Status: Knocked out

First Euro 2008 game: Against Romania, June 9

France field both youth and experience up-front with a choice of Nicolas Anelka, Thierry Henry and relatively unknown Bafetimbi Gomis playing the frequently chosen role of lone striker.

Additionally they have the precise pace of Franck Ribry in midfield arguably the best winger in the world. Unless that is, you ask a Manchester United supporter.