Group B: How they stand

If Germany beat Belgium in their last match they will qualify for the final

If Germany beat Belgium in their last match they will qualify for the final. A draw against England will guarantee a third-place play-off spot for the Republic. If Ireland beat England and Germany fail to beat Belgium, the Irish will make it to the final.

P W L F A Pt

Germany 2 ... 1 ... 1 ... 0 ... 6 ... 3 ... 4

Rep of Ire 2 1 ... 0 ... 1 ... 2 ... 4 ... 3

England. 2 ... 0 ... 2 ... 0 ... 4 ... 4 ... 2

Belgium. 2 ... 0 ... 1 ... 1 ... 2 ... 3 ... 1

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