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LUKE LITTLER claims England will KO Switzerland if Gareth Southgate selects the players and formation the fans want.The Three Lions have spluttered through to Saturday’s Euro 2024 quarter-final.Anthony Gordon, Cole Palmer, Ivan Toney, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Phil Foden are fighting for England starting places against the Swiss this weekendCredit: GettyLuke Littler has told Three Lions manager Gareth Southgate what to doCredit: PAAnd the darts sensation, 17, is urging boss Southgate to check out demands from supporters after four disappointing performances in Germany.However, some fans are scratching their heads – as they reckon Littler’s message is not clear enough.Luke the Nuke told Sky Sports: “I think Gareth just needs to pick what all the fans want.”And we all know what we want, what players we need – and that’s what he needs to do.”READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSLittler nodded in agreement when it was put to him that Southgate has a tough time choosing the team when so many opinions are flying around.But the whizkid added: “Well, yeah, but if we get the right players in and do the right formation for the Switzerland game then we’ll be alright.”Southgate is tipped to ditch 4-3-3 for three defenders and two wing-backs this weekend.But England legend Alan Shearer believes the key could be replacing Phil Foden with a more orthodox wideman in Anthony Gordon.Most read in DartsSouthgate has hinted at changes by training with a new formationCredit: ReutersEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYWhatever Southgate decides, he will be without arguably the Three Lions’ most consistent player at the Euros – because Marc Guehi is suspended.It means Kyle Walker and John Stones could be joined in a three-man backline by Ezri Konsa.SunSport’s Latest Euro 2024 headlinesAnd with so much uncertainty, it’s not surprising fans had conflicting verdicts on Littler’s input.”Who are the right players?” asked one – with many supporters doubting there was a common view on the team Southgate should name.The most ungenerous observer posted: “But they are all bad.” However, one fan wrote: “Luke Littler’s confidence is encouraging! England will need to step up their game, just as Phil Foden suggested. A strong formation is key.” More

ENGLAND fans went darts ‘n barmy over the latest misfortune of the Tartan Army.A large group of supporters at the European Darts Open in Leverkusen interrupted their enjoyment of finals’ night to celebrate something else more more – news of Scotland’s Euro 2024 exit.A large group of darts-loving England fans enjoyed Scotland’s exitScotland players acknowledge fans after their Euro 2024 anguishCredit: RexThe uncharitable fans showed they weren’t backing the whole of Britain in Europe.Many waved beers or even tops above their heads as the Scots saw both Group A results go against them – when they needed both in their favour.The first leg of their double strop came as Germany nicked a late equaliser but not the victory required against Switzerland.The Scots’ latest unwanted check-out was then confirmed soon after.MOST READ IN SPORTKevin Csoboth slotted home a Hungary winner 10 minutes into stoppage time added for a worrying injury to Barnabas Varga.Many England fans at the darts tournament in Germany responded with whoops of delight.A chorus of “Scotand’s going home and England’s on the p***” rang round the venue.And reaction online from revellers apparently in Leverkusen included: “Absolutely superb night!”Most read in footballEngland fans face a beer drought in Cologne after Scotland’s Tartan Army fans drank bars dry – knocking back a million pints in three daysMeet Germany’s Euro 2024 Wags
Germany’s Wags range from a glam architect to a leading equestrian and a fashion model.
Dani ter Stegen (Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s wife)
One of Germany’s most popular Wags with over 600,000 Instagram followers. Earned a degree in architecture after moving to Barcelona with her husband.
Sara Gundogan (Ilkay Gundogan’s wife)
Italian model was never shy to pop a dig at Manchester while Ilkay was at Man City, but has changed her tune and said she misses the city since his move to Barcelona.
Jessica Kroos (Toni Kroos’ wife)
Couple first met when Toni was 18 and she was 20. Jessica is credited with convincing the soon-to-retire Germany star to sign a new Real Madrid deal at a time when he was wavering.
Candice Brook (Leroy Sane’s girlfriend)
American model helped Harry Kane get used to Germany and overcome the language barrier following his move to Bayern Munich.
Sophia Weber (Kai Havertz’s fiancee)
Soon-to-be Mrs Havertz has struck up a close friendship with Martin Odegaard’s partner Helene Spilling. Sophia recently enjoyed a hen party in Ibiza.
Lisa Muller (Thomas Muller’s wife)
Lisa is a famous dressage rider in Germany and reportedly convinced her husband not to join Man Utd.
Find out more about the Germany Euro 2024 Wags here

EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYSuch responses don’t don’t bode well if the Three Lions were hoping for support from the rest of Britain on Tuesday and beyond.Gareth Southgate’s men need to beat Slovenia in their own group finale to avoid facing Germany in the last 16.England fans face a beer drought in Cologne after Scotland’s Tartan Army fans drank bars dry – knocking back a million pints in three daysEngland fan’s brutal forfeit for finishing last in fantasy football league as fans say ‘that is genius’And after the reception from one section of Three Lions’ fans they can expect an even more ‘arrowing experience at the hands of some Scottish counterparts if they contrive to mess it all up!Meanwhile, Dave Chisnall notched his seventh European Tour title – edging out fellow Englishman Ross Smith 8-6 in Sunday’s final.Smith roared back to level from 6-3 down, including a 144 checkout.But Chisnall moved 7-6 up with a 132 finish and wrapped up his triumph with a two-dart 100 kill.The Morecambe star now lies behind only Michael van Gerwen, Gerwyn Price and Peter Wright for Euro titles.“This means everything,”  Chisnall said – which also seemed to sum up the attitude of England supporters nearby to Scotland’s misfortune. Inside Littler’s massive riseLUKE LITTLER has taken the darts world by storm since exploding onto the scene at the PDC World Championship. More

LUKE LITTLER delighted fans after making a surprise appearance in England’s Euro 2024 squad announcement.The 17-year-old darts ace shot to fame after reaching the final of the PDC World Darts Championship in January.Littler looked sharp as he helped announce the England squadCredit: Instagram lukethenukelittlerHis part of the announcement saw him wear the new England shirtCredit: Instagram lukethenukelittlerHis darts revealed Mainoo had made the squadCredit: X @EnglandHe then went one better by winning the Premier League Darts final last month.He featured in England’s video announcement of the squad, which shows fans and celebrities revealing who made the cut in a creative way.Littler pops up in the second half of the announcement video playing darts in an old pub.The camera then cuts to a man writing his score on a blackboard and spelling out “Mainoo” to show that the Manchester United youngster had been included by Gareth Southgate.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLIt was no doubt a special moment for Littler, who is a proud Man Utd fan.Taking to Instagram after the announcement was released, he wrote: “Euros squad✅ class being a part of the announcement vid🙏🏻 time to back the boys c’monnnn @england🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 #itscominghome”The darts superstar posted four snaps from behind the scenes on the shoot featuring the new England kit.Fans flooded Littler’s comment section to praise his role in the announcement.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSOne fan wrote: “Is this the Harry Maguire replacement?🔥” After it was confirmed that Maguire would miss the tournament with a calf injury.Luke Littler leaves World No1 Humphries speechless with ‘greatest moment ever witnessed’ in Premier League Darts finalAnother said: “I bet Luke could do a better Job than Southgate.”While a third said: “Legend, go on Luke 👌” More