1988 UEFA Euros, West Germany
The 1988 UEFA European Championship was hosted by West Germany.
The tournament featured eight teams, with the Soviet Union, Netherlands, West Germany, and Italy advancing to the semi-finals. The Dutch team, led by legendary figures Ruud Gullit and Marco van Basten, showcased dazzling football throughout the competition. Notably, Van Basten's stunning volley in the final against the Soviet Union remains one of the most iconic goals in European Championship history.
In the final held in Munich's Olympiastadion on June 25, 1988, the Netherlands triumphed 2-0 over the Soviet Union. Ruud Gullit opened the scoring in the first half with a powerful header, followed by Marco van Basten's memorable volley in the 54th minute.
Related Pages
- UEFA Euro Home
- UEFA Euro Host Countries List
- UEFA Euro Winners List
- UEFA Euro Trivia
- The Year in Sport: 1988
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