"Most Important Night In Ukrainian Football History"

Ukraina - Ukraine website - Antonio Guarino

If you haven't yet had a chance to see the opening ceremonies for the First Match of the EURO 2012 games for the Ukrainian team, make sure you take a minute.  Commentators couldn't but be thrilled with the stupendous atmosphere.  Join the crowd and see for yourself!  Here is football.ua's photo to prove the point. 

http://www.tsn.ca/window/Euro2012/index.html#clipid_699879

And as far as the criticism of the games goes, more people are appreciating the improvements Ukraine has made in transportation, housing and general services.  An article from Kiev Post indicates that the Sweden team is actually enjoying the amenities, and though it is not perfect, certainly it is making for an exciting games.   http://www.kyivpost.com/content/ukraine/high-hopes.html