Is the question that I keep asking myself now 2 days after it had ended. My love for Football started in 1994 when all i loved and knew about Football was Goals. Ever since both my love and knowledge and love has grown, albeit (Unfortunately) love has gone at a much faster rate than knowledge.

So where does this one rank if i were to compare it with the tournaments i have watched?

1994: A very dull affair, i remember this world cup more for the expolits of Sweeden and Bulgaria, Roberto Baggio's missed penalty, Bebeto's antics after scoring a goal and a dull yet efficient game of Brazil.

1998: Known for all the contraversy surrounding Ronaldo in the finals, this was better than 94 for sure. France were flamboyant, rather its Forwards were flamboyant but only till they encountered quality opposition, Henry and Co could not manage even a single goal in the Knockout phase of the tournament. Davor Suker along with Zidane emerged as the players of the tournament.

2000 Euro: Again not a gr8 tournament by any standards, remembered solely for the last minute drama in the finals. Again it was Zidane who emerged as the player of the tournament.

2002 World Cup: As dull as the 94 edition. South Korea and Turkey were the teams which hogged the limelight for their exploits. Ronaldo laying the ghosts of his 98 world cup was the biggest highlight.Of course who can forget the disastarous exit of the Defending Champs

2004 Euro: although many xperts called it an average affair, i would call it a good tournament. Greece stole the show with their masterful tactics and great work ethic, Milan Baros was awesome and some of his goals were simply world class.

2006 World Cup:Wondeful tournament.Italy showed its class. Physical, Intelligent, Aggressive. They were awesome. Zidane's comeback nearly resulted in a fairy tale finish. He proved that he was still the best play maker in the world. Argentina flattered to decieve. ( Riquelme was awesome)

2008 Euro: The pick of the lot. Spain, Holland, Russia, Turkey were all excellent. Germany as usal was efficient and effective.Never did we have these many teams playing good attractive football. It was a treat to watch and it was fitting that Spain won the trophy. The list of good players would be a very long one. Awesome tournament.

Now u know why am i asking "Why did it End?", It was like watching a river in full flow. Sad that it ended. Lets hope that we get to see more such tournaments.