After 36 matches, Euro 2024 has reached the crucial knockout stage, starting with the round of 16 on a thrilling note. Al Jazeera outlines the must-watch matches of this round:

⚽ Germany vs Denmark

Football player warming up on sidelines. When: June 29, 9pm local time (19:00 GMT) Where: BVB Stadion in Dortmund Germany and Denmark will clash in a rematch of the 1992 Euro final, with Germany holding an unbeaten record so far and Denmark looking to replicate their historic win in '92. The Danish team, considered underdogs, will draw inspiration from their past triumph against Germany and will rely on key players like Christian Eriksen to challenge Germany's strong squad.

⚽ France vs Belgium

Football plyer puts ball towards his head. When: July 1, 6pm local time (16:00 GMT) Where: Dusseldorf Arena in Dusseldorf France and Belgium, despite their attacking talent, have struggled to find the net. Both teams need to improve their performance, with France dealing with issues in set pieces and Belgium facing criticism from fans.

⚽ Austria vs Turkey

When: July 2, 9pm local time (19:00 GMT) Where: Leipzig Stadium in Leipzig Austria and Turkey, known for their exciting playstyle, will face off in a thrilling encounter. Austria, the dark horses, will aim to continue their attacking prowess, while Turkey seeks to tighten their defense.

⚽ Portugal vs Slovenia

When: July 1, 9pm local time (19:00 GMT) Where: Frankfurt Arena in Frankfurt Portugal, facing pressure after a recent defeat, will look to regroup against Slovenia. The Slovenians, known for their defensive strategy, pose a challenge with their dangerous counterattacks led by Benjamin Sesko.