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JERMAINE JENAS accused Rio Ferdinand of lying as the two had an awkward disagreement during France’s win over Portugal.The spat was sparked after Ferdinand poured praise on William Saliba’s defending at half-time.Rio Ferdinand and Jermaine Jenas had a spat over William SalibaThe Arsenal defender impressed against PortugalFerdinand lauded the Arsenal star for his performances in what is his first major international football tournament, and highlighted some key moments where he impressed.But Jenas disagreed and argued Saliba was merely carrying out simple tasks expected of a defender.Ferdinand did not back down and had support from colleague Jose Fonte, who pointed out Jenas was talking from a midfielder’s perspective.That prompted Ferdinand to say: “Yeah, this is a midfielder talking who was always shouting, ‘Where are you? Can you get up? Can you help me?”READ MORE ON EURO 2024Jenas hit back, saying: “That’s a lie. That is a lie. There’s only one person who defenders call on when they’re in trouble, and it’s a midfielder.”The BBC pundit accepted Saliba had been “class”, but pointed out Portugal failed to test him.Roberto Martinez’s side produced just five shots on target as they crashed out of the Euros on penalties.Former Chelsea loanee Joao Felix missed the vital spot-kick in the shoot-out as France converted each of their five penalties to go through.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWho is Euro 2024’s sexiest star?EURO 2024 has something for everyone from stunning goals, thrilling matches… and the continent’s biggest hunks, writes Jack Figg.Several stars have lit up the group stages with their skills on the pitch – but others are also catching the eye for their looks.But who is the sexiest?Thankfully AI boffins have carried out an analysis on the facial attractiveness of all players at the tournament.And it’s bad news for Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions who are the fourth UGLIEST in the competition – one place below Scotland.In fact it’s England’s group rivals Serbia who have fans swooning the most – boasting an average score of 77.90/100 with defender Strahinja Pavlovic deemed their most attractive.While Turkey defender Mert Muldur has been ranked as the tournament’s BEST-LOOKING player.But who is England’s sexiest star, and who makes the Euros’ hunkiest XI? Read our full story.They will play Spain in the semi-final where they will likely need to improve to progress after failing to score a goal of their own from open play in the tournament so far.Two own goals and a Kylian Mbappe penalty have been enough for them to reach the last four, prompting criticism from Ferdinand.BBC brutally troll Cristiano Ronaldo live on TV with pun about penalty miss during Portugal’s win over Slovenia More

GARY LINEKER stunned a pundit with a “very unusual question” about Cristiano Ronaldo live on TV.But the response was almost as unusual – as it wrong-footed Lineker and had the BBC studio experts all bursting into laughter.Cristiano Ronaldo, pictured trying to break through for Portugal against Slovenia, was the subject of a curious exchange on the BBCCredit: GettyGary Lineker’s question might not have been phrased as he meantThe England legend was keen to get inside information on how Ronaldo ticks ahead of Portugal’s Euro 2024 clash with Slovenia.Ron, 39, went into the last-16-tie on his worst-ever run of seven games during international tournaments without a goal.And Lineker believed he had just the man to quiz over the Al-Nassr striker’s incredible physical and mental abilities.Ex-Portugal defender Jose Fonte, who won Euro 2016 with Ronaldo, was on the BBC panel alongside Alan Shearer and Micah Richards.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Lineker first saluted ex-Manchester United hero Ron as the “best No9 ever” for movement in and around the box.He then asked 40-year-old Fonte: “Jose, obviously you know him well, what’s it like up close and personal with Ronaldo?”Fonte, such an unruffled character on the pitch, replied instantly: “Well that’s a very unusual question!”Cue hysterics from Shearer, Richards and Co.Most read in FootballEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYBruno Alves, Pepe, Fonte and Ron helped Portugal win Euro 2016Credit: Getty – ContributorBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSLineker even appeared something close to embarrassed – at least compared to his high standards of unflappability.But he quickly managed to clarify his query.Watch horror moment Cristiano Ronaldo avoids being two-footed by fan by inches after Portugal’s shock Euro 2024 defeat He said: “I didn’t mean it to sound so personal!  I meant it as a person.”Doesn’t he bring his own team with him?”Normality was restored as Fonte revealed the lengths Ronaldo goes to so that he can ensure peak conditioningThe ex-Crystal Palace, Southampton and West Ham ace, who still plays for Braga, said: “Yes he does. That’s why he’s one of the best ever. “He’s so methodical on his approach to his body. So he’s always in the best condition to play a football match.”Apart from that, he’s a very relaxed guy who likes to joke, likes to train hard and likes to score goals.”However, Ron might not be TOO relaxed while his Portugal drought continues.READ MORE SUN STORIESUnderdogs Slovenia certainly made it hard for him with brilliant defending as they took Monday’s contest to extra time after a goalless draw.But he was redeemed after missing a penalty in extra time before scoring in the shoot-out as Portugal sneaked through. More

GARY LINEKER made a cheeky joke about the furore surrounding his England criticism.The BBC pundit called the Three Lions’ performance against Denmark “s**t” which saw Harry Kane bite back in a press conference.Gary Lineker laughs at his own jokeCredit: BBCHarry Kane took issue with some pundits’ commentsCredit: Paul EdwardsAnd Lineker referenced the headline-grabbing exchange at half-time in Italy’s clash with Croatia, which ended in a dramatic draw.During a segment previewing England’s final Euro 2024 group game against Slovenia tomorrow, Lineker said “If Albania fail to win tonight, England are officially through to the last 16.”Because even if they lose tomorrow they will go through as one of the best third-placed teams.”I wish people would stop being so critical of them.”READ MORE EUROS NEWSEarlier, Three Lions chief Gareth Southgate insisted he had not paid any attention to Lineker’s comments.”I haven’t heard what he said. I have heard one word.”That is the world we are in. I am oblivious to it, it is not important to me at all. “What is important to me is I have to guide this set of players confidently through the terrain that is the tournament.Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY”We are a high profile team and we have expectations and we fully understand everything we do will be scrutinised. “I am very comfortable living that life. I don’t need to engage in the external because I am my own biggest critic and I think our players are as well.Harry Kane bites back at Lineker and Co over ‘s***’ Denmark jibes and reminds ex-England stars they never won anything’We’re struggling with and without the ball’, admits Harry Kane

HARRY KANE admits England “haven’t been good enough” at the Euros.
Here’s what skipper Kane said after the disappointing 1-1 draw with Denmark:
“We’re struggling with and without the ball.
“The pressing in both games hasn’t been quite right. We haven’t been good enough, from top to bottom, from me to Picks (Jordan Pickford).
“Everyone is dropping below their level a bit, in terms of retaining the ball, playing under pressure.
“We know there’ll be a bit of noise and disappointment back home.
“But it’s a time to stay calm and we’ll get there step by step.
“It wasn’t our greatest game but we got away with draw.
“We are starting games well. But when the teams are dropping a few players deeper we are not quite sure how to get the pressure on, and who is the one who is supposed to be going.”
“In the second half, we changed it with me and Jude (Bellingham)  playing in front of their two midfielders. But it was difficult.”

“There is nothing to be gained from us listening to external criticism. We know what we have done well and are very honest about that. “We know where we need to improve and we are brutally honest about that.”That is how you coach a team and improve performance.”Pundits and legends lay into EnglandENGLAND’s lifeless display in the 1-1 draw with Denmark left pundits and legends queuing up to take a dig at Gareth Southgate’s team.
Here’s the best of what was said…
ALAN SHEARER
“Awful performance, particularly after going up in the game.
“I don’t think one England player can look at themselves and say, ‘I’ve done my job tonight’.
“England were all over the place, far too sloppy in possession, gave the ball away too much and got caught too many times.
“There was no energy, no pace, no guile — Southgate is simply not getting the best out of England’s best players.
“It’s concerning and Gareth will get some serious questions.
“You saw England players lying on their backs — they look absolutely shattered but there’s no excuse for that.”
GARY LINEKER
The BBC host called the performance “lifeless and tepid”.
On Harry Kane he said: “He needs his manager to ask more of him. I would have expected that if I’d put in that kind of performance.”
RIO FERDINAND
“The players don’t look the same as they do for their clubs. It is a big concern.”
ROY KEANE
“Courage and bravery, we’re not really seeing it.
“There’s something amiss with the balance. Bellingham is waving his arms.
“This is a big test for Gareth. It looks like he’s overthinking things.”
JAMIE CARRAGHER
“My big worry watching this and for the rest of the tournament?
“England look absolutely knackered. They can’t get close to the ball.
“The surest sign of fatigue is dropping deep.
“Declan Rice is having to cover so much ground. No-one can convince me this is a strategy.”
JACK WILSHERE
“It’s strange that we have taken the lead in both games so far, yet instead of it settling us down and giving us the confidence to play, we have failed to take control.
“But what was most worrying was that Denmark had a clear way of playing — while we didn’t.” More

MICAH RICHARDS launched a passionate defence of Phil Foden.The Manchester City starlet was not at his best in the 1-0 win over Serbia but kept his place against Denmark.Micah Richards is a huge fan of Phil FodenCredit: BBCRio Ferdinand named three players ahead of him in the pecking orderCredit: BBCPhil Foden has struggled to make an impactCredit: GettyRichards thinks Foden, 24, can be England’s best player.The BBC pundit, 35, said: “He’s frustrated. Phil Foden is the best player in this team in the tight spaces. “Get the ball to him as soon as possible.”You do not want him in this position, he cannot hurt the opposition in this position [when he is too wide or withdrawn].READ MORE ON EURO 2024″He can do it on the right or on the left. He can make these runs in behind because he’s so intelligent. “Then it’s about putting the ball across, which he can do.”The key is to play to your best players as quick as possible who can cause the opposition damage, and we’re not doing that.”The difference is when you watch [Jude] Bellingham, shoulders out. He’s demanding it, controlling it.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We need Phil Foden to show that personality now and show people how good of a player he is.”Richards used clips of Foden not receiving the ball when begging for it to make his case.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYEngland fans stunned as Denmark level against Three Lions at Euro 2024But Rio Ferdinand, 45, thinks the blame lies at the City playmaker’s feet.He said: “I think he’s demanding it and shouting after. When someone is on the ball, you’ve got to be telling them then.”When the ball is released and passed he’s frustrated and it shows. “You’ve got to be shouting before the ball comes and if it doesn’t, go and tell people directly, ‘Give me the ball.’Meet England’s Euro 2024 Wags
England Wags range from childhood sweethearts to recently blossoming love stories.
Katie Goodland (Harry Kane’s wife)
The fitness instructor has been married to the England captain since 2019 and joined him in Germany with their four children after he joined Bayern Munich.
Laura Celia Valk (Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend)
The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million Instagram followers and is said to be absolutely smitten with the Real Madrid star.
Rebecca Cooke (Phil Foden’s girlfriend)
Foden’s childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two kids tends to keep out of the spotlight, but is a regular at England games.
Dani Dyer (Jarrod Bowen’s girlfriend)
England’s most famous Wag, former Love Island winner and daughter of Eastenders’ Danny Dyer.
Iris Law (Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend)
Dani Dyer isn’t the only actor’s daughter dating an England star. Iris’ dad is Hollywood legend Jude Law.
Megan Davison (Jordan Pickford’s wife)
Megan has been with Pickford since he was 14 years old. The couple married in 2022 and have one son.
Olivia Naylor (John Stones’ girlfriend)
The 33-year-old former beautician has stepped back from her role after giving birth to a baby son.
Read more about the Wags who will be supporting England at Euro 2024 here

“Play to your best players in those positions. The team sometimes need to talk about that.”Teams identify who is your best player and talk about it in the changing rooms and in the games, ‘Get the ball to him’. “He is that at Man City but he isn’t that at England right now. They’re playing to Jude first, Harry [Kane] first, [Bukayo] Saka before him.” More

STEPHEN WARNOCK almost made an all-time gaffe live on air.The BBC pundit was on the mic for Slovenia’s draw with Serbia.Stephen Warnock luckily caught himself just in timeCredit: GettyThe game finished in a wild finaleCredit: AlamyAnd he stopped himself moments from disaster while discussing a dull period in the game.Warnock said: “It has come to life and thank F… thank goodness for that.”Fans managed to fill in the blanks and a recording of the near-disaster was shared on X with the caption: “Stephen Warnock’s BBC career just flashed before his eyes.”A football fan commented: “Listened to this live at work and was chuckling away to myself.”READ MORE ON EURO 2024Another added: “You can break the opposition’s ankles with a mid-syllable pivot like that.””I thought that’s what he said,” a third replied with three crying laughing emojis.Thankfully for Warnock he stopped in his tracks – and the game roared into life in the second half.Slovenia looked to have secured victory with a breakaway goal thanks to an incredible run by right-back Zan Karnicnik with 21 minutes left.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut a header from AC Milan’s Luka Jovic sparked chaotic scenes in the crowd at Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena.Before the game, Serbian FA bosses slammed UEFA and said they were ready to take the squad home in protest at chants aimed at their country by rival Croatia and Albania fans in an earlier match.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYFour Lions singing outside England v Denmark stadium pre gameSerbian FA general secretary Jovan Surbatovic said: “What happened is scandalous and we will ask UEFA for sanctions, even at the cost of not continuing the competition.”We will request UEFA to punish the federations of both teams.”We don’t want to participate in that, but if UEFA doesn’t punish them, we will think about how to proceed.”The draw was a boost for England ahead of their clash with Denmark. More