Nearly 2 weeks have passed since the start of the Euro 2020 and we finally have the last 16 pairs. The knockout stage is set to begin in a couple of days, featuring mouth-watering encounters that will surely delight football fans from all over the world.
There were a few surprises during the group stage, and some favorites prevailed in the last round. That was certainly the case with Germany and Portugal, who managed to squeeze through to the knockout round after drawing 2-2 against Hungary and France respectively.
Other favorites passed the group state on shaky legs too. The last 16 stage will be a great test for the likes of England, Germany, and Portugal, with surprising entries such as Sweden and Wales having absolutely nothing to lose.
A Fantastic Round Awaits
There will be a couple of days off so the teams that reached the last 16 can recuperate. The tournament continues on Saturday, June 26, with Wales and Denmark on the center stage. Here are all the pairs that follow:
- Italy – Austria (June 26)
- Netherlands – Czech Republic (June 27)
- Belgium – Portugal (June 27)
- Croatia – Spain (June 28)
- France – Switzerland (June 28)
- England – Germany (June 29)
- Sweden – Ukraine (June 29)
As you can see for yourself, there will be quite a few exciting showdowns. Belgium vs. Portugal, Spain vs. Croatia, and England vs. Germany are the most exciting ones football fans expect the most out of. The other pairs will be fun to watch as well, potentially setting up even more exciting quarterfinals.
For example, the winner of the match between France and Switzerland will play the winner of Croatia vs. Spain. Italy and Austria are set to go against the winner of the Belgium-Portugal match.
In the case of England and Germany, they are set to play a bit easier opponent in the quarterfinals – Sweden or Ukraine. However, the last 16 between the two major rivals will surely be a thrilling match, even if both nations failed to play to the best of their abilities in the group stages.
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