Saturday 7 June 2008

Switzerland vs Czech Republic Gallery 1

Switzerland 0 - 1 Czech Republic
Group A, 7th June 2008


Swiss striker Alexander Frei (centre) had two good efforts saved in the early stages of the opening Euro 2008 clash.


Switzerland's young winger Tranquillo Barnetta (right) chases the ball down with experienced Czech defender Tomas Ujfalusi.


Swizterland's winger Valon Behrami (left) and Milan full-back Marek Jankulovski of the Czech Republic fight hard.


Swiss skipper Alexander Frei weeps after injuring his knee, which means he will miss the rest of the tournament.


The veteran Czech big man Jan Koller trudges off past coach Karel Bruckner after failing to shine.


Substitute Vaclav Sverkos latches onto a ball over the top in the box and prods it past the Swiss keeper.


Sverkos wheels away as the Czechs hold on after Johan Vonlanthen's shot hits the crossbar late on for the co-hosts.

source: itv

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