Ukraine First Team to Miss Euro 2024 Last 16 Despite Same Points as Romania, Belgium, and Slovakia
In a dramatic turn of events at Euro 2024, Ukraine became the first team to miss out on the last 16 despite finishing the group stage with the same number of points as Romania, Belgium, and Slovakia. The Group E showdown ended with all four teams tied on four points, but it was Romania, Belgium, and Slovakia who advanced based on their superior goal records. Belgium secured their place in the last 16 after a goalless draw with Ukraine, a match that left Ukrainian players and fans devastated. Belgium's captain, Kevin De Bruyne, urged his teammates not to applaud the supporters at the final whistle in Stuttgart, as boos and jeers filled the stadium. Belgium's coach, Domenico Tedesco, acknowledged the fans' dissatisfaction but emphasized the importance of qualifying for the next round. Belgium will now face France in the knockout stage, finding themselves on a challenging side of the draw with powerhouses Germany, Spain, and Portugal. Romania topped the group after a 1-1 d
