Football News Update: Euro 2024, Champions League, and More
Euro 2024: Contenders for the Continental Crown
The 17th edition of the UEFA European Championship, Euro 2024, is set to take place in Germany this summer, with the continent’s top teams vying for the prestigious trophy.
England are among the bookies’ favorites to win the tournament, priced at 9/2 with Betfred. Gareth Southgate’s squad, which includes the likes of Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, came close to glory at the last Euros, losing the final to Italy on penalties, and they will be eager to go one step further this time.
France, the 2022 World Cup runners-up, are priced at 4/1 with bet365 to be crowned kings of Europe for the first time since 2000. Didier Deschamps’ side boasts an abundance of talent, including the irrepressible Kylian Mbappe.
Germany, who will enjoy home advantage, are also priced at 4/1 with talkSPORT BET. Julian Nagelsmann has steadied the ship after a shaky period, and the Nationalelf will be aiming to add to their three previous Euro titles.
“Spain, the 2008 and 2012 champions, are available at 5/1 with VBET, while Portugal, the 2016 winners, can be backed at 6/1 with Sky Bet to reclaim the trophy.”
Champions League Set for Thrilling Conclusion
In the Champions League, the quarterfinal and semifinal draws have been made, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion to Europe’s premier club competition. The final will take place on 1 June 2024 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Upcoming Football Events
The FIFA World Cup takes place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico in the summer of 2026, while the next edition of the Women’s World Cup is scheduled for July-August 2023 in Australia and New Zealand.
The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations is currently underway, with the group stage already completed. The latest standings and results can be found on the CAF website.
In domestic football, the Premier League, EFL Cup, EFL Championship, EFL One, EFL Two, and FA Cup continue to provide excitement and drama for fans across the country.
Stay tuned for more updates on these and other football stories as the season progresses.
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