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Spain’s 4-0 win over Ireland convinced a previously wavering Madrid media that La Roja were on track to win Euro 2012.

On the two previous occasions Germany have lost in the final of a European Championship, they have come back four years later to win the tournament.

A is for Arshavin: The diminutive little playmaker lit up this tournament four years ago, tormenting a fine Dutch side and inspiring Russia to a place in the semi-finals.

Germany 0 Spain 1