Where was the final of UEFA Euro 2012 held?

The final tournament, held between 8 June and 1 July 2012, was co-hosted for the first time by Poland and Ukraine, and was won by Spain, who beat Italy 4–0 in the final at the Olympic Stadium, Kiev, Ukraine. Poland and Ukraine’s bid was chosen by the UEFA Executive Committee on 18 April 2007.

What was the prize money for winning Euro 2012?

Spain, the winners of Euro 2012, were awarded a total prize of €23 million for their performance. The maximum prize achievable (for winning all group matches and winning the final) was €23.5 million.

When did Poland and Ukraine qualify for Euro Cup?

Poland and Ukraine’s bid was chosen by the UEFA Executive Committee on 18 April 2007. The two host teams qualified automatically while the remaining 14 finalists were decided through a qualifying competition, featuring 51 teams, from August 2010 to November 2011.

Who are the two host nations for Euro 2012?

Ukraine and Poland were both assigned to Pot 1 as the two host nations, despite the fact that their rankings were the two lowest in the tournament; this also occurred in 2008 when the co-hosts Switzerland and Austria were also ranked below all other qualified teams.

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Why is there no third place playoff in Euro 2016?

Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani netted in quick succession in the second half in Lyon as Chris Coleman’s side’s unforgettable journey came to a premature end. And the proud Welsh Dragons’ incredible journey is sadly over , as there is no third place playoff game in the European Championships.

When was the last time there was a third place match in the European Championship?

But the 1980 edition was the last of these tournaments to feature a third place match as in 1984 UEFA settled on a format which would serve for all subsequent eight-team European Championships.

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How many stadiums were built for Euro 2012?

Euro 2012 was played at eight venues, four in each host country. Five new stadiums were built for the tournament, and the hosts invested heavily in improving infrastructure such as railways and roads at UEFA’s request.

What was the average attendance for Euro 2012?

Euro 2012 set attendance records for the 16-team format, for the highest aggregate attendance (1,440,896) and average per game (46,481). Spain became the first team to win two consecutive European Championships, and also three straight major tournaments ( Euro 2008, 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012).

When did Italy play Spain in Euro 2012?

As well as Spain, Italy were placed in Group C in the group stage, starting their group stage match against Spain on 10 June 2012. Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo provided the assist to Di Natale, who opened the goalscoring, as he pipped Piqué and Ramos to the ball, before striking it inside the right corner of the goal.

Who was the final penalty taker in Euro 2012?

Spain’s final penalty taker was Fàbregas, who scored Spain’s fifth goal, as the ball went in via the left post. Spain emerged victorious, and headed to the UEFA European Championship final for the fourth time, since 1964, 1984 and 2008.

Who was the captain of Spain in Euro 2012?

Spain became the first team to retain the European Championship title and also the first European team to win three major international competitions in a row. After the match, the Henri Delaunay Trophy was handed to the Spanish captain Iker Casillas by UEFA president Michel Platini.

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