The 2008 European Championship, officially known as UEFA Euro 2008, was the 13th edition of the tournament. It took place in Austria and Switzerland from June 7 to June 29, 2008. Sixteen national teams competed for the title, with matches held in eight cities across the two host countries. Spain emerged as the champion, winning their first European title by defeating Germany 1-0 in the final, held in Vienna. The tournament featured memorable performances, including standout play from Fernando Torres, who scored the winning goal in the final, and showcased the growing competitiveness of European football.