German nerves as Tartan Army arrive in Munich to kick off Euro 2024 party
June 14 – Amidst tight security, Euro 2024 kicks off tonight in Munich with the host nation desperate to rekindle past glories after three straight embarrassing exits.
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Germany ramps up security measures as fans mass at borders for Euro 2024 kick off
June 13 – On the eve of Euro 2024, Germany is ramping up its security measures with some 22,000 federal police officers on duty every day of the tournament and extra vigilance at borders and train stations.
UEFA referees chief promises improved VAR and zero tolerance of dissent and dangerous tackles
June 13 – Improved clarity for fans over controversial VAR calls and zero tolerance for dangerous challenges by players, are just two of the areas that will be implemented by officials at Euro 2024 which gets under way in Germany on Friday.
Data driven ranking makes Spain and Germany favourites for Euro 2024
June 11 – England may be the bookies’ favourites for Euro 2024 but an analysis by the CIES Football Observatory has Germany and Spain as the teams most likely to win.
Swiss complain training pitch is poor quality and that spies could infiltrate in the TV tower
June 12 – In the first official spat with UEFA among those competing in the upcoming Euros, Switzerland have filed a formal complaint regarding the quality of the playing surface at their training camp.
England expects. Southgate says it is time to deliver a trophy
June 11 – England manager Gareth Southgate has admitted that the upcoming European Championships in Germany could be his final swansong in charge of the national team.
Lewandowski to miss Poland’s opener against Dutch
June 12 – Poland have been rocked by the news that their talisman and captain Robert Lewandowski will miss his side’s opening Euro 2024 game against the Netherlands on Sunday because of a thigh injury.
Ankle injury rules Dutch star Frenkie de Jong out of Euro 2024
June 11 – The Netherlands have been given a major blow ahead of Euro 2024 after an ankle injury to midfielder Frenkie de Jong ruled him out of the tournament.
UEFA strives to keep human rights focus at centre of Euro 2024 operations
June 11 – UEFA has re-emphasised its commitment to protecting human rights during the Euro 2024 finals outlining measures to ensure the welfare and safety of players and spectators.
Lukaku’s goals and De Bruyne’s majesty warm Belgium up for Euro 2024 campaign
By Samindra Kunti in Brussels
June 9 – Romelu Lukaku’s two goals and a Leandro Trossard strike led Belgium to a modest 3-0 victory against Luxembourg to wrap preparations for Euro 2024. Thomas Meunier limped off injured.
Over dykes, ditches and oceans, Scotland’s Tartan Army are heading to Germany
June 7 – Scotland’s Tartan Army in recent years have rarely had the opportunity to march to football’s biggest championships, but they are massing at the borders for Euro 2024.
Southgate drops Grealish, Maddison and Maguire, opting for youth over experience
June 7 – England manager Gareth Southgate (pictured) has defended his team selection after it was revealed that a number of England’s stars will be dropped, with the 26-man squad list finalised on Thursday.
Sportradar AI simulation predicts England to win Euro 2024 and Mbappe to top score
June 6 – According to a series of AI–driven data simulations conducted by sports technology company Sportradar, England is the team most likely to win the UEFA Euro 2024 on July 14, even with Harry Maguire in the squad.
England upset France in Euro 2025 qualifiers, Spain and Germany through
June 5 – England stunned Nations League Group 3 leaders France in Saint-Étienne with a 2-1 victory that boosted their Euro 2025 automatic qualification hopes.
Real Madrid hit Dortmund with 11 minute blitzkrieg to rule Europe for 15th time
By Samindra Kunti in London
June 2 – Real Madrid confirmed their status as kings of Europe, claiming a record fifteenth European Cup title following a 2-0 smash-and-grab victory against Borussia Dortmund in the final of the Champions League, with Daniel Carjaval and Vinicius Junior getting the goals in the second half.