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      Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker left STUNNED at Kylian Mbappe’s broken nose as France star misses draw with Netherlands

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      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

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      Shearer fires savage dig at Lineker live on TV ahead of Holland vs France Euro 2024 clash as fans hail ‘mugging off’

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      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

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      Moment Gary Lineker ‘f***s up’ live on BBC during coverage of England’s Euro 2024 draw with Denmark

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      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
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      Even Steve McClaren lookalike fan is ‘broken’ by England vs Denmark as BBC cameras capture ‘face of the nation’

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      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

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      Micah Richards and Rio Ferdinand row live on BBC as Man Utd icon claims THREE players should start ahead Phil Foden

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possible.”You do not want him in this position, he cannot hurt the opposition in this position [when he is too wide or withdrawn].READ MORE ON EURO 2024″He can do it on the right or on the left.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

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

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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.

      Copy linkCopiedFull time – Germany 2-0 Hungary
      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.
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      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
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      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
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      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.
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      Copy linkCopiedGood afternoon from Stuttgart
      Welcome to live SunSport coverage of Germany against Hungary at Euro 2024.

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