At EURO 2024, the situation in Group E following the third round was highly dramatic and unpredictable. After playing out the final matches, Romania, Belgium, and Slovakia advanced to the playoffs, leaving Ukraine behind on goal difference.
In the last matches of the third round, none of the teams in Group E could claim victory. Slovakia and Romania ended in a 1-1 draw, while Belgium and Ukraine concluded the game with a scoreless tie. These outcomes were acceptable for all participants except Ukraine, who required a victory to qualify for the next round.
Following the third round of games, all four teams in Group F accumulated 4 points, but goal difference proved crucial. Romania secured the top spot, Belgium finished second, Slovakia came third, and Ukraine was relegated to fourth place. This marked a historic achievement for Ukraine as it became the first team in EURO history to fail to advance despite scoring 4 points in the group stage.Ukraine's journey at EURO 2024 came to an end after a disappointing defeat to Romania in the opening match. Despite a bright victory over Slovakia and a tough battle with Belgium, Sergei Rebrov's young squad finished their run at the tournament. However, their performance gives hope for the future and demonstrates the potential of the team.
Romania, who drew 1-1 with Slovakia, are advancing to the European Championship playoffs for the first time in 24 years. The match was full of emotion, struggle, and opportunity for both teams, and confident play inspires optimism ahead of the next stages of the competition.
Belgium, who also drew with Ukraine, qualify for the playoffs in second place in their group. Although they were expected to play for first place, they secured a comfortable path to the next round by securing four points. In the round of 16, they will face France in an exciting matchup.
Slovakia also secured four points and advance to the playoffs in third place.
GROUP E, EURO 2024:
1. Romania - 4 points
2. Belgium - 4 points
3. Slovakia - 4 points
4. Ukraine - 4 point
