Riot is a self-proclaimed pest. Having fallen for Europe as a young boy, he is a regular critic of both politicians and journalists and tries to the European debate whenever possible.

Riot is a self-proclaimed pest. Having fallen for Europe as a young boy, he is a regular critic of both politicians and journalists and tries to join the European debate whenever possible

It’s only human to resort to the supranatural in a match, in the hope of gaining extra help from beyond. How effective can prayers and rituals be when Spain take on Germany on 29 June

On 26 June Russia square up to Spain in the second Euro 2008 semi-final, after Germany kicked Turkey out in Vienna the night before. How did Russia become European favourites?

On 26 June every year, the United Nations organises an International Day to combat the abuse and illegal trafficking of drugs; a chance to take stock of the opium’s route towards Europe