The 2024 European Football Championship, or European Cup for short, is the 17th quadrennial football event organized by UEFA, which will be held in 10 German cities from June 14 to July 14, 2024. [1] This is the second time that Germany has hosted the European Cup since 1988. [2] This
The 2024 European Football Championship, or European Cup for short, is the 17th quadrennial football event organized by UEFA, which will be held in 10 German cities from June 14 to July 14, 2024. [1] This is the second time that Germany has hosted the European Cup since 1988. [2] A total of 24 teams participated in this European Cup, which was divided into six groups for group matches. The top two teams and the fourth best third team of the group reached the knockout stage and finally won the championship. [3] As the defending champion, the host Germany team is considered one of the favourites to win the championship, and is in Group A with Scotland, Hungary and Switzerland. [4]
The holding of the European Cup undoubtedly brought an atmosphere of football carnival to Germany, and fans all over the country expressed their expectations and enthusiasm for the game. Fritz Keller, president of the German Football Association, said that the European Cup is a "feast of football" and will bring positive impacts on the economy, culture and society of Germany and Europe. [5] German Chancellor Angela Merkel also said that the European Cup is an opportunity to show Germany's charm and unity, and hopes that the German team can win the World Cup again. [6]
However, while enjoying the football carnival, we should also pay attention to watching the game safely to avoid accidents and troubles. Whether you are visiting the stadium in person, going to a bar, restaurant or watching the game at home, you should ensure the personal and property safety of yourself and your family. Here are some suggestions for safety watching:
- When watching football on the court, you should pay attention to the location of the emergency exit and evacuation passageway so as to escape in time in case of emergency. It is strictly prohibited to set off fireworks or throw cigarette butts when watching the game to avoid causing fire. In case of fire, do not push or shove during escape, and leave in order. If any property is lost, do not return to look for it. [7]
- When watching football in bars and restaurants, pay attention to food hygiene to avoid food poisoning. Don't drink too much, let alone drive after drinking, so as not to endanger the life safety of yourself and others. If someone is found driving after drinking, dissuade or call the police in time. [8]
- When watching football at home, pay attention to the safety of electricity. Do not connect or pull wires privately. Do not use electricity overload. Do not turn on too many appliances at the same time. Do not insert too many plugs into one socket. The home should be equipped with fire extinguishers and other common fire-fighting equipment. In case of electrical fire, the power should be cut off at the first time and fire extinguishers should be used to put out the fire. [9]
- Watch the match rationally, respect the opponent, do not make insulting, discriminatory or provocative remarks, and avoid conflicts and disputes. Don't participate in illegal gambling, be careful not to be cheated, and don't affect your mood and life because of your win or lose. [10]
The European Cup is a feast of football and civilization. Let's enjoy the happiness brought by football together, guard the "goal" of watching the game safely, and contribute to the peace and development of Germany and Europe.
Grouping of 2024 European Cup Group Match
group |
team |
Group A |
Germany, Scotland, Hungary, Switzerland |
Group B |
Spain, Croatia, Italy, Albania |
Group C |
Slovenia, Denmark, Serbia, England |
Group D |
Winners of play off group A, Netherlands, Austria, France |
Group E |
Belgium, Slovakia, Romania, the winner of the play off group B |
Group F |
Turkey, playoff group C winner, Portugal, Czech Republic |