There’s nothing like the big-stage to get a football fan’s blood pumping, with stages not coming much bigger the UEFA European Championship. Known simply as ‘The Euros’, the European Championship pits the best European countries against each other every four years, and is arguably second only to the World Cup in terms of prestige. But for those Down Under, where exactly can you watch this European football action? Find out all you need to know about the Euros in this Canstar Blue article.
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How to watch the 2024 Euros
Optus Sport will be the sole broadcaster for the Euro 2024 Championship in Australia, showcasing every game of the competition, including the Grand Final. Games and broadcasts will generally take place from 11pm to 5am AEST, giving both night owls and the early risers something to cheer about. Optus Sport also offers on-demand coverage of the Euros, meaning if you’re not too keen on messing up your sleep schedule, replays are at your disposal.
How can I sign up to Optus Sport?
Optus Sport is available as a standalone service – which you can sign up to for $24.99 per month, or $199 for an annual subscription – with Optus customers able to sign up for the service for $6.99 through Optus’ SubHub platform.
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When does the Euro 2024 Championship start?
The 2024 Euros will be played from the 15th of June, with host nation Germany kicking off against Scotland at 5am.
What are the groups for the 2024 Euros?
Who can we expect to take the field at the Euros in 2024? The full group breakdown is as follows:
- Group A – Germany, Scotland, Hungary, Switzerland
- Group B – Spain, Croatia, Italy, Albania
- Group C – Slovenia, Denmark, Serbia, England
- Group D – Poland, Netherlands, Austria, France
- Group E – Belgium, Slovakia, Romania, Ukraine
- Group F – Georgia, Portugal, Czechia, Türkiye
How to watch the 2024 Euros final
In Australia, fans can watch the 2024 Euros final on Optus Sport. This can be accessed via the Optus Sport website or app on mobiles, tablets, smart TVs and other streaming devices.
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Who is playing in the 2024 Euros final?
The 2024 Euros final will see Spain and England battle for the UEFA title. The match is the first time Spain and England have met in the final. Spain previously won the tournament in 2012, while England has never won.
What time is the 2024 Euros final?
The game will be broadcast on Monday, July 15 at 5am AEST. If you can’t get enough of your football, check out our guides to the English Premier League and Champions League to keep you glued to the couch.
Picture credit: UEFA.com
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