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      Jordan Henderson one of seven players in history to play more than 50 times for England and NEVER score

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      JORDAN HENDERSON is just one of seven players to have played over 50 times for England and still NOT score.The Liverpool midfielder, 31, is one of the most experienced players in the Three Lions squad, with only Raheem Sterling having won more international caps in the current 26-man group.
      Jordan Henderson joins just six other players in earning more than 50 England caps without scoring
      Henderson thought he’d opened his England account against Czech Republic only for his goal to be ruled out for offsideCredit: AP
      Despite that, Henderson – a Premier League and Champions League winner with the Reds – has NEVER scored for his country.
      Incredibly, in England history only six other outfield stars have ever played 50 games or more and failed to find the net.
      Ashley Cole leads the way with 107 goalless England games, with Gary Neville (85) and Ray Wilson (63) way back.
      Henderson’s tally of 60 caps put him fourth, with Des Walker, Phil Neville (both 59) and Kyle Walker (57) the others.
      Henderson thought he’d finally broken his duck during Tuesday’s 1-0 win over Czech Republic.
      Having replaced Declan Rice at half-time for his first Euro 2020 appearance, Henderson stabbed the ball home for what would have been his first England goal.
      However, his effort was chalked off for offside with the long wait set to continue.
      Henderson had desperately attempted to end his goal drought in the 1-0 warm-up win over Romania.

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      Jordan Henderson also missed a penalty for England earlier this month in the 1-0 Euro 2020 warm-up win over RomaniaCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      Dominic Calvert-Lewin won a penalty and looked set to take the spot-kick, only for Henderson to wrestle the ball from him and take it himself.
      Unfortunately for the Liverpool captain, he fluffed his lines with his average effort saved.
      After the game, Gareth Southgate confessed Henderson was NOT meant to take the penalty.
      The Three Lions boss confirmed: “We expected Dominic Calvert-Lewin to take it and I was expecting Hendo to go over to him and let him take it.
      “We will pull rank next time.”
      Henderson will next hope to break his goal drought in the Euro 2020 last-16 clash next Tuesday.
      England will play the runners-up from Group F at Wembley, with France, Germany, Portugal and Hungary playing their final games on Wednesday night at 8pm.
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      Watch Cristiano Ronaldo ‘end Antonio Rudiger’s career’ with incredible no-look skill but Didi Hamann calls him a ‘fool’

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO pulled off an incredible ‘no-look’ skill that fans joked ‘ended Antonio Rudiger’s career’ on Saturday.The Portugal captain pulled off the move during his country’s 4-2 Euro 2020 defeat to Germany but ex-Liverpool star Didi Hamann branded him a ‘fool’.
      Cristiano Ronaldo pulled off a sumptuous bit of skill during Portugal’s Euro 2020 defeat to Germany
      He popped it over Chelsea man Antonio Rudiger before pulling off a ‘no-look’ pass
      And fans online said he ended Rudiger’s career

      Ronaldo, 36, had already put Portugal 1-0 up in Munich after a mammoth sprint from his own half.
      And his side looked on course to make it two wins from two after they opened their Group F campaign with a 3-0 win over Hungary.
      The jubilant mood seemed to affect Ronaldo and prompt him into pulling off the flamboyant trick in the 22nd minute.
      Ronnie was being marked by Rudiger when a ball was fired into him.
      He controlled it at waist height and popped it over the Chelsea man’s head and mimed as if he was going to catch it.
      Rudiger appeared to stop before Ronaldo turned his body to the left and used the outside of his right to knock the ball across to his team-mate leaving the German bamboozled.

      But the party atmosphere didn’t last long for captain Cristiano.
      Own-goals from Ruben Dias and Raphael Guerreiro saw the Germans go in 2-1 up at half-time.
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      Former German international Didi Hamann blasted Ronaldo for the move and called him a ‘fool’Credit: Getty – Contributor

      And it got worse before the hour mark as Rudiger’s Chelsea team-mate Kai Havertz, and left-back Robin Gosens scored one each to make it 4-1.
      Liverpool ace Diogo Jota looked like he’d set up a nervous finish with his 68th minute effort but the home side held on.
      Despite his country’s win, former Germany and Liverpool midfielder Hamann said the final result made Ronaldo’s skill earlier in the game made him look foolish.
      The 47-year-old told RTE: “I think it’s nonsense.
      “He flicks the ball over, pretends he is going to catch it and back-heels it across, and looks away.
      “Of course it is [amazing] and we know he can do that. I think, in a way he’s belittling the opposition.
      “This is at 1-0 and I’m sitting here while you all rave about it. Yes, he is the best, with Messi. He looks a fool now. This is 1-0. He does look the fool.
      “If you ask the German players, they’ll tell you now what they thought of it. They would have noticed that.
      “I tell you now, all of them will say it may have given us an extra bit of whatever to change things.
      “What is he trying to achieve? Maybe this [Germany comeback] is where it all started.”
      Fans online were also split by one of the greatest players of all time.
      Don wrote: “Ronaldo ended Rudiger’s career.”
      Sam added: “He’s so cocky but I love it.”
      And Rebelle tweeted: “All this and Germany won.”
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      Ronaldo has ended Rudiger’s career 😂💀— Don🇬🇭 (@Opresii) June 19, 2021

      He’s so cocky at times but I love it— Sam (@SamuelPuca) June 19, 2021

      All this and Germany won Mtchweee— REBELLE FLEUR _KIDDASHIAN 🚬👑 💸💸🚀 (@OdearJayne) June 19, 2021

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      Euro 2020 LIVE: England qualify and likely to play Portugal, France or Germany, Scotland OUT, Mount & Chilwell latest

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      EURO 2020 is rolling on at pace as we reach the conclusion of the group stages!England, Belgium, Italy, Austria, Netherlands, Wales and Denmark are all through to the knockout rounds.
      While all eyes will be on Scotland tonight as they face Croatia in a must-win clash to have any hope of advancing.
      England – who face Czech Republic tonight – will have to do with Chelsea stars Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell.
      Both players will have to self-isolate until June 28, having come into contact with club team-mate Billy Gilmour after the Three Lions’ draw with Scotland on Friday night.
      Gilmour, who won man of the match for his stunning performance at Wembley, has since tested positive for coronavirus following the game.
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      SWEDEN VS POLAND
      Andre Isak leads the line for Sweden in their final Euros group game.
      But there’s still no room for Juventus star Dejan Kulusevski.
      Meanwhile, Robert Lewandowski is up front for Poland.
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      I wersja tekstowa:Szczęsny – Bereszyński, Glik, Bednarek, Puchacz – Jóźwiak, Krychowiak, Klich, Zieliński – Świderski, Lewandowski#ŁączmySię | #SWEPOL 🇸🇪🇵🇱— Łączy nas piłka (@LaczyNasPilka) June 23, 2021

      SPAIN TEAM
      Luis Enrique has made several changes for Spain’s clash with Slovakia.
      Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta and Man City’s soon-to-be-Barcelona defender Eric Garcia are both starting.
      Sergio Busquets will make his first tournament appearance after recovering from Covid, while Pablo Sarabia lines up in attack.
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      YOUNG BUK
      It was a performance where Bukayo Saka came of age on the biggest stage.
      The Arsenal star shined as England beat Czech Republic 1-0 to seal top spot in their Euros group.
      But did you know that Saka was a model student with A* GCSEs, who also snubbed Chelsea for the Gunners?
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      CASE FOR DEFENCE
      Man Utd captain Harry Maguire has defended England’s defensive march to the Euro 2020 knockout stage – claiming they are playing the football needed to win tournaments.
      Maguire said: “I know everyone wants to play well and create numerous chances but teams are well drilled and organised.
      “It’s not all perfect, we can improve but you can’t argue with seven points from three games.
      “Can we play better? Of course we can. Will we improve? We will do everything we can to improve.
      “The fundamentals are there and now we’ve got to tidy up in every part of our game when we’re on the ball and there is a little bit more we can get out of each other and push each other.
      “If we are going to progress in this tournament we’re going to have to do that.”

      ‘WE ARE SORRY’
      Andy Robertson has issued a message on Twitter today, apologising for Scotland’s early Euro 2020 exit.
      He said: “Where to even start?! I suppose the first thing to do is to say that we are sorry for falling short in the end.
      “We desperately wanted to make even more history but we didn’t quite get there and it hurts.
      “Seeing the entire country not only following what we’ve done and supporting us but lifting us every step of the way made a big difference.
      “From the incredible support of the Tartan Army to the kids in the street wearing Scotland shirts,we’ve felt your love and been inspired by it.
      “To captain this country and these boys means the world to me and the feeling I’ve had leading them out in a tournament is impossible to describe!
      “What matters now is that we do all that we can to ensure that this is the start of a wonderful journey rather than the end.
      “We want more. We want to qualify for more tournaments and we want to make the people of this magnificent country even prouder!
      “We will give everything we have to make this a reality.
      “Scotland it’s been a pleasure.”
      IT’S COMING HOME
      West Ham and Czech Republic midfielder Tomas Soucek believes England are favourites to win Euro 2020.
      Soucek started for the Czech Republic in last night’s 1-0 loss against England at Wembley.
      And he came up against midfield partner Declan Rice.
      He said (quotes via RMC Sport): “We play to win every game, but we didn’t start well. 
      “England were dominant at the start, then we chatted in the locker room and the second half was much better.
      “But we weren’t clear enough around the opponent’s area. We could have created more chances. But it’s good preparation for the next game. 
      “We created some good situations for ourselves but we couldn’t do the job to finish.
      “I think England are favourites to win the tournament. They showed their quality. We wanted to finish. first in the group, beat England, but we didn’t.”
      Credit: GETTY IMAGES
      TEAM NEWS: SLOVAKIA VS SPAIN
      There are growing calls from Spanish press for Cesar Azpilicueta to start and lead Spain’s defence, writes SANDRA BROBBEY. 
      The return of the Chelsea ace could see Marcus Llorente return to a role further forward with the attacker currently playing at right-back. 
      And midfield dynamo Sergio Busquets could be set to make a much-needed return after missing Spain’s first two games due to a positive Covid-19 test. 
      The Barcelona stalwart’s return could see Rodri drop to the bench after the player received a yellow card against Poland.

      CHIEF CREATOR 
      Man Utd left-back Luke Shaw has created the most chances for England in the group stages despite playing two of the three games.

      TEAM NEWS: SWEDEN VS POLAND
      Poland will be boosted by the return of midfield maestro Grzegorz Krychowiak who missed his side’s second game due to a suspension for a red card received during his team’s loss to Slovakia, writes SANDRA BROBBEY. 
      And reports claim Leeds’ Mateusz Klich or Brighton’s Jakub Moder could drop to the bench to make way for the Locomotiv Moscow ace. 
      And Andersson is likely to keep faith with the side that defeated Slovakia 2-1.
      This is despite media outlets in Sweden calling for Mainz striker Robin Quaison to step in for veteran forward Marcus Berg.

      ‘I THOUGHT HE DID FANTASTIC’
      Former England striker Emile Heskey praised Man Utd captain Harry Maguire for his performance against the Czech Republic last night.
      Maguire completed his first 90 minutes of football since early May, and he helped England pick up another clean sheet.
      Speaking on the official England podcast, Heskey said: “I thought he did really well, considering I don’t think he’s had loads of training sessions.
      “I thought he did fantastic. Controlled it, bossed it in there.”
      ROAD TO WEMBLEY
      England will play one of Portugal, France or Germany at Wembley in the Round of 16.

      TEAM NEWS: GERMANY VS HUNGARY
      Thomas Muller, 31, is likely to be out of action after picking up a knee injury during Germany’s win against Portugal. 
      Reports claim Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane, 25, could be in line to replace the veteran striker who helped his side win the 2014 World Cup. 
      The former Manchester City ace has netted seven times in 32 senior international appearances for Germany. 
      And Mats Hummels is thought to be contending with a knee injury but it’s thought the defender could be starting in Low’s side this evening. 
      Meanwhile Nemanja Nikolic is expected to keep his place in Hungary’s attack with team-mate Adam Szalai recovering from a head injury sustained during his team’s 0-0 draw with France.

      MAGUIRE RETURNS
      Harry Maguire returned to action after a spell on the sidelines with an injury. 
      The Man Utd captain missed the last few weeks of the season, and missed Man Utd’s Europa League final against Villarreal.
      But Maguire returned to action for England last night, playing a pivotal role in keeping a clean sheet against the Czech Republic. 
      90 minutes under his belt and England are through to the knockout stages!
      Credit: GETTY IMAGES
      TEAM NEWS: PORTUGAL VS FRANCE
      Portugal will be without striker Joao Felix and left-back Nuno Mendes for their final group F clash with both players having missed their side’s loss to Germany, writes SANDRA BROBBEY.
      Atletico Madrid ace Felix, 21, is reportedly contending with hamstring problems.
      And Sporting Lisbon starlet Mendes, 19, who is reportedly a Man United transfer target, is out of action due to a thigh strain. 
      It is thought Santos could look to make some minor changes to his midfield line-up. 
      Rafa Silva is reportedly in contention to make an appearance after helping the reigning Euros champs trounce Hungary. 
      The Benfica playmaker came on as a second-half substitute contributing to his side’s 3-0 win in their first fixture of this year’s tournament. 
      And Renato Sanches could also be set to make his first start for Santos’ side in the tournament. 
      The Lille midfielder, 23, became the youngest player to ever feature in European Championship final in 2016 at the age of 18
      And Sanches’ positive attacking display helped skipper Ronaldo net a late brace against Hungary. 
      Meanwhile France suffered a blow to their attacking ranks with Ousmane Dembele ruled out for the rest of the tournament. 
      The winger sustained a knee injury during France’s 1-1 draw with Hungary with the French FA confirming the player would miss the rest of his side’s fixtures. 
      And reports claim Lucas Hernandez could return as a left-back for Deschamps side, replacing Lucas Digne who started against Hungary. 

      RON TOP
      Cristiano Ronaldo finished off a blistering counter attack to open the sring in Portugal’s game against Germany.
      But the defending European champions went on to lose 4-2.
      They face France tonight, but could still qualify for the knockout stages as one of four of the best third placed teams.

      MOURINHO’S MAGUIRE ASSESSMENT
      Former Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho assessed Harry Maguire’s return to football.
      He said: “I keep saying when you have an option to take 26 players, you have to risk, gamble and take an injured player if the player deserves that. Maguire is one of those players.
      “He was confident, he was stable, he was intelligent, read the game well, and has a good partnership with [John] Stones.
      “[Tyrone] Mings is doing a fantastic job, you could feel he was happy to come in for 10 or 15 minutes, he is a team player.
      “I wouldn’t be surprised if the next game is against Germany, the way they play with three at the back – I wouldn’t be surprised if England went with Stones, Maguire and Mings at the back.”
      GAME DAY
      Four games are on today from groups E and F.
      Sweden vs Poland and Slovakia vs Spain kick-off the Euros action today from 5pm.
      Former European and world champions Spain find themselves in a spot of bother, on two points from two games.
      And they need to beat Slovakia, who are going strong in the group.
      Sweden, who look as good as through, take on Poland who managed to hold off Spain in their last game.
      Onto the 8pm kick-offs, England fans will be watching on with a real interest.
      France are taking on Portugal, and Germany are facing Hungary.
      And whoever finishes second in Group F, faces England at Wembley…… big day of football!
      HEARTBREAK
      Modric scored an absolute beauty against Scotland yesterday and dragged Croatia into the knockout stages.
      Scotland’s Euro dream comes to an end.

      SOUTHGATE’S THOUGHTS
      England manager Gareth Southgate gave his post-match thoughts about the win over the Czech Republic to ITV.
      He said: “We started really well. We were stable with the ball. We changed what we were doing overnight because of the change to personnel, so great credit to the players. 
      “We’ve been super-impressed with Bukayo, his receiving under pressure was fantastic. I think there’s more to come from us. We haven’t scored from a set play yet. 
      “They’re crucial in big matches, so we’ve got to get those nailed. We’re not fluent, but we have moments when we look a good side. There’s a lot of good things that we are doing. 
      “We’ve got most of the squad into the games. Ninety minutes for Harry Maguire, which was important. Hendo 45, which was a real step forward. 
      “A lot of positives for us. It’s great to have more supporters. Who knows whether it’ll be a good draw or not, but we wanted to win the group, to stay at Wembley, and we’ll wait and see who we’ll play tomorrow.”
      YES SIR I CAN BOOGIE
      Unfortunately for Scotland, their Euro 2020 campaign came to an end.

      STERLING SPEAKS
      Goal-scorer Raheem Sterling gave his assessment to ITV after last night’s game against the Czech Republic game.
      He said: “There’s positives from the game. We kept the ball better, we had more attacking options. 
      “We got in the gaps really well and played some good football. We got the goal we needed. 
      “I thought I’d put the first effort away, but am happy to get my goal in the end. 
      “Saka and Grealish got in the pockets really well, turned with the ball, they were positive. 
      “It’s brilliant to have these players around you, who can create goals. Different players are needed for different matches. 
      “If you don’t concede goals, you win football matches. We just need to score at the other end. 
      “Our objective from the beginning was to win the group. Things are going to be difficult at times. 
      “It’s tournament football, and at some point you’re going to have to face the best teams. That’s the whole point, to challenge yourself.”
      GOOD MORNING EUROS FANS
      England will play Germany, France, Portugal or Hungary in the last 16 of the Euros after beating Czech Republic.
      The Three Lions’ narrow 1-0 win at Wembley last night ensured they finished top of Group D, with Raheem Sterling netting the winner.
      And that means they have a horror last-16 clash with the runners-up from ‘Group of Death’ Group F on Tuesday, June 29 at 5pm – again, under the Arch.
      As things stand, old rivals Germany sit second in that group with three points but they still have one game to play tonight against Hungary.
      However, it could also be a meeting with World Cup winners France, or defending European Champions Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo.
      And England’s fate will be decided when those two teams also meet later today.
      England goalscorer Sterling praised his side’s performance against the Czechs, saying: “I thought it was a much better performance, attacking-wise. 
      “I thought we had more fluid movement and we created some problems as well. Most importantly, we scored the goal we needed and kept a clean sheet.
      “It’s tournament football, it’s very different to being at your clubs. We just need to get to see games out a little bit better. We’re making good progress and now it’s time for a big challenge.”
      There was heartbreak for Scotland though, as they crashed out of the Euros.
      Steve Clarke’s men lost 3-1 to Croatia in front of a home crowd at Hampden Park.
      And Scotland will now be exiting the competition bottom of the group.
      The result saw Croatia end up finishing second, with the Czechs taking third place.
      HUNGAR STRIKE
      England look set to face one of France, Germany or Portugal in the last 16.
      But there IS still a way the Three Lions can get an easier draw against Hungary.
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      COMMENT BY CHARLIE WYETT
      Harry Maguire roared back to form just one month after ditching his protective boot.
      The centre-back put in a mammoth performance in tonight’s 1-0 win against Czech Republic.
      And Maguire will be vital for England’s Euro 2020 hopes throughout the rest of the tournament.
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      MORE FROM GARETH
      “The Czechs are a really good side. They use the ball well and are really tough to break down. There is more to come from us, definitely. 
      “We have not scored from a set play yet which I know people laughed at with us only scoring from them. They are crucial in big matches and we have to get those nailed. 
      “We are not fluent but we have moments where we look a good side. Different sorts of tests. All of our next opponents will be different games. There is a lot of good things we are doing. 
      “We are getting minutes for a lot of the players. Ninety minutes for Harry Maguire was important tonight. Jordan Henderson getting 45 minutes is a step forward. A lot of positives.
      “It is great to be having more supporters in that is for sure. Who knows if that will be a good or not. We wanted to win the group and stay at Wembley and we will wait to see who we play.”

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      Bizarre moment entire Sweden squad FLICK Newcastle star Emil Krafth in head in training ground punishment

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      SWEDEN and Newcastle right-back Emil Krafth was flicked in the head numerous times by his teammates during a Euro 2020 training session.In a video posted on Sweden’s official social media accounts, the 26-year-old could be seen the subject of a unique punishment as the rest of the squad took the opportunity to humorously attack Krafth’s forehead.
      The Newcastle man was swamped by his Sweden teammatesCredit: UEFA.tv
      He was flicked in the head numerous times by the rest of the squadCredit: UEFA.tv
      But he took the punishment in good faith as he laughed it offCredit: UEFA.tv
      The defender was left grinning after he had been punished by his teammates in a funny moment of messing around at the training ground.
      Sweden are preparing for their final Group E game on Wednesday evening when they take on Poland at the European Championships.
      James Andersson’s side have already qualified for the second round having picked up four points from their opening two games.
      Sweden frustrated Spain to pick up a hard-fought goalless draw in their opening match.
      And then they ground out a 1-0 win against Slovakia thanks to a second half penalty from Emil Forsberg.
      Krafth came off the bench with 15 minutes to go against Spain and then came on in stoppage time at the end of the win over Slovakia.
      Despite already having booked their place in the last 16, Group E remains up for grabs heading into the final round of fixtures.
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      Sweden currently top the group but could find themselves in third at the end of the night if results go against them.
      The winner of their group will face a third place qualifier, while the runners-up will take on Croatia.
      Andersson’s side have not lost in seven matches since they were beaten by world champions France back in November.
      But they face the daunting task of trying to keep Poland and Bayern Munich sensation Robert Lewandowski quiet in their final group game.
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      Dejan Lovren sends old Liverpool pal Andy Robertson classy message after Croatia KO Scotland from Euro 2020

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      DEJAN LOVREN sent a classy message to old Liverpool pal Andy Robertson after Croatia dumped Scotland out of Euro 2020. Lovren insisted Robertson’s Scotland should be proud of their efforts despite failing to progress out of the group.
      Andy Robertson and Dejan Lovren greet each other at the final whistle at Hampden ParkCredit: SNS
      Robertson and Lovren celebrating during their time together at LiverpoolCredit: REUTERS
      Scotland crashed out of Euro 2020 after losing 3-1 to Croatia at Hampden Park on Tuesday night.
      But Lovren, who left Liverpool last year, offered his support to Robertson and his Scotland team-mates after falling short on qualifying for the knockout stages for the first time.
      The former Liverpool defender Lovren said: “Between 90min there is nothing to say, everyone is giving their best for his team.
      “Anyway, after that we are just old friends and it was nice to see this man again.
      “Your team and your country should be proud, no matter what. Brilliant atmosphere! Well done.”
      Between 90min there is nothing to say, everyone is giving their best for his team. Anyway, after that we are just old friends and it was nice to see this man again. Your team and your country should be proud, no matter what. Brilliant atmosphere! well done🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👏🏻 @andrewrobertso5 pic.twitter.com/QDdsXZYNgK— Dejan Lovren (@Dejan06Lovren) June 23, 2021

      Where to even start?! I suppose the first thing to do is to say that we are sorry for falling short in the end. We desperately wanted to make even more history but we didn’t quite get there and it hurts. pic.twitter.com/Oh9N1FyHuU— Andy Robertson (@andrewrobertso5) June 23, 2021

      To captain this country and these boys means the world to me and the feeling I’ve had leading them out in a tournament is impossible to describe!What matters now is that we do all that we can to ensure that this is the start of a wonderful journey rather than the end.— Andy Robertson (@andrewrobertso5) June 23, 2021

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      Robertson treated the Scotland players to gift boxes at the start of their Euro 2020 training camp.
      And Scotland produced a gutsy display to earn a 0-0 draw at Wembley against England in their second match.
      But the team’s lack of goals proved costly as they were beaten by Croatia in their decider to bring an end to their tournament.
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      Denmark set to be allowed extra fan tickets from Wales’ allocation for Euro 2020 last-16 clash due to Covid travel rules

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      WALES fans are set to be severely outnumbered in Amsterdam on Saturday as their country takes on Demark at Euro 2020.The last-16 tie kicks off at 5pm from Johan Cruyff Arena with coronavirus travel guidelines favouring the Danes.
      Johan Cruyff Arena will welcome 16,000 fans for Saturday’s knockout tieCredit: Reuters
      Neither the UK nor Denmark is listed as a ‘safe’ country by the Netherlands’ Covid rules but, as a Schengen area nation, Danes have been told they can exploit a loophole to watch the match.
      And the unsold allocation originally destined for their Welsh rivals is set to be handed over to bolster their support.
      However, they will only be allowed to stay in the country for a maximum 12 hours.
      Welsh supporters have been told that they will not be allowed into the Dutch capital.
      The Netherlands is on the UK’s amber list of travel countries, advising against all but essential travel.
      Welsh Government health minister Eluned Morgan said: “We have had some guidance from the police in Amsterdam who have told us that they will not be letting Welsh fans into the country.
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      “And so that means that we would encourage you of course to stay here and watch the matches carefully.
      “If local authorities come forward and ask us for the setting up of fan zones, then of course we will as a government consider that and publish guidelines for how that could be done in a safe way.”
      Hundreds of Welsh fans travelled to Baku for Euro 2020 group matches against Switzerland and Turkey, despite Azerbaijan being on the amber list.
      Visitors needed to provide a recent negative Covid test to enter the country, while Italy required a hotel quarantine period for visiting supporters attending the group finale in Rome.
      Danish fans have been advised to watch Saturday’s last-16 clash from home despite the loophole.
      Erik Brogger, director of Denmark’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Citizen Service, told reporters: “You can get to the football, but you have to plan quite carefully if you do not want to risk being quarantined in a hotel room.
      A few hundred Wales fans travelled to Baku during the group stageCredit: Getty

      “It should be technically possible, but you have to plan it pretty carefully.
      “For most people, it will probably be better to stay at home. We encourage you to watch the match at home.”
      Five flights are currently scheduled to arrive from Copenhagen before noon on Saturday, the same number then departing Amsterdam after 9pm.
      A reduced capacity of just 16,000 will be allowed into Johan Cruyff Arena for the match.
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      Watch as laid-back Germany stars sing 4 Non Blondes’ ‘What’s Up’ and play guitars ahead of Euro 2020 clash vs Hungary

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      RELAXED Germany stars have been singing and playing guitars ahead of their crunch Euro 2020 clash with Hungary tonight.A defeat, coupled with a Portugal victory over France, would see Joachim Low’s 2014 World Cup winners eliminated from the competition.
      Serge Gnabry showed off his guitar skillsCredit: Instagram / @robinkoch
      Joshua Kimmich and Kevin Volland also got involved in the sing-songCredit: Instagram / @robinkoch
      Kevin Trapp didn’t shy away from a good timeCredit: Instagram / @robinkoch
      But if players are feeling the pressure, they certainly aren’t showing it.
      Leeds star Robin Koch has taken to Instagram to show off his ‘boyband’ team-mates having a sing-song as they enjoy some down time between matches.
      Serge Gnabry, Kevin Volland and Joshua Kimmich can be seen playing their guitars, while belting out 90’s girl-band 4 Non Blondes’ hit ‘What’s Up?’.
      The footballers turned musicians are also joined by Mats Hummels and Kevin Trapp, who sing along with their joyful team-mates.
      Low, 61, appears to have fostered a great atmosphere in the camp – in what is his final tournament in charge of Die Mannschaft.
      But his stars will very much be all business going into tonight’s game.
      Germany were humiliated as reigning champions at the 2018 World Cup, being knocked out in the group stage in Russia.
      And they will be desperate to avoid the same fate this time around.
      The Germans are ready for their crunchy clash with Hungary tonightCredit: AFP
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      Having bounced back from their 1-0 defeat to France with a 4-2 mauling of Portugal, the Germans’ fate is very much in their own hands.
      But even if they progress, there are various permutations that will decide their Round of 16 opponents.
      And one of these could see them face England at Wembley in a repeat of the 1966 World Cup final next Tuesday.
      If France and Germany both win tonight, Low and Co will face the Three Lions next week.
      Should they lose to Hungary and France beat Portugal, they could face the Netherlands in the next round.
      And if they beat Hungary, and France beat the Portuguese, they will face the third placed side from either Group A or Group C.

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      John Stones subbed off in England Euro 2020 win vs Czech Republic due to fatigue and NOT injury in boost for last-16 tie

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      JOHN STONES was subbed off during England’s win over Czech Republic due to fatigue and NOT injury in a huge boost for Gareth Southgate.The Manchester City centre-back, 27, was surprisingly taken off with ten minutes to play – replaced by Tyrone Mings – sparking fears he had picked up a knock.
      John Stones was taken off vs Czech Republic due to tiredness and not injury, say reportsCredit: Getty

      Stones’ withdrawal meant there were two left-sided centre-backs on the pitch in Mings and Harry Maguire – who was making his return following a 44-day injury lay-off – suggesting it wasn’t planned by Southgate.
      But The Athletic now claim Stones was simply tired following a gruelling season and is fit for next Tuesday’s last-16 game.
      The defender has played 40 times for club and country since the end of October 2020, including the full 90 minutes against Croatia and Scotland.
      Stones has looked assured all tournament so far and his absence would have been a huge blow.
      So the news he was simply fatigued is a huge boost to both fans and the squad.
      As well as Stones, Maguire and Mings, Southgate has Conor Coady and Ben White at his disposal in the heart of defence.
      England have a week off ahead of their last-16 clash.
      Following Tuesday night’s win over Czech Republic – with Raheem Sterling scoring the winner – the Three Lions now don’t play until Tuesday June 29.

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      England will go up against the runners-up from Group F – one of France, Germany, Portugal of Hungary.
      As things stand, the Germans will be the last-16 opponents with Joachim Low’s currently in second place in the ‘Group of Death’.
      England will learn their last-16 fate TONIGHT, as Germany face Hungary at 8pm.
      Simultaneously, France take on Portugal with everything to play for.
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