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UEFA Euro 2008 remains one of the most transformative tournaments in international football history. Co-hosted by Austria and Switzerland from June 7 to June 29, 2008, it signaled the end of Spain’s decades-long "underachiever" tag and the beginning of a dominant era that would reshape the tactical landscape of the sport.

Under the guidance of Luis Aragonés, Spain secured their second European title—and their first since 1964—by defeating Germany 1–0 in the final held at the Ernst-Happel-Stadion in Vienna. The decisive goal was scored in the 33rd minute by , who outmuscled Philipp Lahm and chipped the ball over Jens Lehmann. euro 2008

Spain was the only team in the tournament to win all their group matches and finish undefeated. This victory was widely credited to their revolutionary style—a possession-based game focused on short passing and movement, which would soon influence clubs and national teams worldwide. Key Statistics and Awards EURO 2008: All you need to know - UEFA.com UEFA Euro 2008 remains one of the most