Euro Cup 2024: Germany vs. Denmark Pre-Quarterfinal Match Overview

Match Details:

• Fixture: Germany vs. Denmark
• Stage: Pre-Quarterfinal (Round of 16)
• Date and Time: June 30, 12:30 AM IST
• Venue: BVB Stadion Dortmund, Germany

Current Match Status:

• 53rd Minute: Germany leads 1-0 after Kai Havertz successfully converts a penalty.
• 46th Minute: Denmark is in disarray following the disallowance of Joachim Andersen’s goal due to an offside call after a VAR review.
• Suspension: The match has been suspended due to adverse weather conditions (thunderstorms and heavy rain) in Dortmund. UEFA will announce the resumption schedule in due course.

Background and Build-Up:

• Germany’s Journey: Germany topped Group A with victories over Scotland and Hungary, and a draw with Switzerland.
• Denmark’s Journey: Denmark drew all its group matches against Slovenia, England, and Serbia.

Probable Starting XI:

• Germany:
  • GK: Manuel Neuer
  • Defenders: Nico Schlotterbeck, David Raum, Antonio Rüdiger (possibly replaced by Waldemar Anton due to injury), Joshua Kimmich
  • Midfielders: Robert Andrich, Ilkay Gundogan, Toni Kroos, Jamal Musiala
  • Forwards: Leroy Sane, Niclas Füllkrug
• Denmark:
  • GK: Kasper Schmeichel
  • Defenders: Alexander Bah, Jannik Vestergaard, Joachim Andersen, Andreas Christensen
  • Midfielders: Joakim Maehle, Christian Nørgaard, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, Jonas Wind
  • Forwards: Christian Eriksen, Rasmus Højlund

Key Stats and Notes:

• Germany’s Defense Adjustments: Due to a one-game suspension for Jonathan Tah and a hamstring injury for Antonio Rüdiger, Nico Schlotterbeck is set to replace Tah, while Waldemar Anton could make his first Euro 2024 appearance if Rüdiger can’t play.
• Denmark’s Midfield Changes: Midfielder Morten Hjulmand is suspended after receiving two yellow cards, with Thomas Delaney likely to replace him.
• Rest Advantage: Germany had six days of rest between its last group game and this match, with coach Julian Nagelsmann giving players a day off with their families. Denmark had two fewer days to rest.
• Milestone Appearances:
  • Kai Havertz is on course to make his 50th appearance for Germany, having started all games so far at Euro 2024.
  • Joshua Kimmich can play his 90th international game.
  • Niclas Füllkrug, a Borussia Dortmund player, has scored 13 goals in 19 games for Germany and is expected to receive strong support from the local crowd.
• Historical Record: Denmark hasn’t beaten Germany since 2007. Three of their last four encounters have ended in draws, with the most recent being a 1-1 draw in a Euro 2020 warm-up match.

Here are 20 important MCQs with answers based on the provided topic:

1.Who is leading the Euro Cup 2024 pre-quarterfinal match between Germany and Denmark as of the 53rd minute?

A. Germany
B. Denmark
C. Match is tied
D. Match has not started

Answer: A. Germany

2.Which player successfully converted a penalty for Germany in the 53rd minute?

A. Toni Kroos
B. Leroy Sane
C. Kai Havertz
D. Niclas Füllkrug

Answer: C. Kai Havertz

3.Why was Joachim Andersen’s goal disallowed for Denmark?

A. Foul play
B. Offside after VAR review
C. Handball
D. Goalkeeper interference

Answer: B. Offside after VAR review

4.Why was the match between Germany and Denmark suspended?

A. Player injury
B. Technical issues
C. Adverse weather conditions
D. Crowd trouble

Answer: C. Adverse weather conditions

5.Which venue is hosting the Germany vs. Denmark pre-quarterfinal match?

A. Allianz Arena
B. BVB Stadion Dortmund
C. Olympiastadion
D. Signal Iduna Park

Answer: B. BVB Stadion Dortmund

6.Who is the goalkeeper for Germany in this match?

A. Kevin Trapp
B. Marc-André ter Stegen
C. Manuel Neuer
D. Bernd Leno

Answer: C. Manuel Neuer

7.Which defender might replace Antonio Rüdiger due to injury for Germany?

A. Mats Hummels
B. Niklas Süle
C. Robin Gosens
D. Waldemar Anton

Answer: D. Waldemar Anton

8.Which Danish player is suspended for the pre-quarterfinal match against Germany?

A. Christian Eriksen
B. Joakim Maehle
C. Morten Hjulmand
D. Thomas Delaney

Answer: C. Morten Hjulmand

9.How many days of rest did Germany have between its last group game and the pre-quarterfinal match?

A. Four days
B. Five days
C. Six days
D. Seven days

Answer: C. Six days

10.Which milestone appearance is Kai Havertz set to achieve in this match?

A. 40th appearance
B. 50th appearance
C. 60th appearance
D. 70th appearance

Answer: B. 50th appearance

11.Who is Germany’s head coach during Euro Cup 2024?

A. Hansi Flick
B. Joachim Löw
C. Julian Nagelsmann
D. Jürgen Klopp

Answer: C. Julian Nagelsmann

12.Which German player has scored 13 goals in 19 games for Germany and is expected to receive strong support from the local crowd?

A. Thomas Müller
B. Kai Havertz
C. Niclas Füllkrug
D. Timo Werner

Answer: C. Niclas Füllkrug

13.What is the historical record of Denmark against Germany since 2007?

A. Denmark has won all matches
B. Denmark has not beaten Germany
C. All matches ended in a draw
D. Denmark has won half of the matches

Answer: B. Denmark has not beaten Germany

14.Which player might replace Morten Hjulmand in the Danish midfield?

A. Christian Eriksen
B. Joakim Maehle
C. Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
D. Thomas Delaney

Answer: D. Thomas Delaney

15.Which of the following players is set to make his 90th international appearance for Germany?

A. Ilkay Gundogan
B. Joshua Kimmich
C. Toni Kroos
D. Leroy Sane

Answer: B. Joshua Kimmich

16.Which country’s ambassadorial post did Waldemar Anton hold?

A. France
B. Italy
C. Belgium
D. None of the above

Answer: D. None of the above

17.Who is the goalkeeper for Denmark in this match?

A. Jonas Lössl
B. Frederik Rønnow
C. Kasper Schmeichel
D. Peter Schmeichel

Answer: C. Kasper Schmeichel

18.How many yellow cards did Morten Hjulmand receive leading to his suspension?

A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four

Answer: B. Two

19.Who officiated the handover ceremony of ambulances and school buses to Nepal?

A. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
B. Finance Minister Barshaman Pun
C. Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava
D. None of the above

Answer: C. Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava

20.What is the significant event that marked the 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvan Mahotsav?

A. Launch of a new religious text
B. Commemoration of a historic battle
C. Tribute to Bhagwan Mahaveer’s teachings
D. Inauguration of a new temple

Answer: C. Tribute to Bhagwan Mahaveer’s teachings