Torres Scores at Inter Milan
Torres scores in Liverpool's 1–0 victory over Inter Milan at San Siro, sealing progress under Benítez to the Champions League quarter-finals.
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
2008 in Spain
Explore 18 historical events and records for Spain in 2008.
Historical records for Spain in 2008
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March
June
European Championship Player of Tournament
Is named player of the European Championship.
European Championship Victory
Guides Spain to victory over Germany in the final.
European Championship Victory
Captains Spain to European Championship victory over Germany.
European Championship Victory
Helps Spain defeat Germany in the European Championship final.
European Championship Victory
Helps Spain win the European Championship final.
Spain Captain Lifts Trophy
Becomes the first Spain captain lifting a major trophy since 1964.
Spain Ends Major Trophy Wait
Wins the country's first major senior title since 1964.
Spain Midfield Champion
Contributes creative midfield play throughout the title-winning campaign.
Spain Midfield Recognition
Directs Spain's possession play throughout the title-winning tournament.
Spain Right-Back Champion
Provides defensive strength and attacking width from right-back.
Other events (month unknown)
Astana
Winner of the Astana
Negredo Scores for Newly Promoted Almería
Negredo's goals help Almería finish an impressive eighth in its first La Liga season under Emery.
Torres First Liverpool League Season Scoring
Fernando Torres scored 24 Premier League goals in his debut Liverpool season, establishing himself as one of England's leading centre-forwards.
Tour de France
Winner of the Tour de France, 5th time
Valencia Appointment
Becomes Valencia manager after successful work with Almeria.
Valencia Head Coach
Leads the club through repeated qualification for European competition.
Vuelta a Espana
Winner of the Vuelta a Espaca
How these records were prepared
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