UEFA EURO 2024: Everything You Need to Know About Key Fixtures

Anticipation is mounting for Euro 2024, as the 17th edition of Europe's premier international tournament kicks off this Friday, 14 June.

Hosts Germany will open the competition against Scotland in Munich, potentially featuring United’s Scott McTominay. The Tartan Army is one of five nations to have selected at least one Red in their squad, with England, Portugal, Scotland, and Turkey also boasting United players. As a reminder, the top two teams from each group advance to the second round, along with the four best third-placed sides.

Here's our guide to which Reds are playing and when you can tune in to see them.

Key Fixtures and Players to Watch

📅 Friday, 14 June

Germany vs. Scotland (20:00 BST)

● Location: Allianz Arena, Munich

● Highlight: Scott McTominay, who scored seven goals during qualifying, will be key for Scotland against a strong German side featuring Neuer, Kimmich, and Musiala.

📅 Sunday, 16 June

Slovenia vs. Denmark (17:00 BST)

● Highlight: Christian Eriksen and Rasmus Hojlund are set to start for Denmark in their Group C opener.

Serbia vs. England (20:00 BST)

● Highlight: England's squad includes Kobbie Mainoo and Luke Shaw, who returns from injury.

📅 Tuesday, 18 June

Turkey vs. Georgia (17:00 BST)

● Highlight: Altay Bayindir is among the goalkeepers for Turkey, facing tournament debutants Georgia.

Portugal vs. Czech Republic (20:00 BST)

● Highlight: Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot aim to continue their impressive form under new boss Roberto Martinez.

📅 Wednesday, 19 June

Scotland vs. Switzerland (20:00 BST)

● Highlight: Scotland faces another challenge against tournament regulars Switzerland.

📅 Thursday, 20 June

Denmark vs. England (17:00 BST)

● Highlight: A rematch of the Euro 2020 semi-final, featuring United's quartet of players.

📅 Saturday, 22 June

Turkey vs. Portugal (17:00 BST)

● Highlight: A pivotal Group F match, with both teams favored to win their openers.

📅 Sunday, 23 June

Scotland vs. Hungary (20:00 BST)

● Highlight: Scotland's final Group A match, crucial for their hopes of reaching the knockout stage.

📅 Tuesday, 25 June

Denmark vs. Serbia (20:00 BST)

● Highlight: Eriksen and Hojlund take on Serbia in Munich.

England vs. Slovenia (20:00 BST)

● Highlight: England aims to continue their strong group-stage performance in Cologne.

📅 Wednesday, 26 June

Czech Republic vs. Turkey (20:00 BST)

● Highlight: Bayindir and Turkey seek to advance beyond the group stage for the first time since 2008.

Georgia vs. Portugal (20:00 BST)

● Highlight: Portugal aims to make the knockout rounds for an eighth straight tournament.

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