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Euros 2024 - 10 things to know with detail
Host country: Germany has been selected as the host country for Euro 2024. This will be the fourth time that Germany has hosted the European Championship, with the previous editions being held in 1988, 1972, and 1954.
Venues: The tournament will be played in 10 different cities across Germany, including Berlin, Munich, Dortmund, Hamburg, and Stuttgart. The final will be held at the Olympiastadion in Berlin.
Format: Euro 2024 will feature 24 teams, with the top two teams from each of the six groups advancing to the knockout stage. The tournament will follow a traditional format, with a round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final.
Qualification: The qualification process for Euro 2024 will begin in March 2023 and will feature a total of 55 teams competing for 24 spots in the final tournament. The host nation, Germany, will automatically qualify for the tournament.
Ticket sales: Ticket sales for Euro 2024 are expected to begin in late 2023, with prices ranging from €50 to €250 for group stage matches and €75 to €400 for knockout stage matches. There will also be special ticket packages available for fans wishing to attend multiple matches.
Mascot: The official mascot for Euro 2024 has not yet been announced, but it is expected to be unveiled in the months leading up to the tournament. Previous Euro mascots have included Super Victor, Trix and Flix, and Skillzy.
Prize money: The total prize money for Euro 2024 is expected to be around €371 million, with the winning team set to receive €34 million. The prize money will be distributed among the participating teams based on their performance in the tournament.
Official ball: The official ball for Euro 2024 will be the Adidas Uniforia, which was also used in the previous edition of the tournament. The ball features a unique design inspired by the tournament logo and colors.
VAR: The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system will be used at Euro 2024, following its successful implementation in previous tournaments. VAR will be used to assist match officials in making correct decisions on key incidents during matches.
Legacy: Euro 2024 is expected to leave a lasting legacy in Germany, with new and upgraded stadium infrastructure, increased tourism, and a boost to the country's economy. The tournament will also help to promote football and sportsmanship throughout the country.