'Europass': the ball of Euro 2008

The official ball of Euro 2008 was presented in Lucerne (Switzerland). The name that has received the ball is "Europass", which had the technology used in it.

The new spherical surface allows players to control the ball in any atmospheric condition. The "revolutionary" PSC-Texture ™ system consists of a fine skin, which allows a greater grip between the ball and the boot.

The name "Europass" makes a clear allusion to the European competition, which takes place in the two neighbouring countries: Austria and Switzerland. Therefore, refers to that connection border between the two nations. Similarly, represents the "passes" (pass) that will make the players on the pitch.

Trix and Flix official mascots of the Euro 2008

The official mascots for Euro 2008 are two porcupine footballers, dressed in white and red (the colors of the flags of Austria and Switzerland, countries organizers.

What better way to spice the union of Austria and Switzerland for the holding of this Euro Soccer 2008, with 2 friendly porcupine as pets in the event, with the colors of the host 2 selections.

According to the creator of the company mascot "Warner Bros. Consumer Products" Trix and Flix also part of the official image of the Euro in Austria and Switzerland represents the alpine mountains. In addition the company and organizers want to show themselves with the mascot double union of peoples with team spirit and soccer.

The names of the official mascots of the Uefa Euro 2008, were elected by more than 67,000 football fans in Austria and Switzerland, with a 36.3% of the votes. So Christian Mutschler (Director of the Uefa Euro) showed convinced that pets and their name will form an important part in this Euro.

RUSSIA A NEW GENERATION (Group D)

Despite not having great figures on the pitch, Russia may count on the technical direction with one d elos best coaches in the world: Guus Hiddink. The Dutch proved to throughout his career that is a true strategist, triumphing in both clubs and in selections.

Russia will be a combined they do not put things easy for their contenders. Classify Euro occupying the second position of his group leaving out nothing more and nothing less than the English selection.

Hiddink has made clear that Spain as a favorite part of the group but also ensures that Russia will not go on holiday to this quote mainland "We have begun a new era with new players. The most important thing for our Federation is having come this far and made the classification Now we have nothing to lose, "said the coach.

SWEDEN THREAT SCANDINAVIAN (Group D)

Dirty reaches this Euro taking one of the most complete teams of 16 participants. It is always a selection battle in such competitions. The strength of his players coupled with the technical quality of some of them have made this combination that is one of the most complete at present.

Despite having sorted this issue occupying the second place in its group, the Swedes take this appointment with the firm conviction reflect on the field three qualities that define it: discipline, strength and technique.

Sweden has a coach of the stature of Lars Lagerback, considered one of the best strategists of European football.

The team will participate escadinavo for the fifth consecutive time in an international championship teams, fans used to enjoy with their presence. But not everything has been rosy for the Swedes, since in his latest offerings have disappointed his followers, who were expecting a better performance.

GRECE CURRENT CHAMPIONS (Group D)

The champions of Euro 2004 in Portugal reach Austria and Switzerland with the intention of demonstrating that it reached in lusas land was not the result of chance. The Hellenes will have to cope with Spain, as they did four years ago, and it must fight for a quota to the quarter finals with the complicated Sweden and Russia.

Throughout the qualifying round, the selector Otto Rahhagel offensive lasted a system with 4 men at the bottom, 3 in the middle field and 3 others in the lead. Each sector is well balanced with players of great strength possessing an extraordinary technical quality.

ESPAIN ETERNAL FAVORITE (Group D)

Every time we approach a World Cup or European Championship, Spain is among the favorite teams to lift the award. Despite having won throughout its history only a European edition of the contest, the Iberian country still appear on these lists of candidates.

Spain comes to this great event with an interesting bloc made up of a new litter of young players who have given the team a particular style, especially in the field and creative offensive.

The selection will try once again win an international tournament that it certifies once and for all as one of the great combination of the old continent. On this occasion, Aragones will rely on the quality of this new group that has given this selection a positive image in recent years.

This period has coincided with the convening of the non-top scorer in the history of Spain, Raul Gonzalez, a decision that has been simultaneously praised and criticized by detractors and admirers of the player.

Likewise, the "sage of Hortaleza" said several times that the presence of madrilista captain in the Euro is not discarded, leaving a door open for a possible appeal that really seems impossible.

ROMANIA WOLVES DRESSED AS LAMB (Group C)

The selection led by Victor Piturca arrives with the cartel to be the Cinderella of the so-called group of death, and is not for less. Left paired in a group with teams from the size of France, Holland and Italy, is not exactly to launch rockets. Still, these teams may not relax even one minute before the Romanians because they will be willing to one of the surprises of the highest continental competition.

In connection with the draw, the Romanian coach was taken with some smoke the result "It was a nice draw for us. It is far easier group. We have no problems in playing against the two finalists of the last World against Holland." He indicated.

In principle the selection not part with much favouritism to move to the quarterfinals; arrive disguised as wolves in sheep, a factor that could benefit this combination that has nothing to lose but everything to gain.