2012 UEFA European Football Championship (catch-all thread)

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25. Recap: Ukraine 2-1 Sweden

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/18181299

Uefa investigates allegations of racism by fans
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/18409916

UEFA charges Russia over fan violence at Euro 2012
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-501623_162-57450960/uefa-charges-russia-over-fan-violence-at-euro-2012/


Belgian fans 'sell' themselves on eBay, are bought for 3,000 euros by the Dutch
With no team to lend support to in the Euro 2012 tournament, a group of frustrated Belgian fans took to the Internet to offer up their support to the highest bidder. Their Facebook group has 20,000 members. ‘Second hand but mint condition. Not been used since FIFA World Cup 2002,’ the group wrote in their online listing, ‘All profits will be sent directly to UNICEF.’ A Dutch buyer paid out 3,000 euros (about $3,700) for the supporters.
Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/euro-2012/euro-2012-belgian-fans-sell-ebay-bought-3-000-euros-dutch-article-1.1093402#ixzz1xaLL6pIA



Euro 2012: Security amps up in Poland ahead of Tuesday's Poland-Russia Euro match
As Poland prepares to take on Russia on Tuesday, police in Warsaw prepare for increased security before and after the match. Political differences between the countries, coupled with portions of both sides’ supporters having a reputation for violence could result in a dangerous outcome. Warsaw police spokesman Marciej Karczynski refused to give word on how many of the 6,000-strong force will be deployed as part of the security operation.
Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/euro-2012/euro-2012-security-amps-poland-tuesday-poland-russia-euro-match-article-1.1093651#ixzz1xaLSlXWi