Introduction to Euro 2024
The UEFA European Football Championship, commonly known as the Euros, is a prestigious tournament that features the top national teams from across Europe. Scheduled to be hosted by Germany in 2024, the Euro 2024 Championship promises to bring together the finest in European football. But before the excitement of the main event, teams must navigate through the rigorous qualification process. This qualification campaign is not just a prelude but an essential part of the championship narrative, forging the contenders that will vie for the coveted trophy.
Structure of the Qualifiers
The Euro 2024 qualifiers consist of several stages, starting with the group stage. All eligible national teams are divided into multiple groups, with each group containing five or six teams. These groups are determined through a draw conducted by UEFA, ensuring a balanced and competitive qualification phase.
Teams play each other in a double round-robin format, meaning each team faces their group rivals both home and away. Points are awarded based on the results: three points for a win, one point for a draw, and none for a loss. The top teams from each group, along with the best-performing runners-up, earn direct qualification to the