UEFA has confirmed that nations participating in this summer’s European Championship will be allowed to name a 26-man squad.
England boss Gareth Southgate, Scotland manager Steve Clarke and their continental counterparts were preparing to return to the 23-man squad for the tournament in Germany, after extended groups were allowed at Euro 2020 due to the coronavirus. To help deal with the knock-out effects of the pandemic. .
The 2022 World Cup also featured a 26-man squad as it was held in winter.
The issue was discussed by coaches at a workshop for finalists last month before the proposal was presented to UEFA’s national team competitions committee and then its executive committee.
UEFA have now confirmed their decision to stick with the increased squad size this summer.
A statement issued on Friday said: “UEFA’s Executive Committee has today decided to increase the squad size of the teams participating in the upcoming Euro 2024 to 26 from the original quota of 23 players. go
“The addition does not represent the responsibility of the participating national associations.
“According to competition regulations, teams must provide UEFA with a list of a minimum of 23 players and a maximum of 26 players by the June 7 deadline.”
The move is likely to be welcomed by Southgate and Clarke as they fine-tune their preparations.
Scotland will open the tournament against hosts Germany in Munich on June 14.
Credit : www.independent.co.uk
