A Historic Win And A Record Breaking Prize

Spain's Triumph at Euro 2012: A Comprehensive Overview

A Historic Win and a Record-Breaking Prize

Spain emerged victorious in the 2012 European Championship, claiming the trophy for the third time in their history. For their stellar performance, they were awarded a total prize of 23 million euros. This was the maximum prize achievable for winning all group and knockout matches.

Spain's Stellar Group Performance

Spain was drawn into Group C alongside Italy, Croatia, and the Republic of Ireland. They opened their campaign against Italy on 10 June 2012, securing a 1-1 draw. However, they went on to win their remaining group matches, including a 2-0 victory over Croatia and a 4-0 win against Ireland.

Spain's Dominant Performance in the Knockout Stages

Spain continued their impressive form in the knockout stages. They defeated France 2-0 in the quarterfinals and then edged past Portugal on penalties in the semifinals.

The Emphatic Final Victory

In the final held at the Olympiyskiy Stadium in Kyiv on 1 July 2012, Spain faced Italy once again. They proved their dominance with a resounding 4-0 victory, becoming the first team to win three consecutive major tournaments (Euro 2008, World Cup 2010, and Euro 2012). David Silva, Jordi Alba, Fernando Torres, and Juan Mata each scored goals to secure Spain's emphatic win.