Group E of

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and Sweden. Italy was the only former European champion in this group, having won in

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. Matches were played from 13 to 22 June 2016.

Teams

Notes

Standings

In the

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, *The winner of Group E, Italy, advanced to play the runner-up of Group D,

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. *The runner-up of Group E, Belgium, advanced to play the winner of Group F,

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. *The third-placed team of Group E, Republic of Ireland, advanced as one of the four best third-placed teams to play the winner of

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Matches

Republic of Ireland vs Sweden

Belgium vs Italy

Italy vs Sweden

Belgium vs Republic of Ireland

Italy vs Republic of Ireland

Sweden vs Belgium

References

External links

UEFA Euro 2016 Group E
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