NEW : The Greek national team 's win in Euro 2012 is a welcome distraction . Greek voters are preparing to go to the polls Sunday in a pivotal election . Observers say the country 's future in the euro currency union hangs in the balance . The left - wing ruling party has threatened to resign on the terms of Greece 's independence .
NEW : The Greek soccer team 's win in Euro 2012 provides a welcome distraction . Greek voters are preparing to go to the polls Sunday in a pivotal election . Observers say the country 's future in the euro currency union hangs in the balance . The left-wing Syriza party has threatened to renege on the terms of Greece 's bailout .