Euro 2024 will continue with the larger squad size introduced during the new Crown Pneumonia (COVID-19) pandemic, a welcome adjustment for many teams.
Initially, UEFA planned to expand the size of the squad from 23 to 26 players at Euro 2024. This change was also seen at the 2022 World Cup and UEFA seems inclined to continue the trend.
Despite initial plans to revert to the original 23-player format at Euro 2024, national team coaches have actively lobbied UEFA to retain the expanded 26-player squad. They argued that this would help meet the challenges posed by the tight schedule, the frequency of matches and factors such as injuries and fatigue.
This decision will provide the team with greater depth and substitution options to help with unpredictable situations. It will also be able to give more players a chance to be involved in the game, adding to the intensity and spectacle of the game.
As a result, Euro 2024 will continue to be played with an expanded 26-player squad, providing fans with an even more exciting tournament experience.
