Euro 2024 has kicked off with a bang, delivering thrilling moments, incredible goals, and a slew of broken records. Here are the top 10 records that have already been shattered at Euro 2024, listed from 10 to 1.
10. Fewest Shots in a Game
England versus Serbia will be remembered as one of the most uneventful games in Euros history. With only 11 shots from both sides in the entire 90 minutes, it set a record for the lowest number of shots ever recorded in a single game at the Euros. The xG (expected goals) created in that game was also lower than in every single Premier League game last season.
9. Romania’s Historic Win
Romania stunned Ukraine with a 3-0 victory in the opening game of Group E, marking their biggest win in a major tournament. Remarkably, this victory came with just 29% possession, setting a record for the lowest possession by a winning team in Euros history. Dennis Man provided two assists, becoming the first Romanian to do so in a single game at a major tournament since 1994.
8. Youngest Manager
Julian Nagelsmann managed his first Euros game for Germany against Scotland at just 36 years and 327 days old, making him the youngest manager in Euros history.
7. Youngest Player and Assist Provider
Lamine Yamal made history in Spain’s opening game against Croatia, becoming the youngest player to ever appear in a Euros match at 16 years and 338 days old. He also provided an assist for Dani Carvajal’s goal, making him the youngest player to register an assist in the tournament’s history.
6. Perfect Passing Records
In Denmark’s opening game against Slovenia, Andreas Christensen completed all 89 of his passes, setting a record for the most passes completed with 100% accuracy in a single Euros game. Additionally, Toni Kroos set a record for the best passing accuracy for a player attempting over 100 passes in a single game, completing 101 of his 102 passes against Scotland, achieving a near-perfect 99% pass completion rate.
5. Jude Bellingham’s Triple Feat
Jude Bellingham made history by starting England’s opening game against Serbia, becoming the first European footballer to appear in three major international tournaments before turning 21. He has featured at Euro 2020, the 2022 World Cup, and now Euro 2024 at just 20 years and 353 days old. Bellingham also scored the only goal of the game, becoming the first player to score for England at both the Euros and the World Cup while playing club football outside England.
4. Biggest Opening Game Victory
Hosts Germany delivered a resounding 5-1 victory over Scotland in the tournament’s opening game, marking the biggest win ever recorded in an opening game of the Euros. This match also saw Germany achieve their widest margin of victory in Euros history.
3. Oldest Player
Pepe started Portugal’s opening game against Czechia at 41 years and 113 days old, making him the oldest player to ever appear in Euros history. He contributed to his team’s victory in this remarkable milestone.
2. Fastest Goal Ever
In the match between Italy and Albania, Nedim Bajrami opened the scoring after just 23 seconds. This goal became the fastest ever scored in the history of the Euros. Although Albania eventually lost the game 2-1, Bajrami’s record-breaking goal was a standout moment.
1. Youngest Player and Assist Provider
Lamine Yamal made history when he faced Croatia in Spain’s opening game, becoming the youngest player to ever appear in a Euros match at 16 years and 338 days old. Yamal didn’t stop there; he provided an assist for Dani Carvajal’s goal just before halftime, making him the youngest player to ever register an assist in the tournament’s history.
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