UEFA EURO reporter's view: Hungary

Squad analysis
Hungary have changed little since the EURO qualifiers. Their strengths lie in the squad's unity and spirit – with no superstars around, competition for places is high and a sense of equality pervades the ranks. However, the lack of world-class talent is obviously a hindrance on the field, and though the side are consistently tight defensively, Hungary struggle to score goals and rely heavily on captain Balázs Dzsudzsák's set pieces.

• Hungary on the offensive with EURO squad

One to watch
László Kleinheisler was plucked from the Hungarian third division last November to start the play-off first leg against Norway in Oslo, a game in which he struck a fairy-tale winning goal. Now 22, the former Videoton playmaker has moved to Werder Bremen and is never afraid to attempt an expansive pass or shot from distance.

How they'll play
Coach Bernd Storck favours a 4-2-3-1 formation with most places in the team already taken. Gábor Király, 40, will start in goal behind a back four of Tamás Kádár, Ádám Lang, Richárd Guzmics and Attila Fiola which will be shielded by young Ádám Nagy and one from Zoltán Gera, Ákos Elek and Ádám Pintér. Balázs Dzsudzsák starts on one side of the attacking three with László Kleinheisler in the No10 role and either Krisztián Németh or Gergő Lovrencsics on the other flank, behind a lone striker in Ádám Szalai or Tamás Priskin.

What you won't know
Hungary have something of a secret weapon. If they require a slightly less mobile but direct attacking presence when chasing a game, the Hungarian top flight's top scorer Dániel Böde is the go-to man. Notably, the 29-year-old came off the bench to net twice against the Faroe Islands last October.

How they'll do
Hungary's spirit and experience of playing together should give them a chance against anyone. The question is whether they can score goals and if they have the composure to maintain leads at the end of matches. My hope is for a hard-fought campaign and progress to the second phase as one of the best third-placed teams.

Your most memorable EURO moment
Walking up the road to Coimbra's stadium to watch England v Switzerland at UEFA EURO 2004 in Portugal. It was my 21st birthday and I was on the phone receiving news that I'd passed my university degree back in the UK. One or more shandies may have been consumed that night to celebrate England's 3-0 ensuing win – and help me forget I now needed to start looking for a job!

What you're most looking forward to this summer
The eclectic mix of teams, some of them appearing at their first EURO – or their first for a very long time. With improvements in sports science, training and organisation, the gap has narrowed between the top nations and the rest, especially in tournament football, so choosing who will lift the trophy is harder than ever.

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