Austria's Rise in Euro 2024 Group D
Austria has made a spectacular comeback in the Euro 2024 group stage. Despite starting with a defeat against France, the team now leads Pool D after a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Netherlands. This win marks Austria's second victory, giving them six points—one more than France, who are in second place after a 1-1 draw with Poland.
France and the Netherlands: A Tight Race
France retains its second place in Group D, but their position is precarious. The Netherlands, who were leading the group, have fallen to third place after their loss to Austria. However, they still qualify as one of the four best third-placed finishers. Poland, already out of the running, managed to upset France with a late penalty, complicating the French path to the knockout stages.
Scenarios for Group D and Group C
The final group rankings are crucial for the knockout stage matchups. Austria leads Group D with six points, followed by France (5 points), the Netherlands (4 points), and Poland (1 point). France's second-place finish places them in a challenging bracket with Germany, Portugal, and Spain. They will face the second-placed team from Group E, which includes Romania, Belgium, Slovakia, and Ukraine. Meanwhile, in Group C, England leads with four points, followed by Denmark and Slovenia (both with 2 points), and Serbia (1 point). The final matches will determine the top two teams and the potential third-place qualifiers.
- In Group D, Austria's victory over the Netherlands has been a game-changer. This win not only secures their top position but also shakes up the dynamics for the remaining teams. France's draw with Poland, thanks to Robert Lewandowski's late penalty, means they must prepare for tougher opponents in the next round.
- Group C's final matches are set to be decisive. England, currently leading, will qualify with a win or draw against Slovenia. Denmark must win against Serbia to secure their place, while Slovenia needs a victory over England to advance. Serbia's chances hinge on defeating Denmark and hoping for an England win.
- The outcomes of these matches will significantly impact the knockout stage, with potential matchups against strong teams like Germany, Portugal, and Spain looming for the second-placed team in Group D.
