  urlLink Carrying the hopes of a nation After weeks of counting down, today marks the start of Euro 2004. Hosts Portugal kick things off against Greece this evening, while the one we've all been waiting for is just a day away. The 23 smart looking Englishmen and the 1 greying Swede above are genuinely thought to have a real chance of success this summer, but possibly the toughest test of all awaits them tomorrow night as they face France in their opening match. Expect a fascinating battle in the middle of the field as superstars Zidane, Vieira, Pires and Makelele take on the formidable Gerrard, Beckham, Scholes and Lampard. This should be a tight game and may be decided by just the one goal, so COME ON ENGLAND! YOU CAN DO IT! PUNDIT STEVE PREDICTS: England 1 (Owen) France 1 (Henry) 
