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FRANK LAMPARD shared an awkward moment with Conor Coady live on air during coverage of Euro 2024.The pair worked together at Everton where Lampard was manager from 2022 to 2023.Frank Lampard and Conor Coady shared an awkward but funny momentEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYThey were reunited on the BBC’s coverage of the Euros where presenter Mark Chapman pointed out some interesting behaviour from Coady.Chapman noted Coady was still calling Lampard “gaffer” on occasion, sparking an awkward moment.The defender responded saying: “I’m all over the place I don’t know what to call him.”That caused laughter from Chapman and Lampard as well as fellow pundit Joe Hart.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Lampard quickly eased his worries as he chuckled saying: “Frank is fine.”Hart then joked by suggesting Coady call him “Super Frank”, which the former Chelsea and England midfielder was more than happy with.It is not the first awkward moment Lampard has experienced at the Euros having been on the receiving end of a joke made by Gary Lineker.Lineker out there was a fan screen in the background of the BBC’s outdoor studio, which blocked fans from being able to look in.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJack Wilshere: Southgate must be brave with RiceBy Jack Wilshere
GARETH SOUTHGATE should be brave and play Declan Rice as our sole holding midfielder.
But if England manager Southgate doesn’t want to do that — and he probably doesn’t ­— then he needs to give Rice the chance to play more like he does for Arsenal.
Let’s be absolutely clear here. Rice was so important for us again during that first half against Denmark.
The fact that he had a difficult second 45 minutes showed how much England were struggling.
Rice himself would hold his hands up and say he gave away the ball too often.
But what I took overall from his performance is that he needs more help in the engine room.
Read here how Jack Wilshere would resolve the Declan Rice dilemma.

Lampard joked if the screen was removed, they’d only be able to see the back of his head anyway.That provoked the quip from Lineker, with the host saying: “No you’re right, nobody wants to see the back of your head these days! That’s for sure.”Gary Neville begs Gareth Southgate to ‘disrupt’ England’s starting XI as he names TWO stars who must play vs Slovenia More

WAYNE ROONEY hilariously pranked Alan Shearer by sitting in his seat in the BBC studio ahead of the Netherlands’ clash with France.Manchester United and England legend Rooney, 38, was a part of the live broadcast for the Euro 2024 match alongside Gary Lineker, Shearer and Cesc Fabregas.Wayne Rooney jokingly sat in Alan Shearer’s seat before the BBC broadcastCredit: X / @BBCMOTDShearer noticed Rooney’s prank as soon as he walked into the roomCredit: X / @BBCMOTDThe Newcastle icon smiled at Rooney after spotting the changeCredit: X / @BBCMOTDRooney found winding Shearer up utterly hilariousCredit: X / @BBCMOTDRegular pundit Shearer, 53, always sits in the chair closest to presenter Lineker, 63, as the senior analyst on the show.But Rooney brilliantly decided to mess with the Newcastle icon before he came in the room.He said: “I should get in Alan’s seat before he comes up.”Rooney chuckled to himself as he waited for Shearer to enter the room.READ MORE ON ENGLANDAnd when he did arrive, Shearer realised straight away what the ex-Man Utd captain had done.The former Southampton and Blackburn striker smiled as Lineker said: “You’ve been relegated, Al.”Taking the joke in good faith, Shearer responded: “Been relegated again?,” referencing him taking Newcastle down as manager in 2009.Rooney and the crew behind the camera began to laugh, before Shearer added: “It’s a good funny, though.”Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYHe then patted Rooney on the back as the new Plymouth manager was moved along into his seat.The prank on Shearer was not Rooney’s only funny moment on Friday night’s broadcast.’No excuse for that’ – Alan Shearer fumes at abject England as Three Lions legend says ‘Denmark deserved to win’ He also recounted a superb story about ex-Man Utd team-mate Memphis Depay – who started up front for the Netherlands.He said: “I was at a reserve game once being a bit lowkey, and he turned up in a Rolls Royce and a cowboy hat.”I had to speak to him. So that was Memphis.”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 Chapman
ITV 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 McFadden
ITV pundits:
Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina Unkel
BBC commentators:
Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan Pearce
ITV commentators:
Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe Speight
BBC co-commentators:
Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFadden
ITV co-commentators:
Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More

GARY LINEKER and Alan Shearer were left stunned by how well Kylian Mbappe’s broken nose had healed up – and were even surprised he missed France’s draw with the Netherlands.The superstar forward, 25, suffered the gruesome injury late on in Les Bleus’ narrow 1-0 win over Austria.Kylian Mbappe did not feature as France drew 0-0 with the NetherlandsCredit: GettyThe nose did not look too damaged as he took his seat on the benchCredit: GettyMbappe’s nose was badly broken on Monday nightHe collided with Kevin Danso and busted his hooter, sending blood all over his face and across his pristine white kit before being rushed to hospital.That saw the French national team get a tricolour protective mask made so that Mbappe could wear it in training – with a plain version to be used in matches to comply with Uefa rulings.However, Mbappe was named among the substitutes for Friday night’s clash with the Dutch – but did not make it on to the field.But BBC pair Lineker and Shearer covering the game in the studio could not believe the transformation in the Frenchman’s nose – just days after seemingly breaking it.READ MORE EURO 2024 NEWSSo much so that they actually seemed surprised he did not feature in the draw – and think he might have had some emergency cosmetic work done.Shearer said: “If there was any doubt, and I suppose there is, there is no point in risking him. If they had to win he’d probably start.”He’s had his nose straightened anyway.”And Lineker replied: “It looks all right, doesn’t it? It’s not that bad.Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”It looks pretty good for me for a broken nose!”Instead, Mbappe watched on from the sidelines as his nation played out a 0-0 draw. Ultimate Euro 2024 rich list reveals England’s top earning stars – and how Cristiano Ronaldo’s salary is worth OVER TEN times more than Kylian Mbappe’sEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYThe result leaves France second in Group D – level on points with the Netherlands on four points but trailing the Dutch on goals scored because Ronald Koeman’s men beat Poland 2-1. However, it could have been far worse for the 2018 world champions.Xavi Simons thought he had snatched an opener – but after a lengthy delay, the English team of referees and VAR controversially ruled it out for offside.That is because Denzel Dumfries was stood in an offside position to the goalkeeper’s left – although few were convinced he was actually interfering with French goalkeeper Mike Maignan. Gary Lineker was presenting the BBC’s coverageCredit: BBCAlan Shearer reckoned Mbappe had some work doneCredit: BBC More

ALAN SHEARER stunned Gary Lineker with a savage dig ahead of France’s clash with the Netherlands at Euro 2024.The pair appeared live in the studio during the BBC’s pre-match coverage on Friday night.Alan Shearer aimed a dig at Gary Lineker during the BBC’s Euro 2024 coverageCredit: Getty Images – GettyShearer ‘mugged off’ Lineker over his relationship with former Barcelona boss Johan CruyffCredit: ReutersPrior to kick-off, the panel, which also included Wayne Rooney and Cesc Fabregas, discussed Dutch legend Johan Cruyff.After watching his iconic Cruyff turn in action, Lineker said: “It’s almost 50 years to the day since we saw the Cruyff turn.“I remember it as well, 1974 here in Germany.”Shearer turned to Lineker before remarking: “He turned you too didn’t he? READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Turned you into a winger and turned you into a substitute.”Lineker burst out laughing, and then said: “Er thanks Al.”Lineker played under Cruyff during his time at Barcelona, but fell out of favour under his management.Having initially been signed to play as a striker by Terry Venables, Lineker was played on the right of midfield after Cruyff took charge in 1988.Most read in Euro 2024His struggles in the position ultimately resulted in the England icon losing his place in the team and leaving the following year.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSReacting to Shearer’s quip on social media, one fan wrote: “Shearer just bodied Lineker after talking about the Cruyff turn.”Another added: “It was really lovely to see Alan Shearer bring Gary Lineker back down to earth about his relationship with Johan Cruyff.”A third also commented: “Shearer mugging off Lineker about Cruyff,” with a series of crying emojis.Shearer’s dig comes just days after Lineker also took aim at a BBC colleague live on air.Gary Lineker aims brutal dig at Frank Lampard live on BBC’s Euro 2024 coverageBBC 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 Chapman
ITV 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 McFadden
ITV pundits:
Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina Unkel
BBC commentators:
Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan Pearce
ITV commentators:
Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe Speight
BBC co-commentators:
Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFadden
ITV co-commentators:
Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend

The presenter vowed to apologise after accidently insulting Frank Lampard during coverage of Germany’s win over Hungary.During his three years in Spain, Lineker scored 51 goals in 138 appearances for Barcelona.His tally included 10 strikes in 38 matches under Cruyff before his move to Tottenham in 1989.Lineker also won both the Copa del Rey and European Cup Winners’ Cup with the club.READ MORE SUN STORIESShearer joked Cruyff turned Lineker ‘into a winger and then into a substitute’Credit: AP:Associated PressLineker lost his place in the Barcelona team after being moved to right midfield by CruyffCredit: Getty Images – Getty
Meanwhile, Cruyff enjoyed two spells as manager either side of a one-month absence in 1991 before leaving the Nou Camp in 1996.His 11 major trophies as manager included four league titles and the Champions League.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

GARY LINEKER admitted to a “f*** up” live on air during England’s 1-1 draw with Denmark.The BBC host headed a star-studded panel for last night’s Euro clash.Gary Lineker revealed to a ‘f*** up’ on live TV during England’s draw with DenmarkFans were left fuming after England produced a woeful performance while failing to secure a place in the knockout stages.But there was an equally comical moment in the BBC studios before kick-off as Lineker talked to Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand and Thomas Frank.With the programme just minutes underway, Lineker turned to Brentford boss Frank for his views on Southgate’s tactics.But at the same time, Lineker was told in his ear that the show was cutting live to an interview with the England manager at that very moment.READ MORE ON EURO 2024This forced the host to make a sharp U-turn in dialogue.But Lineker was able to make light of the situation when the cameras returned.Lineker said: “Thomas, I’d be interested to get your thoughts on the job that Gareth Southgate has done.“But we’ll hold that for just a second. Let’s head back to hear from Gareth.”Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSPundits 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.”

Ferdinand was then heard exclaiming as the cameras switched to Southgate: “That was smooth!”They then returned to the studio, with Lineker repeating: “Thomas, I’d love to get your thoughts on Gareth Southgate!”Harry Kane’s interview after Denmark draw ‘beyond concerning’ as Lineker and Richards fear for England’s Euro 2024EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYThis prompted fits of laughter from the studio as the show continued in style.Lineker then explained the moment on The Rest Is Football podcast, admitting to a “f*** up.”He said: “I’d forgotten we were going to the Southgate interview first. I just got into my head I was going to ask Thomas about Southgate.“It’s fine, it’s live. Sometimes you make mistakes, you deal with it. I’ve got a lot of experience.“I also know ultimately, television is not going to change anyone’s life.“And people also like it when you f*** up, when you make a mistake.READ MORE SUN STORIES“The only thing you can never do is go ‘Oh s***’. Don’t worry about it. “And sometimes it’s better to tell people at home, which I did when I asked him exactly the same question.”ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGSENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.
Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.
Jordan Pickford: 6
Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.
Kyle Walker: 7 
Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.
John Stones: 6
OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.
Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man
Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.
Kieran Trippier: 6
Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.
Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5
This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.
Declan Rice: 5
Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.
Bukayo Saka: 7
Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.
Jude Bellingham: 6
Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.
Phil Foden: 7
Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.
Harry Kane: 6
Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.
SUBS:
Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7
Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.
Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6
Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.
Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6
Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.
Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6
On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved. More

EVEN England’s biggest fan was left “broken” following the performance over Denmark.Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions were held 1-1 in their second Euro 2024 group stage match. England super-fan Andy Milne was ‘broken’ by the 1-1 Denmark drawThe performance was lacklustre and left fans at home, and in the stadium in Frankfurt, frustrated.None more so than England super-fan Andy Milne – the ‘Steve McClaren lookalike’ who has gained a reputation for always getting his face on the TV.But his usual beaming smile was replaced with a glum look as fans felt the “face of a nation’s” pain. One said: “Bloody hell. They’ve broke him.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnother added: “Even his spirit has now been broken.”Andy – who has gone to nine Euros and eight World Cups – regularly features on the TV with huge grin. But there was little to smile about after Harry Kane’s opener was cancelled out by Morten Hjulmand’s wonderstrike. England still top the group heading into the final group stage fixture against Slovenia on Tuesday.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSouthgate took responsibility for the performance and admitted rapid improvements must be made. He said: “We are disappointed with the two performances we’ve had so we’ve got to go and analyse that in depth and find some solutions to addressing the issues that we have. Gareth Southgate issues Harry Kane injury update and says England ‘lacked intensity’ against Denmark ENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGSENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.
Jordan Pickford: 6
Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.
Kyle Walker: 7 
Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.
John Stones: 6
OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.
Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man
Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.
Kieran Trippier: 6
Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.
Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5
This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.
Declan Rice: 5
Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.
Bukayo Saka: 7
Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.
Jude Bellingham: 6
Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.
Phil Foden: 7
Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.
Harry Kane: 6
Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.
SUBS:
Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7
Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.
Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6
Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.
Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6
Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.
Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6
On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

“We know the level has to be higher. Maybe the biggest thing is we have to accept the environment that we’re in and the expectation around this.“We are going to have to walk towards that challenge. At the moment we’re falling a bit short of that. “Ultimately that’s my responsibility. I’m the manager and I’ve got to guide this group in the best way possible. “To achieve extraordinary things, you have to go through some difficult moments.”Gareth Southgate with England captain Harry KaneCredit: AFP More