The tournament was postponed to summer 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the name UEFA Euro 2020 and host venues were retained. Alongside special rules regarding COVID-19, UEFA also allowed more substitutions and implemented video assistant referee (VAR) for the first time.

With the most goals per game in a European Championship since the introduction of the group stage, and only two goalless games, the tournament was well received by fans and commentators. The refereeing style was also praised, with a conservative use of VAR and quick decisions made on the pitch.