Euro 2024 Tickets Out! All You Need to Know!

The day has finally arrived, and the much-anticipated tickets for Euro 2024 are now available. European football fans worldwide are counting down the days until the highly anticipated event kicks off in Germany next year. They can now make reservations at the ticket marketplace to plan their trips.

UEFA’s announcement reveals that 1.2 million tickets will be released, with the tournament accommodating fans from all walks of life. The pricing of tickets is designed to cater to fans with different budgets, reflecting UEFA’s commitment to accessibility.

Pricing Structure

The pricing for Euro 2024 in the ticket marketplace aligns with providing accessibility for all football enthusiasts. This move by UEFA is exemplary and sets it apart from other major competition organizers who often prioritize profit maximization. Group stage tickets start at a reasonable 30 euros, making them the most affordable option.

For those looking to attend the all-important final, tickets will be priced at 1,000 euros. 

Additionally, UEFA has introduced a new concept of “Prime Seats.” These prime seats at the halfway line offer fans a complete immersive experience. They provide one of the best views of the game, making fans feel like they are part of the action. 

One of the first to experiment with the “Prime Seats,” these seats will make any spectator feel like they are in the dugout, immersed in action for the entire 90 minutes. At this level of visibility, fans can see the players up close and even go for personal exchanges after the game. 

For many fans, it will be an opportunity of a lifetime. 

These tickets start at 400 euros, while the final “Prime Seats” tickets will be priced at 2,000 euros.

Germany has historically benefited financially from football tournaments, and Euro 2024 will be no different. The hospitality packages for Europe’s most prominent football fixture are approximately 40% more expensive than those offered at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. 

UEFA aims to generate at least 2.4 billion euros in total revenue from Euro 2024 to replenish its cash reserves, which were impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fans eager to secure their spots for specific match dates can do so between October 3 and 26, even before the full tournament schedule is unveiled. The organizers encourage fans to seize this limited opportunity for tickets on the official website before they run out.

Second Draw

The second draw for tickets will begin on December 2nd, precisely two days after the official draw, which will take place in Hamburg. The 21 places out of 24, along with host Germany (already qualified), will be shortlisted based on automatic qualification in their respective qualifying groups. Tickets for games involving teams that qualify for the playoffs in March will be locked and released only after the three teams are confirmed.

The tickets being locked is primarily because the playoff team fans will know to which bracket their respective team will fall at the tournament’s final stages. 

In such a case, fans from the teams that qualify for the playoffs will miss out on getting the right tickets for their respective match days. 

While fans eagerly await their Euro 2024 tickets, the official sources will be able to satisfy only a handful of them. 

Another open option will be the reseller ticket marketplace, which will act as a lifeline for fans who couldn’t secure their options in the first draw. With ample options, reseller platforms should easily help enthusiastic football fans acquire valuable tickets to the big event in Germany next year.

Euro 2024 – Who Has Qualified?

Germany is the only team officially qualified for the competition as the host nation. Other qualification positions are still up for grabs through ongoing qualifiers, with most of them determined by the end of October. 

Only three teams have a 100% win record in the Euro 2024 qualifying rounds: Scotland, France, and Portugal. However, these nations have yet to be 100% certain of their automatic qualification and have the opportunity to secure their spots during the October international break.

This unbeaten run is an excellent achievement for Scotland as they are set to make a second successive EURO appearance after a steller qualifying.

Teams that fail to secure automatic qualification by finishing in the top two have another chance to make it to the main draw through the playoffs. These playoff spots are not earned through the standard Euro qualifiers but are awarded based on performance in the 2022-23 Nations League.

How do the Playoffs Work? 

Twelve teams will qualify based on their Nations League performance, with group winners from Leagues A, B, and C earning spots. 

If any group winner has already qualified for the Euros, they will be replaced by the next best-ranked team in their league. The four playoff slots are allocated to each league from League C to League A in reverse alphabetical order. 

If fewer than four teams from one league enter the playoffs, the first available slot goes to the best-ranked group winner of League D, Estonia. 

The remaining slots are allocated based on the 2022/23 Nations League rankings, ensuring a fair chance for teams to qualify for Germany 2024.

Missed Opportunity for Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland’s chances of qualifying for Euro 2024 have ended. The team is now officially out of contention. Manager Michael O’Neill views it as a “missed opportunity.”

The team was hopeful when they were drawn into a group with Denmark, Slovenia, Finland, Kazakhstan, and San Marino in Group H. These looked like easy teams for the Northern Ireland side, but their performances on the field were disastrous. 

Their chances have significantly diminished after five consecutive defeats. They are in 5th place, and Slovenia and Denmark will likely qualify from the group. 

In Group F, the fight is still ongoing as Belgium, Austria, and Sweden have an eye for two automatic qualification spots. While it looks like a done deal for Belgium, it is a tough climb for Sweden to make it through with just six points in 5 games. 

O’Neill acknowledges the optimism surrounding the team but believes that they might have fared better with a stronger squad. Despite not being outplayed in many games, they ended up on the losing side too often.