euro2008

Pogrebnyak Waits for Injury News

Pogrebnyak Waits for Injury News

RUSSIA striker Pavel Pogrebnyak's hopes of appearing at Euro 2008 hang in the balance after he was flown to Munich for further scans on a knee injury. 4 Jun 2008
Cannavaro Eyes World Cup After Euro KO

Cannavaro Eyes World Cup After Euro KO

ITALY captain Fabio Cannavaro has announced his intention to play at the next World Cup after being ruled out of Euro 2008 through injury. 3 Jun 2008
Benzema Eyes Starting Role

Benzema Eyes Starting Role

FRANCE forward Karim Benzema is hoping to use tonight's friendly against Colombia to seal his place in Raymond Domenech's starting XI for Euro 2008. 3 Jun 2008
Kuyt Sorry for Babel Misfortune

Kuyt Sorry for Babel Misfortune

DIRK Kuyt has revealed his shock at losing Liverpool team-mate Ryan Babel from Holland's Euro 2008 squad. 3 Jun 2008
Cannavaro Set To Miss Euro 2008

Cannavaro Set To Miss Euro 2008

ITALY captain Fabio Cannavaro could miss Euro 2008 after injuring his ankle on Monday, according to reports. 3 Jun 2008
Basturk Fury Over His Turkey Future

Basturk Fury Over His Turkey Future

TURKEY midfielder Yildiray Basturk has vowed never to play for the national team again as long as Fatih Terim remains in charge. 3 Jun 2008
Ruud Enjoys Dutch of Class

Ruud Enjoys Dutch of Class

RUUD van Nistelrooy is excited by Holland's attacking options as they head into Euro 2008. 3 Jun 2008
Metzelder Concedes Germany Lack Quality

Metzelder Concedes Germany Lack Quality

DEFENDER Christoph Metzelder admits Germany do not have as much quality as some of their rivals at Euro 2008. 2 Jun 2008
Podolski Could Get Midfield Role

Podolski Could Get Midfield Role

GERMANY'S Lukas Podolski could play on the left-hand side of midfield at Euro 2008 rather than his customary position up front. 2 Jun 2008
Sneijder Happy With Holland Build-Up

Sneijder Happy With Holland Build-Up

WESLEY Sneijder insists Holland can be satisfied with their preparations for Euro 2008. 2 Jun 2008
Greece Fail To Fire In Final Warm-Up

Greece Fail To Fire In Final Warm-Up

GREECE'S final Euro 2008 warm-up encounter against Armenia ended in an anti-climax after the reigning European champions were held to a goalless draw on Sunday. 2 Jun 2008
Vieira Injury Fears Allayed

Vieira Injury Fears Allayed

FRANCE defender Sébastien Squillaci believes team-mate Patrick Vieira will be fit to face Romania in their Euro 2008 opener on June 9. 2 Jun 2008
Poland Stumble To Euro 2008

Poland Stumble To Euro 2008

POLAND brought the curtain down on their Euro 2008 preparations with an uninspiring draw against Denmark. 2 Jun 2008
Dutch Ease Past Wales

Dutch Ease Past Wales

HOLLAND were on cruise control as they headed for the Euro 2008 finals with a comfortable 2-0 win over Wales at a packed De Kuip stadium. 2 Jun 2008
Pogrebniak Facing Euro Heartbreak

Pogrebniak Facing Euro Heartbreak

RUSSIA striker Pavel Pogrebniak is facing a race against time to be fit for Euro 2008 after picking up a knee injury in Wednesday's warm-up clash with Serbia. 30 May 2008
Czechs Still Happy With Scottish Test

Czechs Still Happy With Scottish Test

CZECH Republic coach Karel Bruckner believes tonight's friendly against Scotland will still be a worthwhile exercise even though George Burley's squad has been depleted by withdrawals. 30 May 2008