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With Group E still hanging in the balance, the final day of group matches in EURO 2024 could include an intriguing story twist.
Slovakia and Romania are engaged in a 1-1 draw, while Ukraine's match with Belgium remains goalless.
With little under 20 minutes left in both games, this is how things are presently expected to end:
Group E's current situation at halftime:
1. Romania (4 points)
2. Belgium (4 points).
3. Slovakia (4 points)
4. Ukraine (4 points).
Despite having more points than third-placed Hungary, Ukraine was eliminated. 🫠
1. Romania (4 points)
2. Belgium (4 points).
3. Slovakia (4 points)
4. Ukraine (4 points).
Despite having more points than third-placed Hungary, Ukraine was eliminated. 🫠
Another possible wrinkle is that teams could be bumped up or down based on their respective disciplinary histories.
Denmark finished second in Group C on Tuesday because they received fewer yellow cards than Slovenia, despite being tied on points and goal difference.
Denmark finished second in Group C on Tuesday because they received fewer yellow cards than Slovenia, despite being tied on points and goal difference.
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