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Filed under: Soccer , European Soccer A reminder to all soccer-inclined FanHousers that we will be providing live commentary during tomorrow's final and hosting chat all the way to the final whistle. Stop by and put in your two cents/marks/lira/euros on the action while we all wait and see who will take home the title. Will it be the brutally efficient German offense or the will the flawless ...
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A Prayer To The Soccer Gods: The EPL On ESPN
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A Prayer To The Soccer Gods: The EPL On ESPN Over the past few weeks, I've watched more than a few matches during Euro 2008 , and I think it's been a spectacular showcase for just how good Soccer can look in high definition. Yes, I know that ...
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Euro 2008 Final: Spain vs. Germany (Your Running Commentary) — Soccer By Ives
Good afternoon everybody. Today's the day we have been waiting a month for. The European Championship final between Spain and Germany (2:45, ABC).
In one corner you have Germany, the pre-tournament favorites who have looked very strong in the knockout rounds after a less than stellar group stage showing. In the other corner is Spain, which is unbeaten in the tournament and stands ...
Report: Ballack to Start For Germany in Euro 2008 Final — 100 Percent Soccer
Germany's inspirational captain and midfield powerhouse Michael Ballack will start in the final of the European Championship, according to this report.
The game starts at 11:30 a.m. on ABC.
D.C. United is beating the Galaxy 2-1 right now on the same channel, by the way.
Spain vs. Germany: Your predictions — Soccer By Ives
Good morning folks. We are a little more than three hours from kickoff of the European Championship final between Germany and Spain and it is time to hear some predictions.
As most of you know, I picked Spain to win the tournament so I'm sticking to that prediction. I see the Spanish attack finding the cracks in the German defense much like Croatia did as goals from Fabregas and ...
Galaxy Gameday (& Euro 2008 Final) — 100 Percent Soccer
The obligatory David Beckham update that passes for a Galaxy preview. Game begins at 9 a.m. on ABC.
The finale of Euro 2008 follows with Spain against Germany for whom Michael Ballack is a doubt.
A Little Warm Up — Springfield MO Soccer
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Thursday Kicks: Euro 2008, Galaxy Update & More — 100 Percent Soccer
Germany narrowly beat Turkey 3-2 at Euro 2008 and will take on the winner of today's Spain-Russia semifinal (11:30 a.m. ESPN2) in Sunday's final. Let's hope today's game isn't marred by the technical problems viewers both here and around the world endured during Wednesday's game. I don't know about you, but the telecast missing two of the game's goals (and returning just in time to catch ...
Can anything stop Germany at Euro 2008? — Reuters Soccer Blog
Germany made it into the final of Euro 2008 despite playing some truly awful football against Turkey.
The question now is can anything stop them winning their fourth European Championship in Sunday’s final in Vienna?
Fans back home in Germany missed some of the second half after a storm in Vienna caused a problem with the TV signal. That was a shame, because it was only in the last ...
Magic Ball — Springfield MO Soccer
Tomorrow will be the first Semifinal match as the 2008 European Championships come to a close this week. The final on Sunday will be shown on ABC as part of a double-header with an MLS match featuring David Beckham and the LA Galaxy versus DC United. Game starts at 11 am, followed at 1:30 pm by the Euro Final.
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Lehmann plays final international match — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
Jens Lehmann was Germany's best player in his final match with the national football team. Unfortunately, he wasn't good enough to keep the only goal of the European Championship final out of the net. Lehmann made several quality saves against Spain ...
Jens Lehmann was Germany's best player in his final match with the national football team. Unfortunately, he wasn't good enough to keep the only goal of the European Championship final out of the net. Lehmann made several quality saves against Spain ...
Unwavering support across Germany ahead of final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
Fans of Germany's football team unfurled the national flag, daubed the national colors of black, red and gold upon their faces, and readied the beer and bratwursts ahead of the European Championship final with Spain on Sunday.
Fans of Germany's football team unfurled the national flag, daubed the national colors of black, red and gold upon their faces, and readied the beer and bratwursts ahead of the European Championship final with Spain on Sunday.
Ballack may miss Euro 2008 final because of injury — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
Germany captain Michael Ballack did not take part in training Saturday because of a calf injury, putting him in doubt for Sunday's European Championship final against Spain.
Germany captain Michael Ballack did not take part in training Saturday because of a calf injury, putting him in doubt for Sunday's European Championship final against Spain.
Aragones to tweak lineup for final against Germany — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
After starting the same team in four of the five matches at the European Championship, Spain coach Luis Aragones must tweak his lineup for Sunday's final against Germany with Cesc Fabregas a possible replacement for injured striker David Villa.
After starting the same team in four of the five matches at the European Championship, Spain coach Luis Aragones must tweak his lineup for Sunday's final against Germany with Cesc Fabregas a possible replacement for injured striker David Villa.
Austria to provide extra security for Euro 2008 final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
Austrian authorities will mobilize 2,500 army troops and deploy an extra 1,200 police officers to secure the Austrian capital for the European Championship final on Sunday.
Austrian authorities will mobilize 2,500 army troops and deploy an extra 1,200 police officers to secure the Austrian capital for the European Championship final on Sunday.
Euro 2012 final decision in September — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
UEFA president Michel Platini said Saturday that a final decision whether Poland and Ukraine will host the 2012 European Championship will come in September in Bordeaux, France.
UEFA president Michel Platini said Saturday that a final decision whether Poland and Ukraine will host the 2012 European Championship will come in September in Bordeaux, France.
Highly unpredictable Euro ends in 'likely' final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
Germany against Spain in the European Championship final might sound like a predictable end to a run-of-the mill tournament. Not at all. This could have been Turkey vs. Russia for the trophy in a competition featuring one twist after another. Unlike ...
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Xabi Alonso: No clear favorite in Euro 2008 final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
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Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso doesn't agree with his teammates that Germany is the favorite in Sunday's European Championship final.
Royals, celebs kicking it together at Euro 2008 final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
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Alexander McQueen could be kicking it with Henry Kissinger or King Juan Carlos on Sunday at the European Championship final, a match that promises plenty of star power.
Euro 2008 final ref ready to take charge of match — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
The task of refereeing a football match takes more than just physical preparedness, according to the man who will control the action Sunday during the European Championship final.
The task of refereeing a football match takes more than just physical preparedness, according to the man who will control the action Sunday during the European Championship final.
UEFA confident on final pitch despite weather — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
The playing surface at Ernst Happel Stadium for the European Championship final between Spain and Germany on Sunday is expected to be in excellent condition despite the spectacular thunderstorms of the past two days.
The playing surface at Ernst Happel Stadium for the European Championship final between Spain and Germany on Sunday is expected to be in excellent condition despite the spectacular thunderstorms of the past two days.
Spain a win away from losing underachiever tag — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
Spain's run to the European Championship final has been all about living up to long promised potential and dispelling a reputation for underachievement that is almost as old.
Spain's run to the European Championship final has been all about living up to long promised potential and dispelling a reputation for underachievement that is almost as old.
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Spain can end a 44-year wait to be crowned European champions if they reproduce the same form in Sunday's final against Germany that they showed to beat Russia 3-0 in the semi-final on Thursday.
Spain can end a 44-year wait to be crowned European champions if they reproduce the same form in Sunday's final against Germany that they showed to beat Russia 3-0 in the semi-final on Thursday.
Xavi sees Germany as favorite over Spain in final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
The Spanish fans were chanting "campeones, campeones" even before kickoff against Russia. After the 3-0 win Thursday, those same fans are just one step away from celebrating their team's first major football title in 44 years. Spain just has to clear ...
The Spanish fans were chanting "campeones, campeones" even before kickoff against Russia. After the 3-0 win Thursday, those same fans are just one step away from celebrating their team's first major football title in 44 years. Spain just has to clear ...
EuroTrecker: Fabregas leads Spain to Euro final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
EuroTRECKER: Cesc Fabregas provided the spark Spain needed to reach its first European final since 1984.
EuroTRECKER: Cesc Fabregas provided the spark Spain needed to reach its first European final since 1984.
Spanish striker likely to miss Euro final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
Spain striker David Villa is likely to miss the European Championship final against Germany after picking up an injury Thursday while taking a free kick in the 3-0 semifinal win over Russia.
Spain striker David Villa is likely to miss the European Championship final against Germany after picking up an injury Thursday while taking a free kick in the 3-0 semifinal win over Russia.
Klinsmann invited to attend Euro 2008 final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
Former Germany coach Juergen Klinsmann has been invited to attend Sunday's European Championship final in Vienna between Germany and either Spain or Russia.
Former Germany coach Juergen Klinsmann has been invited to attend Sunday's European Championship final in Vienna between Germany and either Spain or Russia.
Rosetti appointed referee for Euro 2008 final — FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER
At least one Italian has benefited from his country's failure at the European Championship. Roberto Rosetti was announced Monday as the referee for the final.
At least one Italian has benefited from his country's failure at the European Championship. Roberto Rosetti was announced Monday as the referee for the final.
