1998 UEFA European Under-16 Championship
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The 1998 UEFA European Under-16 Championship was the 16th edition of UEFA's European Under-16 Football Championship. Scotland hosted the championship, during 26 April – 8 May 1998. Players born on or after 1 January 1981 were eligible to participate in this competition (the age limit was previously in August). 16 teams entered the competition, and Republic of Ireland defeated Italy in the final to win the competition for the first time.
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Tournament details | |
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Host country | Scotland |
Dates | 26 April – 8 May |
Teams | 16 (from 1 confederation) |
Final positions | |
Champions | Republic of Ireland (1st title) |
Runners-up | Italy |
Third place | Spain |
Fourth place | Portugal |
Tournament statistics | |
Matches played | 32 |
Goals scored | 70 (2.19 per match) |
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