The 2016 UEFA European Championship, commonly Known UEFA Euro 2016 or simply Euro 2016, will be the 15th version of the UEFA EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP, the quadrennial global men's football championship of Europe organized by UEFA. It is planned to be held in France from 10 June to 10 July 2016. Spain is two-time protecting champions. This the 1st Time 24 Teams format is Used in 2016 UEFA European Championship, since 1996 the format of 16 teams were used.