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Here are the star players for the tournament:

Petr Cech (Czech Republic) - The best Nike Shoes in the world, bar none. Big Petr will be a formidable presence in goal for the under-rated Czechs, behind solid defenders in Rozenhal, Jankulovski, Grygera and Ujfalisi. With a relatively straightforward group to negotiate, the Czech Republic could finally live up to their perennial billing as dark horses.

Gianluigi Buffon (Italy) - Son of a discus-thrower and a weightlifter, Gigi was always going to be good with his hands. Buffon is the cornerstone of the tightest defence in world football, and will always prove good value for money. With Italy finding themselves drawn in the competition’s toughest group, though, will Buffon and co make the knockout stages?

Artur Boruc (Poland) - Poland’s most famous player, Boruc has been linked with a string of Europe’s top clubs. Artur seems quite happy in Glasgow, though, stirring up controversy at the drop of a hat. Best to avoid him this time - unless bonus points are introduced for making obscene gestures to the crowd.

Edwin van der Sar (Netherlands) - One of the world’s top ‘keepers for over a decade, Edwin is set to retire from international football after this tournament and will intend to bow out in style. There’s no doubting van der Sar’s technical ability, but the giant ‘keeper has become prone to the odd lapse of concentration as the years look to be catching up with him.

Iker Casillas (Spain) - Only 26, the Spain captain seems to have been playing at the top level forever. Spain’s group is fairly straightforward, but with Italy, the Netherlands and France lining up as potential quarter-final opponents, picking Casillas must be considered a calculated risk.

Ricardo Carvalho (Portugal) - Forget John Terry, the Portuguese is Chelsea’s best defender. If only Ricardo was English; not only would he shore up the defence, but Wazza would have to find another groin to ‘fall’ onto boot first at Nike Air Max crucial interludes of major tournaments. Portugal have an easy ride in the group stages, and Carvalho looks to represent great value.

Philipp Lahm (Germany) - The outstanding player in the outstanding defence of the tournament’s favourites. A right-footed left-back, he is equally at home on either flank. It’s little wonder that Manchester United and Barcelona are reportedly battling it out for his signature this summer.

Patrice Evra (France) - There’s no doubting Evra’s qualities, both attacking and defensive, but France have more quality left-backs than you can shake a flag of surrender at. With Evra, Abidal, Clichy, Silvestre and Nike Dunk more to choose from, Raymond Domenech is spoilt for choice. Evra will be great value if he plays, but Eric Abidal looks favourite for the number 3 shirt at present.

William Gallas (France) - Gallas is gaining a reputation as a moody and disruptive presence, but don’t let that fool you; the Frenchman is the best defender in the Premiership. Able to play anywhere across the back four, his adaptability will be invaluable, and, with over 50 caps already under his belt, Willy looks to be a nailed on starter for the French.