The summary: The first Euro 2024 knockout games saw some highs and lows over the weekend. With half of the quarter-final spots already filled and the remaining four to be decided soon, the excitement of summer soccer continues.
No. 8 Spain and No. 16 Germany are set for a dramatic QF showdown: After defeating No. 74 Georgia 4–1 and No. 21 Denmark 2–0, these two powerhouse teams will face off on Friday in an early battle of giants. It’s a match not to be missed.
No. 5 England’s thrilling comeback: Trailing No. 45 Slovakia 1–0, English midfielder Jude Bellingham scored an incredible bicycle kick to force extra time. Forward Harry Kane then scored the game-winner in a nail-biting 2–1 victory. The Three Lions will now take on No. 19 Switzerland, who shocked the tournament by eliminating defending champion No. 10 Italy 2–0.
Looking forward: Today at 12 p.m. ET, No. 2 France will face No. 3 Belgium in a highly anticipated clash between Kylian Mbappé and Kevin De Bruyne. At 3 p.m. ET, Cristiano Ronaldo’s No. 6 Portugal is expected to triumph over No. 57 Slovenia, who have yet to win a game.
Tomorrow, No. 47 Romania will face a tough challenge against No. 7 Netherlands at 12 p.m. ET, followed by a match between No. 25 Austria and No. 40 Türkiye at 3 p.m. ET to determine the final QF qualifier.
