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      Gary Lineker will NOT present BBC’s Champions League highlights programme with another legendary host lined up

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      GARY LINEKER will not be presenting the BBC’s Champions League highlights show next season.The Match of the Day host has been busy this summer helping the broadcaster cover Euro 2024.Gary Lineker will not be hosting the Champions League programme for the BBCCredit: GettyGabby Logan is reportedly set to take the jobCredit: GettyLineker, 63, only has 12 months left on his contract at the BBC.The broadcaster is reportedly lining up a legendary host to present the Champions League show for next season.Gabby Logan has instead been the option chosen by the BBC, according to the Telegraph.The new show will air for the first time next season with shows being put on Wednesdays from September.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLineker used to present BT Sport’s Champions League highlights show.However, he quit so he would be able to watch Leicester City’s matches in the competition in 2021.He said at the time: “I would like to thank BT Sport for the generous renewal offer but, after much thought, I have decided to call it a day.”I feel it’s time to do things that I’ve always promised myself I’d do: such as follow Leicester across Europe with my sons [how many opportunities will we have?].”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe report claims that the BBC spoke to Lineker about the role but did not make him a formal offer.The show is expected to run for the next three years.Watch moment BBC forced to censor Gary Lineker on live TV for dropping F-bomb as pundits celebrate wildly for Saka goalGabby Logan started presenting for the BBC in 2007 as she worked covering FA Cup games.She has also had experience presenting on different sports such as rugby, athletics and the London Marathon.She is also expected to present at the Olympics in France this summer.Meanwhile, while working for the BBC at the Euros, Lineker has also been producing his Rest is Football podcast alongside Alan Shearer and Micah Richards.The podcast is owned by Lineker’s Goalhanger Podcasts company. More

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      Watch highlights as ITV edge BBC in crunch football match with Roy Keane bossing it and presenter scoring stunner

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      BBC pundits faced their ITV pals in a “friendly” five-a-side match at Euro 2024.The two star-studded sides went head-to-head in the heart of Berlin on a pitch just around the corner from their TV studios.BBC faced ITV in a star-studded friendlyCredit: @gaizkamendieta6Tough talking Roy Keane slammed Gary Neville for poor defendingCredit: @itvfootballRio Ferdinand barked orders from the sidelines before going in goalCredit: @BBCSportITV host Mark Pougatch netted a screamer that flew beyond FerdinandCredit: @ITVfootballMicah Richards saved a Jill Scott penalty – but couldn’t stop Keane’s reboundCredit: @BBCSPORTAn incredible ITV squad featured Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Gaizka Mendieta, Eni Aluko and Jill Scott.Presenter Mark Pougatch and several of the behind-the-scenes crew were also involved.With team ITV being cheered on by Ian Wright and Lee Dixon from the sidelines.The Beeb’s outfit included Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Izzy Christiansen, French journalist Julien Laurens and several of their less well-known colleagues. READ MORE ON EURO 2024ITV won the closely fought contest 16-14. But despite many Premier League and Champions League winners on the pitch, it was Pougatch who stole the show. The host fired in an incredible goal, letting the ball roll across his body before powering it beyond the diving Ferdinand between the sticks.There was also penalty drama as team ITV were awarded a spot-kick after a BBC foul.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSScott stepped up – only for her effort to be brilliantly saved by Richards as he swapped the punditry microphone for goalkeeper gloves.However, Keane was on hand to tap home the rebound.Watch Roy Keane scream and swear at Gary Neville as he’s left on the floor during BBC vs ITV football match at Euro 2024And the former Manchester United skipper has not lost his competitive edge as he blasted Neville for poor defending after the BBC scored.Keane shouted while he was resting as a substitute: “Nev, Nev, f***ing get tighter, Jesus.”Show him the line and you will stop the shot.”Ferdinand also barked orders from the sidelines as he sung the praises of Richards after a good save, which led to a BBC counter-attack and clinical finish.The ex-England centre-back shouted: “Micah, well done. That’s why you’re there.”Richards later opened up on the game on the Rest is Football podcast.He was delighted with his own performance, hilariously saying: “Oh my God, I was in net and I was like a young Shaka Hislop.”I made a great penalty save against Jill Scott – but Keane was there to tap it in. A little rebound.”Eni Aluko starred for team ITVCredit: @enialukoMark Pougatch scored a screamerCredit: @markpougatchRichards was not so complimentary to Ferdinand as he was to him as he fumed: “Rio went in net for a spell – useless.”He conceded about five goals – he cost us the game today. I should’ve stayed in net.”Richards was also not impressed by Neville’s display, saying: “Useless as well, he can’t turn and he can’t move.”But Keane was good. He didn’t kick anyone but you could see he was competitive.”Richards also didn’t dodge a tackle and admitted to brutally clattering Pougatch.He explained: “I smashed Pougatch. I came out my box and it was a 60/40 to him. And I thought I’m tempted to leave one on him here.”I went right through him – but he took it well.”Richards admitted he was in pain after the game, with his “knees, legs and back” all feeling the full force of the game.READ MORE SUN STORIESHis podcast co-host Gary Lineker opened up on why he didn’t play, saying: “I have not played since the day I retired – except for one game after I retired which was a month after in Gordon Banks’ testimonial.”You retire for a reason, you retire because you can’t do it anymore, so why do you want to go and be c**p?”BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More

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

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      RIO FERDINAND stopped some of the planet’s finest forwards back in his heyday – but he was powerless to prevent a worldie from ITV presenter Mark Pougatch.Both BBC and their rival UK broadcaster have taken star-studded punditry teams out to Germany for Euro 2024.ITV host Mark Pougatch stole the show in a match against BBCCredit: GettyHe pulled the trigger from distance during the clash between the two channelsCredit: ITVPougatch’s shot flew past ex-England star Rio Ferdinand in the goalCredit: ITVRoy Keane was left swearing and screaming at Gary Neville in the gameCredit: XSpearheading the Beeb’s coverage of Euro 2024 is Gary Lineker, who has been calling on the expertise of the likes of Alan Shearer, Ferdinand, Micah Richards and Jermaine Jenas.Leading the charge for ITV is Pougatch, who has been breaking down the games along with Arsenal and Manchester United legends Ian Wright, Roy Keane and Gary Neville.Last week Ferdinand revealed that, even though they work for rival broadcasters, the BBC and ITV pundits are much closer than many people think.However, the former Manchester United and England defender may not feel that way much longer after he found himself going viral for the wrong reasons.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The two rival broadcasting teams lined up against each other yesterday in what turned out to be a full-throttle match in Germany.Stars like Richards and Izzy Christiansen turned out for the BBC while Neville, Keane and Jill Scott were among those competing for bragging rights with ITV.A host more former players rolled back the years to take part in the six-a-side contest – but it was Pougatch who was the unlikely star of the show.ITV’s X account shared a clip from the contest showing him drilling home left-footed from just near the halfway line after it up nicely for him.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe pulled the trigger to send the ball whizzing straight past the despairing Ferdinand in goal and into the bottom corner.And that was enough to help fire his team to a 16-14 triumph.Watch Roy Keane scream and swear at Gary Neville as he’s left on the floor during BBC vs ITV football match at Euro 2024Who is Euro 2024’s sexiest star?EURO 2024 has something for everyone from stunning goals, thrilling matches… and the continent’s biggest hunks, writes Jack Figg.Several stars have lit up the group stages with their skills on the pitch – but others are also catching the eye for their looks.But who is the sexiest?Thankfully AI boffins have carried out an analysis on the facial attractiveness of all players at the tournament.And it’s bad news for Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions who are the fourth UGLIEST in the competition – one place below Scotland.In fact it’s England’s group rivals Serbia who have fans swooning the most – boasting an average score of 77.90/100 with defender Strahinja Pavlovic deemed their most attractive.While Turkey defender Mert Muldur has been ranked as the tournament’s BEST-LOOKING player.But who is England’s sexiest star, and who makes the Euros’ hunkiest XI? Read our full story.Fans were quick to react to the goal clip, and the scorer’s reaction to it, on X.One wrote: “Love the swagger Pougatch pulls out after scoring that.”A second said: “Always knew you had this in your locker Pougers!”Another joked: “More like Mark Puskas!”A fourth said: “Rio went down in instalments.”As a fifth added: “Take about a worldie!”However, that was not the only big talking point from the game.Keane showed he still possesses the fire in his belly as he screamed and swore at Neville during the “friendly” match.The duo played together at Manchester United, winning numerous trophies including the 1999 Treble.But there was little love lost between the pair as Keane barked at Neville from the sideline.BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros TownsendThe latter lost out in a duel as the BBC scored a crucial goal, leaving him on the floor.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Keane did not hold back as he launched an X-rated rant at Neville, yelling: “Nev! F*****g get tighter!“You show him the line, you’ve got to stop the shot.” More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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