Germany has been selected to host EURO 2024, the 17th edition of the UEFA European Championship. The decision was made at a UEFA Executive Committee meeting in Nyon on September 27, 2018. Türkiye was the only other country bidding for the tournament. This will be the first time Germany hosts the championship since reunification, although West Germany hosted it in 1988. The 2006 FIFA World Cup also took place in Germany.
Tournament Dates and Format
EURO 2024 will run from June 14 to July 14, 2024. The group stage will be from June 14 to June 26, followed by the knockout stage starting on June 29. As the host nation, Germany will play in Group A and kick off the tournament against Scotland on June 14 at the Munich Football Arena.
The tournament will follow the same format as EURO 2020. The top two teams in each of the six groups will advance to the round of 16, along with the four best third-placed teams.
Final Match Location
The final match will be held at Berlin’s Olympiastadion on Sunday, July 14, 2024.
Host Cities and Venues
Ten cities across Germany will host the tournament matches, including nine stadiums from the 2006 World Cup and the Düsseldorf Arena. Here are the host cities and venues:
- Berlin: Olympiastadion Berlin (71,000 capacity)
- Cologne: Cologne Stadium (43,000 capacity)
- Dortmund: BVB Stadion Dortmund (62,000 capacity)
- Dusseldorf: Düsseldorf Arena (47,000 capacity)
- Frankfurt: Frankfurt Arena (47,000 capacity)
- Gelsenkirchen: Arena AufSchalke (50,000 capacity)
- Hamburg: Volksparkstadion Hamburg (49,000 capacity)
- Leipzig: Leipzig Stadium (40,000 capacity)
- Munich: Munich Football Arena (66,000 capacity)
- Stuttgart: Stuttgart Arena (51,000 capacity)
Ticket Sales
For the latest information on EURO 2024 ticket sales, please visit the UEFA website.
Key Dates
- Opening Game: June 14, 2024, at Munich Football Arena
- Final: July 14, 2024, at Olympiastadion Berlin
Sustainability Measures
EURO 2024 aims to lead by example in social and environmental sustainability through targeted measures and investments. Detailed information can be found in the tournament’s Environmental, Social, and Governance strategy.
Fan Zones
Each host city will have dedicated fan zones with public viewing areas. These zones are designed to enhance the experience for fans, whether they have tickets or just want to enjoy the atmosphere. More information will be provided as the tournament approaches.
Transportation
Using trains and public transport will be the most convenient and eco-friendly way to travel during EURO 2024. Ticket holders will get discounts on national and international train tickets and a 36-hour travel pass for public transport.
Official Match Ball
The official match ball for EURO 2024 is named FUSSBALLLIEBE, meaning “love of football” in German. It features advanced technology and was unveiled in November 2023.
Tournament Mascot
The official mascot for EURO 2024 is a teddy bear named Albärt, chosen by a vote among UEFA.com users and schoolchildren across Europe.
City Ambassadors
Each host city has its own ambassadors, including well-known figures such as Kevin-Prince Boateng for Berlin and Patrick Esume for Hamburg.
Volunteer Program
Over 146,000 football enthusiasts applied to volunteer for EURO 2024, and 16,000 volunteers from 124 nations were selected. Volunteers will help with various tasks and represent Germany in the ten host cities.
Official Song
The official song for EURO 2024 is “FIRE” by Meduza, OneRepublic, and Leony. The song combines different musical styles to capture the excitement of the tournament.
eEURO 2024
UEFA eEURO 2024 began with online qualifiers in March 2024 and will conclude with a final in Germany. The official platform for the e-tournament is EA SPORTS FC™ 24.