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      Phil Foden pays tribute to England icon Paul Gascoigne with new bleached haircut ahead of Euro 2020 campaign

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      PHIL FODEN paid tribute to Paul Gascoigne by recreating the England icon’s famous haircut from Euro 96.The Manchester City star has fans hoping the new look will help him inspire the Three Lions this summer the way Gazza did 25 years ago.
      Phil Foden has unveiled his new hairstyle ahead of Euro 2020Credit: Instagram
      The Manchester City star bleached his dark locks days before England’s opening game
      Foden drew comparisons with Paul Gascoigne’s iconic Euro 96 lookCredit: Getty
      Foden – who has already been compared to Gascoigne in terms of playing style – took things to a new level by unveiling his fresh trim for the Euros.
      Ahead of England’s first Group D game against Croatia on Sunday, the 21-year-old revealed he has bleached his usually dark locks blonde.
      And in case any fans were in doubt about the Gascoigne reference, Foden captioned a picture on his Instagram story: “Euro 96 vibes.”
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      Explaining his new look, the attacker said: “I’ve had the same haircut for ages now. I thought I’d try something new.
      “I woke up this morning with a lot of comparisons to Gazza and Eminem, it was my own thing and people have turned it into something else.”
      Foden, who claimed the rest of England’s squad reacted positively to the change, will now be hoping to emulate his idol’s exploits at Wembley.
      Gazza shone for England back in 1996 as the Three Lions reached the semi-finals on home soil.
      It was also at Wembley against Scotland where he scored one of the country’s most iconic goals – the same location and rivals Foden is set to face later this month.
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      The youngster added: “They’ve said they liked it, it’s a positive thing, which I’m surprised about!
      “I remember watching highlights on TV of Gazza. An unbelievable player, the full nation know what he means to the country and what he did.
      “It wouldn’t be too bad if I tried to bring a bit of Gazza on the pitch! I’ve dyed it now so it’s got to stay around, not going away any time soon.”
      Foden had already been compared to Gascoigne for his play-style
      The 21-year-old has fans hoping the new look will help him inspire the way Gazza did in ’96
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      Man Utd star Donny van de Beek ruled out of Holland’s Euro 2020 campaign in cruel injury blow

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      DONNY VAN DE BEEK is out of the Euros due to injury.The Manchester United and Netherlands midfielder, 24, did not feature in either warm-up friendly against Scotland or Georgia ahead of the tournament.
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      Donny van de Beek is out of the Euros due to an injury but will not be replacedCredit: Getty
      🔶 Donny van de Beek misses EURO 2020Van de Beek has to let the European Championship pass by. The midfielder is struggling with an injury. As a result, he is not available in time for EURO 2020. Frank de Boer will not call a replacement for Van de Beek.Get well soon, Donny! 🙏— OnsOranje (@OnsOranje) June 8, 2021

      And he trained separate from the rest of the team on Monday.
      Now the KNVB have confirmed Van de Beek is ‘struggling with an injury’ and has been ruled out.
      United team-mate Marcus Rashford sent a message of support for his pal.
      The England forward tweeted: “sorry mate @Donny_beek6 take some time for yourself and keep your head high x”
      Manager Frank de Boer will not call up a replacement to fill his spot in the 26-man squad.
      A statement said: “Donny van de Beek has to let the European Championships pass by.
      “The Manchester United midfielder is struggling with an injury.
      “As a result, the 19-cap international, who last played minutes in orange in March during Gibraltar 0-7 Netherlands, is not available in time for the European Championships.

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      “National coach Frank de Boer does not call for a replacement for Van de Beek.”
      The Dutch get their Group C campaign underway against Ukraine on Sunday before taking on Austria and North Macedonia.
      Van de Beek’s injury is a miserable end to a disappointing season.
      He made his £39million transfer from Ajax to Old Trafford last summer but has struggled in England.
      Unable to dislodge Bruno Fernandes out of the United No10 spot and less suited to a defensive midfield role, Van de Beek made just 19 Premier League appearances – four as a starter.
      His only goal came in the defeat on the opening day of the season against Crystal Palace and the one assist was at home to Burnley in April.
      He was linked with an exit – to Jose Mourinho’s Roma or a return to Ajax – but SunSport understands the Red Devils will reject any approaches.

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      ‘Land of Fire’ Azerbaijan can’t wait to host Wales fans at Euro 2020… until they play Turkey

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      THEY have the longest journey of any team in Euro 2020, but Wales fans are being welcomed with open arms in Azerbaijan.The country was one of only three – the other two being Hungary and Russia – to tell Uefa in April that fans of all teams playing at the national stadium could enter without quarantine.
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      Wales face by far the longest journey of any team at Euro 2020 as they travel to AzerbaijanCredit: PA
      Wales will stay ten days in Baku as they face Switzerland and TurkeyCredit: Getty
      Azerbaijan FA (AFFA) Vice-President Elkhan Mammadov told SunSport: “We believe the participating countries’ fans have to be able to fly and support their teams. It’s very important.”
      The Azerbaijanis have also made a huge statement of intent by announcing games in Baku will take place at 50 per cent capacity, while venues like Wembley will only be a quarter full for the group stage.
      Wales fans determined to make the 6,000-mile round trip will need only a match ticket and a negative PCR test to enter Azerbaijan.
      “They can get a visa on arrival by presenting a match ticket or they can get a visa online in advance. There’s no quarantine.”
      Azerbaijan is hoping up to two thousand fans of Robert Page’s side will brave six-hour flights each way and a ten-day quarantine on return to the UK.

      As long as they have a match ticket and a negative PCR test, Wales fans will be free to enjoy BakuCredit: EPA
      Azerbaijan’s FA is hopeful of up to two thousand Welsh fans flying to Baku for the tournamentCredit: Getty
      But the warm welcome the Dragons get won’t necessarily extend to support for the team on the pitch in one particular fixture – Wales vs Turkey.
      Mammodov said: “Because we speak almost the same language, because we have a shared history, because it’s our region and we have six or seven flights a day to Istanbul, most of the locals will support Turkey.”
      Turkey has become a second team for people in Azerbaijan – a country that has never qualified for an international football tournament, with youngsters typically excelling in chess instead.
      He added: “Every family in Baku, every person, every kid can play chess and we have produced World Cup winners.”
      President Ilham Aliyev’s late father even described the Azerbaijanis and Turks as one nation with two countries.
      But Mammodov did say: “I think for Wales vs Switzerland, whoever is more active socially with the local people will earn more support.”
      And there will be plenty of time for that with bars in Baku open as normal, rules around wearing masks outside scrapped and pints costing £1.50.

      Turkey can expect a lot of support in AzerbaijanCredit: AP:Associated Press
      Baku’s fire temple is a Unesco World Heritage SiteCredit: Getty
      Wales fans are set for perfect beach weather during Euro 2020Credit: Getty – Contributor
      “The great thing is it’s a holiday, not a two or three-day trip.
      “Wales are here longer than any other team. They arrived [Monday] and they don’t leave until June 17.
      “You can get a full taste of Baku city, the weather is wonderful and the beach is only a 25-minute drive away.”
      In 2014, Atletico Madrid memorably won La Liga and reached the Champions League final in shirts with the sponsor ‘Azerbaijan: Land of Fire’ – a private venture from a rich patriot keen to boost tourism.
      Mammodov said: “Land of Fire in terms of passion, in terms of history and in terms of energy.
      “15 or 16 centuries ago there was a big religion of fire believers here, who built fire temples.”
      The Baku Fire Temple is a Unesco World Heritage Site and one of the top tourism sites in Azerbaijan today.
      But Mammodov adds: “Later we realised it was just gas and oil.”

      Not that Azerbaijan has done badly out of gas and oil, with their £280m new stadium built in 2015 and hosting Chelsea vs Arsenal in the 2019 Europa League final.
      But in the longer term Azerbaijan wants to qualify for major tournaments rather than just hosting them.
      Mammodov said: “This is one of our dreams and my personal dream.
      “Until now, we have been a country of individual sports. Wrestling, judo, karate, chess… and refereeing.
      “Tofiq Bahramov, who you call the ‘Russian linesman’ that won England the 1966 World Cup, was actually from Azerbaijan. His grandson worked with us at the AFFA until recently.
      The ‘Russian linesman’ from the 1966 World Cup final Tofiq Bahramov is honoured with a statue outside the stadium named after him in BakuCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      “We are working for qualification and trying to achieve it.
      “We’re laying the foundations with the achievements of Qarabag, Neftchi and Gabala – three clubs playing in the Europa League group stage.
      “So I think it won’t be long until our national team is seen at a European Championship.”
      For now however, hosting Wales, Switzerland and especially Turkey will more than do. More

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      Hungary v Ireland: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Euro 2020 warm-up

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      IRELAND may not be at the Euros this summer, but they will play at one of the biggest venues for the tournament.Stephen Kenny’s side head to the Szusza Ferenc Stadion in Budapest for a friendly against Hungary.
      Ireland play Hungary at the Szusza Ferenc StadionCredit: Sportsfile
      Here is all you need to know about the international friendly.

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      When is Hungary vs Ireland and what time does it kick off?

      Hungary face Ireland on Tuesday, June 8.
      The match kicks off at 7pm UK time.
      Hungary is an hour ahead of the UK so that will mean it kicks off at 8pm local time.
      The clash takes place at Szusza Ferenc Stadion.

      What TV channel is Hungary vs Ireland on and can I stream it?

      Hungary vs Ireland is on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football.
      Coverage begins at 6.55pm on Sky Sports Football and at 6.55pm on Sky Sports Main Event.
      To stream the game live, go to the Sky Go app.
      Non-Sky Sports subscribers can still watch all the action with a Now TV Day Pass from £9.99.

      Team news
      Stephen Kenny wants fledgling Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu to experience battle amid a hostile atmosphere as he attempts to steel him for September’s World Cup qualifiers.
      The 19-year-old Manchester City keeper, who spent last season on loan at League One Rochdale, was handed a senior debut for his country in March’s World Cup qualifier against Luxembourg with number one Darren Randolph and Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher injured, and has retained his place since.
      However, asked if the uncapped Kelleher, 22, would get his chance in Tuesday night’s friendly against Hungary in front of a partisan crowd at the Szusza Ferenc Stadion in Budapest, Kenny admitted he had a big decision to make.
      Bazunu is one of a series of young players to have been handed their chance by Kenny, 19-year-old Tottenham striker Troy Parrott also catching the eye with two goals against Andorra, and Egan admits they have dealt admirably with the pressure of the step up. More

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      Poland vs Iceland: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Euro 2020 warm-up

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      POLAND are gearing up for the Euros with their final pre-tournament warm-up game.And they will face one of the biggest heroes of Euro 2016 in Iceland, who won’t be bringing their thunder clap to the this year’s tournament, having not qualified.
      Poland have been warming up for the Euros and have a final friendly against IcelandCredit: EPA
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      Here is all you need to know about the international friendly.
      When does Poland vs Iceland kick off?

      Poland face Iceland at on Tuesday, June 8.
      The match kicks off at 5pm UK time.
      Poland is an hour ahead of the UK so that will mean it kicks off at 6pm local time.
      The clash takes place in Stadion Miejski in Poznan.

      What TV channel is Poland vs Iceland on and can I live stream it?

      Poland vs Iceland is on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football.
      Coverage begins at 4.55pm on Sky Sports Football and at 5pm on Sky Sports Main Event.
      To stream the game live, go to the Sky Go app.
      Non-Sky Sports subscribers can still watch all the action with a Now TV Day Pass from £9.99.

      Team News
      Poland are hoping to come out of their final Euros warm-up game unscathed and Paulo Sousa’s side currently have a clean bill of health.
      Robert Lewandowski was rested for the 1-1 draw against Russia a week ago but could start this next match.
      Iceland beat the Faroe Islands 1-0 on Friday and have injury problems with Magnusson Hordur Bjorvin, Sigurdsson Arnor and Skulason Ari. More

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      France vs Bulgaria: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Euro 2020 warm-up

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      FRANCE are taking on Bulgaria in their final warm-up match before Euro 2020.Les Bleus enjoyed a stroll in the park against Wales last week, winning 3-0 after Neco Williams was controversially sent off for the Dragons.
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      Paul Pogba has warned France against complacency heading into Euro 2020Credit: AFP
      But Paul Pogba has issued a stern warning against complacency to the French team.
      He said: “We have a PlayStation team but it will remain a PlayStation team if we don’t win a trophy.”
      And winning the trophy became a lot more challenging when the group stage draw was made and Les Bleus were placed with Portugal, Germany and Hungary.
      What time does France vs Bulgaria kick off?

      France vs Bulgaria takes place on Tuesday, June 8.
      The match kicks off at 8.10pm UK time – 9.10pm in France.
      It will be held at the Stade de France, Paris.
      Last time the two sides met, France were 1-0 winners in Sofia in World Cup 2018 qualifying.

      What TV channel is France vs Bulgaria on and can I live stream it?

      France vs Bulgaria is live on Sky Sports Premier League.
      Coverage commences at 8pm – ten minutes before kick-off.
      To stream the game live, head to your Sky Go app.
      Non-Sky Sports subscribers can still watch all the action with a Now TV Day Pass from £9.99.

      Team news
      N’Golo Kante returns to the France squad after winning the Champions League with Chelsea.
      And Blues team-mate Olivier Giroud could displace Karim Benzema for the French.
      Benjamin Pavard and Lucas Hernandez only played 45 minutes against Wales but should be fine for this game.

      France Euro 2020 squad

      Hugo Lloris (GK) (c)
      Steve Mandanda (GK)
      Mike Maignan (GK)
      Leo Dubois
      Benjamin Pavard
      Kurt Zouma
      Jules Kounde
      Raphael Varane
      Clement Lenglet
      Prinsel Kimpembe
      Lucas Digne
      Lucas Hernandez
      N’Golo Kante
      Paul Pogba
      Adrien Rabiot
      Corentin Tolisso
      Moussa Sissoko
      Karim Benzema
      Olivier Giroud
      Kylian Mbappe
      Marcus Thuram
      Kingsley Coman
      Wissam Ben Yedder
      Antoine Griezmann
      Thomas Lemar
      Ousmane Dembele

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      Germany vs Latvia LIVE RESULT: Werner and Gundogan on scoresheet as Joachim Low’s side thump visitors in Euros warm-up

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      GERMANY smashed seven past Latvia to give Joachim Low’s side the perfect warm-up to Euro 2020.Doubtless tougher opponents will show up than the hapless Latvians, but goals from Gosens, Gundogan, Muller, Gnabry, Werner, Sane and an own goal will do confidence no harm.
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      THAT’S ALL FOR TONIGHT!
      Germany beat Latvia 7-1 to conclude their Euro 2020 preparations in perfect fashion.
      The Germans were 5-0 up by half time thanks to goals from Gosens, Gundogan, Muller, Ozols (O.G.) and Gnabry.
      Werner made it 6-0 shortly after half time and Saveljevs pulled one back for the Latvians with 15 minutes to go. Germany completed the scoring through Leroy Sane a minute later.
      Joachim Low’s side will kick-off their Euro 2020 campaign against France on June 15.
      Join us on SunSport for more live blogs as the build up to the Euros continues.
      Goodnight!
      REACTION FROM KAZAKEVICS
      “We are disappointed in our performance and results.
      “Clearly in the second half, the pressure from the opponents was not so great, but glad that the players came on the field quite bravely, using their minutes.”
      REACTION FROM LOW
      “We did a lot of things right today, we had discussed things in the past days and what needs to be improved. In the first half we had a lot of pace and speed, good pressing.
      “Our conversion rate was much better, it was an issue in the past months and we made our lives difficult. We need to finish the chances we create.
      “Now we need to increase the pace even more and keep the intensity over 90 minutes and we will be good for next week.”
      REACTION FROM HAVERTZ

      POST MATCH STATS
      Muller scored his first Germany goal since a March 2018 friendly draw with Spain. He’s struck 39 times in 102 internationals.
      Neuer is the 13th player in Germany history to reach 100 international appearances, albeit the first goalkeeper. He has kept 43 clean sheets, whilst conceding 95 goals.
      Jamal Musiala is the youngest player in Germany’s Euro 2020 squad. The 18-year-old won his third senior cap.
      Gnabry has scored 16 goals in 21 senior international appearances.
      Sane has seven goals in 29 games for Germany.
      Gosens opened his Germany account in his seventh outing for Die Mannschaft.
      A GREAT NIGHT IN FRONT OF THE FANS

      PROUD NIGHT FOR NEUER

      PERFECT PREP FOR THE EUROS

      MULLER’S IN STELLAR COMPANY

      GNABRY ALSO GOT IN ON THE ACT

      WERNER SCORED WITH HIS FIRST TOUCH!

      GOSENS FIRST GOAL FOR GERMANY

      RUTHLESS PERFORMANCE FROM GERMANY

      PEEEEEEEP!!!!!!
      FULL TIME
      GERMANY 7-1 LATVIA
      GERMANY 7-1 LATVIA
      90. There will be 2 minutes of added time.
      GERMANY 7-1 LATVIA
      85. Germany still coming forward, tempo of the game just slowing down a little.
      Germany will fancy their chances of getting another before full time.
      GERMANY 7-1 LATVIA
      81. Germany continuing to dominate play, they’re still looking for more goals.
      Latvia trying to slow the tempo down, they desperately want the full time whistle!
      GERMANY 7-1 LATVIA
      76. Germany go straight up the other end through lovely play from Wener, who feeds Muller inside the box for Sane to tap in!!!!!!
      What a performance!!!!!!
      GOAL!!!!!!!! GERMANY!!!!!!!!!
      GERMANY 6-1 LATVIA
      75. Throw in for Latvia, Germany fail to clear it, it falls to Saveljevs on the edge of the box and he fires past Neuer!
      GOAL!!!!!!!!!!! LATVIA!!!!!!!!!!!!
      GERMANY 6-0 LATVIA
      74. Chance! Hummels drives into Latvia’s box down the left hand side, he unleashes a shot but its in the side netting.
      Nice play from Hummels but a poor finish.
      GERMANY 6-0 LATVIA
      71. A rare foray up the pitch by Latvia results in a free kick but it comes to nothing.
      Germany back on the font foot and looking dangerous.
      GERMANY 6-0 LATVIA
      67. Chance! Corner to Germany Latvia fail to clear the ball falls to Hummels but he blasts it over!
      Another good chance for Germany.
      GERMANY 6-0 LATVIA
      64. Germany knocking the ball about for fun, Latvia not getting anywhere near them.
      Surely only a matter of time till Germany get another.
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      Harry Kane wants Euro 2020 glory AND the Golden Boot as England star dreams of summer double with the Three Lions

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      HARRY KANE is dreaming of a stunning Euro 2020 trophy double.The England captain wants to lead his country to victory in the final at Wembley on July 11.
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      Harry Kane won the Golden Boot at the 2018 World Cup and wants to repeat the feat at the EurosCredit: Getty – Contributor
      And he is also on a mission to add to his personal collection of gongs by once again bagging the Golden Boot.
      The Spurs striker was top scorer in the Premier League with 23 goals and also won the Golden Boot at the 2018 World Cup in Russia with six strikes.
      Kane, 27, is busy preparing for Sunday’s opener against Croatia at Wembley.
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      He said: “As a striker, if you are scoring, you are helping the team. That’s always my aim — and to win.
      “Of course, I’d love to win another Golden Boot. More importantly, I’d love to be lifting that Euros trophy.
      “Whatever way we get there, whether it’s me scoring or others, it doesn’t bother me as long as we are winning games.
      “That’s why we play football on the highest stage, to be involved in the biggest games. Once most guys are on the pitch, instinct takes over.”
      But Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate said: “The individual awards are very special and have been richly deserved.
      The England captain is one of the favourites to finish top scorer at the EurosCredit: AP
      Harry Kane heads into the tournament on the back of finishing the Prem’s top scorerCredit: Getty
      “But Harry is at that moment with us when you forget about the number of caps and goals and you are thinking about the team having success.
      “If the team progresses, there is more chance he will hit those numbers as he will have more games.”
      Southgate has been hit by a string of injuries and selection headaches.
      Yet Kane claims England have a stronger squad than three years ago.
      Speaking to the Official England Podcast, he added: “We’re probably in a better place.
      “I feel now we’ve had more experience, players playing in the biggest games for their club and players who have played in that World Cup.
      “We know there is still a lot of hard work that goes into it.
      “We don’t just turn up and win the tournament.
      “We haven’t won as a country for a long, long time, so there needs to be a good mentality.
      “The tournament environment is difficult. You are away from your family and friends for a long time, so we’re there to create a real brotherhood among ourselves.
      “There’s going to be moments when players are down and it’s just about picking each other up, talking to each other and keeping each other focused.”

      Kane is relishing the prospect of facing Croatia, who beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semi- final.
      The skipper added: “It’s a game that hurts. We wanted to win and get to a World Cup final, but in football, it doesn’t always pan out how you want.
      “We just fell short in that moment.
      “It’s the first game of a major tournament and the most important thing is to beat them and get off to a good start.”
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