I’ve noted previously how Champions League matches in the former Yugoslavia generally have a burning cauldron atmosphere. http://teamhandballnews.com/news.php?item.615 The Women’s European Championships which are about to conclude in Macedonia have been no exception, especially when the home side faced former countrymen Serbia or Croatia. The Macedonians were able to beat those rivals, but lost to Russia, Germany and Sweden. Here are several youtube videos which showcase the atmosphere.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oc6T7jQbEQw&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_0J1XNiXzc&feature=related