UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Predictions

The all-new season of the UEFA Champions League is just around the corner. Now that the last round of qualifiers is all done and dusted, we finally know all 36 participants. 
Plus, the draw last Thursday announced all eight fixtures of the 36 participating teams. Mind you, we’ll get the exact group stage calendar at a later date.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Old Champions League Format is No More</h2>
That’s right, the 2024/25 Champions League season comes with four extra teams and a completely revamped group stage. The draw ended up confusing the fans, who now aren’t sure what to expect.
No worries, we’re here to shed light on the new Champions League format and guide you through the changes. You’ll be happy to know it’s not as complex as it might seem at first.
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The old format for the Champions League main event was pretty straightforward. It was divided into two stages: groups and playoffs. Before the group stage could be seeded, of course, there were several rounds of qualifiers. 
But, that’s not considered a part of the main event. It only consisted of two stages:
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Group stage
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8 groups (A through H) with 4 teams each
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Each teams plays the other three teams in their group twice
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One match home, one match away
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Top 2 teams from each group quality for the round of 16
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3rd place teams are relegated to the Europa League
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4th place teams are eliminated
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Playoffs
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Ro16 up to the semifinals are two-legged matches
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Winners advance to the next stage
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The grand final is a single-leg spectacle in some of football’s greatest venues
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The all-new CL format changes are set to completely revamp the group stage. We’ll explain in more detail right below!
<h2 dir="ltr">2024/25 Champions League Format Explained</h2>
If you watched the draw last Thursday, it might’ve left you puzzled. Yes, I know, it seemed pretty complicated. 
But, that’s just because of the new format UEFA used computers to automatically seed teams from 4 different pots. Allow us to elaborate:
<h3 dir="ltr">League Phase</h3>
The all-new League Phase is set to replace the old Group Stage with 8 groups of 4 teams. Now, it’s all just a single group; a league - hence the name League Phase. 
So, starting from 2024/25 season, 36 teams will participate in a single league. Each team will play 8 different teams, 4 home and 4 away, instead of 3 teams twice. 
Each team was drawn with two opponents from each of the four pots. Oh, you don’t know a thing about pots? If that’s the case, let’s talk about why the <a href="https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/draws/">2024/25 Champions League draw</a> seemed so complex. 
It ought to be because of the fact that all 36 teams were divided into 4 pots, each containing 9 teams. The draw started with Pot 1 which features the strongest title-winning candidates. 
The program automatically drew all eight fixtures for each of the Pot 1 teams. The same thing happened for teams in pots 2, 3, and 4, to complete the draw.
So, let’s go over the basics of the new CL League Phase format:
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36 teams playing in a single league
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A win is 3 points, a draw is 1 point, a loss is 0 points
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Each team plays 8 different teams, 4 home and 4 away
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Each team plays against 2 teams from each of the 4 pots
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After all 8 matches are done, the top 8 teams advance to the ro16
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Teams ranked 9th through 16th play against teams ranked 17th through 24th
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Teams ranked 25th through 36th are eliminated
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<h3 dir="ltr">Knockout Phase Play-Off</h3>
Once again, the top 8 teams from the League Phase advance straight to the Ro16. There, they await the winners of the Knockout Phase Play-Off.
More precisely, teams ranked 9th - 16th will face off against teams ranked 17th-24th in a classic two-legged contest. The winner will be determined after 180 minutes, plus potentially extra time and penalties. 
<h3 dir="ltr">Knockout Phase</h3>
Starting from the round of 16, there are no format changes. The top 8 teams from the League Phase will join the Knockout Phase Play-Off winners in the classic two-legged Knockout Phase.
<h3 dir="ltr">Finals</h3>
There are also no changes for the final. It remains a single-leg spectacle. We already know the exact date and location for the 2025 Champions League FInal.
This season, the final will be played on 31 May 2025 at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany.
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<h2 dir="ltr">2024/25 Champions League Draw</h2>
Last Thursday, the football elite gathered in Monaco for the 2024/25 Champions League draw. 
First of its kind, mind you. Even though the draw left many puzzled because of the new format, after the first spell of matches everyone will understand how simple it is and everyone’s going to love it.
As for the draw itself, here are all the fixtures of the top 9 teams from the first pot:
<h3 dir="ltr">Real Madrid Group Stage Fixtures</h3>
Even though Real Madrid’s La Liga season isn’t off to a good start, they’ll be fancying their Champions League chances, that’s for sure. 
Especially after such a good draw. Borussia, Liverpool and Milan seem like the biggest problems, though the likes of Atalanta and Salzburg could cause some issues too.
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Borussia Dortmund home
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Liverpool away
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Milan home
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Atalanta away
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Salzburg home
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Lille away
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Stuttgart home
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Brest away
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<h3 dir="ltr">Man City Group Stage Fixtures</h3>
Manchester City’s draw went pretty well. Pep Guardiola will be happy with Inter and PSG. Juventus away is bound to be a tough nut to crack, but if anyone can do it, it’s Haaland and the company.
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Inter home
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PSG away
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Club Brugge home
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Juventus away
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Feyenoord home
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Sporting CP away
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Sparta Praha home
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S. Bratislava away
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Bayern’s draw is pretty sweet. PSG and Barcelona are the only two matches I’m looking forward to. Everything else should be a walk in the park for Musiala and the co.
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PSG home
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Barcelona away
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Benfica home
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Shakhtar away
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GNK Dinamo home
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Feyenoord away
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S. Bratislava home
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Aston Villa away
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<h3 dir="ltr">PSG Group Stage Fixtures</h3>
We’re going to see PSG go up against Manchester City once again. The French against Bayern Munich is also going to be a classic. But, then again, so will their fixture against tough-to-crack Atletico. 
Then, as icing on the cake, we’ll see them face off against Arsenal too. PSG has a bucket full of classics!
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Man City home
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Bayern Munich away
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Atletico Madrid home
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Arsenal away
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PSV home
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Salzburg away
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Girona home
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Stuttgart away
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<h3 dir="ltr">Liverpool Group Stage Fixtures</h3>
The Reds will have mixed feelings about the draw. One of the best fixtures of the entire league phase will see them square off against Real Madrid at Anfield.
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Leverkusen’s trip to Merseyside is going to be one for the books as well.
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Real Madrid home
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RB Leipzig away
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Leverkusen home
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Milan away
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Lille home
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PSV away
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Bologna home
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Girona away
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<h3 dir="ltr">Inter Group Stage Fixtures</h3>
Inter is in a world of trouble. They got Leipzig, Man City, Arsenal, and Leverkusen from the first two pots. 
Not a good draw. Luckily, the likes of Crvena Zvezda at home and Sparta Praha away should be points secured for the Italians.
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RB Leipzig home
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Man City away
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Arsenal home
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Leverkusen away
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Crvena Zvezda home
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Young Boys away
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Monaco home
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Sparta Praha away
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Borussia Dortmund fans can be happy with the draw. They’ll play against the Spanish golden tandem - Barcelona and Real Madrid.
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The remaining 6 matches all seem like a walk in the park, though we’re bound to see some points spillage along the way.
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Barcelona home
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Real Madrid away
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Shakhtar home
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Club Brugge away
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Celtic home
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GNK Dinamo away
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Sturm Graz home
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Bologna away
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<h3 dir="ltr">Barcelona Group Stage Fixtures</h3>
Barcelona’s draw is pretty mild. They got Atalanta and Benfica from Pot 2, which perfectly opens their door to direct ro16 qualification. We’re left to see if Jamal, Olmo, and Lewandowski can make it happen.
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Bayern Munich home
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Borussia Dortmund away
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Atalanta home
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Benfica away
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Young Boys home
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Crvena Zvezda away
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Brest home
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Monaco away
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<h3 dir="ltr">RB Leipzig Group Stage Fixtures</h3>
RB Leipzig is the final team from Pot 1. These guys just can’t catch a break. First, they lost Dani Olmo. 
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Now, they drew Liverpool, Inter, Juventus, and Atletico from Pots 1 and 2. Talk about tough luck…
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Liverpool home
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Inter away
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Juventus home
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Atletico Madrid away
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Sporting home
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Celtic away
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Aston Villa home
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Sturm Graz away
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<h2 dir="ltr">Thoughts on the All-New Champions League Format</h2>
One thing is certain - fans don’t seem to like the new changes. The draw took them by surprise and now everyone thinks the Champions League is ruined. 
I for one don’t think so. While I still do fancy the old format more, I can see why these changes were introduced.
Number one - money. More games and bigger clashes in the group stage are bound to accumulate more money.
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A portion of this money will be passed down to developing teams, which is always a big plus. The fans will also get a bunch of additional matches to look forward to.
But, as with everything else in life, some people will be for and some will be against...
<h2 dir="ltr">Conclusion</h2>
The all-new CL format has divided the fans. But, if there’s one thing we can be sure of, it’s that the group stage now packs more high-quality matches than ever before.
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<h2 dir="ltr">What are Football Slots</h2>
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<h2 dir="ltr">Best Football Slots at Winz.io</h2>
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<h3 dir="ltr">Football X by Smartsoft</h3>
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<h3 dir="ltr">Football Studio Roulette by Evolution</h3>
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<h2 dir="ltr">Summary</h2>
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Germany has some of the most mesmerizing football venues in the world. 
The likes of Allianz Arena and Signal Iduna Park are bound to captivate fans who’ll watch the football action live over the next month or so. 
Today, we’ll be taking a closer look at all ten stadiums which will host EURO 2024 matches.
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Ten cities, ten stadiums, four of which are usually the home turfs of teams playing in the second Bundesliga. This just goes to show you the strength of the German football infrastructure.
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Stadium Capacity: 71,000
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Location: Berlin
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Team: Herta BSC (German 2. Bundesliga)
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Hertha BSC is an iconic Bundesliga team. However, due to mismanagement and a decimated team, they’re now playing in the second Bundesliga division.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/olympiastadion_berlin_stadium_37c3c08ae7.webp" alt="Olympiastadion Berlin" width="750" height="438">
But, that doesn’t take anything away from the greatness that is the Olympiastadion Berlin.
The biggest events hosted here were the 2006 World Cup final and the 2015 Champions League final. 
Seeing as this is the biggest and most luxurious venue, it’s no wonder it’s set to host the EURO 2024 final on July 14th. 
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Stadium Capacity: 62,000
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Location: Dortmund
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Team: Borussia Dortmund (German Bundesliga)
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Also known as the Westfalenstadion and Signal Iduna Park, the BVB Stadion is a true masterpiece. It’s known for the Yellow Wall of Borussia Dortmund, one of Bundesliga’s most iconic teams. 
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/bvb_stadion_37ee7f23b9.webp" alt="BVB Stadion" width="750" height="438">The stadium has a 66,000 capacity for UEFA matches and is widely considered as the cultural heart of the entire region. 
The most notable UEFA game played in the stadium was the 2001 UEFA Cup Final between Deportivo and Liverpool. 
As for UEFA EURO 2024, the BVB Stadion will feature one of the two semifinals, as well as several group stage matches and a ro16 clash.
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Stadium Capacity: 66,000
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Location: Munich
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Team: Bayern Munchen (German Bundesliga)
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Also known as the Allianz Arena, the Munich Football Stadium is one of the most mesmerizing pieces of sporting architecture on the planet. 
It has 66,000 seats for UEFA competitions and 75,000 for Bundesliga clashes.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/munich_football_arena_77e2a54c6a.webp" alt="Munich Football Arena" width="750" height="438">
Thanks to its modern design, plenty of space and all sorts of built-in services, Allianz Arena has hosted numerous important games since 2006. On the upcoming EURO, it will host six matches in total. 
Four group stage clashes, including the opener between Germany and Scotland, a ro16 clash, and a semifinal on July 9th.
<h2 dir="ltr">Frankfurt Arena</h2>
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Stadium Capacity: 47,000
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Location: Frankfurt
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Team: Eintracht Frankfurt (German Bundesliga)
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The venue recently went through its first upgrade. It was built from 2002 to 2005, so that doesn’t come as a big surprise.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/frankfurt_arena_0741e69dc1.webp" alt="Frankfurt Arena" width="750" height="438">
For Bundesliga matches, Frankfurt Arena can accept 58,000 after the latest stand upgrade. For UEFA matches, though, the official stadium capacity is 47,000.
In the past, this stadium hosted one of the 2006 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals as well as the 2002 Women’s Cup Final. 
This time around, Frankfurt Arena will host 4 group stage matches and a round of 16 clash on July 1st. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Volkparkstadion</h2>
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Stadium Capacity: 49,000
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Location: Hamburg
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Team: HSV (German 2. Bundesliga)
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The Volksparkstadion in Hamburg has a capacity of 49,000 for UEFA matches. The most notable hosted matches in its history were the 2006 World Cup quarterfinal and 2010 Europa League final.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/volksparkstadion_1_d71fb508f4.webp" alt="Volkparkstadion" width="750" height="438">
On this EURO, it will host four group-stage matches as well as one of the four quarterfinals.
The venue got a fair bit of upgrades over the last few years. Most notably, in 2023 it received new lighting and sound systems, as well as new state-of-the-art floodlights. 
There were also several upgrades in terms of attendees’ quality of life and accessibility.
<h2 dir="ltr">Arena Aufschalke</h2>
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Stadium Capacity: 49,000
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Location: Gelsenkirchen
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Team: Schalke (German 2. Bundesliga)
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Arena Aufschalke is the next stadium on our list here. Even though Schalke 04 has been stuck in the second division for quite a while now, the stadium is always packed with fans.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/arena_aufschalke_81c7ee0cdb.webp" alt="Arena Aufschalke" width="750" height="438">
The average attendance for last season, 17 matches in total, amounted to 61,538. That just goes to show you how much German fans love supporting their team week in and week out.
Sports betting fans are going to love Arena Aufschalke’s group-stage clashes. Especially the second-round clash between Spain and Italy. 
Feel free to check out our <a href="https://winz.io/blog/euro-group-predictions/">EURO 2024 Group Stage betting predictions</a> for more info. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Leipzig Stadium</h2>
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Stadium Capacity: 40,000
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Location: Leipzig
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Team: RB Leipzig(German Bundesliga)
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Red Bull Leipzig has been on an upward spiral for quite a while now. They currently have a formidable team and will be playing Champions League football next season.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/leipzig_stadium_e7ffc72f89.webp" alt="Leipzig Stadium">
So, one thing is for sure, the Leipzig Stadium will have fantastic football action even after the EURO wraps up.
Back in 2006, the stadium hosted several group-stage matches and a round of 16 clash. The same will happen on the 2024 EURO. The biggest match in this tournament will be the third round group stage clash between Croatia vs Italy. The final match on the Leipzig Stadium is set for July 2nd, a round of 16 encounter.
<h2 dir="ltr">Cologne Stadium</h2>
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Stadium Capacity: 43,000
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Location: Cologne
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Team: FC Koln (German 2. Bundesliga)
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The jewel of the River Rhine. The city of Cologne’s population is now over 1 million. 
Besides the gorgeous stadium, Cologne also has one of Germany’s most mesmerizing landmarks, the Chuch of Saint Peter, and is home to one of the biggest esports competitions - Intel Extreme Masters Cologne.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/cologne_stadium_7b0aab2e83.webp" alt="Cologne Stadium">
The stadium is home to FC Koln, a team which will be playing in the second Bundesliga division next season after failing to stay out of the relegation zone.
It’s not the biggest venue, coming in at 43,000, but it definitely has its charm. That said, it will only feature 4 group stage matches and one round of 16 clash.
<h2 dir="ltr">Stuttgart Arena</h2>
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Stadium Capacity: 51,000
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Location: VfB Stuttgart
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Team: Stuttgart (German Bundesliga)
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Back in 2006 when Germany hosted the FIFA World Cup, Stuttgart Arena was used for the <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/match/_/gameId/191980/portugal-germany">third-place play-off</a> between Germany and Portugal.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/stuttgart_arena_aac64f27bb.webp" alt="Stuttgart Arena" width="750" height="438">
It must be a lucky talisman for the German side as they cruised to the bronze medal with a 3:1 victory.
The 2024 EURO doesn’t have a third-place match. Still, Stuttgart Arena will host one of the four quarterfinal matches, as well as four group-stage matches. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Dusseldorf Arena</h2>
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Stadium Capacity: 40,000
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Location: Dusseldorf
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Team: Fortuna Dusseldorf (German 2. Bundesliga)
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Finally, Dusseldorf Arena! It is the home of Fortuna Dusseldorf, another high-profile team playing in the second division of the German Bundesliga. It’s quite a small stadium, but one with an electric and cozy atmosphere.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/dusseldorf_arena_ca4da57c1f.webp" alt="Dusseldorf Arena" width="750" height="438">
Even though Fortuna plays in the second division, the atmosphere is always nothing short of buzzing.
Thanks to such an electric atmosphere, it comes as no surprise that Dusseldorf Arena is not just going to host several group stage matches but a ro16 clash and one quarterfinal as well.

What are the stadiums for Euro 2024?

It’s no secret that every big competition has a handful of greats that bid their farewells to the marvellous world of football. EURO 2024 is no exception. 
In fact, EURO 2024 might just be the biggest EURO competition, according to the sheer number and quality of players who will call it their last big event.
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From Cristiano Ronaldo, Toni Kroos and Luka Modrić, three Real Madrid greats, to N’Golo Kante and Kevin De Bruyne, Premier League’s backbones in their prime, EURO 2024 football greats are not to be taken for granted. 
Let’s have a closer look ⚽️
<h2 dir="ltr">Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)</h2>
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Total appearances on EURO main events
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25
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Total goals on EURO main events
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14
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Total assists on EURO main events
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9
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Love him or hate him, you have to admit that Cristiano Ronaldo has been the best of what European football had to offer for well over a decade now. 
He’s the epitome of hard work and dedication. He’s won it all with some of Europe’s best teams, including Real Madrid, Manchester United, and Juventus.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/cristiano_ronaldo_3e7196299e.webp" alt="Cristiano Ronaldo"> 
However, he’s playing in the Saudi Pro League now and he isn’t getting any younger. While Portugal does have other quality options in the attack, Cristiano Ronaldo should still get plenty of minutes. 
This is his final dance for Portugal, to win another title after that fantastic tournament in France back in 2016.
In total, <a href="https://x.com/cristiano">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> has scored 14 goals in the EUROs. His biggest goal tally happened three years ago when he netted five and was the joint-top scorer for the tournament. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium)</h2>
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Total appearances on EURO main events
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9
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Total goals on EURO main events
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1
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Total assists on EURO main events
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5
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<a href="https://www.transfermarkt.com/kevin-de-bruyne/profil/spieler/88755">Kevin De Bruyne</a> is the undisputed legend among Premier League midfielders. He’s been the best midfielder in the League for more than 5 years now and is showing no signs of stopping.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/kevin_de_bruyne_b53b6ca034.webp" alt="Kevin De Bruyne" width="750" height="439">
Yes, he’s had a fair share of injuries already. But when he’s 100% healthy and fit, he controls the midfield like no one else out there.
At the moment, Kevin De Bruyne is 32. He’ll be 33 by the time the EURO 2024 wraps up. He might still be in the squad for the 2026 World Cup. 
At 35, that sounds feasible. But, I doubt he’ll last until the 2028 EURO, which means this is bound to be his last dance for Belgium.
<h2 dir="ltr">N’Golo Kante (France)</h2>
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Total appearances on EURO main events
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8
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Total goals on EURO main events
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0
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Total assists on EURO main events
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1
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When was the last time you heard about N’Golo Kante? He’s been one of the pioneers in the Saudi Pro League. 
Ever since leaving Chelsea, though, his form has been dwindling. In all honesty, I was surprised to see Didier Deschamps include Kante in his 2024 EURO squad list.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/ngolo_kante_f088604af3.webp" alt="N’Golo Kante" width="750" height="438">
The guy is a legend, there’s no point denying that. He spent his prime years in Leicester and Chelsea, winning that magical EPL title with Leicester and crowning one of the most beautiful moments in the league’s history. 
This will undoubtedly be his last outing for France. He’s 33 at the moment and I just don’t see him being in the squad for the World Cup, even if he doesn’t retire in the meantime. N’golo Kante is past his prime, but that doesn’t make him any less of a legend.
<h2 dir="ltr">Toni Kroos (Germany)</h2>
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Total appearances on EURO main events
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14
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Total goals on EURO main events
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0
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Total assists on EURO main events
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1
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Toni Kroos doesn’t need a lengthy introduction. The man has been Germany’s backbone for 4 big competitions already. Granted, Germany’s last 4 big competitions weren’t exactly poised with brilliant gameplay.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/toni_kroos_ceb1d77d33.webp" alt="Toni Kroos" width="750" height="500">
Still, Kroos has always been a positive factor; an anchor that made the whole team play slightly better. 
In fact, that’s exactly how he contributed to Real Madrid’s performances too.
He’s 34 and still plays at the top level. However, he surprised many not that long ago when he <a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/2024/5/21/24161474/kroos-real-madrid-retirement-2024">decided to retire from football</a> following the end of the 2024 EURO.
He wants to retire at the top level and on his own terms, playing in the best club in the world and for one of the best national teams too. Toni Kroos ladies and gents - what a legend!
<h2 dir="ltr">Olivier Giroud (France)</h2>
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Total appearances on EURO main events
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11
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Total goals on EURO main events
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3
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Total assists on EURO main events
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2
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Now let’s talk about the man, the myth, the legend - Olivier Giroud. The 37-year-old AC Milan striker is definitely playing his last EURO. 
I know, I know, he ages like fine wine, but I just can’t see him being called up for the French national team after this… not with all the talent Deschamps has lying around these days.
Giroud scored a total of 57 goals for the French national team, 5 of which were on the EURO main events. 
He also contributed with 16 assists, though not a single one happened on an EURO main event.
<h2 dir="ltr">Robert Lewandowski (Poland)</h2>
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Total appearances on EURO main events
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11
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Total goals on EURO main events
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5
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Total assists on EURO main events
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0
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It will be sad to see Robert Lewandowski finish his international career at this EURO. It’s even sadder considering the fact he never did anything notable with Poland. 
A striker of his class without any international medals… such a fate probably awaits the likes of Odegaard and Haaland too. 
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/robert_lewandowski_f4d8beefa1.webp" alt="Robert Lewandowski" width="750" height="438">
But, 11 EURO appearances and 5 goals tell you all you need to know about Lewandowski’s nose for a goal. 
His proficiency is unparalleled. He’s been honing his skills in the Bundesliga for years and is now casually doing the same in La Liga. 
However, Poland is in a tough spot and our <a href="https://winz.io/blog/euro-group-predictions/">UEFA EURO 2024 group stage betting predictions</a> don’t have good news for good old Rober. Here’s hoping our predictions were wrong.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Pepe (Portugal)</h2>
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Total appearances on EURO main events
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19
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Total goals on EURO main events
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2
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Total assists on EURO main events
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0
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Pepe is a true legend of the game. He was a living legend in Real Madrid and still has the same status for Portugal. 
He already has 19 appearances for his country, and he’s set to push it above 20 in Germany. Mind you, he’s 41 years old. This is definitely his last stand for Portugal.
<img src="https://wbcl.justw.in/pepe_football_player_3debf35d66.webp" alt="Pepe" width="750" height="438">
But, don’t let his age fool you. Pepe is still as aggressive as he was 10 years ago.
He’s still ruling the defensive end with an iron fist and will be a force to be reckoned with in the group stage. 
I wouldn’t want to be on the receiving end of his tackles, that’s for sure.

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