Eight reasons Spain and Greece will draw

The Greeks have much to be proud of: the creation of democracy, the Olympics, a kebab-like treat known as a Souvlaki. But unfortunately, none of that will buoy their spirits for this evening's utterly pointless game of football. They strode into Euro 2008 as the defending champs, their heads held high, their loin cloths worn tightly, but now look at them - lackluster and most probably weeping into one another's arms. The cheerful young men from Spain, on the other hand, are on course for their usual tournament near miss. Great work, amigos.

 

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Eight reasons Spain will draw with Greece

1. Neither team has anything to play for - Greece are guaranteed to finish last and Spain are guaranteed to finish top.

2. It could be argued Greece need victory more for the sake of pride but Spain are protecting an 18-match unbeaten run.

3. The last time they met at an international tournament (Euro 2004), it finished 1-1.

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4. Their last three encounters have shown them to be fairly inseparable - both have won one by a one-goal margin and the other was a draw.

5. chickendinner superfact: Greece have never finished a European Championship group without a point. In 1980, Greece (two losses) faced West Germany (two wins) in their final game with neither team having anything to gain - it finished 0-0.

6. Not since 1995 have Greece lost three straight European Championship or World Cup game.

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7. Germany went out at the group stage as holders in 2000 but they still managed to pick up a point.

8. Every other team in the tournament has won a point - Switzerland had no points going into their last game and managed to get something.

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» There has been a first-half goal in Spain and Greece's last seven meetings.

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» If Spain win it will be their ninth consecutive victory.