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European Football Championship 2012

It's the highlight of the year for football fans around the world. Poland and Ukraine are hosting the 2012 European Football Championship from June 8 to July 2. It is the first time either country has hosted such a big event.

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Spain's Dynasty a Bright Spot for Country in Crisis - Sergey Dolzhenko/ dpa

Football Fanfare Spain's Dynasty a Bright Spot for Country in Crisis

Spain was able to forget its financial woes for an evening as the country's national team pounded Italy in the Euro 2012 final on Sunday night. Spanish fans were happy for the momentary relief.

Pig Oracle Has Perfect Record - dapd

Pig Oracle Has Perfect Record - dapd

Germany Booted from Euro 2012 Pig Oracle Has Perfect Record

The German national team's hopes of Euro 2012 glory were dashed on Thursday night in Warsaw as Italy won their semifinal match 2:1. But for Emma the pig, the result meant that her record of prediction is still perfect.

Germany's Shy Football Prodigy Mesut Özil - Filip Singer/ dpa

Germany's Shy Football Prodigy Mesut Özil - Filip Singer/ dpa

On the Verge of Greatness Germany's Shy Football Prodigy Mesut Özil

Mesut Özil's fans expect him to break into the ranks of the world's top footballers soon. But the talented midfielder, who is marketed by his ambitious father, has had difficulty finding his stride in the 2012 European Football Championship. Was the quarterfinal game against Greece his breakthrough?

Ukraine's Elite Female Force Protects Euro 2012 - Maria Stahlberg

Ukraine's Elite Female Force Protects Euro 2012 - Maria Stahlberg

'Better Bodyguards' Ukraine's Elite Female Force Protects Euro 2012

Outfitted with high heels, pearl necklaces and automatic weapons, female Ukrainian police officers are being trained for an elite unit of personal bodyguards. As the European Football Championship continues, their latest clients include UEFA officials and star players. Von André Eichhofer

Merkel May Travel to Ukraine for Euro 2012 Final - Gero Breloer/ AP

Merkel May Travel to Ukraine for Euro 2012 Final - Gero Breloer/ AP

Fair Play in Football and Politics Merkel May Travel to Ukraine for Euro 2012 Final

If Germany wins its Euro 2012 semifinal match against Italy on Thursday, Angela Merkel will be put in a tricky situation. If the German chancellor, a huge soccer fan, attends the final game in co-host country Ukraine, she could risk looking soft following human rights abuses in the country against Yulia Tymoshenko.

Behavior of Some German Fans Cause for Concern - ALEXANDER DEMIANCHUK/ REUTERS

Behavior of Some German Fans Cause for Concern - ALEXANDER DEMIANCHUK/ REUTERS

'Sieg, Sieg' Chants and Hitler Salutes Behavior of Some German Fans Cause for Concern

Germany has won applause for its easy-going brand of patriotism at football tournaments in recent years. But the behavior of some fans at the Euro 2012 is causing concern. Chants of 'Sieg, Sieg,' Hitler salutes and the display of offensive banners have now led to fines.

Animal Oracles Draw Ire of Rights Group - dpa

Animal Oracles Draw Ire of Rights Group - dpa

Four-Legged Football Forecasters Animal Oracles Draw Ire of Rights Group

Inspired by Paul the Octopus, animal owners across Germany are turning to their pets to predict the outcomes of European Championship matches. Germany's animal protection agency says the trend is getting out of hand and singles out the use of a python and two live rats as especially tasteless. Von Renuka Rayasam

Meet the Heart of Spain's Football Dynasty - Marcus Brandt/ dpa

Meet the Heart of Spain's Football Dynasty - Marcus Brandt/ dpa

Playing in the Future Meet the Heart of Spain's Football Dynasty

As a child, Spanish national team star Xavi Hernandez liked to hang back to keep the goalie company. Now, he is the key player in Spain's international football tournament domination. His telepathic passing, say teammates, is proof that he 'plays in the future.' Von Jörg Kramer

Greece and Germany Take Their Fight Outside - STF/ AFP

Greece and Germany Take Their Fight Outside - STF/ AFP

Euro 2012 vs. Euro Crisis Greece and Germany Take Their Fight Outside

For months, Germans have been complaining of Greek profligacy while Greeks have been griping about German bullying. Now, the two countries will have it out on the football pitch. The symbolism of Friday night's match has become difficult to ignore. Von Miriam Widman

Why England Can't Win the Euro 2012 - Laurence Griffiths/ Getty Images

Why England Can't Win the Euro 2012 - Laurence Griffiths/ Getty Images

History of Failure Why England Can't Win the Euro 2012

Though they claim to have invented the sport, the English haven't won a football title since 1966, and their performance at the Euro 2012 is unlikely to change this. Expectations are low for what may be the weakest side England has ever sent to the pitch. Von Maik Großekathöfer

Animal Oracles Chase Perfect Score - Hendrik Schmidt/ dpa

Animal Oracles Chase Perfect Score - Hendrik Schmidt/ dpa

Predicting the Euro 2012 Animal Oracles Chase Perfect Score

Paul the Octopus got all his predictions right during the 2010 World Cup. But can his feat be matched? Several animal oracles are doing their best to run the slate during this year's European Football Championship tournament. And so far, three of them have a perfect record. All hail the otters!

Deaf Twitterer Divines Euro 2012 Sideline Chatter - Julia Probst

Deaf Twitterer Divines Euro 2012 Sideline Chatter - Julia Probst

Read My Lips Deaf Twitterer Divines Euro 2012 Sideline Chatter

What do football trainers scream to their players from the sidelines? Deaf German Twitter user Julia Probst will tell you. She reads the lips of both players and coaches and passes along their wisdom to her growing legion of followers. Von Judith Horchert

Merkel Enjoys German Football Victory from Afar - Matthias Balk/ dpa

Merkel Enjoys German Football Victory from Afar - Matthias Balk/ dpa

Shunning Ukraine Merkel Enjoys German Football Victory from Afar

The German national team on Wednesday played just a few kilometers away from where opposition icon Yulia Tymoshenko is imprisoned. Chancellor Merkel stayed well away, preferring to watch the game from Berlin. But other German politicians took a clearer stance.

Can the Dutch Footballers Learn Teamwork? - Getty Images

Can the Dutch Footballers Learn Teamwork? - Getty Images

Oranje's Crippling Egotism Can the Dutch Footballers Learn Teamwork?

When it comes to winning titles, the talented but egotistical footballers on the Dutch national side are usually the only people standing in their own way. But as they prepare to battle Germany in the European Championship on Wednesday night, there are signs that a new sense of teamwork may be emerging. Von Markus Feldenkirchen

'We Need This Ritualized War' - Martina Hellmann/ picture alliance / dpa

'We Need This Ritualized War' - Martina Hellmann/ picture alliance / dpa

Germany Battles Holland 'We Need This Ritualized War'

Germany and the Netherlands are set to clash at the European Football Championship on Wednesday night, reigniting a deep-seated rivalry between the neighboring countries. Dutch writer Leon de Winter tells SPIEGEL why the Dutch hate the Germans and need the "ritualized war" of the game.

Young Poles and Ukrainians Have High Hopes for Euro 2012

Young Poles and Ukrainians Have High Hopes for Euro 2012

Tournament Hosts Dream Big Young Poles and Ukrainians Have High Hopes for Euro 2012

As the 2012 European Football Championship kicks off, all eyes are on the event's co-hosts, Poland and Ukraine. It's the first such event to take place in Eastern Europe, and young Poles and Ukrainians alike hope it will help improve perceptions of their countries. SPIEGEL ONLINE spoke with them about patriotism, politics and the future.

Yvonne the Cow Hopes to Channel Paul the Octopus - dapd

Yvonne the Cow Hopes to Channel Paul the Octopus - dapd

Euro 2012 Oracle Inflation Yvonne the Cow Hopes to Channel Paul the Octopus

The late Paul the Octopus achieved worldwide fame in 2010 when he correctly predicted the result of all eight of Germany's World Cup tournament matches, in addition to the final. This year, an entire menagerie is trying to repeat his success, including Yvonne the cow.

Ronaldo and Messi Battle to Define a Football Era - DARREN STAPLES/ REUTERS

Ronaldo and Messi Battle to Define a Football Era - DARREN STAPLES/ REUTERS

The Golden Yell Ronaldo and Messi Battle to Define a Football Era

Ronaldo and Messi are without doubt the two greatest footballers of their era. But which one is better? If Portugal does well in the European Football Championship, Ronaldo has a chance to once again be named player of the year. Messi's style, though, is incomparable. Von Cordt Schnibben

German National Team Blasted over Auschwitz Visit - Pool/ Getty Images

German National Team Blasted over Auschwitz Visit - Pool/ Getty Images

Atoning for the Past German National Team Blasted over Auschwitz Visit

Germany's Jewish community has criticized the country's national football team for sending a small delegation to Auschwitz last week instead of visiting the site as a group. It also accused team manager Oliver Bierhoff of 'colossal insensitivity' in his choice of words ahead of the visit.

Polish Hopes Rest on German League Stars at Euro 2012 - Federico Gambarini/Pool/ AP

Polish Hopes Rest on German League Stars at Euro 2012 - Federico Gambarini/Pool/ AP

The Magic Trio Polish Hopes Rest on German League Stars at Euro 2012

Three star Polish players helped launch Borussia Dortmund to the top of Germany's Bundesliga soccer league this year. Now they will return home to play for Poland, a co-host of the 2012 European Football Championship. They are under massive pressure to help the troubled national team win the tournament. Von Rafael Buschmann und Walter Mayr

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