According to CCTV5 program list, the European Cup group match has entered the final round, and the qualification situation of each group has gradually become clear. A total of 24 teams participated in this European Cup, which was divided into six groups. The top two teams in each group and the fourth best team in each group will be promoted to the last 16 knockout rounds. At present, there are 15
According to CCTV5 program list, the European Cup group match has entered the final round, and the qualification situation of each group has gradually become clear. A total of 24 teams participated in this European Cup, which was divided into six groups. The top two teams in each group and the fourth best team in each group will be promoted to the last 16 knockout rounds. At present, 15 teams have locked their qualification in advance, and 9 teams are still hopeful to compete for the remaining 9 seats. The following is an update of each group:
- Group A: Italy and Wales have qualified, while Switzerland and Turkey have been eliminated. Italy won the first place in the group with three victories, while Wales won the second place in the group with four points thanks to the victory over Turkey and the draw against Switzerland. Although Switzerland defeated Turkey 3-1 in the last round, it was unable to become one of the best third places because it did not have the advantage in goal difference. Turkey was the biggest disappointment of this European Cup. It lost all three games and failed to continue its outstanding performance in the qualifiers.
- Group B: Belgium and Denmark have qualified, while Russia and Finland have been eliminated. Belgium easily won the first place in the group with three victories, while Denmark beat Russia 4-1 in the last round and won the second place in the group with three points. Russia and Finland only got 3 points, but due to insufficient goal difference, they could not become one of the best third places.
- Group C: The Netherlands and Austria have qualified, while Ukraine and Northern Macedonia have been eliminated. The Netherlands won the first place in the group with three victories, while Austria won the second place in the group with 6 points thanks to the victory over Ukraine and the draw against Northern Macedonia. Although Ukraine also got 3 points, it was unable to become one of the best third places due to the lack of advantage in goal difference. Northern Macedonia was the biggest surprise of this European Cup. Although it lost all three games, it scored the first European Cup goal in its history against Austria, showing its tenacious fighting spirit.
- Group D: England and Czech Republic have qualified, Croatia and Scotland have been out. England got the first place in the group with two wins and one draw, while the Czech Republic won the second place in the group with four points thanks to the victory over Scotland and the draw against Croatia. Although Croatia defeated Scotland 3-1 in the last round, it was unable to become one of the best third places due to its low goal difference. Scotland is the biggest regret of this European Cup. Although they fought a 0-0 draw against England, they lost in the other two games and failed to create miracles at home.
- Group E: Sweden and Spain have qualified, Slovakia and Poland have been eliminated. Ruilan won the first place in the group with two wins and one draw, while Spain won the second place in the group with five points thanks to its big win over Slovakia and a draw against Poland. Although Slovakia defeated Poland 2-1 in the first round, it lost in the second two rounds and could not become one of the best third places with 3 points. Poland is the biggest disappointment of this European Cup. Although there is world-class striker Lewandowski, he only got 1 point in the group match, which failed to show the strength of the qualifying match.
- Group F: France, Germany and Portugal have qualified, and Hungary has been eliminated. France won the first place in the group with one win and two draws, while Germany won the second place in the group with four points thanks to the victory over Portugal and the draw against Hungary. Although Portugal also got 4 points, it could only advance as the third in the group because it did not have the advantage in goal difference. Hungary was the biggest dark horse in this European Cup. Although it only scored 2 points, it drew 1:1 against France and Germany, showing strong defense and will.
The highlight of the European Cup group match has ended, and the passion of the last 16 knockout matches is about to begin. CCTV5 will bring you live broadcast of all competitions. Please pay attention.