Hits and misses as stars strut stuff in beautiful game

James Whelan recalls the footballing year that was and comes up with some glorious and gory memories.

Hits and misses as stars strut stuff in beautiful game
Wed, 03 Jan, 2007 - 00:00

Greatest upset:

Greece’s victory in Euro 2004 when they beat hosts Portugal, twice, defending champions France and favourites Czech Republic to become European champions after starting the tournament as 80-1 outsiders.

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