The anticipation surrounding the UEFA European Championship, commonly referred to as the Euros, is palpable as national teams from across the continent vie for a spot in the prestigious tournament. Scheduled to be held in Germany from June 14 to July 14, 2024, the 17th edition of the Euros promises to be a showcase of talent, strategy, and national pride. The journey to the main event, however, is where the groundwork is laid. The qualification process is both a rigorous test and an exhilarating prelude to the main competition. This overview provides an insightful look into the structure, notable teams, key players, and emerging storylines in the road to Euros 2024.
The qualification rounds for Euros 2024 commenced in March 2023 and will conclude in March 2024. The structure of the qualifiers consists of ten groups, with each group encompassing five or six teams. These groups are drawn based on seeding, which takes into consideration each team’s performance in previous competitions and FIFA rankings.
The top two teams from each group will automatically secure their places in the Euros 2024, making up 20 of the 24 available slots. The remaining four slots will be decided through the play-offs, which are integrated with the UEFA