One of the most highly anticipated international tournaments, EURO 2020 was supposed to take place last year. Unfortunately, COVID-19 threw a spanner in the works, and the competition was delayed until this year. With the latest iteration of the quadrennial around the corner, here's all you need to know ahead of the big event - including where to tune in to the matches over the next four weeks.
Who are the reigning UEFA EURO champions?
Portugal are the reigning EURO title-holders after beating France 1-0 in 2016. Led by multi Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo, who is coming into this tournament having won his first Capocannoniere prize in Italy, they'll be hoping to become the first team since Spain (in 2008 and 2012) since to successfully defend their crown.
Who are the most successful team in UEFA EURO history?
Germany and Spain are joint-tied for the most titles in this competition, with three trophies each.
When does UEFA EURO 2020 begin?
The UEFA EURO 2020 competition begins on June 11, 2021. A total of 51 games will be played.
Where will UEFA EURO 2020 take place?
In celebration of the 60th birthday of the competition (which actually was in 2020), this year's edition will take place across 11 different cities in 11 UEFA countries. The cities, in alphabetical order, are as follows:
- Amsterdam
- Baku (Azerbaijan)
- Budapest
- Bucharest
- Copenhagen
- Glasgow
- London
- Munich
- Rome
- Saint Petersburg
- Seville
How many venues will host the UEFA EURO 2020 competition?
11 venues in 11 different cities across 11 nations will host the 51 games over the course of the UEFA EURO 2020 competition. The venues, in alphabetical order, are as follows:
- Allianz Arena (Munich)
- Arena Nationala (Bucharest)
- Hampden Park (Glasgow)
- Johan Cruyff Arena (Amsterdam)
- Krestovsky Stadium (Saint Petersburg)
- La Cartuja (Seville)
- Olympic Stadium (Baku)
- Parken Stadium (Copenhagen)
- Puskas Arena (Budapest)
- Stadio Olimpico (Rome)
- Wembley Stadium (London)
What teams are playing in the UEFA EURO 2020 tournament?
A total of 24 teams will be taking part in the 16th installment of the UEFA EURO competition. In alphabetical order, they are: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Scotland, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Wales.
Are there any new sides at the UEFA EURO 2020 tournament?
Yes. One is Finland. Many have wondered if the Nordic nation could be this edition's Iceland, who surprised everyone by making a run to the quarter-finals, where they were eventually stopped by hosts France in 2016. Finland secured their spot at this competition after finishing as runners-up in Group J, behind Italy.
The other new side is North Macedonia.
When and where will the UEFA EURO 2020 final take place?
The UEFA EURO 2020 final will take place on July 11, 2021 at Wembley Stadium.
Where can I watch UEFA EURO 2020 games live on TV or on demand? And where can I live-stream matches?
Here's how you can tune in to this summer's EURO 2020 competition if you live in one of the following countries (or regions) via TV, live-streaming, on demand:
USA: ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+, ABC, ESPN App
UK: BBC, ITV, S4C
Canada: TVA Sports, TSN, CTV
Mexico: SKY
Australia: Optus Sport
France: beIN Sports, M6, TF1
Germany: ARD, ZDF
Italy: SKY, RAI
Portugal: RTP, TVI, SIC, Sport TV
MENA: beIN Sports
Sub-Saharan Africa: StarTimes, SuperSport, Showmax, Canal+ Afrique (Francophone region)
If you live outside one of these countries (or regions) listed, no worries.
Simply check out our bespoke UEFA EURO 2020 match page for geo-targeted broadcast info for your specific location and updates as the competition progresses.
