2024-06-23 01:39:56
On June 22, 2024, within the second spherical of the European (Soccer) Cup Group F, Portugal carried out strongly and defeated Turkey 3:0, reaching two consecutive victories, locking within the first place within the group upfront and advancing to the spherical of 16. The image exhibits the gamers of either side competing for the sport. (Patricia De Melo Moreira/AFP by way of Getty Photos)
[Epoch Times June 23, 2024](Epoch Instances reporter Li Rongshi complete report) After two rounds of competitors within the 2024 European (soccer) Cup group stage, the promotion scenario has steadily change into clear. The host German group has superior upfront; Spain has emerged from the “group of dying”; Portugal has secured the primary place within the group upfront; the 4 groups in Group E have the identical factors, creating an actual “group of dying.”
A complete of 24 groups participated within the European Cup, divided into 6 teams; the group stage was a single round-robin, and the highest two groups in every group and the 4 greatest third-placed groups within the group superior to the spherical of 16 knockout stage; therefollowing, from the spherical of 16 to the ultimate, the competitors was held in a one-match decider format.
Group A: Host Germany advances first
In Group A, following the host Germany defeated Scotland 5-1 within the first spherical, they confronted a problem from Hungary within the second spherical, however finally defeated their opponent 2-0, turning into the primary group to qualify for the knockout stage of this European Cup. Switzerland defeated Hungary 3-1; within the second spherical, due to a really great world wave from 32-year-old Shaqiri, Switzerland and Scotland drew 1-1.
After two rounds, Germany has 6 factors and ranks first; Switzerland ranks second with 4 factors; Scotland has 1 level and retains the hope of advancing; Hungary ranks final with 0 factors. Within the third spherical, Switzerland will play in opposition to Germany and Scotland will play in opposition to Hungary. If Switzerland beats Germany, it is going to surpass its opponent and advance as the primary within the group. If it attracts with Germany, it is going to make sure the second place. If Switzerland loses, it might want to see how Scotland performs. Since Switzerland has an enormous benefit in objective distinction, the scenario of advancing may be very optimistic.
Group B: Spain secured first place upfront
Group B was thought-regarding the “group of dying” earlier than the sport, together with the final event champion Italy, the “favourite” Spain and Croatia, which has been within the high three for 2 consecutive World Cups. Within the first spherical, Spain defeated Croatia 3:0; the defending champion Italy reversed the weak Albania group 2:1. Within the second spherical, dealing with the defending champion Italy, Spain carried out higher and gained the opponent 1:0, standing out from the “group of dying” and advancing to the knockout stage upfront. Croatia tied with Albania 2:2.
After this spherical, Spain has 6 factors, securing the primary place within the group and turning into the second group to enter the spherical of 16 following Germany; Italy has 3 factors, rating second; Albania and Croatia each have 1 level, the previous ranks third as a result of benefit of objective distinction, and the latter quickly ranks final. Within the third spherical, Italy can qualify because the second within the group so long as it doesn’t lose; Albania and Croatia even have the chance to qualify.
Group C: All 4 groups retain their probabilities
Within the first spherical of Group C, England beat Serbia 1-0 with Bellingham’s header, whereas Denmark tied Slovenia 1-1. Within the second spherical, England, with its luxurious lineup, drew 1-1 with Denmark and missed the prospect to advance. Serbia and Slovenia additionally led to a 1-1 draw.
After two rounds, the 4 groups in Group C all have probabilities. England ranks first with 4 factors, occupying a positive place; Denmark and Slovenia each have 2 factors, rating second and third respectively; Serbia has 1 level, quickly on the backside. Within the closing spherical, England will play in opposition to Slovenia and Denmark will play in opposition to Serbia. The “Three Lions” can qualify easily so long as they’re undefeated, and even when they lose, they may mainly haven’t any worries and have an opportunity to qualify because the second or third within the group. The opposite three groups have difficult methods to advance, and all the things is feasible.
Group D: France and the Netherlands compete for first place
Within the first spherical of Group D, the “favourite” France defeated Austria 1:0; the Netherlands defeated Poland 2:1. Within the second spherical, the Netherlands and France had a robust dialogue. Because of Mbappe’s harm, either side performed cautiously and the sport led to a 0:0 draw. Austria defeated Poland 3:1.
After two rounds, the Netherlands and France each have 4 factors and are main the way in which; Austria has 3 factors and ranks third; Poland suffered two consecutive defeats and ranks final with 0 factors. Within the subsequent spherical, France will play in opposition to Poland and the Netherlands will face Austria. Each France and the Netherlands hope to qualify because the group chief, in order that they will keep away from encountering robust groups within the first spherical of the knockout stage. Poland is at a drawback within the head-to-head document with Austria, so it has been decided to rank fourth within the group and change into the primary group to be eradicated on this European Cup.
Group E: Changing into the actual group of dying
Within the first spherical of Group E, Romania defeated Ukraine 3-0, successful the European Cup for the primary time in 24 years. Belgium was the largest upset because the begin of the event, dropping to Slovakia 0-1. It ought to be famous that the final time Belgium scored a objective in a serious event was within the first spherical of the Qatar World Cup in 2022, once they defeated Canada 1-0. Since then, Belgium has taken almost 47 pictures in main tournaments, however none of them have scored.
Within the second spherical, Belgium rebounded and defeated Romania 2:0; Ukraine reversed Slovakia 2:1. After two rounds, the 4 groups in Group E all had 1 win and 1 loss, and had 3 factors, setting a brand new document within the European Cup. Within the final spherical, Belgium will play in opposition to Ukraine and Slovakia will face Romania. The successful group will advance, and the draw shall be based mostly on objective distinction. If there are two attracts, there shall be an excessive scenario the place the 4 groups have 4 factors.
Group F: Portugal secures first place within the group
Within the first spherical of Group F, Ronaldo began the sport, missed a one-on-one shot, and made two key passes, bringing his variety of key passes within the European Cup to 43, essentially the most in almost 44 years. In the long run, Portugal defeated the Czech Republic 2:1. In one other match, Turkey defeated Georgia 3:1. Within the second spherical, Portugal carried out strongly and defeated Turkey 3:0, whereas Georgia and the Czech Republic drew 1:1.
After two rounds of matches, Portugal, which gained two consecutive victories, has 6 factors, securing first place within the group and ready for its opponent within the spherical of 16. Turkey has 3 factors, rating second, and its promotion scenario is kind of optimistic; the Czech Republic and Georgia each have 1 level, and each have an opportunity.
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