UEFA EURO 2000: An In-Depth Guide
Concise History and Statistics
UEFA EURO 2000, the 10th edition of the European Championship, was jointly hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands. The tournament featured 16 teams competing in four groups, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockout stage.
Italy emerged victorious, defeating France 2-1 in the final. Francesco Totti and Marco Delvecchio scored for Italy, while Sylvain Wiltord netted for France. It was Italy's third European Championship title, their first since 1968.
Participating Teams and Results
The 16 participating teams were:
- Belgium
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- England
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Turkey
- Yugoslavia
Legendary Moments and Conclusion
Euro 2000 witnessed several iconic moments, including Patrick Kluivert's stunning scissor-kick goal for the Netherlands against Yugoslavia and Zinedine Zidane's brilliant free-kick against Spain. The tournament also showcased the emerging talents of players like Alessandro Del Piero, Francesco Totti, and LuÃs Figo.
The 2000 European Championship remains etched in the annals of football history as a memorable event that celebrated the spirit of the beautiful game. The thrilling matches, unforgettable moments, and iconic players have left an enduring legacy on the sport.
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