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JUST IN: Why there is no third-place play-off match for Euro 2024

Tuesday night’s stunning 2-1 victory over France by Spain guaranteed them a spot in the final. Les Bleus have so ended their involvement in the competition.

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UEFA decided against holding a third-place play-off for Euro 2024.

Players, coaches, and spectators would all rather be in the championship game, and the third-place playoff is frequently seen as the one they don’t want to be in. A bronze medal is awarded for winning, but there aren’t many further benefits.

The losing semi-finalists from this year will not compete in Germany. Following the 1980 tournament, UEFA first eliminated the third-place playoff due to a decline in attendance and broadcast ratings.

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Tuesday night’s stunning 2-1 victory over France by Spain guaranteed them a spot in the final. Les Bleus have so ended their involvement in the competition.

The other semi-final will feature England against the Netherlands, with the winner set to face Spain in Sunday’s final.

The third-place match has not been a part of the Euros since 1980, when Czechoslovakia defeated hosts Italy 9-8 on penalties following a 1-1 draw.

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