Torres ends the pain as Spain win 1-0
2008-06-30 06:27:39
Spain finally ended their 44-year wait for a trophy when Fernando Torres's exquisite first-half goal gave them a deserved 1-0 victory over Germany in a fast and furious Euro 2008 final on Sunday.
Ballack's curse at Euro 2008 finals could strike again
2008-06-29 10:08:17
Michael Ballack's run of bad luck at major finals could well continue on Sunday as the Germany captain struggles to overcome a calf injury in time to face Spain in the Euro 2008 decider.
Worthy winners Spain reach Euro 2008 final
2008-06-27 06:59:21
Spain's Daniel Guiza celebrates his goal during their Euro 2008 semi-final soccer match against Russia at Ernst Happel stadium in Vienna, June 26, 2008. [Agencies]
Lahm sends fortunate Germany to final
2008-06-26 08:08:03
Philipp Lahm scored a 90th minute winner to give Germany a thrilling 3-2 victory over Turkey on Wednesday and a place in the Euro 2008 final.
Hiddink tells Russia to enjoy themselves
2008-06-24 11:36:41
Coach Guus Hiddink said Russia's success at Euro 2008 had surprised him and told his players to enjoy themselves in their semi-final against Spain because whatever the result it would make them better players.
Ronaldo fee would not frighten Real, says Zidane
2008-06-23 13:38:54
Real Madrid would be ready to pay Manchester United a world record fee to bring winger Cristiano Ronaldo to the Bernabeu, former Real favourite Zinedine Zidane said on Sunday.
Pele robbed by gang of armed youths in Brazil
2008-06-23 10:17:31
Soccer legend Pele was held at gunpoint by a band of youths who robbed his gold necklace, cell phone and a watch, local news media reported Sunday.
Spain win shootout to reach semis at last
2008-06-23 07:55:52
Spain beat Italy 4-2 on penalties after a goalless Euro 2008 quarter-final on Sunday to end their shootout hoodoo and reach the last four of a major tournament for the first time in 24 years.
Turkey reaches Euro 2008 semifinals
2008-06-21 10:08:38
Rustu Recber saved a penalty shot from Mladen Petric on Friday to send Turkey into the European Championship semifinals with a 3-1 shootout win over Croatia.
Brazil players unhappy with jeering
2008-06-20 11:10:11
Brazil's players were unhappy with the spectators who jeered coach Dunga and the team during the 0-0 World Cup qualifying draw with Argentina on Wednesday.
Schweinsteiger thrilled to make amends in Germany win
2008-06-20 09:26:56
Bastian Schweinsteiger said he was pleased to make up for his group stage sending off by inspiring Germany to a 3-2 win over Portugal in their Euro 2008 quarter-final.