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It began with four teams
In 1960 only four teams played the finals. The Soviet Union won the first title. Today 24 take part.
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European Championship facts and curiosities
Data as of 2 November 2026
The European Championship has been played every four years since 1960. Here are some of its curiosities.
It began with four teamsSpain, the most successfulThree major tournaments in a rowDenmark's miracleGreece's surprisePlatini, 9 goalsCristiano, 14 goalsItaly, champions at WembleyThe 2024 final
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Spain, the most successful
Spain have won four European Championships: 1964, 2008, 2012 and 2024.
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Three major tournaments in a row
Between 2008 and 2012 Spain won the Euros, the 2010 World Cup and the Euros again: three major tournaments in a row.
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Denmark's miracle
Denmark won Euro 1992 after entering at the last moment as a replacement for Yugoslavia, who were excluded.
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Greece's surprise
In 2004 Greece won the Euros after beating Portugal 1-0 in the final, played in Lisbon.
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Platini, 9 goals
Michel Platini scored 9 goals at Euro 1984, the record for a single edition.
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Cristiano, 14 goals
Cristiano Ronaldo is the tournament's all-time top scorer with 14 goals.
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Italy, champions at Wembley
Euro 2020 (played in 2021) saw Italy beat England on penalties at Wembley after a 1-1 draw.
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The 2024 final
Spain won Euro 2024 by beating England 2-1 in the Berlin final.
Sources: Wikipedia · UEFA European Championship. Data as of 2 November 2026.
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