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Euro 2024: Why There Is No Third-Place Play-Off Match

Idongesit Udoewah

There will be no third-place play-off in Euro 2024, as UEFA has scrapped it.

The third-place playoff is often considered as the game no one wants to be a part of, with all players, coaches, and spectators preferring to be in the final. Although winning includes a bronze medal, there is little extra to earn.

This year's losing semi-finalists will be excused from the contest in Germany. UEFA initially abolished the third-place playoff after the 1980 tournament due to declining television ratings and attendance.

Spain advanced to the final after defeating France 2-1 on Tuesday night. As a result, Les Bleus have ended their participation in the tournament.

The Euros have not had a third-place match since 1980, when Czechoslovakia upset hosts Italy 9-8 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

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