Euro 2020 guide: Key dates, host cities, squad announcements & TV channels

Euro 2020 is so close we can now almost taste it.

We may have been forced to sit tight and twiddle our thumbs for AN ENTIRE YEAR for this beautiful competition, but the wait is almost, almost over.

The rearranged Euro 2020 is just around the corner, and now that domestic football is reaching its business end, we can allow a stray eye to peek towards the summer tournament which is quickly coming into view.

There is so much to know about Euro 2020, and thankfully, 90min have got you covered for all the questions you might be asking yourself ahead of its kick-off this summer.

When are the Euro 2020 squads announced?

Before the tournament even kicks off, we need to know which players will be boarding the (sometimes) metaphorical plane to proudly represent their country in the international tournament.

Plenty of nations have already announced their squads - Germany, France, Belgium and Sweden among those who have confirmed which 26 players are going - and the final deadline to submit to UEFA is Tuesday 1 June.

For those of an England persuasion, that announcement will come at 1pm on Tuesday 25 May, when Gareth Southgate will let the cat out of the bag.

*Keep up with the full squad announcements here.

Which cities will host Euro 2020?

There are 11 cities confirmed to be hosting Euro 2020 this summer.

Amsterdam, Baku, Bucharest, Budapest, Copenhagen, Glasgow, Munich, London, Rome, Seville, and Saint-Petersburg are the chosen locations, having confirmed that they can adhere to the safety restrictions in place due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The semi-finals and final will be held at Wembley in early July.

*Want to know how impressive each stadium is? Here they are, ranked!

Will fans be allowed at Euro 2020?

Another huge question. We all know that football without fans is nothing, so will we get to hear the authentic cheers of supporters in the Euro 2020 stadia? Yes.

UEFA has pushed for countries to allow the entry of fans into stadia this summer, with all 11 hosting cities guaranteeing a certain percentage of supporters.

According to UEFA's official website, Saint Petersburg and Baku have confirmed capacities of 50%, while Budapest is hoping to welcome a 100% full capacity crowd at the Puskas Arena. Amsterdam, Bucharest, Copenhagen, Glasgow, Rome and Seville have guaranteed an attendance of between 25% to 33% of the full capacity, while London's Wembley stadium will be at least 25% full.

Finally, Munich is hoping to fill 22% of the Allianz Stadium, totalling 14,500 spectators in the stands.

When does Euro 2020 start?

So, we know who's going to the Euros, and we know if fans will be allowed to enjoy the tournament with front-row seats. But when does it all begin? Well, scribble 11 June 2021 in your diaries everyone, because that is the day that our competition gets underway.

The first game takes place in Rome, where Group A sides Italy and Turkey go head to head at Stadio Olimpico at 8pm (BST). From then on, there'll be two or three matches every day, as we rattle through the group stages.

When are the big matches in Euro 2020?

Which days do you have to book off work in June, then? Well, everyone wants to catch the opening event between Italy and Turkey, which as mentioned, goes ahead on 11 June. England vs Croatia promises to be a juicy one on 13 June, while Netherlands vs Ukraine is a great way to end that very same day.

Portugal vs France is the main entertainment on 19 June, while only a day later, Italy welcome Wales to Stadio Olimpico. Finally, what better way to end the group stages than with a mouthwatering tie between Portugal and France on 23 June.

The tastiest fixture of them all comes on Tuesday, 15 June, however, when France and Germany go head to head in Group F, AKA - the group of death. Turkey vs Wales on 16 June will set Baku alight, while England's home nations clash with Scotland takes centre stage on 18 June.

When is the Euro 2020 Round of 16?

The group stages end on 23 June, and the players will then be given a two-day rest before the knockout rounds begin on 26 June. The Round of 16 kicks off on the 26th and ends on 29 June, meaning eight games will be played over that four-day period.

When are the Euro 2020 quarter-finals?

For the fortunate teams who manage to survive the group stages and the Round of 16, they will be awarded a two-day break on 30 June and 1 July. Then, the quarter-finals begin. The first quarter-final takes place on 2 July, and there will be two games played on that day.

3 July is the date when the final two quarter-finals will be played, meaning we will know which teams will be heading into the semi-finals by the end of that day.

When are the Euro 2020 semi-finals & when is the final?

After the quarter-finals, the players will be treated to another two-day rest on July 4 and July 5. The following day, we get underway again. July 6 sees the first two semi-finalists go to war, and our second finalists will be confirmed on July 7.

That leaves only the big day, which eventually arrives on Sunday 11 July, when the two finalists battle it out for the special trophy. What an occasion it will be.

Where is the Euro 2020 final being played?

The final is being played at Wembley Stadium in London. So, the main event will be held in London, but that's not the only match that will take place in England's capital city...

How many matches will the UK host?

England is playing host to eight matches, including both semi-finals and as mentioned, the final. Prior to the last dance, Wembley will host three matches from Group D, two Round of 16 clashes, the two semi-finals and then the showpiece final.

Glasgow will also host four matches, three from Group D and a Round of 16 clash on 29 June.

Where do England, Scotland & Wales play in Euro 2020?

The good news for Three Lions' supporters is that all three of England's group matches will be played at Wembley Stadium. And with tickets available at a 25% capacity, you could get yourself into the famous stadium and cheer the lads on in the flesh.

As for Scotland, their clashes with Czech Republic and Croatia will be held on home territory at Hampden Park, while they must travel to Wembley to face England. Wales, on the other hand, face Switzerland and Turkey in Baku, before meeting Italy in Rome.

How to watch Euro 2020 on TV & live stream?

The big question is obviously where can you watch the tournament on TV?

Euro 2020 will, as always, be broadcast on terrestrial channels in the UK. BBC and ITV will share the load, but both will end broadcast the final. Over in the United States, ABC, ESPN and ESPN 2 are your go-to platforms, while live streams will also be broadcast on the ESPN app.