 defeat to Georgia
- 3-0 win on penalties over Slovenia (Round of 16)
France
- 1-0 win over Austria
- 0-0 draw with the Netherlands
- 1-1 draw with Poland
- 1-0 win over Belgium (Round of 16)
England
- 1-0 win over Serbia
- 1-1 draw with Denmark
- 0-0 draw with Slovenia
- 2-1 win in extra time over Slovakia (Round of 16)
Switzerland
- 3-1 win over Hungary
- 1-1 draw with Scotland
- 1-1 draw with Germany
- 2-0 win over Italy (Round of 16)
Netherlands
- 2-1 win over Poland
- 0-0 draw with France
- 3-2 defeat to Austria
- 3-0 win over Romania (Round of 16)
Turkey
- 3-1 win over Georgia
- 3-0 defeat to Portugal
- 2-1 win over Czechia
- 2-1 win over Austria (Round of 16)
As we gear up for the UEFA Euro 2024 Quarterfinals, the anticipation and excitement are palpable. Each match promises intense competition, spectacular goals, and unforgettable moments. Stay tuned for more thrilling football action in UEFA Euro 2024!
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