Why is Euro 2020 being played in multiple countries?
Romes Stadio Olimpico (AFP via Getty Images)  Its the European Championships but not quite as we know it with matches taking place across 11 countries and venues this summer. The zany idea was conceived by Uefa president Michel Platini in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the competition, which would normally be held across multiple cities in a single host country. The coronavirus pandemic forced the tournament to be postponed last year and later caused two of the original host cities, Dublin and Bilbao, to give up their fixtures. With restrictions still in place across a number of the host countries, capacities will be limited at most venues, although this will vary from city to city and is subject to change during the tournament. Each city will host at least three group stage fixtures and a knockout match, with Wembley holding both semi-finals and the final on 11 June. Romes Stadio Olimpico will stage the opening match of the tournament between Italy and Turkey on Friday. Here is every host city and stadium being used to stage games ahead of the 11 June kick off. Vote for your starting XI in our commenting poll