Group C culminates in Munich, as Denmark face Serbia in a game that has potential to become a remarkable European Championship classic.
In their previous Euro 2024 encounter, Denmark picked up a brilliant point, as they dominated England in Frankfurt last week. More of the same will be needed from Kasper Hjulmand's men as they look to secure their place in the round of sixteen.
The Serbia camp have experienced a whole different story during Euro 2024 thus far. Serbia faced England in their tournament opener and succumbed to a narrow defeat after outperforming Gareth Southgate. In their second game, the Serbs looked to be down and out but, Luka Jović saved the day with a 95th minute equaliser.
On their return to Munich on Tuesday night, Serbia must win to give themselves a chance of staying in the competition.
Denmark and Serbia have had three previous meetings with each other, which all resulted in victories for De Rød-Hvide - who have scored eight and conceded just one against their upcoming opponents.
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Team news
Denmark
Anderlecht midfielder Thomas Delaney, who missed Thursday nights draw with England through illness, should be given the green light to make a comeback into the squad.
Despite his return, it's highly unlikely he'll be able to displace the formidable pairing of Morten Hjulmand and Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, who are in the form of their life right now.
Delaney is the only concern for Kasper Hjulmand's side, who have to manage Kasper Hjulmand, Christian Nørgaard, Joakim Mæhle and Jannik Vestergaard - all are just one yellow card away from suspension.
Serbia
Serbia have just the one man unavailable with Filip Kostić sidelined after picking up a knee injury, although it may not be as bad as first feared.
Initially, it was reported his tournament was over, however he is still with the squad at their base camp, and will be working on a return in the event that his nation pull of a miracle and reach the knockout stage.
Manager Dragan Stojković is yet to find his best lineup, having failed to win in both group games with Aleksander Mitrović and Dušan Vlahović up front. The former has been poor, missing three 'big chances' across the opening two games.
Mitrović's blip in front of goal could see Luka Jović handed a start. The former Real Madrid striker came off the bench to net an equaliser in the sixth minute of injury time against Slovenia on Sunday. A decision will also have to be made in midfield, as Sergej Milinković-Savić was dropped to the bench to make way for Dušan Tadić last time out.
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Likely lineups
Denmark: Schmeichel (GK); Andersen, Christensen, Vestergaard; Kristiansen, Hjulmand, Højbjerg, Mæhle; Eriksen; Højlund, Wind.
Serbia: Rajković (GK); Veljković, Milenković, Pavlović; Živković, Ilić, Lukić, Mladenović; Tadić; Jovic; Mitrović.
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Key Players
Denmark - Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder has been immense in both of Denmark's matches - including a Player of the Match display against England last time out.
In that 1-1 draw against the pre-tournament favourites, Højbjerg was the best player on the pitch as ran the show, dictated the tempo of the tie and took the game by storm helping Denmark secure a valuable point.
His nation has not quite overcome the first hurdle of the competition - navigating their way out of Group C - but are within touching distance of getting one step closer to matching their history Euro 2020 campaign.
Serbia are yet to win, but need to find a way to do so in order to secure their stay in Germany for another week, at the minimum. The tough-tackling midfielder, who occupies more advanced roles for Denmark, can be crucial to securing a victory as his side look to safely reach knockout football.
Serbia - Dušan Tadić
The Fenerbahçe striker and national team captain will have to be at his absolute best if his country are to stand a chance of qualifying for the Round of Sixteen in Munich on Tuesday.
A shock omission from the lineup in their inaugural game of the tournament, Tadić was recalled by his manager for the second game.
The forward has hit the back of the net on sixteen occasions on the club stage in he 2023/24 season, and could be a valuable asset for Serbia if they're to find a way to scrape through.
However, he was uninspiring as his country narrowly avoided defeat against minnows Slovenia in Munich.
Returning to Bavaria in a crunch tie, his side need their captain more than ever, as he attempts to rally his troops and defy the odds, with Serbia - who are bottom - looking to qualify for the round of sixteen.
If selected, the former Southampton man has the chance to spur his team onto victory, laughing in the face of those who doubted him earlier in the tournament.
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Permutations
With this fixture being the last of the three group stage matches, there is a lot at stake for both nations in this clash.
Denmark
A win for Kasper Hjulmand's side will see them secure automatic qualification to the round of sixteen, regardless of results elsewhere. They could also finish first with this result, if England fail to beat Slovenia.
A draw would be enough to secure automatic qualification if Slovenia lose against England, but if both games were to end in a draw, the second place spot in Group C will be decided between Denmark and Slovenia on goals scored, which is currently tied at two a piece.
A loss will see Serbia leapfrog Denmark, meaning De Rød-Hvide would most likely be knocked out of the competition, failing to qualify as one of the four best third placed nations.
Serbia
Victory in Munich would see Serbia complete a miracle and reach the last sixteen regardless of results elsewhere. They would finish second if Slovenia fail to beat England.
Anything less than a win will confirm elimination for Dragan Stojković's side.
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Match details
Where is the game being played?
This tie will take place at the Munich Football Arena, the home of Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich, which has space for 66,000 spectators.
What time is kick off?
Kick off for this tie has been set for 20:00 BST.
How can I watch?
For viewers in the United Kingdom, this fixture is live on ITV4, with coverage commencing from 18:45 BST.
