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EURO 2004 "A Step Back for Bulgaria"

Bulgaria's national football team made a step back at the EURO 2004. Hristo Stoitchkov, Bulgaria's best footballer said that the national team didn't perform as good at EURO 2004 as it did at the qualifications.

Sports | June 25, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1168

Spanish Coach Leaves

Inaki Saez has resigned from his position as Spain coach after his team quit the European Championship being defeat by host Portugal. The news of his leaving has come just three days after insisting he would stay in place for the 2006 FIFA World Cup qual

Sports | June 25, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 788

French Brace for Sirtaki Tonight

The meeting of France and Greece at the Est?dio Jos? Alvalade on Friday evening looms as the match of the European Championship with the defending champions and favourites playing against the rank outsiders. Otto Rehhagel's marvels are expected to presen

Sports | June 25, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1199

Portugal Make It Ahead

With the sixth successful penalty strike made by Portuguese goalkeeper Ricardo, after saving the previous one from England, host Portugal edges ahead for the semi-finals of EURO 2004.

Sports | June 25, 2004, Friday // 00:00 | Viewed: 919

Portugal, England Scent Glory

The teams of Portugal and England prepare for their moment of destiny in Thursday's EURO 2004 quarterfinal at the Estadio da Luz. The precocious talent of England teenager Wayne Rooney is the biggest so far, obstacle standing in the way of a sensational

Sports | June 24, 2004, Thursday // 00:00 | Viewed: 830

Voeller Quits after Czech Match

The coach of the German football team has stepped down after the EURO 2004 loss to the Czechs. The Germans lost the game 1-2, meaning they are unable to reach the next stage of the tournament.

Sports | June 24, 2004, Thursday // 00:00 | Viewed: 674

Czechs Sneak Quarterfinal from Germany

The Czech Republic are through to the quarter-finals after beating Germany 2-1 in Group D to ensure the Dutch go through to face Sweden on Saturday as runners-up. Milan Baros turned up to make the day after scoring the victorious second goal in 77 minute

Sports | June 24, 2004, Thursday // 00:00 | Viewed: 792

Make or Brake for the Dutch

The Netherlands are on their way to a quarter-final date with Sweden on Saturday as the concluding EURO 2004 Group D fixtures reached half-time.

Sports | June 23, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 691

Bulgarian Team Lands Home

Bulgaria's squad flew back to Sofia on Wednesday having lost all three group matches against Sweden, Denmark and Italy.

Sports | June 23, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 776

Stoitchkov Fancies France

Bulgaria's Golden Shoe Hristo Stoitchkov fancies holders France to retain their European crown at this year's European Championship.

Sports | June 23, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 706

Teen Titans ahead of EURO Clash

England is obsessed by his thrilling teenage talent, Wayne Rooney, the youngest goal scorer at this year's European Championship. The burden of expectation on his shoulders is almost unbearable, sportinglife.

Sports | June 23, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 1064

Romantic Reward for Proud Czechs

Czech footballers will be allowed to spend time with their wives and girlfriends, for the first time during EURO 2004. The move comes as a reward for their victorious play in matches so far.

Sports | June 23, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 608

Bulgarian Football Team Flies Home

All members of Bulgaria's national football team and technical staff are expected to touch down at Sofia Airport tonight on a Hemus Air carrier charter flight from Portugal. The Bulgarian Football Union has rejected initial plans to reschedule the touch-

Sports | June 23, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 911

Italy's Coach Trapattoni Quits

Giovanni Trapattoni has resigned as coach of Italy's football team after it was eliminated from EURO 2004 tournament Tuesday evening.

Sports | June 23, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 847

Sweden, Denmark at Euro 2003 Quarter Finals

Sweden and Denmark reached the quarterfinals of Euro 2004.

Sports | June 23, 2004, Wednesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 714

Bulgaria, Italy Wave Goodbye to Euro 2004

Italy suffer the heartbreak of elimination from the tournament despite beating Bulgaria 2-1 in the final game of the Group C at Euro 2004. The Bulgarians took the lead in the end of the first half when Martin Petrov scored from the penalty spot after aft

Sports | June 22, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 3097

Denmark Once Again Takes the Lead

Denmark's Tomasson managed to put the ball into the Swedish net for the second time and to make the score 2-1 for his country. A Danish corner was cleared but the ball was put back into the box for Tomasson to beat Isaksson from close range and restore D

Sports | June 22, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 612

Larsson Scored for 1-1 with Denmark

Sweden's Larsoon scored from the penalty spot for 1-1 against Denmark. The Swedish striker scored his third goal of the tournament after having been brought down by S?rensen.

Sports | June 22, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 675

Italy Scores for a 1-1 Draw with Bulgaria

Italy's team managed to score for 1-1 against Bulgaria. Perrotta scored just three minutes after the second half of the game began.

Sports | June 22, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 669

Denmark One Goal Ahead of Sweden

The Danish team took the lead against Sweden in the other match of the Group C at the Euro 2004 in Porto. Swedes were stunned as in the 28th minute of the first half of the gameTomasson lets fly from 20 yards out and the ball arcs over Isaksson and into

Sports | June 22, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 633

Bulgaria Takes the Lead against Italy

Bulgaria scored for 1-0 to take the lead against Italy. Bulgaria's striker Martin Petrov scored from the penalty spot after a fault in the Italian box.

Sports | June 22, 2004, Tuesday // 00:00 | Viewed: 663
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