
Two million fans came to Ukraine for Euro 2012, almost twice as many as expected. (© dapd)
Euro 2012 ended on Sunday with Spain's victory over Italy in the final. The Championship leaves an important legacy in its co-host countries Poland and Ukraine, said Uefa President Michel Platini. Commentators criticise Uefa's all-powerful role, lamenting that despite all the enthusiasm the tournament failed to strengthen the bonds between the host countries.