Which Nations Have Already Qualified for Euro 2024?

As we welcomed back club football, many nations were fighting to secure their spot in the Euro 2024 international break. The tournament, hosted in Germany, offers another opportunity for countries to get their hands on a major trophy.

With the qualifying matches well underway, several nations have already booked their place in Euro 2024. Let’s take a look at the teams that have secured their spot in the prestigious tournament.

Germany

A place at Euro 2024 was never in doubt for Germany, as they are hosting the tournament next summer. The hosts automatically qualified, meaning Germany did not have to worry about any qualifiers.

The German national side has instead been playing friendlies. Since a surprise 4-1 defeat to Japan. However, it has been better for Germany, beating France and the USA while drawing with Mexico.

France

The current World Cup champions, France, have once again showcased their dominance in European football. With a star-studded squad led by the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann, Les Bleus have breezed through their qualifying campaign. Their impressive performances have guaranteed them a place in Euro 2024. 

Spain

Spain, known for their possession-based style of play, have also secured their spot in the tournament. With a mix of experienced players and young talents, La Roja have been a force to be reckoned with. Their technical prowess and tactical discipline have earned them a place in Euro 2024.

It has been the same old Spain during the qualifiers, as they have passed opposition teams off the park. Over the six games, they have won five and averaged 67% possession.

Many different players have been chipping in with goals: Alvaro Morata (four), Joselu (three), Gavi, Ferran Torres, and Dani Olmo (two).

Aside from a shock defeat to Scotland at Hampden earlier this year, Spain have been in control and always looked likely to qualify. Their goal difference makes them likely to top the group over Scotland with wins against Cyprus and Georgia.

It is a young and bright Spain side with plenty of quality, and they will be hoping to improve their performance from the World Cup.

 

Belgium

Belgium, the number one ranked team in the FIFA World Rankings, have continued to impress in their qualifying matches. The Red Devils have shown their quality on the pitch. With a solid defense and a potent attack, Belgium will be a strong contender in Euro 2024.

Belgium currently sits at the top of their qualifying group with two games to play, ahead of Austria on goal difference, who have one game to play. They have won five out of six, drawing the other 1-1 against Austria.

It has been an impressive qualifying campaign for striker Romelu Lukaku, who has scored ten goals in six qualifying games. His goals have proved crucial for the national team to solidify their position in Euro 2024.

Belgian stars Romelu Lukaku, Kevin De Bruyne, Jan Vertonghen, and Yannick Carrasco are all at least 30 years of age. Euro 2024 could be one of the last opportunities for them to compete at a major international tournament.

Although there are young and bright prospects like Jeremy Doku, Lois Openda, and Amadou Onana coming through, Belgium will still need their stars to shine if they are in with a chance.

Portugal

Qualifying for these major international tournaments is not always plain sailing. Portugal found this out when they had to go through a playoff to qualify for the 2022 World Cup.

Although it has been very effortless this time around for Roberto Martinez’s Portugal, they have won eight out of eight qualifying games, scoring 32 goals and conceding two.

There is certainly still life in Cristiano Ronaldo, as he tops the scoring charts for Portugal with nine. Elsewhere, Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes scored five and assisted eight goals during qualifying.

It was a disappointing end for Portugal in the World Cup, as they lost to a battling Morocco side in the quarterfinals. But their confidence should have grown through these qualifiers as they aim to bring the Euros back to Portugal.

Italy

The Italians, known for their defensive solidity, have once again proven their worth in the qualifying campaign. Under the guidance of Roberto Mancini, Italy has showcased a rejuvenated style of play. Their attacking flair combined with a resolute defense has secured their place in Euro 2024.

England

England, the runners-up in the UEFA Euro 2020, have continued their impressive form in the qualifying matches. Led by their dynamic attacking trio of Harry Kane, Raheem Sterling, and Jadon Sancho, the Three Lions have been a formidable force. Their attacking prowess and solid defense have ensured their qualification for Euro 2024.

These are just a few of the nations that have already qualified for Euro 2024. As the qualifying matches continue, more teams will secure their spot in the prestigious tournament. The competition promises to be fierce, with the best teams in Europe battling it out for the ultimate prize. Football fans around the world eagerly await the start of Euro 2024, where the nations will come together to showcase their skills and compete for glory.

Scotland

Scotland fans must feel like they are dreaming. Before qualifying for Euro 2020, Scotland had not qualified for a European Championship since 1996. Now, they have qualified for Euro 2024 with two games to spare.

The big moments came before the recent round of qualifiers. Scotland beat Spain at Hampden 2-0 and beat Norway 2-1, with goals in the 87th and 89th minutes, to make a perfect start to their campaign. These results put them in prime position to qualify, and a Spain win over Norway was enough to confirm their place.

It has been a remarkable qualifying campaign for Manchester United’s Scott McTominay, who scored six goals, including a brace, in their win over Spain. Only Romelu Lukaku, Kylian Mbappe, and Cristiano Ronaldo have scored more.

It is the best form that the Scotland side has shown in some time, but friendly defeats to Euro contenders England and France may show that Scotland is still some way from being competitors. However, their win over Spain shows you can never count them out.

Turkey

It has been an impressive qualifying campaign for Turkey, as they sit top of a group ahead of Wales and World Cup third-placed nation Croatia. They have lost just one of their seven qualifying games as they confirmed their place at Euro 2024.

Turkey enjoyed an impressive qualifying campaign for Euro 2020. They finished second behind France, winning seven out of ten games. They were heavily backed to have a good tournament. It didn’t quite go as planned, as they lost all three group games.

Austria

Austria confirmed their qualification ahead of Sweden, who failed to get going with just two wins in five games. Austria was in a position to potentially finish first but a 3-2 defeat to Belgium means they are likely to finish second in the group.