UEFA Approves 26-Man Squads for Euro 2024, Enhancing Team Selection Options

The decision allows national teams like England and Scotland to manage player fatigue better and address injury concerns during the tournament.

UEFA's national competitions committee voted to increase squad sizes from 23 to 26 players for this summer's European Championship.
The expansion, initially introduced during the COVID-disrupted 2021 tournament, is likely to be ratified by UEFA's executive committee this week.
England manager Gareth Southgate, among others, advocated for the change to alleviate the physical demands on players.
The larger squad size benefits players with fitness doubts, such as England's Luke Shaw, and offers opportunities for fringe players.
The decision is part of a broader trend to adapt tournament regulations to the growing demands of international football schedules.