Preparatory actions for UEFA EURO 2024 in Düsseldorf are being initiated
Get Ready to Roar: UEFA EURO 2024 is Coming to Düsseldorf!
Kick-off your Euro excitement, 'cause Düsseldorf is one of the ten host cities for the UEFA EURO 2024 tournament!
Mark your calendars, people! From June 14 to July 14, 2024, the Merkur Spiel-Arena in Düsseldorf will be buzzing with spirit as it hosts five matches of the biggest football extravaganza on the continent. Here's a sneak peek at what's in store:
🇹🇷🇬🇪 Match Schedule in Düsseldorf:
- Monday, June 17, 2024: Group D, first round
- Friday, June 21, 2024: Group E, first round
- Monday, June 24, 2024: Group B, first round
- Monday, July 1, 2024: Round of 16
- Saturday, July 6, 2024: Quarter-finals
The exact teams facing off will be known after the December 2023 tournament group draw. Germany, as the host, is already booked a spot. The remaining final round participants will be determined through the "European Qualifiers" from March to November 2023 and the playoffs in March 2024.
Party Central: Fan Zones and Entertainment
Prepare yourself for an astonishing variety of entertainment zones that will transform Düsseldorf into a colossal playground for football fans. Here's a rundown:
- Football Village on Burgplatz: Home to public viewings on all match days, along with an exhilarating stage program featuring local artists.
- Untere Rheinwerft: A classic public viewing zone for games of the German national team and matches in Düsseldorf.
- Fan Village on Gustaf Gründgens Platz: Enviably located next to the Schauspielhaus, offering local artists and the Schauspielhaus ensemble performances, plus evening illuminations.
Düsseldorf will manage these fan zones, promoting sustainability by implementing a reusable dishware system and offering free drinking water. The city will also encourage fans to walk to the stadium, making it an unforgettable journey. The Rhine metro will run with increased capacity to handle the influx of fans.
Volunteers Needed!
Powering an event of this magnitude is a colossal task, and official helpers are essential. The German host cities have coordinated a joint volunteer program for stadium and city events. Volunteers will receive equipment, catering, and free public transport use. A total of 1,600 volunteers are needed in Düsseldorf, with 450 working in the city and 1,150 at the stadium. The Maxhaus on Schulstraße will serve as a central hub for volunteers to rest, socialize, and recharge.
One Year To Go!
On June 17, 2023, Düsseldorf will celebrate the start of the countdown to the tournament with a family festival on the market square in front of the town hall. Expect a stage program, panel discussions, and sporting activities, all culminating in recruiting more volunteers.
Rectifying the Cash Flow
Total planning costs for hosting the UEFA EURO 2024 in Düsseldorf amount to 20.51 million euros. Around 6.8 million euros will go toward security and mobility, while fan zones are estimated to cost approximately six million euros. Potential revenues, including catering profits, sponsorship agreements, and subsidies, haven't been quantified yet. The Düsseldorf City Council is scheduled to discuss further event organization details at their May 17 meeting.
Stay tuned for more updates on EURO 2024! Let's make Düsseldorf's tournament the wildest, most unforgettable football party ever!
🔎 Enrichment Data: A Hint of What's to Come
UEFA EURO 2024 will feature national teams from across Europe, with Turkey, Georgia, Portugal, Czechia, and Montenegro amongst the participants either in qualifying or early tournament stages. Other European powers like England and France will also participate, joining host Germany in the tournament. Keep an eye out for team announcements and the full match schedule on UEFA’s official website or EURO 2024’s communications.
Gear up for an exciting sports season, as Düsseldorf prepares to host several football matches during the UEFA EURO 2024 tournament. From June 17 to July 6, 2024, football fans can immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the Merkur Spiel-Arena, where they can witness matches from groups D, E, and B, as well as the Round of 16 and Quarter-finals.
