
She was there to cheer on her footballer beau as he and his Spanish teammates romped to victory over Croatia and the Republic of Ireland.But Shakira is not a woman to drop her life for her man and it was back to business for the singer today - even though it meant missing Gerard Pique's Euro 2012 quarter-final.The Colombian pop star was snapped in Barcelona in Spain yesterda... Full Story »
PLAYMAKER ... midfielder Mesut OzilCAN THEY BE BEATEN?THEY can, but it would need the performance of a lifetime from the Italians. Germany are a better team now than when they finished third in the 2010 World Cup, while Italy are always suspect when it comes to temperament and still a work in progress for boss Cesare Prandelli. The Germans are supremely confident in their ow... Full Story »
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has leapt to the defence of Robin van Persie after seeing the striker widely criticised for his displays at Euro 2012.Van Persie headed into this summer's European Championship on the back of a sparkling domestic campaign which saw him claim the Premier League's golden boot.He was expected to spearhead Holland's charge for continental glory, but wa... Full Story »
Keeper thought it was going to be England's nightJoe Hart: Goalkeeper thought it was going to be England's night against ItalyJoe Hart admits he thought it was going to be England's night against Italy after expressing his disappointment at the team's elimination from Euro 2012.England had ridden their luck at times in the group phase, but won two of their three games t... Full Story »
Wayne Rooney: England striker says the players are gutted after losing to Italy at Euro 2012Wayne Rooney revealed it is a 'horrible feeling' after England were knocked out of Euro 2012 by Italy in a penalty shoot-out.Following a 0-0 draw in the quarter-final in Kiev, striker Rooney had put England 2-1 ahead in the shoot-out following Riccardo Montolivo's miss.However, Ashle... Full Story »
Italy coach feels quarter-final success over England was deservedCesare Prandelli: Italy coach wants to celebrate the win over England before focusing on GermanyCesare Prandelli admits Germany are 'favourites' to win the Euro 2012 semi-final after praising Italy's 'deserved' win over England.Italy set up a last-four showdown with Germany on Thursday after beating England 4-... Full Story »
FAB THREE ... Barca star Cesc Fabregas is chasing a third major tournament triumphCESC FABREGAS dubbed Spain’s semi-final with neighbours Portugal as the El Clasico of Euro 2012.The ex-Arsenal star believes that Portugal’s style mirrors Real Madrid’s counter-attacking style — using the explosive pace of Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani.Champions Spain use Barcelona’s passin... Full Story »
Les Bleus boss to discuss his role with FFF presidentLaurent Blanc: Has spent two years in charge of the French national sideFrance coach Laurent Blanc, who has been linked with the vacant managerial post at Tottenham, is due to meet with French Football Federation (FFF) bosses to discuss his future. Blanc has been in charge of the French national side since 2010, when h... Full Story »
Azzurri midfielder in confident mood ahead of quarter-final clashAndrea Pirlo: Confident Italy can see off England and reach the semi-finals of Euro 2012Andrea Pirlo has labelled England 'very predictable' ahead of Italy's Euro 2012 quarter-final showdown with the Three Lions.Sunday's encounter at Kiev's Olympic Stadium is expected to be a tight affair, with both sides havin... Full Story »
Portugal defender in confident mood ahead of Spain clashJoao Pereira: Believes Portugal are capable of toppling SpainJoao Pereira claims Portugal have no reason to feel inferior to Spain ahead of their Euro 2012 semi-final, with both sides capable of going all the way.Two sides loaded with potential match-winners will go head-to-head on Wednesday in a contest which promises t... Full Story »Hot News
| Rank | Team | W/D/L | Pts |
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The Top 3 Teams of Previous Tournaments
| Year | Winners | Runner-up | Third place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Spain | Germany | Russia / Turkey |
| 2004 | Greece | Portugal | Netherlands / Czech Republic |
| 2000 | France | Italy | Netherlands / Portugal |
| 1996 | Germany | Czech Republic | France / England |
| 1992 | Denmark | Germany | Netherlands / Sweden |
| 1988 | Netherlands | Soviet Union | Italy / West Germany |
| 1984 | France | Spain | Denmark / Portugal |
| 1980 | West Germany | Belgium | Czechoslovakia |
| 1976 | Czechoslovakia | West Germany | Netherlands |
| 1972 | West Germany | Soviet Union | Belgium |
| 1968 | Italy | Yugoslavia | England |
| 1964 | Spain | Soviet Union | Hungary |
| 1960 | Soviet Union | Yugoslavia | Czechoslovakia |