It wouldn't be a major tournament without the Netherlands threatening to implode, and their cause wasn't helped by a second defeat at Euro 2012 on Wednesday night.
Nicklas Bendtner tried his best to steal some of the headlines with a unique marketing trick, pulling down his shorts to reveal Paddy Power branded pants.
Elsewhere, the lovely ladies lighting up the tournament are gathering yet more attention and, for those focusing solely on the football, there's an interesting video from behind the scenes at Sweden's training ground.
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Netherlands 1-2 Germany: Gomez double leaves Dutch in trouble
Highlights as the Dutch suffer their second straight defeat at Euro 2012.
Denmark 2-3 Portugal: Varela keeps Portuguese hopes alive with late winner
Portugal get their Euro 2012 campaign back on track with a battling win over the Danes.
Robbie Keane answers critics ahead of Spain test
The Republic of Ireland forward says he can only score goals if he is given opportunities (The Telegraph).
Ludovic Obraniak says sorry for outburst
The Poland midfielder apologises to his manager having expressed his displeasure at being substituted during the 1-1 draw with Russia (The Star).
Cristiano Ronaldo has a pop at Lionel Messi
The Portugal forward hits back at chants of "Messi" after a wasteful performance in front of goal against Denmark (The Telegraph).
Down with Paddy pants: Bendtner faces disciplinary action
The Denmark striker showed off advertising for bookies Paddy Power after scoring against Portugal (The Telegraph).
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Germany v Holland: Zonal Marking on where the match was won
The definitive tactics blog Zonal Marking looks at how Germany extended their winning run at Euro 2012.
Back Page Football does the dirty work of picking out the ladies who have enhanced the competition.
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Johan Wiland helps out with target practice during Sweden training
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