Category Archives: Euro Championship

2008 Winner: SPAIN !!!

Posted on June 30, 2008 by

After 90 minutes of nerve-wrecking football, Spain was crowned the winner, the first time in 44 years. They beat Germany 1-0 and the single goal wiped out Germany’s dream to lift up the Henry Delaunay trophy. The single goal was … Continue reading →

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2008 Semifinal: Spain Muted Russia 3-0

Posted on June 27, 2008 by

Spain muted Russia 3-0, and it was Cesc Fabregas’ night. He went in to substitute David Villa, Spain’s top scorer, at minute 34 and Luis Aragones should be happy – very happy – with this decision. Fabregas assisted 2 of … Continue reading →

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2008 Semifinal: When Schweinsteiger Scores, Germany don’t Lose

Posted on June 27, 2008 by

That’s what the commentator said when Bastian Schweinsteiger scored against Turkey in the 26th minute into the semifinal. And true enough, Germany were too strong for Turkey, although Turkey did put up a good fight, and scored the opening goal. … Continue reading →

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2008 Quarterfinals – The Russians Outplayed the Dutch

Posted on June 22, 2008 by

Today is yet again another sad day for me, because another team of my support failed to go to Euro 2008 semifinal. After Portugal’s loss a couple of days ago, I put all my hopes into the Dutch team. And … Continue reading →

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Euro 1988-2004 – Some Wonderful Memories

Posted on June 21, 2008 by

Euro Championship is one of the most fascinating event in the world, too bad it only happens once every four years. My first memory of Euro Championship is Euro 1988 in West Germany, when the Netherlands won with their fantastic … Continue reading →

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2008 Quarterfinals – A bad day for Portugal

Posted on June 21, 2008 by

I was contented when Portugal became the first team qualified for Euro 2008 quarterfinal. They played really well against Czech Republic and Turkey, and I had no doubt that they would go to the next round. Little could I guess that … Continue reading →

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