Tuesday 21 June 2016

European Championship 2016: Story So Far

EURO Cup 2016
        UEFA Euro 2016 has completed its first week successfully, giving all the 24 nations enough reasons to cheer, solace or despair about. The nations that have started their Euro 2016 campaign with a win must be jollifying, while in the meantime preparing for their next clashes. Let’s take a look at how all the nations have performed so far in the European Championship 2016, and where they currently are in the point table. The summary is as follows:

Hugo Lloris
GROUP A

          France Vs Romania: The hosts France made a perfect start by scoring a win over Romania in the opening match of Euro 2016. France, as one of the tournament’s favorites, have much more to offer in the coming matches too. Romania, on the other hand, had a good go at France in the opener, but couldn’t pay off their efforts. Romanians’ efforts were not good enough to take their team to opening win. But, they have every chance to come back against Albania and Switzerland in their remaining matches.

        Switzerland Vs Albania: The Swiss in their opening match were made to toil by the 10-men Albania. They must be grateful to Fabian Schar’s early header, which brought them the triumph. Nonetheless, a win is a win no matter how it comes. After a defeat in the opening match, Albania will be under fire. Having been reduced to 10 men during the first half, Albania missed some good late chances that could have made a difference. It’s France up next, and only valorous performance can prolong their stay in the ongoing UEFA Euro 2016 football championship.

Wayne Rooney: England Captain
GROUP B

         England Vs Russia: Despite being positive, England were left defeated by Russia last-minute equaliser in their opening match of European Championship 2016. Next up are yeasty Wales that England will be facing in their next match.

        Slovakia Vs Wales: By beating Slovakia, Wales put themselves on course to reach the knock-out stage. If they take one point against England in their next UEFA Euro 2016 match, they are pretty much through.

Mesut Ozil
GROUP C

          Germany Vs Ukraine: A 2-0 win over Ukraine has put Germany top in point the table. With Poland and then Northen Ireland next to come, it’s not hard for Germany to reach the knock-out stage.

         Poland Vs Northen Ireland: After beating Ukraine, Poland are in a good position. And from here on, they will be looking for one more point to progress to the next round. A point against Germany in the next match will seal their spot in the knock-out stage.

Cesc Fabregas
GROUP D

      Spain Vs Czech Republic: The defending Champions Spain just managed to beat Czech Republic 1-0 at the last movement. They would be grateful to Gerard Pique’s winner. Being the strongest contender of group D, Spain are supposed to beat both Turkey and Croatia in their next clashes.

       Turkey Vs Croatia: With a well-deserving 1-0 win over Turkey, Croatia set themselves up nicely to make their way to the knock-out stage. So, they have good reasons to cheer about.

Gareth Bale
GROUP E

           Italy Vs Belgium: Under the burden of high expectations, Belgium flopped against Italy in their opening match. Italy sealed a 2-0 victory over Belgium.

           Republic of Ireland Vs Sweden: The Irish couldn’t hold on against Sweden. Both Sweden and Ireland could manage to hold 1-1.

Cristiano Ronaldo
GROUP F

          Portugal Vs Iceland: With plenty of chances going begging, Portugal could not bag maximum points In the first match against Iceland. They were held 1-1 by their opponent Iceland.


         Austria Vs Hungary: With a convincing win over Austria, Hungary left everyone stunned on their return to the competition. Thye recorded a 2-0 win in the opening match, and positioned themselves to make it through.

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