Euro 2024: England, France, Netherlands Secure Knockout Spots

England secured a spot in the round of 16 in Euro 2024 following Monday night’s outcomes, guaranteeing their advancement from the group stage as one of the top third-place teams at least.

The Three Lions achieved a victory and a draw in their first two Group C matches against Serbia and Denmark, and they will face Slovenia on Tuesday evening in their last match before the knockout phase.

Albania’s loss to Spain has officially confirmed England’s spot in the upcoming round, alongside France and the Netherlands, mathematical.

Since UEFA expanded the number of competing teams at the Euros from 16 to 24, the top four third-placed teams from the groups advance to the round of 16 through a distinct league table.

England’s total of four points had already surpassed Group A’s third-placed Hungary, who secured their first points through a thrilling last-minute victory against Scotland.

While their progression is secured, the side the Three Lions could face in the next round still depends on the result of their clash with Slovenia. If they win the group, Gareth Southgate’s side will take on the third-place team from Group D, E, or F on Sunday 30 June.

If England can only secure the second position, they would be paired against hosts Germany in a match reminiscent of their encounter at the same stage during Euro 2020, where they emerged victorious with a 2-0 scoreline at Wembley Stadium.

Should they drop down to third, Portugal would await Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, and co in Frankfurt.