Group B: Greece

Some had wondered whether Otto Rehhagel had outlived his usefulness. Success in Euro 2004 was followed by failure to qualify for the World Cup in 2006 or Euro 2008. The Greek FA remained patient, though, and Rehhagel repaid their faith with a first World Cup qualification since 1994.

âÂÂThis is fantastic,â said Dimitris Salpigidis, who scored the winner in the play-off victory over Ukraine. âÂÂItâÂÂs a massive success for us, and something for Greeks all over the world to celebrate. All those people who have made negative comments about us now have their answer.âÂÂ

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