Two Goals Against Portugal at Home Euros
Hakan Yakin scores both goals as Switzerland defeats Portugal 2-0 at Euro 2008, giving the co-host nation its first victory in a European Championship finals match.
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2008 in Switzerland
Explore 6 historical events and records for Switzerland in 2008.
Historical records for Switzerland in 2008
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Equaliser Against Turkey at Euros
Derdiyok started against Turkey during Euro 2008 and gave the Swiss attack a physical focal point; Hakan Yakin scored the home side’s goal in the 2-1 defeat.
HD 40307 Super-Earth System
Leads a team reporting three low-mass planets orbiting HD 40307.
HD 40307 Super-Earth System
Contributes to discovery of three super-Earth-mass planets around HD 40307.
Home European Championship Squad
Vonlanthen took part in Switzerland's preparations for its home European Championship, building on his reputation as an unusually young Euro goalscorer.
Swiss Banking Crisis Responses
During Couchepin's presidency, the federal authorities helped stabilise UBS amid the global financial crisis.
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