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Introduction

The UEFA European Championship, commonly referred to as the Euros, is a major international men's soccer tournament that takes place every four years. England, one of the traditional footballing powerhouses, has a long and storied history in the competition. In this article, we take a closer look at England's performance in the European Championship over the years.

The Early Years

England first qualified for the European Championship in 1968, but they failed to make it past the group stage. They then had to wait for another eight years to make their next appearance in the competition. In 1980, they managed to reach the group stage again but were unable to progress beyond it.

The Golden Generation

The best period in England's history in the European Championship came during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Led by the likes of David Beckham, Michael Owen, and Steven Gerrard, England reached the quarterfinals of the 1996 tournament. Four years later, they made it to the group stage once again before being eliminated at the group stage.

The Disappointments

England's performances in the European Championship since their golden period have been largely disappointing. They failed to qualify for the 2008 tournament altogether and were knocked out in the quarterfinals in both 2012 and 2016. The latter was particularly heartbreaking as they were eliminated by Iceland, a nation with a population of just 330,000.

Hopes for the Future

England's recent performances in international tournaments have been encouraging, and there is hope that they can do well in the 2021 edition of the Euros. They have a talented young squad, including the likes of Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford, and a manager in Gareth Southgate who has demonstrated an ability to build a cohesive team.

Conclusion

England has had a mixed history in the European Championship, with some highs and lows. While they will always be among the favorites to win such competitions, their recent disappointments demonstrate that they cannot take anything for granted. Regardless, fans of the Three Lions will be hoping for a successful run in the upcoming Euro 2021 tournament.