Euro 2024 Round of 16 Set: Georgia Stuns Portugal, France Faces Belgium

The Round of 16 for Euro 2024 is set, with Georgia's stunning 2-0 victory over Portugal securing their place as the final qualifier. Spain, England, and hosts Germany have emerged as group winners, while France surprisingly finished second in Group D behind Austria. Slovenia, Netherlands, Slovakia, and Georgia have advanced as the four best third-placed teams, while Hungary and Croatia have been eliminated.

Switzerland vs. Italy:

Italy, despite a shaky performance in the group stage, will face Switzerland in Berlin on Saturday. The Swiss, with several Serie A players in their lineup, have proven capable of upsetting the favorites, as seen in their 1-1 draw with Germany.

Germany vs. Denmark:

Germany, revitalized under Julian Nagelsmann, has been one of the tournament's standout teams. They will be favored against Denmark, who finished second in Group C behind England. Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand believes his team can rise to the occasion against top nations, but Germany will have the home crowd advantage at the Westfalenstadion.

England vs. Slovakia:

England will face Slovakia on Sunday after topping Group C despite underwhelming performances. Coach Gareth Southgate has faced criticism from fans, and his team will need to improve if they want to live up to their pre-tournament expectations.

Spain vs. Georgia:

Spain has been the most impressive team so far, winning all three Group B matches. They will be heavily favored against Georgia, who pulled off a shock victory over Portugal. However, Georgia has shown they can cause an upset.

France vs. Belgium:

In one of the most intriguing matchups, France and Belgium will clash in Dusseldorf on Monday. France has struggled to find form, while Belgium has shown flashes of brilliance but also played cautiously.

Portugal vs. Slovenia:

Portugal will be favored to defeat Slovenia in Frankfurt on Monday. Slovenia finished third in Group C, but they are unbeaten in nine games and have beaten Portugal in a pre-tournament friendly.

Romania vs. Netherlands:

The Netherlands, despite finishing third in Group D, will face Romania on Tuesday. Romania has qualified for the last 16 for the first time in 24 years after topping Group E. Ronald Koeman's Dutch team will need to improve after their disappointing group stage performance.

Austria vs. Turkey:

Austria, under Ralf Rangnick, has emerged as a dark horse after topping Group D. They will face Turkey in Leipzig on Tuesday in what promises to be an entertaining match. Turkey has a talented squad and has received strong support throughout the tournament.

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