Vicente Del Bosque basks in 'extraordinary' Spain achievement
Spanish manager keeps faith with system in thumping final victory.
Spain
- Coach: Vicente del Bosque
- Captain: Iker Casillas
Last Result
European Championship: 1 July 2012 Spain 4 - 0 Italy
Spain 4-0 Italy: Spain's dominance confirmed with rout of Italy
There was to be no two without three for the rampant La Roja.
Cesc Fabregas starts in strikerless Spain formation for Euro 2012 final
The Barcelona midfielder is preferred to an out-and-out striker for the match with Italy.
Joseph Sexton on Spain's striking dilemma and accusations of boredom
Joseph Sexton discusses Spain's chances ahead of the defence of their crown, and addresses accusations they're 'boring'.
Group A
| Team | Pld | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | 3 | -1 | 6 |
| Greece | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| Russia | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Poland | 3 | -1 | 2 |
Group B
| Team | Pld | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| Portugal | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| Denmark | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| Netherlands | 3 | -3 | 0 |
Group C
| Team | Pld | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 3 | 5 | 7 |
| Italy | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Croatia | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Rep. Ireland | 3 | -8 | 0 |
The case for the defence of the much derided 4-6-0 formation
The 4-6-0 formation has been widely derided for being defensive. Here's a re-education.
Tracing Spain's evolution from untouchable brilliance to boredom
Spain's style was the epitome of entertainment. Stuart Kenny asks why they're now being labelled 'boring'.
Spain reach Euro 2012 final after nail-biting Portugal penalty shoot-out
Cesc Fabregas' penalty sends the defending champions into the final in Kiev.
Euro 2012 Talk: Podolski does Europop and have Spain become boring?
Bad music, bad cartoons but hopefully good football. What more could you want from us?
