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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

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      Gary Lineker ‘bans’ Micah Richards from using popular phrase used by England fans during BBC coverage of Serbia opener

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      GARY LINEKER stopped Micah Richards from using a famous catchphrase live on air – and then declared that it was banned.The pair were both on duty for BBC to report on England’s 1-0 win over Serbia in their opening Group C clash at Euro 2024 tonight.England fans often claim that ‘It’s coming home’ only to suffer heartbreakCredit: GettyGary Lineker has banned ‘it’s coming home’ talk on BBCCredit: BBCJude Bellingham secured England a 1-0 win in their opening gameCredit: AFPAnd Gareth Southgate’s men had their Wags and loved ones cheering them on as they made a dream start to the tournament.Bukayo Saka’s deflected cross was headed home by Jude Bellingham from close-range after just 13 minutes in Gelsenkirchen.And that proved to be the decisive moment of the game as England held on to get the three points.Bellingham also made history by just starting the game, surpassing a long-held record by Michael Owen.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Before kick off, Lineker and Richards were talking in the Match of the Day studio in Berlin about what Southgate can do more to win over some certain sections of England supporters.Despite leading us to the World Cup semi final and the final of Euro 2020, some fans are still not convinced that he is the right man for the job.Richards said: “I think (a warmer reception) comes with him being bold.“Leaving (Jack) Grealish at home, leaving (Marcus) Rashford (out of the squad). We all would have had Grealish in our squad.Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“Maybe fans were thinking ‘he’s a little bit safe’.“That’s what I would say. But he has done a brilliant job, he really has.Inside England’s stunning five-star Euro 2024 base with robot waiters that will cost £800,000How England rated vs Serbia… as Bellingham shines but TWO big names get 5s

      JUDE BELLINGHAM was England’s head boy as Gareth Southgate’s side made a winning start in Germany.
      The Real Madrid superstar oozed class throughout and broke the deadlock with only 13 minutes played thanks to an excellent header, dispatching Bukayo Saka’s deflected cross.
      But, despite the brilliant start, it was a nervy affair here in Gelsenkirchen.
      Serbia exerted significant pressure in the second half, with a few narrow escapes for Southgate’s men.
      Harry Kane barely had a kick and the Premier League’s player of the year Phil Foden struggled to have any influence on the left of the Three Lions’ front three.
      Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated England’s stars… with TWO stars getting just a 5.

      “Harmony in the squad has been brilliant, just now with this emerging talent, if we could just bring it home…”Right at that point Lineker intervened, declaring that he did not want to hear any talk of football “coming home”.And he then went on to bar any BBC pundits from repeating that phrase again.Lineker said: “Here we go… that’s banned, that’s bad luck that thing… don’t say it.”The popular “It’s coming home” phrase stems from the hit Baddiel and Skinner song at Euro ‘96.It has remained one of the go-to songs for fans at tournaments ever since, despite our wait for silverware stretching back to 1966.And the motto has been famously mocked by other nations, including Germany way back in 1996 after they won the Euros at Wembley.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYItaly also took the mick after they beat England at Wembley in the Euro 2020 final, changing the tune to “It’s coming Rome”.READ MORE SUN STORIESWhile England’s second half display showed that there is still plenty of work to do for Southgate, Bellingham’s effort at least ensured it was a winning start.And they can secure a place in the knockouts if they beat Denmark in their second group game on Thursday. More

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      BBC pundits attacked by big hornets live on air during coverage of England’s Euro 2024 opener against Serbia

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      THE BBC’s coverage of England’s win over against Serbia has been hit by a couple of issues.First, fans begged Beeb bosses to clean the filthy windows in their studio.BBC pundits had to deal with massive hornetsThings started well for England on the fieldCredit: GettyAnd then their pundits were attacked by hornets during the half-time break.Just as the players were returning for the second half, host Gary Lineker told viewers about their unwanted guests.Micah Richards quickly changed the subject as all he wanted to talk about was pitchside reporter Joe Hart’s tight shirt.The former England stopper’s fashion sense was not the only thing picked up on.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Fans claimed Hart’s bizarre arm tattoos made him “look like a zebra crossing.”England took the lead through Jude Bellingham before Harry Kane had touched the ball.The Three Lions flew out of the blocks and Jordan Pickford, in particular, was riled up before the game.BBC cameras captured England’s No1 stopper – who is being cheered on by his wife Megan Davison – firing up fans as he walked to the goal.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTrent showed he’s a central character for England… he deserves to keep spot, says Wilshere
      THIS game felt a bit like an audition for Trent Alexander-Arnold in centre midfield, writes SunSport columnist Jack Wilshere.
      I think he passed it and deserves another chance to show all the qualities that he can bring to the role.
      I was pleased when I saw Trent in the starting line-up.
      It’s a little bit braver than we have normally seen from Gareth Southgate and I like that.
      It was: ‘Go on, go and play!’ It didn’t necessarily work out like that but that wasn’t Trent’s fault.
      Southgate was experimenting with him in there, seeing if it worked.
      If we get later in the tournament against the big teams, you will need someone who has played in there a few times and understands the position a bit.
      The combination between Trent, Kyle Walker and Bukayo Saka is a promising one.
      You see Trent naturally drift over to that right side and receive it almost like a full-back.
      It’s interesting what happens then with Walker.
      He was still getting involved in and around the outside, which was good to see, and it was Walker who got forward to help create the Jude Bellingham goal.
      That link-up is something we need to exploit more. We should probably have used it more last night as well.
      At the start, he was a little bit shaky. He gave the ball away a couple of times, and one of them led to that decent chance for Aleksandar Mitrovic.
      When he plays for Liverpool he comes inside. But it’s different when you’re in there from the start. It’s 360 degree pressure, from all sides.
      I always found international football that bit quicker. You’ll often receive it with your back to the game and you’ve scanned, but you need to get more on the half turn to see what’s coming.
      But it was difficult for Trent, especially in the first half, for him to show his range of passing. When you’re playing against a back five, with four in front, and they’re stubborn and just waiting . . . it is very hard.
      There’s no space in behind, they’re very tight and organised.
      And when the ball is going over your head, your job then becomes jumping on second balls, disrupting and trying to shield the big two up front.
      Trent’s positioning was good and he made some good interceptions. I think he can — and should — hold on to the ball a bit more, draw the pressure, and then play the ball forward.
      If someone comes to him, that frees up space for  someone else. And he and Declan Rice have the ability to find Bellingham and Phil Foden through the lines. I would like to have seen more of that. As the game opens up, Trent is a player who can pick the right pass.
      Especially in transition, like he did with a lovely one down the side for Saka in the first half and another early in the second.
      It was also good to see him get forward for a decent long-range shot.
      But Trent was not helped by England’s performance in the  second half. We weren’t aggressive enough, we didn’t press well enough.
      Trent’s audition lasted just under 70 minutes in the end. I believe  it is something Gareth should  persist with.
      He is more than intelligent enough to work it out. And as the tournament goes on, I’m sure he will be fine in there.

      Bellingham unveiled a new celebration after scoring.The playmaker and Trent Alexander-Arnold both took a knee and placed their palm over their face, with some fans saying it reminded them of WWE star Booker T.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYWyett ratings England v SerbiaBellingham, 20, had a busy first half as he showed off the other side to his game.After dispossessing Filip Kostic of the ball he celebrated in the Serb’s face before shoving his opponent.The Juventus ace did not take kindly to the incident, and could be seen having a pop at Bellingham as he walked off.Serbia were much improved after the break but the Three Lions held on to triumph 1-0.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

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      Watch Pickford’s passionate antics live on BBC as England kick off Euro 2024 campaign with Carragher left in stitches

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      JORDAN PICKFORD is clearly up for Euro 2024.BBC cameras captured England’s No1 stopper – who is being cheered on by his wife Megan Davison – firing up fans as he walked to the goal.Jordan Pickford is not afraid to show his emotionsCredit: ReutersThe keeper’s wife Megan Davison is there to cheer him onCredit: AlamyPickford, 30, screamed and pumped his arms to the Three Lions faithful.And plenty of viewers had their say on social media,Jamie Carragher simply tweeted Pickford’s name followed by four crying laughing emojis.A fan said: “Pickford seems determined as always.”READ MORE ON EURO 2024Another added: “He’s a top-notch goalkeeper, England are in good hands.”A third wrote: “I hope he delivers.”England took the lead through Jude Bellingham.Incredibly, Harry Kane had not even touched the ball when the playmaker headed home after 13 minutes.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBellingham got involved in a skirmish with Serbia’s Filip Kostic during the first half.The midfielder bumped into Kostic after a 50-50 challenge.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYWyett ratings England v SerbiaFollowing the tackle by the touchline, the adrenaline-fuelled Real Madrid star raised his hands to pump up the crowd.He then turned into Kostic, bumping him hard in the chest with his shoulder.The Juventus ace did not take kindly to the incident and could be seen having a pop at Bellingham as he walked off.And England has the last laugh as they secured a 1-0 win despite a shaky second half. More