The European Championship started in 1960 and has taken place every four years ever since. Euro 2020 is the one exception. Despite the name of the tournament, it was actually played in 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Over the years, the Euros have provided plenty of entertainment and high drama, with everything from penalty shootouts and golden goals to wonder strikes and huge upsets. Here, a look at some of the most iconic images from the European Championship..
. 32. West Germany win second title (Euro 1980) After winning the European Championship on debut in 1972 and losing out on penalties to Czechoslovakia four years later, West Germany reached a third consecutive final in 1980.
Horst Hrubesch scored twice, including a late winner, as West Germany beat Belgium 2-1 in Rome to claim the title for a second title. And this time, their win was captured in colour photography. 31.
Balotelli brace vs Germany (Euro 2012) Mario Balotelli was Italy's hero in their semi-final win over Germany at Euro 2012, scoring two first-half goals as the Azzurri sealed a 2-1 victory in Warsaw. The view from behind the goal for his first made for a special shot (above), while the celebration following his second was classic Balotelli as he removed his shirt and flexed his muscles. 30.
Arshavin downs Dutch (Euro 2008) Russia overcame the Netherlands in extra time in the quarter-finals of Euro 2008 and Andrey Arshavin sealed their spot in the last four with the third in a 3-1 win. The former Arse.
