England Wins Against Italy; Denmark Overpowers San Marino: Euro 2024 Qualifiers. Eagerly anticipating the upcoming UEFA EURO 2024 tournament, football fans worldwide look forward to the event scheduled from 14 June to 14 July 2024. The qualifying phase began in March 2023, with ten groups featuring round-robin matches between teams, including the four UEFA Nations League finalists. Teams that secure victory and secure the runner-up position in each group will advance to the finals. However, the playoffs will determine the remaining three slots.
The playoffs will feature 12 teams, selected based on their performance in the 2022/23 Nations League. The semi-finals will take place on 21/03/2024, followed by the playoffs finals on 26/03/2024. The tournament will culminate in the UEFA EURO 2024 final on 14/07/2024. This exciting event promises to bring intense competition and showcase impressive football skills.
Euro 2024 Qualifier Result
France Vs Kazakhstan: 1-2
England Vs Italy: 3-1
Malta Vs Ukraine: 1-3
Northern Ireland Vs Slovenia: 0-1
Serbia Vs Montenegro: 3-1
Lithuania Vs Hungary: 2-2
Sam Marino Vs Denmark: 1-2
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England Secures Euro Championship Spot
In a thrilling match, England showcased their prowess by overcoming Italy and sealing their place in the European Championship. Despite Italy’s early lead with a goal from Gianluca Scamacca, England orchestrated a comeback with two goals from Captain Harry Kane and another from Marcus Rashford. This victory solidifies England’s position in the upcoming 24-team tournament. They will join other qualified teams like Germany, Austria, Belgium, France, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, and Turkey.
San Marino’s Glimpse of Glory: Euro 2024 Qualifiers
Creating a historic moment, tiny San Marino briefly posed a significant challenge in their soccer history by maintaining a level score with Denmark at 1-1. However, Denmark successfully clinched a 2-1 victory, moving closer to qualification. The captain of San Marino, Alessandro Golinucci, made history by scoring his country’s first goal in a competitive game in two years. Despite their valiant effort, San Marino remains determined to leave a lasting impact on European Championship history.
Italy’s Struggle and Upcoming Showdown
The defeat to England further compounded Italy’s challenges as the team grappled with a scandal involving players’ alleged involvement in an illegal betting ring. The upcoming match against Ukraine on Nov. 20 will determine the second qualifying spot in Group C alongside England. Italy aims to avoid missing a major tournament for the second time, having failed to qualify for the World Cup last year. The match will be held in Germany due to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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Hungary Wins Over Lithuania: Euro 2024
Hungary faced a crucial match against Lithuania to secure their spot in the European Championship but settled for a 2-2 draw after trailing 2-0 at halftime. On the other hand, Serbia’s victory against Montenegro moved them closer to qualification in Group G. Hungary will have to wait until the next set of qualifying games in November for another opportunity to clinch their Euro Championship berth.
France Triumphs over Scotland: Euro 2024
In a friendly match between two already qualified European Championship teams, France showcased their strength by overcoming a defensive error that allowed Scotland to score first. France responded with resilience, securing a 4-1 victory with goals from Benjamin Pavard, Kylian Mbappé, and Kingsley Coman, highlighting their readiness for the upcoming tournament.
