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Euro 2012 is down to its final four teams, with Italy beating England on (surprise, surprise, and a bit of heartbreak for the English) penalty kicks. The teams remaining aren't a surprise at all; Cristiano Ronaldo looks to lead Portugal to an upset victory over spain, while Andrea Pirlo and Italy seek to derail Germany's seemingly inevitable quest for a European championship. How do you see it all playing out?
Germany vs. Italy?

Andrea Pirlo and Italy needed extra time to beat England, while Germany took care of business easily against Greece.
Portugal vs. Spain?

Cristiano Ronaldo has been a whirlwind of activity at Euro 2012, but is he good enough to beat Spain?
Which team wins it all?

Spain is still the team to beat at Euro 2012, but will it repeat as champion?
The Euro 2012 soccer tournament is here! Sixteen of Europe's best national teams square off in a monthlong event to crown the continent's next champion. The European Championship is viewed by many experts and players as the most difficult soccer tournament in the world, due to the high quality of all the contending teams. As the group stage gets under way, we're asking SportsNation to make its predictions!
Is Spain the favorite?

Spain is looking to repeat as European champions, something no national side has accomplished since the tournament began in 1960.
The young gun

Much is expected out of young German playmaker Mesut Ozil, who had a breakout performance at the 2010 World Cup.
Another disappointment?

England has a history of disappointing its fans on the international stage. Will the trend continue in Poland and Ukraine?
Sleeper picks

Portugal may not be one of the favorites in the tournament, but it does have one of the best players in the world in Cristiano Ronaldo.

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#yawn
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#BOSHBLOCK FOR THE WIN
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Tony Parker says NOT SO FAST MY FRIEND (except however you say that in French)
about 7 hours ago
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Things going in the Heat Hall of Fame after tonight: Mike Miller's shoe, LeBron's headband, Chris Bosh's fossilized body...
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NO HEADBAND LEBRON HAS NO MERCY FOR YOU!!!
about 8 hours ago
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LeBron without a headband exposing the dreaded...RECEDING HAIRLINE (duh duh duhhhhhh)
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"That was totally a pass you guys!" -Mario Chalmers
about 8 hours ago
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The Nation has spoken, and it's not even close...74 percent of you say Tim Duncan gets his fifth ring tonight, #SpursClinch!
about 8 hours ago
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RT @ESPN_Numbers: Tim Duncan has 25 Pts and 8 Reb at the half for the 1st time in a DECADE.
about 9 hours ago
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Tim Duncan has three words for you: http://t.co/KCPVCIEYd5
about 9 hours ago
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When Chris Bosh said "Danny Green won't be open tonight" before the game, he meant "because I am going to leave Duncan wide open instead."
about 9 hours ago
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See if Kawhi can sign this for you after the game, Mike Miller: http://t.co/LYvSTTQ4AY
about 10 hours ago
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Kawhi Leonard reminding Mike Miller that he should have been retired for at least two years now
about 10 hours ago
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Will Danny Green be ON FIRE again tonight? http://t.co/rocGogIK2h
about 10 hours ago
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Charissa needed a cool guest. She got one. #Magic https://t.co/6OH82hcEOA
about 13 hours ago
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Reason to believe in @KingJames: His avg PPG in elimination games is 31.5...Highest in NBA History. Let me repeat that. Highest in history.
about 16 hours ago
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Looks like @lolojones will need some help paying the rent while bobsled training - https://t.co/64A3zHvPtS
about 17 hours ago
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Meet @KingJames flopping coach - http://t.co/5AbSLGgCrs
about 18 hours ago
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Only @kobebryant gets an epic statue in China. Mamba status. http://t.co/wIELFT2b3S
about 19 hours ago
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Why did I just wake up and feel like I'm playing in the game tonight. I have a weird anxiety/ nervousness. And now I slap myself.
about 21 hours ago
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