However, Arshavin could not repeat the heroics in the semi-final against eventual winners Spain, which Russia lost 3–0. Despite this, Arshavin was named in UEFA's squad for Euro 2008. He, along with the rest of the Russian team, received a bronze medal.
Arshavin's performance in the semi-final against Spain, where Russia lost 3–0, was not repeated. Despite this, Arshavin was included in UEFA's squad for Euro 2008. He and the rest of the Russian team received a bronze medal.