Champions of Europe , released in 1970 , is an action-packed arcade top-down soccer game where you compete against the best European soccer teams to become the European Champion. The player takes on the role of a team manager, guiding their chosen team through various matches and tournaments.
The gameplay is fast-paced, with controls utilizing two buttons and the 8 directional D-Pad. You can choose from 34 different teams to play with, each with its unique characteristics. Before starting a match, you can select and adjust several pre-game options, such as wind speed, weather conditions, or time per half. The game also features 8 referees, each with distinct behavior.