Where to watch Euro 2024 matches in the UK?

The UEFA European Championship is set to take place this summer from June 14 to July 14.

The distinguished tournament will feature 24 national teams from Europe competing over four weeks, with Germany hosting and starting against Scotland in the opening match.

All 51 matches from the tournament will be broadcast live on terrestrial TV and online platforms.

Football enthusiasts in the UK will be eagerly watching as their respective teams compete for glory.

A comprehensive overview of the Euro 2024 TV coverage, schedule, channels, and streaming details is presented by The Sporting News.

How to watch Euro 2024 matches in the UK?

In the UK, the BBC and ITV/STV will jointly hold the broadcast rights for the UEFA European Championship in Germany, a tradition seen in recent major international tournaments.

Matches from the European Championship will be aired live on the main channels of BBC and ITV for free. Additionally, viewers can catch the action on BBC iPlayer and ITVX, ensuring they don’t miss any part of the excitement even while on the move.

The BBC is slated to air England’s initial two games against Serbia and Denmark, while ITV will broadcast their crucial final Group C match against Slovenia, as well as any last-16 game with England and any semifinals.

The BBC will cover any quarterfinal matches featuring England, while both channels will share the broadcast of the final match.

The opening game of the tournament between Scotland and hosts Germany will be shown on ITV, with subsequent Group A matches of Scotland against Switzerland and Hungary being broadcasted on the BBC.

How to access Euro 2024 matches on BBC and ITV in the UK?

• Dates: Friday, June 14 – Sunday, July 14
• TV channels: BBC One, ITV (STV in Scotland)
• Streaming options: BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport Website, ITVX (STV Player in Scotland)

The BBC’s coverage is expected to include Gary Lineker as the main anchor, supported by presenters like Gabby Logan, Mark Chapman, and Alex Scott.

Commentary for BBC matches will likely be provided by familiar voices such as Guy Mowbray and Steve Wilson, with analysis from former players including Dion Dublin, Jermaine Jenas, and others.

ITV, on the other hand, is yet to confirm its team for Euro 2024 coverage but could feature Mark Pougatch, Laura Woods, and Seema Jaswal as presenters, along with commentators like Sam Matterface and Clive Tyldesley.

Punditry duties might be handled by former players like Ian Wright, Roy Keane, and Gary Neville, while co-commentary could include Lee Dixon, John Hartson, and Ally McCoist.

Euro 2024 TV schedule in the UK

Group Stage

Matchday 1

Date	Time (BST)	Group	Match	TV Channel/Streaming
Friday, June 14, 2024	8 p.m.	Group A	Germany vs. Scotland	ITV1, ITVX
Saturday, June 15, 2024…