The first ever Euro match in 1960
Set against a backdrop of political turmoil and mass withdrawals, the first European Championship finals included just four teams. What was then called the European Nations Cup, it featured hosts France, Yugoslavia, Czechoslovakia and the Soviet Union.
In early July 1960, Yugoslavia faced hosts France in the opening game and won a 5-4 thriller in the Parc des Princes, Paris.
The Soviet Union went on to be crowned champions after beating Yugoslavia 2-1 in the final. After such humble beginnings, the tournament has gone from strength to strength, now with 24 teams competing.