Match Results
Euro 2024 commenced with thrilling matches, and several teams have already left a strong impression. Switzerland kicked off their campaign with a resounding 3-1 victory over Hungary. Kwadwo Duah and Michel Aebischer both found the back of the net for Switzerland, while Barnabas Varga managed to score for Hungary, making it 2-1 at one point. The Swiss, however, cemented their win with a goal from Breel Embolo. A forthcoming draw against Scotland could secure Switzerland a spot in the knockout stage. Spain showcased their dominance against a veteran Croatian side, securing a convincing 3-0 victory. Spain demonstrated efficiency by converting 60% of their shots on target, all of which were scored in the first half. Fabian Ruiz played a pivotal role, assisting Spain’s first goal. The match also saw Yamal receiving a standing ovation, adding to the Spanish celebrations. However, there was a concern for Spain as Alvaro Morata appeared to have sustained an injury. Despite having 16 shots, Croatia struggled with accuracy and couldn't penetrate the Spanish defense effectively. Italy also had a strong start, defeating Albania 2-1. Alessandro Bastoni and Nicolo Barella scored for the Azzurri. Italy's performance was marked by their dominance in possession and opportunities, holding 69% of the ball and racking up 17 shots. Nevertheless, Italy missed several chances to extend their lead. Defensively, Riccardo Calafiori stood out, and Gianluigi Donnarumma made a crucial save in the dying moments to secure Italy's victory. Germany made an emphatic statement with a 5-1 thrashing of Scotland. Five different German players got on the scoresheet, highlighting the team’s depth and versatility. The Germans were 2-0 up within the first 19 minutes, and their first-half performance was capped by a penalty, making it 3-0 at the break. Scotland's woes were compounded by the sending-off of Ryan Porteous. The second half saw Germany add two more goals, underscoring their potential as strong contenders in the tournament.Group Standings
In Group A, Germany and Switzerland both sit at the top with 3 points, although Germany edges ahead due to a superior goal difference (+4). Hungary and Scotland are yet to open their accounts, with both teams suffering heavy defeats.- Germany: 3 points (+4)
- Switzerland: 3 points (+3)
- Hungary: 0 points (-3)
- Scotland: 0 points (-4)
- Spain: 3 points (+3)
- Italy: 3 points (+1)
- Albania: 0 points (-1)
- Croatia: 0 points (-3)
Sunday’s Schedule (All times Eastern)
Sunday promises more exciting fixtures. At 9 a.m., Poland will face off against the Netherlands on FS1. Following this, Slovenia will take on Denmark at 12 p.m., also on FS1. The day’s action will conclude with Serbia playing England at 3 p.m on Fox.- Poland vs Netherlands: 9 a.m. on FS1 (preview)
- Slovenia vs Denmark: 12 p.m. on FS1 (preview)
- Serbia vs England: 3 p.m. on Fox (preview)
Quotes
Reflecting on a series of compelling matches, some noteworthy quotes have emerged:It was all Italy.
He looked to have made a mistake by not getting his shot off early, but he made it work.
So far, so good.As Euro 2024 unfolds, the performances of these teams will continue to captivate football fans around the globe. With impressive victories already on the board and more exciting fixtures to come, the tournament is poised to deliver unforgettable moments and high drama.