The road to European glory is officially mapped out. Following Friday’s draw, which was held at the beautiful Primate’s palace in Bratislava, the groups for the EMF EURO 2026 have been confirmed, setting up several exciting clashes for next summer’s championship.
A total of 24 national teams were divided into six groups (A–F), each containing four teams. The tournament will bring together established minifootball powerhouses and ambitious challengers in what promises to be one of the most competitive editions yet.
Group A
Hosts Slovakia headline Group A and will face Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and Greece. With home support behind them, Slovakia will aim to start strongly, but the group offers no easy fixtures.
Group B
Bulgaria, Czechia, Portugal, and Israel form a balanced Group B. Portugal’s technical quality meets the discipline of Central and Eastern European sides, making this one of the most unpredictable sections.
Group C
A heavyweight battle awaits in Group C, where Serbia, Ukraine, Belgium, and Türkiye go head-to-head. This group could deliver some of the tournament’s most intense and high-level encounters.
Group D
Former champions Romania lead Group D, joined by Georgia, England, and Spain. With traditional football nations in the mix, this group blends experience and attacking flair.
Group E
Kazakhstan, Hungary, Poland, and Slovenia make up Group E. Kazakhstan’s recent strong performances on the European stage add extra intrigue to this evenly matched quartet.
Group F
Group F features Azerbaijan, France, Italy, and Austria. With multiple technically gifted teams, this group promises fast-paced and tactically sharp contests.
The top two teams from each group, along with the four best third-placed teams, will advance to the knockout stage.With the draw complete, anticipation is already building in Bratislava. The countdown to EMF EURO 2026 has truly begun. Do not miss the chance to see some great football moments and purchase your tickets right now here.