<![CDATA[Deadspin: Euro 2008]]> http://cache.deadspin.com/assets/base/img/thumbs140x140/deadspin.com.png <![CDATA[Deadspin: Euro 2008]]> http://deadspin.com/tag/euro 2008 http://deadspin.com/tag/euro 2008 <![CDATA[The Spanish Nation Army]]> “I’m gonna fight ‘em off More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5020680&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Your UEFA Euro 2008 Champs: Spain]]> After 44 years, Espana picks up their second Euro title and, for now, sheds their underachieving reputation. And it was a dominant run by the Spanish, not losing a game in the tournament and dispatching a tough Germany team in the final without the services of their best player. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5020622&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Spain vs. Germany: Second Half]]> Fernando Torres is owning shit so far and Spain could be running away with this thing if Torres' first big opportunity didn't go off the goalpost. Jens Lehmann looks overmatched, which is a shocker, and right now Germany's best chances are coming on ticky tack free kicks. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5020617&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Spain vs. Italy: Extra Time]]> We're back live after a short intermission before the beginning of extra time. We're in for another thirty minutes of this, so get comfortable. Spain has already been peppering Italy with shots, but nothing is making its way to the goal. Silva just fired a rocket wide that would have sent chills through the body of every Italy hater watching. Alas. Continue along after the jump. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5018667&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Spain vs. Italy: Second Half]]> Holy crap, that first half was painful to watch. Sure I may not be a fan of Italy to begin with, but the flops and questionable challenges are sucking the quality right out of the game. To their credit they play stifling defense, but it's not exactly fan-friendly. Hopefully the second half will open up a bit, but it's not all that likely. I can't believe I'm actually hoping for a Cesc Fabregas appearance, but he would make the game a bit prettier. Continue after the jump for the second half action as it happens. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5018663&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Spain vs. Italy: First Half]]> Welcome to the final quarterfinal match of Uefa 2008. Spain and Italy are set to kick things off in Vienna with the winner moving on to face Russia in the semifinals. The Spaniards are slightly favored over the defending World Cup champions, but all three favorites have been sent home over the last three days. Continue after the jump for live commentary and game updates as soon as they get underway. Until then, enjoy soccer tongue day here at Deadspin. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5018654&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Netherlands vs. Russia Extra Time Live Blog]]> Here we go, two 15 minute periods of overtime action. If the match is still tied after that, it's on to penalties (but let's hope it doesn't come to that). Continue after the jump for live commentary and updates. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5018596&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Netherlands vs. Russia Second Half Live Blog]]> The Russians have played the Dutch even on both sides of the pitch through one half of play in Basel. While the score remains scoreless, there's been no shortage of excitement in front of both goals. After the jump enjoy more white chicks flashing signs, and eventually some actual commentary on the second half. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5018587&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Netherlands vs. Russia: First Half]]> We're already half way through the first knockout stage of Euro 2008, and we'll be treated to another fantastic match. The Dutch side enters looking all but invincible after some explosive play in the group stage, but the Russians surely won't be rolling over. Well they might, but then Putin would would have them "dealt" with, while Roman Abramovich buys up everybody with a "Van" in their name. But I digress. Continue after the jump for running commentary once things get started. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5018577&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[They're Still Partying In Istanbul (Not Constantinople)]]> Turkey entered the knockout stage of Euro 2008 as the biggest underdog in the field, but yesterday they moved through to the semifinals in electrifying fashion. It appeared to be over for the Turks (especially to ESPN's Gamecaster) when Croatia's Ivan Klasnić netted a header to break the scoreless tie with a minute remaining in the extra period, but the action was just picking up. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5018523&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Germans Haven't Quite Perfected The Bomb Scare]]> When I'm late for a plane, typically I do not need to stall the flight by some elaborate means. After all, the flight will find a way to be 2 hours late on its own! Ha-ah! [wacky Vaudevile jig] If only reporters late for their Euro 2008 assignment were so wise. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5016478&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[The Drugs In Europe Must Be Great]]>
Okay, I've been to Amsterdam. I smoked some nice pot there. They try to get you to put all this tobacco in it, but whatevs, it's good. But nothing that would make me conceive, or even understand, the opening ceremonies of EURO 2008 yesterday. This Fanhouse-provided clip is like a Bjork/Michel Gondry rendition of South Park's Imagination Land gone horribly wrong. More »
]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=395403&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[The Internet Hooligan Database Gives You Seven Stars Out of Ten For Bludgeoning]]> Euro 2008 gets underway today and to head off the inevitable flurry of violence that's just going to happen anyway, authorities in Switzerland have sent out letters of warning to 320 people who are listed on the country's hooligan database.
Swiss police have been writing to suspected football hooligans asking them kindly to refrain from violence at this month's European Championship.
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]]> http://deadspin.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=395383&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[The Danes Like To Punch]]> If the Second War of Schleswig taught us anything, it's that the Danish lack problem-solving skills. Yesterday, during a Euro 2008 qualifier, a Danish player punched a Swedish player in the stomach, and was, of course, red-carded and sent off. Apparently feeling like it should be perfectly legal to punch other players in the stomach, a Danish fan rushed on to the pitch and attempted to punch the referee. More »
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