As with the actual tournament there are two groups of four teams in the first stage, moving on to two semi-finals and culminating in the final.

The player can choose to play as any country in Europe (as of the time of production), which is selected from a map screen.

The match is viewed from a 75° angle, and there is the option of where to place the pitch radar if the player wishes to have it on the screen at all.

The directional pad allows for player movement and for applying "aftertouch" to a shot or pass.

There is the ability to change the formation while in possession of the ball, but this is considered impractical during gameplay[2]On the introduction animation there is an uptempo soundtrack.