German coach made three substitutions in the second half, trying to turn the tide over. But his team just could not take over the initiative from the Spanish midfield led by Andres Iniesta.

The Spanish team kept the ball on the group and penetrated the German defence with neat short passes. They could have scored more goals if not for poor finishing.

The Spanish team had 13 attempts at the goal while Germany only had 4.

German captain Michael Ballack came close for Germany, shooting narrowly wide after the break.

It is the second time Spain win the European championship. Their only other European title was won 44 years ago.