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      Sweden vs Ukraine LIVE: Stream FREE, TV channel, team news for Euro 2020 last-16 clash at Hampden Park – latest updates

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      BOTH Sweden and Ukraine find themselves with a brilliant opportunity to reach the quarter-finals of Euro 2020 when they face each other in the last 16 this evening.The Swedes topped their group which contained Spain while Ukraine came third in theirs, which was topped by Holland, who are now out of the competition.

      Start time: 8pm GMT
      TV/Live stream: BBC One/iPlayer
      Sweden XI: To follow
      Ukraine XI: To follow

      Follow ALL the action with our live blog below…
      Alexander Isak is likely to pose the main threat for SwedenCredit: AP
      What time does Sweden vs Ukraine kick off?

      Sweden take on Ukraine TONIGHT.
      The match kicks off at 8pm UK time – 9pm in Sweden and 10pm in Ukraine.
      It will be played at Hampden Park at 25 per cent capacity.
      No fans from Sweden and Ukraine will be able to travel to the match as the countries are amber on the UK government’s traffic light system.
      Last time the sides met competitively, Ukraine ran out 2-1 winners in Euro 2012 in Kiev.

      What TV channel is Sweden vs Ukraine on and can I live stream it?

      Sweden vs Ukraine is live on BBC One.
      Coverage commences at 7.30pm, after the conclusion of England vs Germany.
      To stream the game live, head to the BBC iPlayer.
      SVT and TV4 have the Euro 2020 rights in Sweden while Ukrayina is the Ukrainian broadcaster.

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      Sweden squad

      Robin Olsen (GK)
      Karl-Johan Johnsson (GK)
      Kristoffer Nordfeldt (GK)
      Mikael Lustig
      Ludwig Augustinsson
      Victor Lindelof
      Marcus Danielson
      Martin Olsson
      Pontus Jansson
      Filip Helander
      Emil Krafth
      Andreas Granqvist (c)
      Sebastian Larsson
      Albin Ekdal
      Emil Forsberg 
      Ken Sema
      Viktor Claesson
      Jens Cajuste 
      Mattias Svanberg
      Kristoffer Olsson
      Dejan Kulusevski
      Gustav Svensson
      Jordan Larsson
      Alexander Isak
      Robin Quaison
      Marcus Berg

      Ukraine squad

      Andriy Pyatov (c) (GK)
      Heorhiy Bushchan (GK)
      Anatoliy Trubin (GK)
      Mykola Matviyenko
      Oleksandr Karavayev
      Serhiy Kryvtsov
      Eduard Sobol
      Vitaliy Mykolenko
      Illya Zabarnyi
      Oleksandr Tymchyk
      Denys Popov
      Andriy Yarmolenko
      Taras Stepanenko
      Oleksandr Zinchenko
      Ruslan Malinovskyi
      Serhiy Sydorchuk
      Viktor Tsyhankov
      Roman Bezus
      Marlos
      Yevhenii Makarenko
      Mykola Shaparenko
      Oleksandr Zubkov
      Heorhiy Sudakov
      Roman Yaremchuk
      Artem Besyedin
      Artem Dovbyk

      Latest odds
      To win in 90 minutes
      Sweden 7/5
      Draw 21/10
      Ukraine 23/10
      To qualify
      Sweden 8/11
      Ukraine 11/10
      *Odds from Betfair correct as of Monday, June 28
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      GOOD EVENING
      Welcome to Hampden Park for our live coverage of Euro 2020’s final Round of 16 game between Sweden and Ukraine.
      Now, I know your attention is currently elsewhere, but the United Kingdom can handle two big events at once – and the prize for the winner here is the very same as it is in the game you’re watching: a quarter-final match in Rome.
      Sweden arrive in Glasgow in good spirits and in even better form, having extended their unbeaten run to eight games with a dramatic win over Poland on Wednesday.
      That 3-2 success ensured the Scandinavians finished top of what had been a daunting Group E, and has now positioned them on the desirable side of the draw.
      And in a joyous twist, it was also a result of huge value to Ukraine.
      With two defeats and a negative goal difference to their name in Group C, Andriy Shevchenko’s squad were heading home until Viktor Claesson’s stoppage time winner pathed a Ukrainian route to the knockouts as one of the best third-placed sides.
      But now Ukraine are aiming to eliminate those that kept them in the competition, and, in Andriy Yarmolenko and Roman Yaremchuk, they have players in form every bit as impressive as those in the Swedish squad.
      Shevchenko does have issues to contend with on the left, but injuries to Denys Popov and Aleksandr Zubkov may offer Viktor Tsygankov a first chance to shine.
      Janne Andersen has only made two changes to his Sweden team in their three matches so far, and the head coach is likely to keep faith with those that have got them to this point including the three-goal Emil Forsberg.
      Stay with us for all the build-up in Glasgow including confirmation of both starting line-ups ahead of an 8pm kick-off.

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      Barcelona confirm France star Ousmane Dembele will be out for four months after going under the knife

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      BARCELONA have announced that Ousmane Dembele will be sidelined for four months after undergoing knee surgery.Dembele got injured during Euro 2020 playing for France against Hungary on June 19 in Budapest and had since been ruled out of the rest of the tournament.
      Barcelona star Ousmane Dembele will be sidelined for four monthsCredit: Reuters
      Barcelona star Ousmane Dembele got injured at Euro 2020 while on international dutyCredit: Getty
      The winger was then flown to Finland for an operation on his right knee and Barca understand that they will be deprived of his services until the autumn.
      A statement from Barcelona read: “The first team player Ousmane Dembele underwent a successful operation in Turku (Finland) by Dr. Lasse Lempainen, under the supervision of the Club’s medical services, for discerning the distal biceps femoris tendon in his right knee. 
      “The approximate time out is four months.
      “Barca’s No. 11 had participated – coming off the bench – in  France’s first two matches at the Euros and was injured in the second of them, which was played on Saturday June 19 in Budapest against Hungary.

      “It should be remembered that Ousmane Dembele played a total of 44 games this season under Ronald Koeman, in which he has scored 11 goals.”
      Dembele’s four-year stint at Barcelona has been riddled with injury ever since his £135.5million move from Borussia Dortmund.
      The France international’s maiden season in Spain was marred by a series of knocks and he was thus limited to just 23 appearances across all competitions.

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      In February 2020, the 24-year-old was ruled out for the rest of the season due to a hamstring tear.
      However, that hasn’t stopped Dembele from amassing 118 appearances for the Blaugrana, scoring 30 goals along the way.
      The Frenchman didn’t miss much from Euro 2020 after his injury as his national team was shockingly eliminated from the competition by Switzerland in the Round of 16.
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      Who is Sweden vs Ukraine referee Daniele Orsato and what controversies has he been involved in?

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      SERIE A referee Daniele Orsato has been call up to Euro 2020 to officiate some of this summer’s biggest games. The Italian official will preside over the final last 16 game between Sweden and Ukraine tonight.
      Orsato was at the centre of controversy after using VAR to reverse a decisionCredit: REUTERS
      Has he officiated at a World Cup or Euros before?
      The Italian made his first World Cup appearance in 2018 but has never been involved with a European Championship before.
      However, Orsato has officiated a series of international friendlies and World Cup qualifying fixtures, including the first leg of the World Cup play-off between Honduras and Australia.
      He’s also been a senior referee in Serie A for the past three years.
      What has he done so far?
      Orsato made his Serie C debut in 2002, moving to the premier Serie A division for the 2006-07 season. He has gone on to make nearly 200 appearances in the division.
      Since 2012, the Italian has been involved in Champions League fixtures.
      Orsato went on to referee last year’s Champions League final between PSG and Bayern Munich before reffing this year’s semi-final second leg between Real Madrid and Chelsea.

      Has he used VAR before?
      Orsato reversed a decision in a Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Juventus after using VAR to view the incident.
      The Italian correctly decided to send off Inter’s Matias Vecino instead of sticking with the yellow card he had already given.
      But in the same game he controversially refused to use VAR after failing to give Miralem Pjanic a card for a high tackle on Rafinha, with the Bosnian already on a yellow.
      The decision would prove crucial as Juve went on to secure a late 3-2 win.
      VAR has been used in Italian’s Serie A since the start of the 2017/18 season. Orsato is a regular official in the series.
      Which Euro 2020 games has he refereed?
      Daniele Orsato made his Euro 2020 bow in England’s 1-0 win over Croatia.
      And following that game he refereed Spain vs Poland, awarding a penalty to the Spaniards after a VAR review. More

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      Who do England play next in Euro 2020 quarter-final if they beat Germany?

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      ENGLAND face a massive Euro 2020 last 16 clash with Germany tonight.And should they win, they know they will have a fantastic chance of going all the way, with the draw really opening up.
      England have a favourable draw if they can get past GermanyCredit: Alamy
      Here’s all you need to know about the Three Lions’ path to the final.
      Who can England play in the Euro 2020 quarter-final?
      If England beat Germany, they will play Sweden or Ukraine in the Euro 2020 quarter-final in Rome.
      The Three Lions will fancy their chances against both teams and just three years ago beat the Swedes comfortably in the World Cup quarter-final.
      Ukraine, meanwhile, limped through to the last 16 as the lowest ranked third placed team after losing to Netherlands and Austria in Group C.
      However, in an unprecedented situation at a major tournament, England will have NO fans supporting them if they get to Rome after the Italian government introduced quarantine measures.

      Who could England play in the semi-final?
      If England reach the semi-final, they could face a reunion with the Czech Republic, who stunned Holland 2-0 in Budapest.
      England secured top spot in Group D with Raheem Sterling scoring the only goal against the Czechs in their final group game at Wembley.
      Alternatively, England could take on Denmark in an emotional semi-final.
      The Danes, who are looking to shock the world and win the tournament for Christian Eriksen, crushed Wales 4-0 in Amsterdam and now face the Czechs in Baku.

      Who could England play in the final?
      If England beat Germany, they will not play another of the tournament favourites until the final.
      And there, one of the big-hitters is almost certain to be waiting.
      Belgium take on Italy in the first quarter-final after the Belgians ended Portugal’s reign as European champions while the Italians beat Austria in extra time.
      The other quarter-final will see Switzerland – who knocked out world champs France – take on Spain.
      Where will England play for the rest of the tournament?
      A trip to Rome if they beat Germany will be England’s only game abroad.
      Both the semi-finals and final of Euro 2020 will be held at Wembley. More

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      England Wags arrive for huge Germany showdown at Wembley in Euro 2020 last 16 with nervous wait as kick-off nears

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      ENGLAND Wags arrived ready to cheer on their partners to Euros victory at Wembley tonight.Harry Maguire’s partner Fern Hawkins and Megan Davison, Jordan Pickford’s other half, were among those who turned up early on Tuesday.
      Harry Maguire’s fiancee Fern Hawkins was in good spirits ahead of cheering on the Three LionsCredit: Louis Wood News Group Newspapers
      Charlotte Trippier arrives to support Kieran at WembleyCredit: James Curley
      Megan Davison, Jordan Pickford’s partner, arrives at Wembley for the second round showdownCredit: James Curley
      England made their final preparations ahead of taking on rivals Germany in a massive second round showdown.
      And Gareth Southgate’s men had some family support as part of the 45,000-strong crowd at Wembley.
      Luke Shaw’s girlfriend Anouska Santos was pictured wearing an England shirt as she arrived for the game.
      Charlotte Trippier also showed her support for her partner Kieran, while Kalvin Phillips’ girlfriend Ashleigh Behan was also there.
      The Wags have been regulars at Wembley this summer in the stands.
      They were treated to a three-course meal in the opening game against Croatia on a sunny Sunday earlier this month.
      And they saw another victory as well this time last week when England beat Czech Republic to finish top of the group.
      A source said before the tournament: “Plans have been put in place to keep everyone safe.

      Ashleigh Behan, Kalvin Phillips’ partner, spotted at WembleyCredit: James Curley
      Anouska Santos wore her Luke Shaw shirt as she reached the home of footballCredit: James Curley
      Harry Kane’s wife Katie Goodland got into the spirit ahead of kick-offCredit: Instagram
      Jack Grealish’s girlfriend Sasha Attwood before the gameCredit: Instagram
      “The Wags and families haven’t been able to watch the players at a match because of Covid, but with fans coming back, it was important they were included too.
      “The FA and England boss Gareth Southgate are aware of how important family is to the players.
      “They will play a key role this summer if England are to bring it home.”
      Harry Kane’s wife Kate earlier shared a photo of the pair’s three children getting into the spirit.
      Kate posted a picture on Instagram of their kids with the caption “we love you daddy”.
      All three were wearing England shirts with the number nine on the back and name ‘daddy’ printed.

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      The children – four-year-old Ivy, two-year-old Vivienne, and five-month old Louis – all got behind their dad for Tuesday’s last 16 clash.
      Harry and Kate married in 2019 having been engaged for two years.
      The childhood sweethearts have been together since 2012 and Kate is a former fitness instructor.

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      Frank De Boer QUITS as Holland boss after shock Euro 2020 exit to Czech Republic in last 16

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      FRANK DE BOER has QUIT as Holland boss following his side’s shock Euro 2020 exit at the hands of Czech Republic.The Dutch boss had a clause in his contract stating he must reach the quarter-finals of the Euros to have his deal renewed beyond the summer.
      Frank De Boer has quit as Holland boss after failing to lead his side to the Euro 2020 quarter-finalsCredit: Getty
      But after crashing out in the last 16 following a 2-0 defeat at the hands of the Czechs, De Boer has decided to quit before he was officially sacked.
      Holland confirmed the news on Tuesday afternoon following extensive talks.
      A Holland statement read: “After talks between Frank de Boer and his agent Guido Albers this afternoon, it has been decided that both parties will separate with immediate effect.
      “Frank de Boer has announced that he does not want to continue, which is also in line with the contract between both parties, which required a place in the quarter-finals.
      “That contract will not be renewed.”
      De Boer added: “In anticipation of the evaluation, I have decided not to continue as national coach.
      “The objective has not been achieved, that is clear.
      “When I was approached to become national coach in 2020, I thought it was an honour and a challenge.

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      Holland crashed out in the last 16 of the Euros, losing 2-0 to Czech RepublicCredit: Reuters

      “But I was also aware of the pressure that would come upon me from the moment I was appointed.
      “That pressure is only increasing now, and that is not a healthy situation for me nor for the squad in the run-up to such an important match for the Dutch football on its way to World Cup qualification.
      “I want to thank everyone, of course the fans and the players.
      “My compliments also to the management who have created a real top sports climate here on campus.”
      Holland’s director of football Nico-Jan Hoogma added: “Despite all of Frank’s efforts, the goal of at least reaching the quarter-finals has not been achieved.
      “If that had not been achieved, we would evaluate, which could possibly have produced a different outcome.
      “We had bet on a better European Championship, but that didn’t work out.
      “The choice for Frank turned out differently than we had hoped.”

      Holland will now turn their attention to finding a new boss, with their next World Cup qualifier against Norway just around the corner.
      Hoogma continued: “A successor must now be found by me, after good internal consultation.
      “It is imperative to do so, because September 1 we will be playing the important qualifier against Norway in Oslo.
      “We will now evaluate further, broader than just the coach, sharpen the profile, do the work that can be expected of us here.”
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      Who is England vs Germany referee Danny Makkelie, and how many major tournaments has Dutchman refereed at?

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      OFFICIAL Danny Makkelie has been selected as the referee for the England vs Germany game at Euro 2020.The Dutchman was in the middle for the first Euros match at the Stadio Olimpico between Italy and Turkey, which saw Roberto Mancini’s side win 3-0.
      Makkelie has been selected as a VAR assistant for the World CupCredit: AFP – Getty
      He was also the ref for Finland’s defeat to Russia in the group stages.Has he officiated at the Euros before?
      A former police inspector, Makkelie will accept no messing about in the Wembley clash.
      He was first listed as a FIFA referee in 2011 and at 38 years old, still has plenty of seasons under his belt.
      Before this tournament, Makkelie was the referee for the 2020 Europa League final between Sevilla and Inter Milan, but this is his first major international tournament in the middle.
      What else has he done so far?
      Makkelie made his Eredivise debut in 2009 and has gone on to make over 180 appearances across nine seasons.
      He took charge of five Champions League fixtures in 2019, including the quarter-final first leg when Barcelona beat AS Roma 4-1.
      The Dutchman was blasted by the Italians’ boss Eusebio di Francesco for denying them a penalty in that game, but it proved irrelevant as Roma heroically won the second leg 3-0 to progress on away goals.
      Makkelie has also been involved in the Europe League, officiating 11 matches from 2012 to 2017.

      Has he used VAR before?
      The Dutchman has been involved in two major controversies with the VAR system.
      Makkelie became the first referee to send-off a player using the technology after he changed his yellow-card decision to a sending off against Willem II’s Anouar Kalu in a KNVB Cup game in 2016.
      He was also involved in one of the most famous and controversial usages of VAR when he took charge of the Dutch Super Cup final between Feyenoord and Vitesse.
      During that match, Feyenoord saw a goal disallowed and a penalty awarded to Vitesse instead after a VAR review showed Makkelie should have given the spot kick before the goal was scored. More

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      England XI vs Germany in Euro 2020 last 16 revealed: Saka starts but NO Grealish or Foden

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      ENGLAND have handed Bukayo Saka a start against Germany in their mouthwatering Euro 2020 last 16 clash.As SunSport exclusively revealed earlier, there is NO place in Gareth Southgate’s starting XI for Jack Grealish or Phil Foden.

      Bukayo Saka will be rewarded for a fine game against the Czech Republic with a start against GermanyCredit: AFP
      Grealish got the assist for England’s final Group D game, a 1-0 win thanks to Raheem Sterling against the Czech Republic.
      Foden missed that game despite playing the Scotland and Croatia clashes as Southgate didn’t want to risk him, being on a yellow card.
      Along with Arsenal star Saka, Sterling will be hoping to provide captain Harry Kane the chance to finally score in the tournament.
      Declan Rice will renew his central-midfield partnership with Kalvin Phillips, meaning Jordan Henderson will again be watching from the bench.
      But it is defence where the biggest changes have happened.
      Southgate will go with three centre-halves, with John Stones and the recovered-from-injury Harry Maguire joined by Kyle Walker.
      The three-man defence would be the same one which helped England to the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
      Luke Shaw and Kieran Trippier will be deployed as wing-backs, hopefully also being in a position to fire some balls into the box for Kane.

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      SunSport got it spot on with the England line-up
      England boss Gareth Southgate will be hoping his star striker Harry Kane finally firesCredit: Getty
      Jack Grealish and Phil Foden have to settle with places on the benchCredit: Reuters
      England have a nice path forward in the tournament – if they can beat GermanyCredit: PA

      Jordan Pickford will unsurprisingly be between the sticks after an untroubled start to the tournament.
      The Everton stopper is yet to concede a goal from three group games played.
      Back-up striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin has been left out of the 23-man matchday squad.
      The Athletic report that the Everton striker is ‘disappointed’ and that those close to the player are baffled by the decision, with Calvert-Lewin the obvious back-up option for Kane.
      Southgate has a fit 26-man squad, with Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell available again after their isolation period ended.
      The pair travelled separately and are with the squad, but only Mount has made the bench.

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      England team train ahead of their massive game against Germany for Euro 2020 More