Germany yearn for first title since 1996

Germany beat Belgium 3-1 on Tuesday to finish off a flawless campaign in which they qualified top of Group A and deservedly staked a claim for next year's title in Poland and Ukraine.

More than seven out of 10 Germans believe their team will win Euro 2012, according to a poll by German broadcaster ZDF on Wednesday.

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