Tag Archives: Euro 2012

Euro 2012: Germany expects

This article first appeared on The FCF. German football used to have a bit of an image problem. Despite being highly successful, there wasn’t much to get excited about, a bit like the perception of Germany itself. And, just as … Continue reading

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National Anthems

Euro 2012 will be upon us soon, which means lots of national anthems (and football). We blurt out national anthems with pride at sporting events, the perfect opportunity show some patriotic zeal. Of course, all national anthems are ridiculous – … Continue reading

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Euro 2012: Bosnia and Herzegovina top the bill on closing night.

England fans might be yawning with relief that another tedious qualifying campaign is over, but many other nations are facing a dramatic climax to their quest to reach the European Championship finals next summer. On Tuesday night (11 October, 8pm) … Continue reading

Posted in European football, International | Tagged Belgium, Bosnia, Denmark, Dzeko, Edin Dzeko, Edin Hazard, , , France, Portugal, Yugoslavia | 1 Comment