Ballack ensures Germany a last eight berth

Michael Ballack struck a thunderbolt free kick to send an unconvincing Germany through to the Euro 2008 quarter-finals with a 1-0 win over co-hosts Austria on Monday. Germany, needing to avoid......

Late penalty gives Austria draw with Poland

An injury-time penalty by Ivica Vastic earned co-hosts Austria a dramatic 1-1 draw with Poland at Euro 2008 on Thursday. A confident Vastic showed no sign of nerves as he sent goalkeeper Artur......

Austria squad

Alexander Manninger (AC Siena). Goalkeeper. Born 4.6.77. Caps 26. Goals 0. Still best known for a four-year stint as reserve keeper at Premier League club Arsenal, Manninger will be keen to show......

One surprise in Austrian squad

Austria coach Josef Hickersberger named his 23-man squad for Euro 2008 on Wednesday, adding Martin Harnik as a surprise fourth striker. Italy squad| Greece squadGermany squad Harnik, who has yet......

England win despite Beckham red card

Ten-man England ground out a precious 1-0 World Cup qualifying win over Austria in Manchester on Saturday despite a red card for captain David Beckham.Frank Lampard converted a 25th minute penalty......