The EURO 2012 Thread

[VictorCharlie]

Looking at the qualifying groups, they sure seem stacked to favor the traditional powers. They sure aren't setup regionally and why does Northern Ireland have it's own national team?

Northern Ireland whilst not a country, is a region (sometimes reffered to as a province) of the United Kingdom. So just as England,Wales and Scotland field separate teams to represent each individual country in team sports whilst remaining part of the Union so do Northern Ireland. They are a distinct area who do not consider themselves to be part of the Republic of Ireland and as such have their own football team. George Best, someone many think was the greatest British football player ever, played for Northern Ireland.

So is it safe to say the only time the UK competes as a whole nation is the Olympics?

[Beanz]

The pork and cheesers against the Huns. My brother in laws missis is Portuguese, and she asked who I would want to win this one? Never been easier to remain a neutral observer:-)

[BIG H]

I don't think Spain, Germany or Holland ( 3 faves) will win it. I think it's wide open.

Quite fancy the Russians.

Will wait until I've seen the French to judge their chances

[0james0]

I have a feeling on France. Or now Denmark!

Too early to say though, first games tend to be shit. Just ask Spain.

[therealremi]

I think both Russians and Germans have a good chance of winning this thing.
WHERE IS THE POLL?

[Beanz]

I think both Russians and Germans have a good chance of winning this thing.
WHERE IS THE POLL?

Ask @Gandalf he has more poles than a joint dental/plumbing conference in a strip club.

[0james0]

Anyone do a Sun dream team?

[therealremi]

Germany coach doing it again:

[Master]

Germany look good, thin Holland will come good but Robbin will miss an open goal or penalty and screw them as he does most of the time.

[0james0]

Germany coach doing it again:

I thought I saw this when I was watching it!

Getting caught picking your nose AND eating it! Twice!

[Cressa121]

Italy are looking good here. They're pressing Spain and having a good amount of the ball in advanced areas.

I find it strange that Spain opted for Steve Bruce's patented 4-6-0 formation. They really need a focal point up front. Surely it won't be long before Llorente or Soldado come on.

[roberto duran legend]

Come on the paddys,

[GOAT]

Italy are looking good here. They're pressing Spain and having a good amount of the ball in advanced areas.

I find it strange that Spain opted for Steve Bruce's patented 4-6-0 formation. They really need a focal point up front.

Just wait when they suddenly change to the flamboyant 4-1-2-2-1 formation. Unstoppable.

[Memphis]

Enjoying the Euro's so far. I hope it doesn't get spoiled by cocksuckers rolling around on the floor for no reason too often. Some of it is beyond pathetic and those involved ought to be ashamed of themselves.

Not expecting anything of England so I can just watch and enjoy.

[Master]

How good is Torres?