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      Watch ITV presenter score WORLDIE against Rio Ferdinand in win over BBC as fans say ‘Gareth has a big decision to make’

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      RIO FERDINAND stopped some of the planet’s finest forwards back in his heyday – but he was powerless to prevent a worldie from ITV presenter Mark Pougatch.Both BBC and their rival UK broadcaster have taken star-studded punditry teams out to Germany for Euro 2024.ITV host Mark Pougatch stole the show in a match against BBCCredit: GettyHe pulled the trigger from distance during the clash between the two channelsCredit: ITVPougatch’s shot flew past ex-England star Rio Ferdinand in the goalCredit: ITVRoy Keane was left swearing and screaming at Gary Neville in the gameCredit: XSpearheading the Beeb’s coverage of Euro 2024 is Gary Lineker, who has been calling on the expertise of the likes of Alan Shearer, Ferdinand, Micah Richards and Jermaine Jenas.Leading the charge for ITV is Pougatch, who has been breaking down the games along with Arsenal and Manchester United legends Ian Wright, Roy Keane and Gary Neville.Last week Ferdinand revealed that, even though they work for rival broadcasters, the BBC and ITV pundits are much closer than many people think.However, the former Manchester United and England defender may not feel that way much longer after he found himself going viral for the wrong reasons.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The two rival broadcasting teams lined up against each other yesterday in what turned out to be a full-throttle match in Germany.Stars like Richards and Izzy Christiansen turned out for the BBC while Neville, Keane and Jill Scott were among those competing for bragging rights with ITV.A host more former players rolled back the years to take part in the six-a-side contest – but it was Pougatch who was the unlikely star of the show.ITV’s X account shared a clip from the contest showing him drilling home left-footed from just near the halfway line after it up nicely for him.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe pulled the trigger to send the ball whizzing straight past the despairing Ferdinand in goal and into the bottom corner.And that was enough to help fire his team to a 16-14 triumph.Watch Roy Keane scream and swear at Gary Neville as he’s left on the floor during BBC vs ITV football match at Euro 2024Who 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.Fans were quick to react to the goal clip, and the scorer’s reaction to it, on X.One wrote: “Love the swagger Pougatch pulls out after scoring that.”A second said: “Always knew you had this in your locker Pougers!”Another joked: “More like Mark Puskas!”A fourth said: “Rio went down in instalments.”As a fifth added: “Take about a worldie!”However, that was not the only big talking point from the game.Keane showed he still possesses the fire in his belly as he screamed and swore at Neville during the “friendly” match.The duo played together at Manchester United, winning numerous trophies including the 1999 Treble.But there was little love lost between the pair as Keane barked at Neville from the sideline.BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros TownsendThe latter lost out in a duel as the BBC scored a crucial goal, leaving him on the floor.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Keane did not hold back as he launched an X-rated rant at Neville, yelling: “Nev! F*****g get tighter!“You show him the line, you’ve got to stop the shot.” More

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      Watch Roy Keane scream and swear at Gary Neville as he’s left on the floor during BBC vs ITV football match at Euro 2024

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      ROY KEANE showed he’s still got it as he screamed and swore at Gary Neville during the BBC vs ITV “friendly” match at Euro 2024.Pundits and staff from the two rival broadcasters lined up against each other in what turned out to be a full-throttle match in Germany.Roy Keane was left swearing and screaming at Gary NevilleNeville was floored during an ITV vs BBC staff matchThere was no love lost between the ITV team-matesStars like Micah Richards and Izzy Christiansen lined up for the BBC.While Neville, Keane and Jill Scott were among those competing for bragging rights with ITV.However, just because they were on the same side, it did not stop Neville and Keane from clashing.The duo played together at Manchester United, winning numerous trophies including the 1999 Treble.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut there was little love lost between the pair as Keane barked at Neville from the sideline.The latter lost out in a duel as the BBC scored a crucial goal, leaving him on the floor.And Keane did not hold back as he launched an X-rated rant at Neville.The Irishman yelled: “Nev! F*****g get tighter!Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERS“You show him the line, you’ve got to stop the shot.”With the final result not revealed publicly, ITV eventually appeared to claim bragging rights with a cheeky message to the BBC on Instagram. Gary Neville and Roy Keane reveal Sir Alex Ferguson’s ‘teacher’s pet’ who ‘got away with refusing to play’ for Man UtdA comment in one post read: “Better luck next time guys.”The game was certainly full of drama, with Richards proving his worth between the sticks.The CBS Sports ace managed to save a penalty from Scott after being goaded by Neville.However, Richards was unable to cling on to the ball.And Keane rushed in to poke the ball home in what may have been the matchwinning goal.Micah Richards saved a penalty from Jill Scott but Keane scored the reboundRichards gave a less-than-inspiring pre-match talkRichards also gave a less-than-inspiring pre-match talk to team-mates, saying: “Today we know they’re better than us.“But it doesn’t matter, it’s all about what you’ve got inside.“I want you to look at the person to your left, now to the right. This is the spirit.“It’s all about trust, togetherness and leadership.”READ MORE SUN STORIESTeam-mate Christiansen then said: “There’s a lot of history in Berlin, but we f*****g create our own.”This prompted Richards to explode in joy, shouting: “Exactly! Come on!”BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More

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      BBC release statement after backlash over ‘Misstiano Penaldo’ caption after Cristiano Ronaldo’s Euro 2024 penalty miss

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      THE BBC has responded to criticism about a “Misstiano Penaldo” caption that was put on screen during Portugal’s Euro 2024 last-16 match against Slovenia last week.Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo, 39, was left in tears after missing a crucial penalty in extra time.The BBC used a ‘Misstiano Penaldo’ caption live on TVCristiano Ronaldo was left in tears after missing a crucial penalty against SloveniaCredit: GettyHis team went on to win the match on penalties, but BBC Sport pundits were quick to recap the five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s failed attempt at full-time.While a clip of the miss was being shown, a caption reading ‘Misstiano Penaldo’ appeared on screen.Fans were left stunned, while former Chelsea captain John Terry branded it a “disgrace” on social media.The BBC has now issued a statement about the cheeky comment, insisting that it was simply a light-hearted joke.Read More on Euro 2024The statement read: “The caption was simply intended as a play on words, which we have done many times before on Match Of The Day analysis graphics. There was no offence intended toward Cristiano Ronaldo.”In fact, throughout the programme we spoke favourably about Ronaldo on a number of occasions, including:”1. In the pre-match build-up when Jose Fonte highlighted Ronaldo’s dedication to training, saying it’s why ‘he’s one of the best-ever’.”2. At half-time Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer did a long analysis run on Ronaldo’s movement, praising it as ‘absolutely fantastic’.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”3. After the penalty shoot-out, Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer both referenced Ronaldo’s courage and self-belief to step forward and take a penalty.”At no point were the pundits overly critical of Ronaldo and in the context of the programme overall, the tone was consistently respectful towards him.Why Cristiano Ronaldo cried at Euro 2024″However, we appreciate some viewers were unhappy with the graphic and the feedback has been passed on to the production team to help inform their work going forward.”Portugal beat Slovenia 3-0 on penalties following a 0-0 draw to progress to the quarter-finals.However, they lost the following shootout 5-3 after a goalless draw with France.Joao Felix hit the post with his effort against Les Bleus as Roberto Martínez’s side crashed out of the tournament. More

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      England fans ‘crying’ at Alan Shearer’s four-word ‘most iconic line in commentary’ during win over Switzerland

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      ENGLAND fans were left in stitches by Alan Shearer’s iconic line of commentary in the win over Switzerland.The pundit featured on the BBC’s coverage of the Euro 2024 quarter-final as a co-commentary alongside Guy Mowbray.Alan Shearer delivered an iconic line of commentaryThe pundit praised England’s penalty shoot-out heroesCredit: AlamyAnd he was full of praise for the Three Lions after they defeated Switzerland in a penalty shoot-out, converting all five spot kicks.Shearer praised the composure of penalty takers Cole Palmer, Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka, Ivan Toney and Trent Alexander-Arnold, while delivery an iconic line of commentary.He said: “Palmer, Bellingham, Saka, Toney, Trent. Pressure? What pressure? Pressure is for tyres!”This is a different generation. They don’t feel it. They had the belief.”READ MORE ON EURO 2024Fans loved the quip about tyres and many found Shearer’s comment hilarious.One reacted saying: “‘What pressure? Pressure is for tyres.’ I am crying 😭😭😭”Another added: “Alan Shearer delivering the most iconic line in commentary: “Pressure is for TYRES”.A third wrote: “Did Alan Shearer just say “pressure is for tyres”? 😂”Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEngland player ratings: Saka the saviour for Three Lions but subbed Kane stuggles in penalties thriller vs SwitzerlandBUKAYO SAKA showed huge courage as he dug England out of a hole and through on penalties against Switzerland, writes Tom Barclay.The Three Lions looked to be going out when Breel Embolo had put Swiss ahead on 75 minutes.But Arsenal star Saka dragged England back into five minutes later with a stunning effort off the post.To penalties it went – just like it did between these two sides five years ago in the Nations League.And just like back then, Jordan Pickford made a save – repelling the Swiss’s first effort from Manuel Akanji.England were perfect from then on, with Cole Palmer, Jude Bellignam, Saka, Ivan Toney and finally Trent Alexander-Arnold sending the Three Lions into the semi-final.Here’s how the players rated…Jordan Pickford: 7Had his heart in his mouth when Xherdan Shaqiri’s corner deep into extra-time hit the post and bar, but then pulled off a smart stop to take it to penalties.Saved Manuel Akanji’s first spot-kick by diving low to his left.Kyle Walker: 6Spent most of the game on the right side of a three which meant he could not get forward. Embolo got in front of him for Switzerland’s opener. Won the toss so the penalties were taken in front of the England fans.John Stones: 6Crisper passing in the first half, much better than his sloppy Slovakia display, but his deflection on Dan Ndoye’s cross diverted it to Embolo.Ezri Konsa: 6Was decent in the first half of his maiden start at a major tournament but, like the rest of the team, went into his shell after the break.Kieran Trippier: 6Had been expected to play right wing-back but was once again on the left.Solid defensively but, as has been the case throughout the tournament, offered little going forward on his unnatural side.Declan Rice: 7Anticipated, and subsequently, won a number of 50-50s at the base of England’s midfield.It was his decoy run that opened up the space for Saka to find the corner, before his 25-yard wonderstrike was denied by a flying Yann Sommer save in extra-time.Kobbie Mainoo: 6Some decent drives forward from midfield. Looked as if he would fire home an opener just before the break afterBukayo Saka’s nice cutback, but was denied by Granit Xhaka’s excellent block.Bukayo Saka: 8 and STAR MANDid not play at left wing-back as expected, but was England’s most dangerous attacking player throughout – and none more so when he came to the rescue with his 80th-minute leveller which flew in off the post.Showed huge courage in the shoot-out as he stroked home his penalty beautifully, three years on from missing in the last Euros final.Jude Bellingham: 6Produced a few graceful dribbles which showcased his quality in the first half but pretty quiet.Looked knackered but showed big cojones with his low penalty.Phil Foden: 6Admitted before the game that his central role would suit him better and it seemed to in the first 20 minutes, but faded after that.Harry Kane: 4This system just does not suit him. He needs runners, but does not look like he is going to get them.Just could not get into the game and was subbed out of it in extra-time, seconds after he was sent crashing into his manager on the touchline.SUBSCole Palmer (for Konsa, 78): 7One of three players to come on in reaction to Switzerland’s opener – why did it take so long, Gareth? Dispatched England’s first spot-kick with aplomb.Luke Shaw (for Trippier, 78): 6First minutes of football since February, slotting in on the left side of back three as Southgate went for broke.Eberechi Eze (for Mainoo, 78): 6Carved out a nice bit of space for himself in the dying moments but fired wide.Ivan Toney (For Kane, 109): 7It was no surprise to see him come with the prospect of penalties on the horizon – what was more of a shock was that it was for spot-kick maestro Kane. Was knocked over in the box right at the end of extra-time, but nothing was given. Confident penalty.Trent Alexander-Arnold (for Foden, 115): 7Thrown on late into extra-time. Belted home his spot-kick to win it.Gareth Southgate: 4The adjusted back three system worked to a certain extent, but still the approach looked to be to keep it tight and rely on a moment of magic.Saka provided that for the leveller, but given the talent at his disposal, it seemed very limited.Took an age to make a change – prompted only by Switzerland going ahead. But got his subs right when it came to the penalty shoot-out.And another commented: “Think Alan Shearer saying ‘pressure is for tyres’ has got to be quote of the tournament.”Jordan Pickford was also a hero as he saved Manuel Akanji’s penalty after reading a cheat sheet he had attached to his water bottle.Gareth Southgate celebrates England’s penalty shootout win with Jimmy Floyd HasselbainkEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      BBC pundit tipped to replace Gareth Southgate as England manager after Euro 2024

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      GARY LINEKER has tipped Frank Lampard to take over as England manager from Gareth Southgate at the end of the Euros.Lineker was speaking with Micah Richards on their Rest is Football podcast when he made the suggestion.Gary Lineker has backed Frank Lampard to take over from Gareth SouthgateCredit: BBCLampard joined Richards and Lineker as a pundit yesterdayCredit: BBCIt came after Richards praised Lampard’s analysis of England’s penalty shootout victory over Switzerland – with both he and Lampard working the game as pundits for the BBC.Richards said: “I was glued to his analysis for three minutes. You can tell he’s articulate, the way he explains points. You can tell there’s a manager there inside of him.”Lineker then responded: “There’s no question about that. I think he’s been a bit unlucky in his managerial career in some ways. He gets it tactically.”The BBC presenter continued: “I think this will be Gareth Southgate’s last tournament whatever happens. If he wins I think he’ll absolutely bow out and if he doesn’t then I think he’ll bow out. It will be his decision.READ MORE ON EURO 2024″But, I wouldn’t disregard Frank Lampard [as Southgate’s replacement]. I think he tactically gets it. I think the players would respect him immediately.”Maybe I’m getting ahead of myself here but if you’re going to go English you think who else? Eddie Howe maybe?”Lampard most recently worked as caretaker manager of Chelsea between April and June 2023.It was his second stint as Blues boss but proved to be significantly less successful than his first – winning just one of his 11 games in charge.Most read in Euro 2024Lampard most recently worked as Chelsea managerCredit: GettyLineker also put Eddie Howe’s name forwardCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPrevious to that he had spent a year as Everton manager, keeping them up in his first season in charge before being dismissed in January 2023.Speaking about Lampard’s record as a manager, Richards said: “When he went to Derby the feeling was that he played really good football but he should have got them up.”BBC pundit tipped to replace Gareth Southgate as England manager after Euro 2024England player ratings: Saka the saviour for Three Lions but subbed Kane stuggles in penalties thriller vs SwitzerlandBUKAYO SAKA showed huge courage as he dug England out of a hole and through on penalties against Switzerland, writes Tom Barclay.The Three Lions looked to be going out when Breel Embolo had put Swiss ahead on 75 minutes.But Arsenal star Saka dragged England back into five minutes later with a stunning effort off the post.To penalties it went – just like it did between these two sides five years ago in the Nations League.And just like back then, Jordan Pickford made a save – repelling the Swiss’s first effort from Manuel Akanji.England were perfect from then on, with Cole Palmer, Jude Bellignam, Saka, Ivan Toney and finally Trent Alexander-Arnold sending the Three Lions into the semi-final.Here’s how the players rated…Jordan Pickford: 7Had his heart in his mouth when Xherdan Shaqiri’s corner deep into extra-time hit the post and bar, but then pulled off a smart stop to take it to penalties.Saved Manuel Akanji’s first spot-kick by diving low to his left.Kyle Walker: 6Spent most of the game on the right side of a three which meant he could not get forward. Embolo got in front of him for Switzerland’s opener. Won the toss so the penalties were taken in front of the England fans.John Stones: 6Crisper passing in the first half, much better than his sloppy Slovakia display, but his deflection on Dan Ndoye’s cross diverted it to Embolo.Ezri Konsa: 6Was decent in the first half of his maiden start at a major tournament but, like the rest of the team, went into his shell after the break.Kieran Trippier: 6Had been expected to play right wing-back but was once again on the left.Solid defensively but, as has been the case throughout the tournament, offered little going forward on his unnatural side.Declan Rice: 7Anticipated, and subsequently, won a number of 50-50s at the base of England’s midfield.It was his decoy run that opened up the space for Saka to find the corner, before his 25-yard wonderstrike was denied by a flying Yann Sommer save in extra-time.Kobbie Mainoo: 6Some decent drives forward from midfield. Looked as if he would fire home an opener just before the break afterBukayo Saka’s nice cutback, but was denied by Granit Xhaka’s excellent block.Bukayo Saka: 8 and STAR MANDid not play at left wing-back as expected, but was England’s most dangerous attacking player throughout – and none more so when he came to the rescue with his 80th-minute leveller which flew in off the post.Showed huge courage in the shoot-out as he stroked home his penalty beautifully, three years on from missing in the last Euros final.Jude Bellingham: 6Produced a few graceful dribbles which showcased his quality in the first half but pretty quiet.Looked knackered but showed big cojones with his low penalty.Phil Foden: 6Admitted before the game that his central role would suit him better and it seemed to in the first 20 minutes, but faded after that.Harry Kane: 4This system just does not suit him. He needs runners, but does not look like he is going to get them.Just could not get into the game and was subbed out of it in extra-time, seconds after he was sent crashing into his manager on the touchline.SUBSCole Palmer (for Konsa, 78): 7One of three players to come on in reaction to Switzerland’s opener – why did it take so long, Gareth? Dispatched England’s first spot-kick with aplomb.Luke Shaw (for Trippier, 78): 6First minutes of football since February, slotting in on the left side of back three as Southgate went for broke.Eberechi Eze (for Mainoo, 78): 6Carved out a nice bit of space for himself in the dying moments but fired wide.Ivan Toney (For Kane, 109): 7It was no surprise to see him come with the prospect of penalties on the horizon – what was more of a shock was that it was for spot-kick maestro Kane. Was knocked over in the box right at the end of extra-time, but nothing was given. Confident penalty.Trent Alexander-Arnold (for Foden, 115): 7Thrown on late into extra-time. Belted home his spot-kick to win it.Gareth Southgate: 4The adjusted back three system worked to a certain extent, but still the approach looked to be to keep it tight and rely on a moment of magic.Saka provided that for the leveller, but given the talent at his disposal, it seemed very limited.Took an age to make a change – prompted only by Switzerland going ahead. But got his subs right when it came to the penalty shoot-out.Gareth Southgate vs Frank Lampard managerial recordFrank LampardDerby County May 2018 – July 2019P57 W24 D17 L16 Win percentage 42.1%Chelsea July 2019 – January 2021P84 W44 D17 L23 Win percentage 52.4%Everton January 2022 – January 2023P44 W12 D17 L24 Win percentage 27.3%Chelsea (caretaker) April 2023 – May 2023P11 W1 D2 L8 Win percentage 9.1%Overall: P288 W132 D72 L16 Win Percentage 45.83%Gareth SouthgateMiddlesbrough June 2006 – October 2009P151 W45 D43 L63 Win percentage 29.8%England U21 August 2013 – September 2016P37 W27 D5 L5 Win percentage 72.97%England September 2016 – PresentP110 W60 D24 L16 Win percentage 60%Overall: P156 W81 D44 L71 Win Percentage 41.3%Lineker defended his time at Derby by saying: “It was his first job.”Richards then continued by saying: “He then went to Chelsea under the transfer embargo and still managed to get top four while bringing young players through.”Then he went to Everton and kept them up. It wasn’t a great style of play but he utilised what he had available to him.”Then he goes back to Chelsea. I think that was the one where people are judging him on something where people were expecting more.”Lineker then defended that record by saying: “We’ve seen since that that club has been a bit of a mess for some time.”Lampard was most recently linked with a return to management after being tipped to take over from Vincent Kompany at Burnley.The Clarets instead opted for Scott Parker, with the former Bournemouth and Fulham man being announced as Burnley boss last week.BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros TownsendEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      Watch moment BBC forced to censor Gary Lineker on live TV for dropping F-bomb as pundits celebrate wildly for Saka goal

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      GARY LINEKER forced the BBC into drastic defending when he dropped the F-bomb during England’s victory over Switzerland.The Beeb showed footage of the Three Lions’ legend and studio pundits celebrating wildly after Bukayo Saka’s sensational equaliser which led to Gareth Southgate’s men winning on penalties.Gary Lineker and Co were wild for it as Bukayo Saka bagged a leveller against Switzerland and then won on penalties to reach the Euro 2024 semisTrent Alexander-Arnold, Ivan Toney and Kyle Walker help shootout hero keeper Jordan Pickford celebrate victory over SwitzerlandCredit: GettyBut Lineker’s uncontrolled expression of joy was too much for the broadcaster.First the Beeb had displayed rejoicing that exploded from a fans’ zone when Bukayo Saka levelled in normal time – ahead of the shootout success. Then the BBC then switched to what had happened in the studio – where a similar burst of joy over Saka’s sizzler was interrupted by Lineker appearing to let out an expletive.Luckily, the BBC responded even sharper than Jordan Pickford had done in plunging to keep out Manuel Akanji’s shootout penalty.MOST READ IN FOOTBALLLineker’s words became more like a mime – as they were muted.Amused ex-Manchester City defender Micah Richards asked: “Where’s the sound gone?!”Lineker confessed: “I think, to be honest, I dropped the F-bomb.”The duo, plus fellow experts Rio Ferdinand and Frank Lampard, were shown leaping up with relief as England scraped through.Most read in Euro 2024Lineker, Rio Ferdinand, Frank Lampard and Micah Richard burst up with joy as England went through on penaltiesSouthgate changed his system… now he has to change the players if England are going to win Euros, writes Charlie WyettGARETH SOUTHGATE changed the system… but he now needs to start switching his players, writes Charlie Wyett.And that not only means for his starting XI for the semi-final in Dortmund on Wednesday, but also during the match itself.Not for the first time, Southgate nearly paid the price for his bloody-minded refusal to react with substitutions and you have to wonder if he is ever going to learn.Probably not.At least the England manager reverted to a three-man defence which served him well at the World Cup in 2018 and, on occasions, during Euro 2020.Kyle Walker, John Stones and Ezri Konsa generally did well at the back with Kieran Trippier and Bukayo Saka the wing-backs.But England still had a complete lack of balance as they had Trippier, a right-footer on the left, and Saka, a left-footer on the right.It really made no sense whatsoever. Southgate will have his reasons but it was still a case of putting a square peg into a round hole.Although Saka was England’s most dangerous player for long periods, not for the first time, playing Trippier on the left simply did not work.And this is why Luke Shaw, if fit, simply HAS to start the next game.England are through by the skin of their teeth and maybe their name is written on the trophy.Southgate is actually England’s second most successful manager behind Alf Ramsey although today, it still does not feel like it.In his eight years as manager his England team have won eight tournament knockout games, compared to six in half a century before him.This is the most sustained period of success in the history of the men’s England football team.Ultimately, though, Southgate will only be celebrated as a true success if England – despite being rubbish for most of this tournament – come home with the trophy.Read all of Charlie Wyett’s Euro 2024 articles.Saka, 22, coolly fired past Yann Sommer in the shootout, burying the demons of his heartbreaking miss in the final loss to Italy at Euro 2020.All five of England’s takers converted to make it a perfect set of pens, with England winning 5-3 – only their third-ever shootout win.Moment Prince William fist pumps after England’s thrilling Euros win as he hails victory as ‘nailbiting to the very end’Asked about exorcising his demons, Saka admitted: “It’s something I embrace. It was special, very special, how we fought back. The last time we went to penalties we all know what happened.“You can fail once but you have a choice whether you put yourself in that position again or not. I’m a guy who is going to put myself in that position. I believed in myself.“To come back from something like that was really difficult but I used it to make me stronger.“We know there are two more games until we can change our lives and make some history that’s never been made before. We’re really focused on that.“Hopefully in the next game we can win in 90 minutes. But if this is what it takes we will do anything.”England will face the Netherlands for a place in the final on Wednesday at the Signal Iduna Park.England player ratings: Saka the saviour for Three Lions but subbed Kane stuggles in penalties thriller vs SwitzerlandBUKAYO SAKA showed huge courage as he dug England out of a hole and through on penalties against Switzerland, writes Tom Barclay.The Three Lions looked to be going out when Breel Embolo had put Swiss ahead on 75 minutes.But Arsenal star Saka dragged England back into five minutes later with a stunning effort off the post.To penalties it went – just like it did between these two sides five years ago in the Nations League.And just like back then, Jordan Pickford made a save – repelling the Swiss’s first effort from Manuel Akanji.England were perfect from then on, with Cole Palmer, Jude Bellignam, Saka, Ivan Toney and finally Trent Alexander-Arnold sending the Three Lions into the semi-final.Here’s how the players rated…Jordan Pickford: 7Had his heart in his mouth when Xherdan Shaqiri’s corner deep into extra-time hit the post and bar, but then pulled off a smart stop to take it to penalties.Saved Manuel Akanji’s first spot-kick by diving low to his left.Kyle Walker: 6Spent most of the game on the right side of a three which meant he could not get forward. Embolo got in front of him for Switzerland’s opener. Won the toss so the penalties were taken in front of the England fans.John Stones: 6Crisper passing in the first half, much better than his sloppy Slovakia display, but his deflection on Dan Ndoye’s cross diverted it to Embolo.Ezri Konsa: 6Was decent in the first half of his maiden start at a major tournament but, like the rest of the team, went into his shell after the break.Kieran Trippier: 6Had been expected to play right wing-back but was once again on the left.Solid defensively but, as has been the case throughout the tournament, offered little going forward on his unnatural side.Declan Rice: 7Anticipated, and subsequently, won a number of 50-50s at the base of England’s midfield.It was his decoy run that opened up the space for Saka to find the corner, before his 25-yard wonderstrike was denied by a flying Yann Sommer save in extra-time.Kobbie Mainoo: 6Some decent drives forward from midfield. Looked as if he would fire home an opener just before the break afterBukayo Saka’s nice cutback, but was denied by Granit Xhaka’s excellent block.Bukayo Saka: 8 and STAR MANDid not play at left wing-back as expected, but was England’s most dangerous attacking player throughout – and none more so when he came to the rescue with his 80th-minute leveller which flew in off the post.Showed huge courage in the shoot-out as he stroked home his penalty beautifully, three years on from missing in the last Euros final.Jude Bellingham: 6Produced a few graceful dribbles which showcased his quality in the first half but pretty quiet.Looked knackered but showed big cojones with his low penalty.Phil Foden: 6Admitted before the game that his central role would suit him better and it seemed to in the first 20 minutes, but faded after that.Harry Kane: 4This system just does not suit him. He needs runners, but does not look like he is going to get them.Just could not get into the game and was subbed out of it in extra-time, seconds after he was sent crashing into his manager on the touchline.SUBSCole Palmer (for Konsa, 78): 7One of three players to come on in reaction to Switzerland’s opener – why did it take so long, Gareth? Dispatched England’s first spot-kick with aplomb.Luke Shaw (for Trippier, 78): 6First minutes of football since February, slotting in on the left side of back three as Southgate went for broke.Eberechi Eze (for Mainoo, 78): 6Carved out a nice bit of space for himself in the dying moments but fired wide.Ivan Toney (For Kane, 109): 7It was no surprise to see him come with the prospect of penalties on the horizon – what was more of a shock was that it was for spot-kick maestro Kane. Was knocked over in the box right at the end of extra-time, but nothing was given. Confident penalty.Trent Alexander-Arnold (for Foden, 115): 7Thrown on late into extra-time. Belted home his spot-kick to win it.Gareth Southgate: 4The adjusted back three system worked to a certain extent, but still the approach looked to be to keep it tight and rely on a moment of magic.Saka provided that for the leveller, but given the talent at his disposal, it seemed very limited.Took an age to make a change – prompted only by Switzerland going ahead. But got his subs right when it came to the penalty shoot-out. More

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      BBC and ITV pundits are much closer than you’d think as unusual details of their Euro 2024 ‘connection’ is revealed

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      THEY may work for rival broadcasters, but the BBC and ITV’s pundits are much closer than you think.The British TV powerhouses have brought out the big guns for their respective coverage of Euro 2024 in Germany.The BBC have an all-star punditry team for Euro 2024ITV also have several big guns for their coverage of the tournamentRio Ferdinand has revealed all the pundits are closer than you thinkCredit: BBCSpearheading the Beeb’s coverage of Euro 2024 is Gary Lineker, who has been calling on the expertise of the likes of Alan Shearer, Rio Ferdinand, Micah Richards and Jermaine Jenas.Leading the charge for ITV is Mark Pougatch, who has been breaking down the games along with Arsenal and Manchester United legends Ian Wright, Roy Keane and Gary Neville.One would think there would be a bit of tribalism between the teams, after all the majority of Beeb and ITV’s Euros teams are made up of former players.But according to Ferdinand, couldn’t be any further from the case.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The former Manchester United and England defender told GQ: “We’re all in it together.”I’m in the same dressing room as Alan Shearer, Ian Wright and Gary Neville, then in the same room as Micah and Jermaine.”So I have a real connection with them – even the younger kids in the England team.”Ferdinand hasn’t sat on the fence with his opinions of Gareth Southgate’s troops, dishing out his fair share of criticism as well as praise.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSMeet England’s Euro 2024 WagsEngland 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 supporting England at Euro 2024 hereAnd his frankness has come from regularly speaking to the Three Lions stars.He continued: “I speak to a lot of the players.England fans at 2024 celebrate German misery wildly with brilliant song after hosts are dramatically dumped out”That’s why I have to be honest and open. When I see these guys,”I don’t have to hide behind anything because I know when I’m talking about them, I’m talking with honesty.”Ferdinand has transitioned seamlessly to punditry since hanging up his boots in 2015 following QPR’s relegation to the Championship.And he credits his success on camera to the influence of Liverpool legend and former Match of the Day presenter Alan Hansen had on him.He said: “Alan Hansen was a mainstay on Match of the Day. I was very fortunate to go on my first-ever job at the World Cup in Brazil.”He was there, and I have some wonderful memories with him.”I just watched him to see what he was like – as soon as the cameras came on, he wasn’t much different to what you saw when he was having a beer with the lads.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was very calm and cool, never really flustered about anything, and took it all in his stride.”Those little details were really good for me [at the start of my career], understanding what it was like to be in front of a camera in big-pressure situations.BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More

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      Jermaine Jenas says ‘that’s a LIE’ after Rio Ferdinand comment as pair have awkward exchange live on BBC

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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