The Euro 2024 group stage is reaching a fever pitch, and this coming Friday and weekend hold the key to determining which teams will progress to the knockout rounds. These Euro key fixtures promise high-stakes drama, thrilling encounters, and moments that will define the narrative of the tournament

Friday, June 21st

Slovakia vs Ukraine (15:00): Desperation hangs heavy in the air for both sides in this Group E encounter. Both suffered defeats in their opening matches, leaving them staring down the barrel of elimination. A loss here for either team will make qualification an almost impossible task.
Poland vs Austria (18:00): Group A’s Poland will be smarting after a narrow defeat to the Netherlands in their opening match. Robert Lewandowski and his teammates will be keen to bounce back with a convincing victory. Standing in their way is a determined Austria, who themselves need a win to keep their qualification hopes alive. Can Lewandowski inspire a comeback, or will Austria pull off a surprise?
Netherlands vs France (21:00): This heavyweight showdown in Group D is a clash of titans, even though both teams have already secured their spots in the next round. The top spot in the group, however, remains up for grabs. The Dutch juggernaut, boasting attacking fireworks like Memphis Depay and Frenkie de Jong, will face a French side brimming with experience and world-class talent like Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema.

Saturday, June 22nd

Georgia vs Czech Republic (15:00): Both teams were left licking their wounds after defeats in their opening matches. This game presents a chance for them to salvage some pride and potentially reignite their qualification hopes, albeit a slim one. Expect a match fueled by a desire to bounce back and prove their worth on the biggest stage in European football.
Turkey vs Portugal (18:00): Both Turkey and Portugal won their opening matches in Group F, and the winner here will take a giant leap towards securing qualification. Cristiano Ronaldo will be aiming to continue his scoring form against a resolute Turkish defence.
Belgium vs Romania (18:00): A potential group decider in Group E. Belgium, boasting a star-studded line-up including Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku, are favourites against Romania. However, the Romanians will be determined to cause an upset and keep their qualification hopes alive.

Sunday, June 23rd

Switzerland vs Germany (21:00): With a win already under their belt, Germany will be looking to secure the top spot in Group A and avoid a potentially tougher opponent in the next round. Switzerland, boasting a talented squad with Xherdan Shaqiri pulling the strings in midfield, is more than capable of causing an upset and denting German ambitions.