On December 25, 2023, CCTV5 program list, the host country of Euro 2024 has confirmed that Germany will hold this football event in 10 cities, which is the second time that Germany has hosted the European Cup since 1988 and the first time after Germany's reunification. Germany beat Turkey in the bidding process
On December 25, 2023, CCTV5 program list, the host country of Euro 2024 has confirmed that Germany will hold this football event in 10 cities, which is the second time that Germany has hosted the European Cup since 1988 and the first time after Germany's reunification. Germany defeated Turkey in the bidding process and won the recognition of UEFA by 12 votes to 4 votes. Germany's football infrastructure and hardware facilities were highly praised.
The 2024 European Cup will be held in 10 cities in Germany, namely Berlin, Munich, Dortmund, Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Leipzig, Dusseldorf, Cologne and Giessen. These 10 cities all have rich football history and culture, as well as modern sports venues and transportation facilities, which can provide a good environment for players and fans to play and watch games. The opening ceremony and final of Euro 2024 will be held at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin, the largest stadium in Germany and the final venue of the 2006 World Cup, which can accommodate 74000 spectators.
There will be 24 teams participating in the 2024 European Cup, which will be divided into 6 groups, with 4 teams in each group. The top two teams and the third of the four best teams will be promoted to the last 16, and then the knockout match will be held until the championship is decided. The European Cup 2024 qualifier will start in March 2023 and continue to end in November 2023. A total of 55 UEFA member states will participate in the qualifier. In addition to Germany as the host country, the remaining 23 seats will be selected through the qualifier. The main race of Euro 2024 will start on June 9, 2024 and last for one month until July 9, 2024.
Euro 2024 will be a feast of football and a cultural exchange. Germany will provide an unforgettable experience for players and fans around the world with its enthusiasm and professional attitude. The slogan of Euro 2024 is "unite our hearts and celebrate diversity". Germany will show its open and inclusive spirit, welcome people from different countries and backgrounds to share the joy and charm of football.
The following are the 10 host cities and corresponding stadiums of Euro 2024, which can show their scale and characteristics.
| city |
stadium |
capacity |
characteristic |
| Berlin |
Olympic Stadium |
74 thousand |
The largest stadium in Germany, with a long history and modern design, is the final venue of the 2006 World Cup, as well as the opening ceremony and final venue of the 2024 European Cup. |
| Munich |
Allianz Stadium |
75 thousand |
The most modern stadium in Germany, with unique appearance and lighting effect, is the home of Bayern Munich and the semi-final venue of Euro 2024. |
| Dortmund |
Signar Eduna Stadium |
81 thousand |
The most enthusiastic stadium in Germany, with the largest grandstand and the strongest atmosphere, is the home of Dortmund and the quarter final venue of Euro 2024. |
| Stuttgart |
Mercedes Benz Stadium |
60 thousand |
The most elegant stadium in Germany, with high-end facilities and services, is the home of Stuttgart, as well as the venue for the 2024 European Cup group match and the last 16 matches. |
| Frankfurt |
Deutsche Bank Stadium |
51 thousand |
The most commercial stadium in Germany, with modern architecture and atmosphere, is the home of Frankfurt, as well as the venue for the 2024 European Cup group matches and the last 16 matches. |
| hamburger |
Volkspark Stadium |
57 thousand |
The most traditional stadium in Germany, with historical charm and cultural heritage, is the home of Hamburg |
