Spain became European champions for the second time after Fernando Torres's first-half goal in Vienna proved enough to defeat Germany in the final of UEFA EURO 2008.


Spectators watch the closing ceremony prior to the final between Germany and Spain.


Performers take part in the closing ceremony prior to the final.


German (left) players and Spanish players pose for photographers ahead of the national anthems.


Spain's Fernando Torres scores the opening goal past Germany goalkeeper Jens Lehmann (left) as Germany's Philipp Lahm looks on.


The Spain team huddles around goal-scorer Fernando Torres.


King Juan Carlos of Spain (left) and UEFA President Michel Platini (right) comfort Germany's Michael Ballack after his team lost to Spain.


Spanish goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas, surrounded by teammates, holds up the Euro 2008 trophy after Spain won the final 1-0 over Germany.


Fernando Torres of Spain lifts the trophy with teammates after winning the Euro 2008 title.


Spanish players pose for a team photograph.


Fernando Torres of Spain holds the national flag after winning the title for Spain.

This was a wonderful match and although I was with Spain both teams played beautifully.Congratulations to both Germany and Spain...


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