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      Stephen Warnock’s ‘BBC career flashes before his eyes’ as ex-England star narrowly avoids X-rated blunder live on air

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      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

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      Germany 2-0 Hungary LIVE RESULT- Euro 2024: Gundogan and Musiala strike as the hosts sail into knockout stages

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      GERMANY have become the first team to advance to the Euro 2024 Last 16 after beating Hungary 2-0!Ilkay Gundogan and Jamal Musiala scored sublime goals to send the hosts through.Hungary are not mathematically out just yet and must beat Scotland in their final group clash to have any hope.
      Kick off time: 5pm BST
      TV channel: BBC One
      FREE live stream: BBC iPlayer
      Germany team: Neuer; Kimmich, Rudiger, Tah, Mittelstadt; Andrich, Kroos; Musiala, Gundogan, Wirtz; Havertz
      Hungary team: Gulacsi; Fiola, Orban, Dardai; Bolla, Nagy, Schafer, Kerkez; Sallai, Szoboszlai, Varga
      EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSFollow our live blog below…Germany on their A game
      Host nation Germany are the first team to book a place in the knockout stage after back-to-back wins.
      Die Mannschaft sit top of Group A with six points while Hungary must beat Scotland in their final fixture to have any hope of sneaking through.

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      Toni Kroos completed 124 passes in Germany’s 2-0 win over Hungary, the second most on record by a midfielder in European Championship game.
      The Real Madrid star sits only behind Xavi’s 127 successful passes for Spain against the Republic of Ireland at EURO 2012.
      Kroos’ 47 line breaking passes were at least 30 more than any other player in this match.

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      And in the end…
      …the Germans won.
      They weren’t as cut-throat and goal-crazy as they were against Scotland, but the host nation once again showed their class to see off a committed Hungary side.
      Goals in either half from Jamal Musiala and Ilkay Gundogan did the business, and Julian Nagelsmann can rest in the knowledge that they have sealed their path into the Last 16.

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      90. Hungary almost pull one back with seconds remaining!
      Martin Adam flattens Manuel Neuer, leading to the ball dropping into the path of Willie Orban.
      The centre-back sends an instinctive header goalwards, only for it to be cleared off the line by the recovering Kimmich.
      Copy linkCopiedGermany 2-0 Hungary – Mittelstadt yellow card
      88. Fantasy football players around the globe unleash a volley of expletives at their televisions as popular pick Maximilian Mittelstadt is yellow carded for tripping Kleinheisler.
      An unnecessary caution in so many ways.
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      85. With five minutes remaining, I think both teams have given up on what was such a competitive match for so long – this is meandering towards a 2-0 result.
      Niclas Fullkrug tries to change all that with an effort at goal that sails well wide.
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      83. As much as I hate VAR, I think I hate the extension to five substitutes even more as a flowing football killer.
      Brighton reserve Deniz Undav is on now, taking over the terrific Ilkay Gundogan.
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      81. By the way, I missed it in the excitement of looking up group permutations, but Hungary have brought on lumberjack and social media favourite Martin Adam.
      The towering striker is on along with Zsolt Nagy for the final stages, Milos Kerkez and Bendeguz Bolla making way.
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      79. If Chris Fuhrich wants to strengthen his claims as a professional football then he might want to do better than this.
      In space on the left with plenty of time, the substitute swerves a wayward shot away from goal and towards the corner flag.
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      77. Sane wants a goal to strengthen his first team claims.
      He had one snapshot saved a couple of minutes ago, and now puts another effort wide.
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      75. Germany are quarter of an hour away from sealing their place in the Last 16, an outcome made possible by Albania’s 2-2 draw with Croatia earlier.
      If you want to know the mathematical reasons why, message either M. Platini or A. Ceferin at the Home of Football, Nyon.
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      73. Hungary have been rocked by that second German goal, and the hosts are in no mood to let them off the hook.
      Kimmich goes close again with a thunderous effort that calls Gulacsi into action.
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      71. Jamal Musiala comes off to a tremendous reception.
      The scorer of Die Mannschaft’s opening goal is withdrawn along with Robert Andrich, and on come Emre Can and Chris Fuhrich.
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      69. Kimmich almost makes it three with a thunderous cross-shot on the run down the right.
      To be honest, the defender would have done better to pick Fullkrug out in the middle, and the substitutes wastes no time in letting him know as much.
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      67. It’s two! It’s Ilkay Gundogan! It’s fantastic!
      The German captain finishes off a flowing move, sweeping home with his left foot after wonderful work from Maximilian Mittelstadt on the left.
      Jamal Musiala feeds the defender bursting down the wing, and he centres low for Gundogan to beat Peter Gulacsi in style.
      Germany are heading for two wins from two.

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      64. A first change for the Hungarians with Laszlo Kleinheisler coming on for Adam Nagy.
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      62. Musiala shoots wide following some German attacking that has been few and far between in the second period.
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      60. Great chance for Varga! Over!
      Oh, the forward has passed up Hungary’s best opportunity of the game!
      Szoboszlai sent a lovely cross over from the left, Varga got the better of Tah, but the striker put his header back across goal and over the Neuer’s crossbar.
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      58. Julian Nagelsmann is the first coach to make changes.
      The German removes attackers Kai Havertz and Florian Wirtz, but don’t get too comfortable, Hungary fans.
      On come Leroy Sane and Niclas Fullkrug.

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      56. Some robust defending from Tah puts the ball out of play, sends Szoboszlai to the floor, and draws a standing ovation from the fans on the near side.
      You can have all the fancy football you like, but supporters still enjoy an old-fashioned heavy tackle.
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      54. Great reactions from Gulacsi!
      The Hungary goalkeeper pushes out a fizzed cross from the left, and then picks himself up to parry Kroos’ half-volley follow-up.
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      52. The game is beginning to open up.
      After Kimmich and co. stand up to the latest Hungary attack, the Germans almost pull open their opponents on the counter.
      The old maestro Toni Kroos is pulling the strings.
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      50. Hungary are showing a little more attacking intent at the start of the second half.
      They realise a second defeat would leave them with a huge uphill task in Group A.
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      48. Each of the German defence take turns in forgetting how to kick a football following a throw in across their own goal.
      There were shades of Italy’s start against Albania there, although no Hungarian player was able to take advantage.
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      Germany vs Hungary LIVE SCORE – Euro 2024: Kai Havertz STARTING as hosts look to close in on Last 16 – latest updates

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      GERMANY are taking on Hungary in their second game of Euro 2024 RIGHT NOW!The hosts hammered Scotland 5-1 to lay down a marker to their European rivals.Meanwhile, Hungary were beaten 3-1 by Switzerland in their first match of the tournament.Germany could secure qualification to the last-16 of Euro 2024 with a win in Stuttgart this afternoon.
      Kick off time: 5pm BST
      TV channel: BBC One
      FREE live stream: BBC iPlayer
      Germany team: Neuer; Kimmich, Rudiger, Tah, Mittelstadt; Andrich, Kroos; Musiala, Gundogan, Wirtz; Havertz
      Hungary team: Gulacsi; Fiola, Orban, Dardai; Bolla, Nagy, Schafer, Kerkez; Sallai, Szoboszlai, Varga
      EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSFollow our live blog below…Germany 0-0 Hungary
      7. Szoboszlai’s inswinger did hit the first man, but Hungary somehow kept the opportunity alive.
      It’s switched across the area to Bolla, whose shot is deflected behind for another corner.
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      5. Hungary force the first corner of the game, and all eyes turn to Dominik Szoboszlai.
      The captain can fire in a mean set-piece when he’s not putting them straight at the first man/defensive wall.
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      3. Up the other end, and Kai Havertz tries to make room for himself in the box – only to find himself crowded out by four quick-thinking Hungarians.
      Scotland should probably have tried some of that.
      Copy linkCopiedKick-off – Germany v Hungary
      1. It’s the host nation that get us underway, playing in their flamboyant changed strip of pink and purple.
      And they almost make the perfect argument for complacency after Friday night’s breeze in Munich.
      A loose header has the defence in trouble, and it needs some alert reactions from old man Neuer in nets to deny Roland Sallai an extremely early goal.
      Copy linkCopiedHere come the two teams!
      It’s been an exhilarating afternoon in and around the stadium with the two sets of fans creating an incredible atmosphere.
      But now it’s the turn of the players.
      Led out by captains Ilkay Gundogan and Dominik Szoboszlai lead out their respective countries, matchday two in Group A is now just moments away.
      Dutchman Danny Desmond Makkelie is the man in charge, and kick-off comes next.
      Copy linkCopiedLive from the Stuttgart Arena
      Andy Dillon is our man in the stadium this evening, and he’s been in touch ahead of kick-off to tell us…
      Seven of Hungary’s starting XI here either play in Germany or have done.
      That is how close the connection is between these two nations.
      Germany has struggled in recent years against their near neighbours from the east.
      They are winless in three matches against the so-called Magyars. Coinciding with a lean spell for the Germans all round.
      The atmosphere is pumped in the sun. Germany will be wearing pink and the replica shirts stand out in the crowd on a warm early evening.
      Copy linkCopiedMannschaft sharing the goals around
      All five of Germany’s goals against Scotland in their opening game were scored by different players – Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz, Niclas Fullkrug and Emre Can.
      It’s already two more different goalscorers than they had in the entirety of Euro 2020 (3), while only in 1996 (6), 2016 (6), and 2012 (8) have they had more in a single edition of these finals.

      Copy linkCopiedVarga the danger for Magyars
      There’s no doubting where Hungary’s attacking threat lies.
      Twenty-nine-year-old Barnabas Varga has scored seven goals in just nine starts for the Magyars in all competitions.
      The striker could become only the second player to score in both of his first two European Championship appearances for the nation, following in the footsteps after Ferenc Bene in 1964.

      Copy linkCopiedSensational scenes at the Stuttgart Arena
      There may still be 25 minutes until kick-off, but the atmosphere inside the Stuttgart Arena something else.
      Fans of the hosts and Hungary have had this place packed out for the past hour, and now can’t wait for the action to get underway.

      Copy linkCopiedWriting off the Germans?
      More like the writing on the wall.
      After beating Scotland 5-1 on Friday night, Germany are looking to win both of their opening two matches at a European Championship tournament for the fifth time.
      They did so previously in 1972, 1980, 1996, and 2012, eventually going on to win the competition in three of those instances; they only failed to do so in 2012, losing out to Italy in the semi-finals.
      Prevail this evening, and the rest of Europe may as well pack up and go home.
      Copy linkCopiedGoals guaranteed when pair meet
      This afternoon’s Stuttgart showdown will be the fourth encounter between Germany and Hungary at a major tournament.
      They pair met twice at the 1954 World Cup with the Hungarians – Puskas et al – triumphing 8-3 in the group stages.
      However, West Germany got their revenge on the biggest stage, prevailing 3-2 in the tournament’s final.
      They countries also played in the group stages of EURO 2020, battling out an exciting 2-2 draw at the Allianz Arena.
      Copy linkCopiedRossi shakes up Hugary defence
      Hungary were pulled apart by Switzerland in the first half at the Cologne Stadium on Saturday, and so it’s no surprise that Marco Rossi makes a couple of changes.
      Adam Lang and Attila Szalai drop out of the defence with Bendeguz Bolla and Marton Dardai coming in; Bolla may operate on the right with Attila Fiola moving back into the centre.

      Hungary (3-4-3): 1 Gulacsi; 5 Fiola, 6 Orban, 24 Dardai; 14 Bolla, 8 A. Nagy, 13 Schafer, 11 Kerkez; 20 Sallai 19 Varga, 10 Szoboszlai
      Subs: 12 Dibusz, 22 Szappanos, 2 Lang, 3 Balogh, 4 Szalai, 7 Nego, 9 Adam, 15 Kleinheisler, 16 Gazdag, 17 Styles, 18 Z. Nagy, 21 Botka, 23 Csoboth, 25 Horváth, 26 Kata
      Credit: @MLSZhivatalos on X
      Copy linkCopiedGermany unchanged for Hungary test
      Julian Nagelsmann sticks with the same XI that started against the Scots on Friday.
      Arsenal’s Kai Havertz leads the line, Ilkay Gundogan captains the team and Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala will be out to impress again in attack.

      Germany (4-2-3-1): 1 Neuer; 6 Kimmich, 2 Rüdiger, 4 Tag, 18 Mittelstadt; 23 Andrich, 8 Kroos; 10 Musiala, 21 Gundogan, 17 Wirtz; 7 Havertz
      Subs: 12 Baumann, 22 Ter Stegan, 3 Raum, 5 Gross, 9 Fullkrug, 11 Fuhrich, 13 Muller, 14 Beier, 15 Schlotterbeck, 16 Anton, 19 Sane, 20 Henrichs, 24 Koch, 25 Can, 26 Undav
      Credit: @@DFB_Team on X
      Copy linkCopiedMannschaft making the running
      It didn’t take hosts Germany long to find themselves at the top of Group A.
      Their 5-1 opening night thumping of Scotland has marked them down as the ones to watch this summer, and they could essentially seal their spot in the knockout stages with another success today.
      As for Hungary, they disappointed against the Swiss, and will be eager to show some of the ability that had them being talked up pre-tournament as a side capable of upsetting the big boys.
      Credit: uefa.com
      Copy linkCopiedGood afternoon from Stuttgart
      Welcome to live SunSport coverage of Germany against Hungary at Euro 2024.

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      Frank Lampard tells brilliant story live on BBC about why he ‘stayed away’ from Cristiano Ronaldo on holiday

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      FRANK LAMPARD has recounted a recent chance encounter with Cristiano Ronaldo on holiday.The former Chelsea star, 45, has been out of managerial work since leaving the Blues at the end of the 2022-23 season.Frank Lampard appeared as a pundit on Portugal’s tournament openerCredit: BBC SPORTThe veteran forward was in action as Portugal beat the Czech Republic 2-1Credit: GettyRonaldo, 39, has kept himself in pristine condition well into his 30sCredit: GettyWhile taking time out of his coaching career, Lampard has appeared on the BBC as a pundit for Euro 2024.Last night he appeared on coverage of Portugal’s tournament opener against the Czech Republic alongside Gary Lineker, Cesc Fabregas and Alan Shearer.While analysing the game, naturally Ronaldo’s name popped up.With the veteran forward, 39, still starting for his country despite his advancing years, Lampard lifted the lid on a recent meeting with him.READ MORE ON RONALDOHe revealed: “I actually bumped into him on holiday a few months ago.”I was in the same hotel on the beach, I quickly put my T-shirt on and had a nice picture with him.”And I noticed he was going to the gym twice a day with his personal trainer.”It just shows you his dedication to what he does.”Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBBC 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

      Lampard then grinned as he joked: “I may have been sipping a beer watching him and giving him a little ripple of applause as he walked back.”Ronaldo’s side overcame a 1-0 second-half deficit to beat the Czech Republic 2-1 in Leipzig.’Says it all’ – Fans fume at Cristiano Ronaldo’s unsportsmanlike gesture at end of Portugal Euro 2024 clash EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYDuring talkSPORT’s half-time coverage, England icon Stuart Pearce made a bold claim about how Portugal’s team-mates seemed to be treating Ronaldo.He said: “This might sound ridiculous, but [maybe] they don’t trust Ronaldo enough to keep supplying him with the ball, that type of thing.”When asked by presenter Adrian Durham to explain his point, Pearce, 62, added: “There’s been times in the games where he’s shown to feet and they’ve not popped the ball into his feet.”There was one with Bernardo Silva, it was one of these rogue passes [by Czech Republic] that got cut out.”Bernardo Silva had it in the centre circle, Ronaldo peeled off in an inside-right position.”I’m thinking, ‘If this was ten years ago, you slide it in front of him and you know full well he’s going to get there and score.'”He [Silva] denied the pass, and I found that quite strange.”READ MORE SUN STORIESRonaldo was criticised by some fans for the way he celebrated Portugal’s stoppage time winner, when he appeared to rub it in the faces of two dejected Czech stars.The five-time Ballon d’Or winner will be back in action this Saturday, when his side take on Turkey in Dortmund, looking to book their progression to the round of 16 with a game to spare. More

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      Germany vs Hungary – Euro 2024: Hosts aiming to secure last-16 qualification with win – stream FREE, TV, team news

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      GERMANY head into their second Euro 2024 group stage as the most in-form team of the tournament. The hosts hammered Scotland 5-1 to lay down a marker to their rivals. Germany are in fine form heading into their second group stage matchCredit: GettyMeanwhile, Hungary were beaten 3-1 by Switzerland in their very first match of the tournament. Germany showed ruthless all-out attack against Scotland with Jamal Musiala the star man. But Arsenal’s Kai Havertz also got a goal and assist to give him the perfect start to the tournament. Germany have failed to hit the same heights of their 2014 World Cup win in recent tournaments following a transitional period. But they look to have come out the other end of it with a fearsome mix of experience and prospect. Ex-Chelsea centre-back and two-time Champions League winner Antonio Rudiger at the heart of defence and former Manchester City star Ilkay Gundogan in midfield. Hungary have it all to do to pull of what would be a remarkable upset but their form heading into the Euros offered some hope. But if the opening match is anything to go by, Germany are in no mood to show mercy. Most read in Euro 2024Watch Kevin De Bruyne WALK OUT of interview after Belgium stunned by Slovakia in shock Euro 2024 defeatWhat is their form like?Well, Germany are the top scorers after one game played following their rout over the Scots in which they had five different scorers. Germany’s last defeat came in November against Austria in a 2-0 friendly. Hungary’s form heading into the Euros was surprisingly stellar, losing just ONCE in two years, a 2-1 friendly defeat to Ireland. What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?Germany’s free-scoring squad came out unscathed after their opening day drubbing. But Robert Andrich and Jonathan Tah were both booked and could be rested to avoid any suspensions. Meanwhile, Hungary are still expected to be without Loic Nego or Callum Styles while Serge Gnabry misses the Euros through injury. Who will be the star men?Germany had many bright sparks against Scotland but none more so than Bayern Munich’s Musiala. He started out wide but he had influence all round the pitch, scoring a stunner in the first half. Hungary striker Martin Adam became an overnight sensation after fans picked up on his hulking physique. He has 13 goals in South Korea’s top flight. What have the managers said?Julian Nagelsmann said: “Hungary is an unpleasant opponent, they can sometimes be wild and they’re difficult to get a hold of. “There are a lot of free spirits out there.”Marco Rossi said: “Germany are a different team than the last Euros, they proved it against Scotland. “In my opinion they are the biggest favourite of the European Championship.”EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSWhen is Germany vs Hungary?
      Germany’s clash with Hungary will take place on Wednesday, June 19.
      The game will kick off at 5pm BST.
      The Stuttgart Arena in Stuttgart, Germany will play host to the big match-up.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Germany vs Hungary will be shown live on BBC One in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BBC iPlayer, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Can I watch for FREE?
      Yes, the game is available to watch for FREE on the BBC iPlayer, so long as you have a valid TV licence.
      READ MORE SUN STORIESOdds
      Germany – 7/20
      Draw – 4/1
      Hungary – 8/1
      *Odds courtesy of William Hill and correct at time of publication. More

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      Gary Lineker ‘breaks BBC rules AGAIN’ after showing off his Next clothing range while hosting England Euro 2024 coverage

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      GARY Lineker has been accused of breaking BBC rules again – this time while hosting Euro coverage. The broadcaster appeared to be wearing his own Next clothing range while presenting the England vs Serbia game on Sunday night.Gary Lineker has been accused of breaching BBC rules againCredit: NextThe presenter appeared to don clothes from his Next collectionCredit: BBCThe Beeb has guidelines that state broadcasters can’t promote what they’re wearingCredit: BBCLineker launched his own line with the retailer in 2023, and is snapped modeling his own clothes online. On Sunday he donned a pale green T-shirt and sage jacket which appeared to come from the collection – which retail at £16 and £55 – while live on air. Social media quickly became overwhelmed with comments on what Lineker was wearing.One person on Twitter claimed this was a breach of the Beeb’s rules. Read more on sport They wrote: “Gary Lineker has again been caught breaking BBC rules by wearing clothes that he’s paid to promote.”Beeb guidelines rule broadcasters aren’t allowed to sport attire they’re promoting – or being paid to wear. It states: “Presenters or other individuals must not appear on-air wearing clothing or using products or services which they have agreed/been contracted to promote, advertise or endorse or in which they have a specific financial interest.”It also says presenters should declare any deals or endorsements to promote clothing.Most read in Euro 2024But Lineker has argued in the past that he’s a freelancer, not a contracted employee, and says that he’s not breaking the impartiality rules. The BBC said it would not comment on individuals, but a spokesman told The Telegraph: “Presenters/contributors provide their own wardrobe, and all presenters/contributors are regularly reminded of the guidelines in relation to clothing, even if they are not doing proactive promotional work.”Gary Lineker’s tweets slamming Tory MPs ‘seem to breach BBC guidelines’, new boss Samir Shah saysThe Sun has contacted the BBC and reps for Lineker for comment.This isn’t the first time the broadcaster has run into issues with clothing. During the World Cup in 2018, the Match of the Day host promoted a TM Lewin Shirt on Instagram that he wore on-air after becoming the face of the clothing brand.The BBC branded it a “genuine mistake” after they acknowledged it breached company guidelines.Lineker told OK! Magazine: “I’ve always got my own clothes and I’ve always dressed myself on television.”There’s no wardrobe budget at BBC Sport so we all dress ourselves.”This isn’t the first time the host has run into issues with the Beeb. Lineker first sparked an impartiality row in March last year after saying the Government rhetoric on immigration was similar to that of 1930s Germany.Gary Lineker has again been caught breaking BBC rules by wearing clothes that he’s paid to promote.Then, in September, it was revealed that he would be one a handful of stars reigned in by new impartiality guidelines. It came after a row about the Match of the Day host’s political posts on social media.The guidance applies to presenters who have “a particular responsibility to respect the corporation’s impartiality, because of their profile on the BBC”.It stated that while a programme is on air, and for two weeks before and after the series, the hosts must not endorse or attack a political party, criticise the character of politicians, or comment on any issue of political debate during an election period.Then, just three months later, Lineker came under fire again. The BBC’s incoming chairman said that the presenter’s tweets slamming Tory MPs “seem to breach” the corporation’s social media rules.New boss Samir Shah said he did not think it was “helpful” that Lineker had signed a letter calling for the Government to scrap its Rwanda scheme.Former England footballer turned pundit Lineker was among a group of celebrities urging ministers to scrap their Rwanda scheme and come up with a “fair new plan for refugees”.READ MORE SUN STORIESThen, in January, Lineker was slammed as “ignorant” after sharing a tweet calling to ban Israel from world football.The Match Of The Day presenter reposted a statement on X, formerly Twitter, from a pro-Palestinian campaign calling for Israel to be ousted from global tournaments and games “until it ends its grave violations of international law”.Lineker’s run-ins with the Beeb
      Lineker sparked an impartiality row in March 2023 after saying the Government rhetoric on immigration was similar to that of 1930s Germany.
      But after a review, BBC bosses decided to allow its top stars to share their own views on social media and only ruled they should stop short of political campaigning.
      Then, in December the same year, the former England footballer turned pundit Lineker was among a group of celebrities urging ministers to scrap their Rwanda scheme and come up with a “fair new plan for refugees”.
      Samir Shah, the BBC’s new chairman, said Lineker appeared to breach social media guidelines when he used X to apparently mock Tory MPs after signing an open letter criticising the policy.
      But Tory MPs hit back with Cabinet Minister Grant Shapps saying that Lineker should stick to presenting football.
      In Janurary this year, he sparked another BBC row and was slammed as “ignorant” after sharing a tweet calling to ban Israel from world football.
      The Match Of The Day presenter reposted a statement on X, formerly Twitter, from a pro-Palestinian campaign calling for Israel to be ousted from global tournaments and games “until it ends its grave violations of international law”.
      However, the original tweet seems to no longer appear on the former England star’s account.
      Lineker, 63, reposted the tweet from the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic & Cultural Boycott of Israel.
      It included a statement from the Palestinian Football Association which called upon Fifa and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to join all regional and global sporting bodies in sanctioning Israel.
      The statement demanded that they “take an urgent stance towards Israel’s grave violations of human rights and subject it to legal accountability measures”.
      The post went on to demand that the public and officials pressure organisations “to suspend Israel’s membership and ban it from international tournaments and games until it ends its grave violations of international law, particularly its apartheid rule and the crime of genocide it is perpetuating in Gaza”.
      But MPs demanded that the BBC intervenes to sanction its highest-paid presenter with some slamming the repost as “ignorant”. More

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      BBC showcase pointless new feature for Euro 2024 that even the most passionate football fan won’t care about

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      FOOTBALL fans seem to be united in their indifference towards the BBC’s new feature on their Euro 2024 coverage.The Beeb have been showing fans at home how many times the ball spins per second when a goal is scored.Fans are being shown ball data from every goal at Euro 2024Credit: BBCEuro 2024 has got off to an exciting start with 25 goals netted in the opening eight games of the tournament.And every time the ball hits the back of the net, the BBC’s coverage is showing fans the stats behind the goal in a neat little graphic tucked in the bottom corner of the screen.Fans are informed of the distance from goal, the speed of the effort and the spin of the ball.Some supporters are intrigued by how far out a shot is when it nestles in the corner, while others think it is interesting to see how hard the ball was hit.READ MORE ON EURO 2024However, it seems nobody is interested in how many times the ball revolves on its own axis per second – also known as RPS.After learning that Romanian captain Nicolae Stanciu’s stunner against Ukraine racked up 10rps, fans were quick to sarcastically tease the BBC’s feature.On social media, one fan wrote: “When Nicolae Stanciu’s goal went in I said ‘The spin on that looks like 11rps to me’ and then this stat popped up on screen and everyone laughed at me for being so stupid.While another joked: “Rare to see anything above 10RPS these days.”Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSAnd a third commented: “We have spin rate on football shots now? God help us.”The stats are made possible thanks to some impressive technology inside the balls at the tournament.Romania fan breaks down in tears after his side go 3-0 up against Ukraine at Euro 2024The Adidas ball being used in Germany features “Connected Ball Technology” for the first time in a European Championship.As well as the data for every goal at the tournament, the tech allows officials at Euro 2024 to know exactly when the ball is kicked to aid the semi-automated offsides being used by Uefa this summer.The Euro 2024 features some impressive tech to bring fans the dataCredit: GettyEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      BBC viewing figures revealed for England’s Euro 2024 clash with Serbia as millions of people tune in

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      ENGLAND’S opening Euro 2024 win over Serbia drew huge viewing figures. The Beeb revealed a peak audience of 15million tuned in to watch Jude Bellingham’s winner. Jude Bellingham was England’s match winner against SerbiaCredit: RexIt was also streamed 3.5m times on iPlayer with an average audience of 10.5m watching on. In comparison, the most-viewed match in UK history was England’s iconic 1966 World Cup final win over West Germany with 32.3m watchers. It was the last time the Three Lions won a major tournament and there was a 55 YEAR wait to reach another final. A sensational 31m watched as England suffered penalty heartbreak to Italy in the delayed Euro 2020 final. READ MORE IN football It was the second-most watched game on UK telly with only the 1966 final topping it. England came under fire for their lacklustre second-half display despite taking the maximum three opening points. The Three Lions were made to work for their win – something manager Gareth Southgate enjoyed. He said: “We had to suffer a bit, which I think is really good for us. To defend the box the way we did was really good for us.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMOST-VIEWED ENGLAND MATCHES

      England vs West Germany – 1966 World Cup final – 32.3m
      England vs Italy – Euro 2020 final – 31m
      England vs Croatia – 2018 World Cup semi-final – 26.5m
      England vs Denmark – Euro 2020 semi-final – 26.3m
      England vs West Germany – 1990 World Cup semi-final – 26.2m

      “I was really pleased with a lot of the play. [In the] second half we didn’t keep it as well as I would have liked but to get the win is very important.“Pleased we had to show a different side and show a resilience to defend our box because as a group, that builds a spirit. “We defended very well as a unit.”Wyett ratings England v Serbia More