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      England fans call for Gareth Southgate to be knighted if Three Lions win Euro 2020 final

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      ENGLAND fans yesterday called for boss Gareth Southgate to be knighted if his Three Lions side win the Euro 2020 final.Mounting pleas for the honour came as millions of bleary supporters woke with their biggest hangover in 55 years after our historic semi-final victory over Denmark.
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      Gareth Southgate should be knighted if England wins Euro 2020, fans sayCredit: The Sun
      The Prime Minister was among those heaping praise on team boss Southgate for masterminding Wednesday’s 2-1 win at Wembley.
      Honours are decided twice a year by the Cabinet Office and announced at New Year and on The Queen’s official birthday in June.
      In a major hint he would put the manager forward, Boris Johnson said yesterday: “I obviously wouldn’t want to anticipate anything the honours people may decide. But, clearly, I think Gareth Southgate has done an absolutely outstanding job.”
      MPs and the public also joined calls for the 50-year-old England chief to be given a gong.
      Julian Knight, Tory MP and chairman of the sports select committee, told The Sun that Southgate has “inspired a nation”
      Wembley crowds celebrate the Three Lions’ win against DenmarkCredit: PA
      He said: “His contribution to football has been amazing. He definitely deserves a knighthood.” Meanwhile, fans nursed sore heads after sinking ten million pints. 
      During Wednesday’s game, nearly 60,000 a minute were pulled with a total of 6.8million downed.
      Throughout the whole day, fans bought 9.7million pints. But the British Beer & Pub Association said that would have been nearer 12million with no Covid restrictions.
      Chief executive Emma McClarkin said the Three Lions reaching the final was a huge boost to boozers.
      England fans pack London’s Piccadilly Circus and even scale a double-decker bus topCredit: Reuters
      Industry analysis shows that over England’s six games in the Euros, we have downed 21.1million pints, 1.2million gin and tonics, and three million glasses of wine.
      The amount of boozing done yesterday no doubt added to emotions as celebrating fans poured into the streets from pubs and homes.
      In Leeds, one man shed all his clothes and streaked along the A64 as cars drivers beeped their horns.
      And in Headingley, a fan was caught by his mates after leaping off the roof of a Sainsbury’s store.
      A footie fan seen walking on the roof of a bus shelter in ManchesterCredit: LNP
      Traffic ground to a halt in central London as crowds blocked routes around Piccadilly Circus.
      People clambered on to phone boxes and scaled the outside of Leicester Square Tube station. The Met Police made 23 arrests.
      In Newcastle, traffic was also reduced to a crawl as supporters climbed on top of a bus while others banged on passing police cars, jumped up and down on bus shelters and leapt over taxis. One onlooker said: “I have lived in Newcastle all my life and never seen it like this. It was mental.”
      In Leicester, crowds hurled plastic street bollards at each other.
      And in Majorca, Spanish police used pepper spray and batons to try and clear streets in Magaluf.

      Some went even further in showing their support. Courtney Harrison, 22, has had “It’s Coming Home” tattooed on her ankle.
      The carer, of Workington, Cumbria, said: “I don’t even like football. My friends think I’m mad, although a few are thinking of doing the same before the final.”
      Mum-of-three Lyndzi Harding, 35, of Diss, Norfolk, had her body painted in England colours with number ten on her back.
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      Euro 2020: Schools & firms to open late on Monday as fans nurse hangovers after Sunday’s final amid Bank Holiday calls

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      ENGLAND fans are set to get extra time to recover after Sunday night’s Euro final.Many firms are allowing staff a lie-in on Monday morning to sleep off the boozy celebrations if the Three Lions beat Italy in the Wembley showdown.
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      England fans are set to get extra time to recover after Sunday night’s Euro finalCredit: The Sun
      Fired-up fans climbed on top of a double decker bus in London to celebrate England’s historic victoryCredit: Reuters
      Even schools are telling pupils to enjoy the match and come in later.
      HR experts and unions yesterday urged bosses to let staff take Monday off to avoid clashes with workers who will phone in sick if denied leave.
      It comes amid mounting calls for an extra summer bank holiday if England win so the nation can celebrate the Three Lions’ success.
      Boris Johnson has ruled out springing a surprise Bank Holiday on employers this Monday — but is considering one in August if England win.
      Supporters scaled a bus in London following the team’s success at WembleyCredit: AP
      A fan lifts her top at Manchester city centre as celebrations eruptedCredit: LNP
      The Sun has learnt officials are already drawing up proposals for a national day off so fans can celebrate free from Covid restrictions.
      As football frenzy reaches fever pitch, the PM wants bosses to go easy on staff who show up late nursing monster hangovers on Monday.
      Around eight million workers — one in four — have booked the day off.
      Millions more are expected to throw sickies.
      Chaotic scenes erupted across London after the semi-final victoryCredit: Reuters
      Some fans scaled telephone boxes and lampposts amid the excitementCredit: AP
      Asked if he would urge leniency on cheeky workers turning up late, the PM’s spokesman said: “We would want businesses who feel able to consider it if they can.”
      Headteacher Gemma Donnelly, of Braywick Court School in Bray, Berks, was among many telling parents she will accept pupils not coming in until 10.30am after staying up late to watch.
      Alan Price, chief executive at Bright HR, said: “Companies should make the most of the morale boost for the country after lockdowns, and encourage staff to book annual leave for the day.”
      Pandemonium in London’s Piccadilly CircusCredit: AFP
      A fan waves an England flag following the team’s successCredit: AP

      TUC boss Frances O’Grady said: “Bosses should talk to staff and try to let people who want to watch games do so — either at work, or at home — and claim back working time afterwards.”
      Meanwhile, Chancellor Rishi Sunak predicted a win will fuel a £12billion euphoric spending splurge.
      England are now favourites amid a betting spree at bookies. More

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      Euro 2020: Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti predicted England vs Italy final BEFORE the tournament started

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      CARLO ANCELOTTI correctly predicted England would meet Italy in Sunday’s Euro 2020 final BEFORE the 24-team tournament started.The new Real Madrid boss believed having six 2021 Champions League final players would inspire the Three Lions.
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      The Three Lions celebrate Harry Kane’s winner to set up a Euro 2020 final with Italy, as Carlo Ancelotti foresawCredit: Getty
      Federico Chiesa is mobbed after his opener in the 1-1 draw with Sweden before Italy won the semi-final on penaltiesCredit: Getty
      And he tipped his countrymen to also go all the way thanks to ex-Manchester City chief Roberto Mancini building a 33-game unbeaten run and a “proven defensive” record.
      Ancelotti has been linked with his former Everton striker Richarlison as well as France frontman Kylian Mbappe after returning to the Bernabeu last month.
      And his wily reputation will only have been strengthened by his successful breakdown of a thrilling, fluctuating Euros tournament.
      Italy and England were both unbeaten group winners on seven points.
      The Azzurri then squeezed past Austria after extra time and Belgium before overcoming Spain in a semi-final shootout following Tuesday’s 1-1 draw.
      Meanwhile, the Three Lions notched a solid 2-0 win over Germany, a rampant 4-0 victory over Ukraine and Wednesday night’s tense but deserved 2-1 defeat of Denmark after extra time.
      Premier League winners City provided three England starters in Raheem Sterling, John Stones and Kyle Walker, plus sub Phil Foden.

      Carlo Ancelotti can briefly bask in the accuracy of his Euro 2020 prediction before he knuckles down to his second stint as Real Madrid managerCredit: PA

      And City’s Champions League final conquerors Chelsea had Mason Mount in the England midfield, with Reece James unused on the bench.
      Ancelotti said of England’s hopes: “There are six players returning from the Champions League final, a very important number for the competition.”
      And during the group stages he added: “I said it before the European Championship started, and I repeat it now: I see England and Italy in the final. 
      “The first results seem to support my prediction. I hope it ends just like that.”
      He was also gushing in his praise of Italy, saying: ” It is a great surprise and at the same time the novelty of the tournament.
      “Because he (Roberto Mancini) plays offensive football, without any calculation, has a proven defensive organisation and has the youth that guarantees running and enthusiasm.”  

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      Match-winning skipper Harry Kane and the rest of the England players who played most of the 120 minutes against Denmark were given the day off on Thursday.
      Instead boss Gareth Southgate and assistant Steve Holland oversaw those stars like Marcus Rashford and his new Manchester United team-mate Jadon Sancho who failed to play any part at Wembley.
      The Three Lions are preparing for only their second ever major final – following the 4-2 World Cup triumph over West Germany in 1966 at the same venue.
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      Girl, 10, who cried tears of joy after Mason Mount gave her his shirt ‘bunked off school’ to watch England heroes

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      A 10-YEAR-OLD girl who cried tears of joy after an England star gave her his football shirt has revealed she “bunked off school” to watch her heroes beat Denmark in the Euro 2020 semi-final.Football mega-fan Belle McNally went viral after footage of midfielder Mason Mount handing her his number 10 jersey was shared online.
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      Belle McNally (pictured with her dad) went viral after Mason Mount handed her his shirtCredit: Instagram/belle_mcnally_7
      She cried tears of joy after the kind gestureCredit: Twitter/@remmiewilliams
      She sobbed after Mount made her dreams come true by jumping into the crowd after thrashing the Danes 2-1.
      As he walked away, Mount glanced back and grinned broadly at the starstruck girl who was being hugged tightly by her dad.
      The heartwarming moment was captured on camera and the clip has been viewed more than three million times.
      Belle revealed before the game she had “bunked off school” to be there.
      She also told ITV News she was “11 out of 10” excited and predicted a 3-0 win for England.
      Mount played a vital role in helping Gareth Southgate’s England before carrying out the kind gesture.
      Belle wrote on social media today: “Had the best day ever at Wembley. Thank you Mason Mount.”
      Her own jersey says ‘Belle 10’Credit: Twitter/@remmiewilliams
      Belle is a Mason Mount mega-fanCredit: Instagram/@belle_Mcnally_7
      Belle is a top child model for brands like BurberryCredit: Instagram/belle_mcnally_7
      Belle – whose own shirt read “Belle 10” on the back – was one of 60,000 fans in the stands at Wembley.
      The emotional youngster is a top child model who has posed for big brands like Burberry.
      After last night’s nail-biting match, England face Italy in Sunday’s final.

      England manager Southgate said: “There’s one more massive hurdle to try to conquer.
      “Italy are a very good side. They’ve shown outstanding form and have defensive warriors at the back who have been through everything.
      “It’s something to look forward to.”
      Mount made the youngster’s dreams come trueCredit: Instagram/@belle_Mcnally_7
      The 10-year-old sobbed after the kind gestureCredit: Twitter/@remmiewilliams
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      Boris Johnson is considering footie Bank Holiday this August if England wins Euro 2020 as excitement hits fever pitch

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      BORIS Johnson is considering creating a footie bank holiday in August if England storms to victory in the Euros.The Sun has learnt officials are already drawing up proposals for a national day-off so fans can celebrate a Three Lions triumph free from hated Covid restrictions.
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      Prime Minister Boris Johnson was one of thousands of fans that watched England reach the finalsCredit: Getty
      Gareth Southgate’s squad has reached the finals of a major competition for the first time in 55 yearsCredit: Reuters
      Footie mad Brits took over Piccadilly Circus after the historic winCredit: Getty
      Any victory parade is also expected to be delayed until after Freedom Day on July 19 so jubilant supporters can join their heroes free from curbs on crowds.
      It comes as a whopping 300,000 footie-mad Brits have signed a petition calling for a bank holiday this Monday if we beat Italy in the finals.
      While Chancellor Rishi Sunak predicted a victory will fuel a mini economic boom as euphoric fans go on a spending splurge after the win against Denmark. 
      Boris remained tight-lipped about the secret plans as he was quizzed on calls for a national day off while out on a visit in London.
      He said: “I think that would be tempting fate – lets see.”
      The PM has ruled out springing a surprise bank holiday on bosses this Monday as it will be too close to the final on Sunday night.
      Brits have called on Boris Johnson to give the country a day off if The Three Lions win on SundayCredit: Reuters
      There are rumours that Gareth Southgate could also be in line for a knighthood if England beat ItalyCredit: Getty
      Thousands of fans packed the streets up and down the country after the Three Lions winCredit: PA

      But he is considering holding one in August, when social distancing and restrictions on big groups meeting will have been swept away.
      As football frenzy reaches fever pitch, the PM urged bosses to be soft on workers who turn up late nursing monster hangovers next week.
      Around eight million lionhearts have booked the day off to recover from monster hangovers after Sunday night’s do-or-die decider against Italy.
      Fan fever led to around one in four of the nation’s 32 million workers to schedule annual leave on Monday – double the number on normal Mondays in July.
      Millions more are expected to throw sickies, leaving offices, factories, building sites and roads half empty as we recover after the historic soccer showdown.
      Asked if he would urge leniency on cheeky workers turning up late, the PM’s spokesman said: “We would want businesses who feel able to consider it if they can.
      England fans have been for a Bank Holiday if England win the Euro 2020 final on SundayCredit: EPA
      Raheem Sterling and the rest of the squad will take on Italy in the final at Wembley on SundayCredit: Getty
      Boozed up fans partied into the night after the win against DenmarkCredit: Reuters
      “But we recognise it will vary depending on the business and company.”
      Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer backed calls for a bank holiday.
      He told The Sun: “Gareth Southgate and our England heroes have made history and made us all incredibly proud.
      “If we win on Sunday, the country should get the chance to celebrate it properly, I’d absolutely back a bank holiday and I hope bosses are flexible on Monday morning.”
      England’s awesome cup run has lifted the entire country and is set to become the springboard for an economic recovery after months of covid lockdown misery.
      Predicting  amini boom off the back of their dazzling performance, Mr Sunak said: “The team has brought an enormous amount of joy to the country after a very difficult year.
      “Consumer confidence is important to our country and our economy because we are a consumption driven economy. The football just adds to it.

      “Consumer confidence has already returned to pre crisis levels. And things that make us feel good are good for the economy.”
      Employers were yesterday urged to embrace the footy feelgood factor set to fuel a £12 billion boost for the economy.
      Beer sales alone this month are worth £1.5 billion with the same being spent on food for England games, Centre for Retail Research studies show.
      Analysts say happy people spend more and are more productive at work – which boosts company turnover injecting up to £9 billion into the economy.
      The Centre for Economics and Business Research said: “The Euros are breathing new life into spending.”
      The Federation of Small Businesses said: “A good run is good for the economy and great for the nation’s spirits after the past year.”
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      England fans slapped with £10,000 fine for street party to celebrate Euro 2020 semi-final win over Denmark

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      ORGANISERS of a massive street party to celebrate England’s historic Euro 2020 semi-final win last night have been slapped with a whopping £10,000 fine. Police handed the top tier fine to the people who set up the celebrations after hundreds of people attended the illegal event. 
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      Fans have been hit by a £10k fine for thowing the celebratory bashCredit: BristolLive/BPM
      Avon and Somerset Police had been called to the Gloucester Road area of Bristol after reports of loud music coming from two houses.
      Officers discovered more than 200 people outside of the property who were also blocking the entire road. 
      On their arrival officers then went into one of the houses and issued the hefty fine to its occupants for breaching Covid rules.
      Supt Mark Runacres said: “Officers accessed one of the properties and the occupants were issued with a £10,000 fixed penalty notice for breaching COVID-19 legislation and sound equipment was seized.
      “Enquiries are ongoing to identify and issue an equivalent fixed penalty notice to those responsible for playing the loud music from the second property.
      “It’s so positive to see the vast majority of people celebrating the incredible achievements of the England football team responsibly, but unlicensed music events cannot be tolerated.”
      Police were called after reports of loud music coming from two housesCredit: BristolLive/BPM
      The police officer added that the parties had caused “significant disruption” to people living nearby and had “put public safety at risk”.
      Speaking ahead of Sunday’s final, he added: “We have well-practised plans in place for the conclusion of the tournament this weekend, including high-visibility proactive patrols, to allow people to enjoy themselves but more importantly, to stay safe.
      “We fully understand people’s desire to watch the Euro 2020 final with friends and family.

      “Few people have been able to attend games or socialise and watch matches together over the past year and we’re not trying to stop people having fun.
      “However, we would ask the public and businesses to make sure they continue to comply with legal restrictions around COVID-19 and follow the current health advice.”
      Those who are caught organising mass gatherings during the pandemic and breaching coronavirus legislation are being hit with £10k fines.
      The have been 250 of the maximum penalty fines handed to organisers of mass gatherings of more than 30 people, including illegal raves, parties and protests, in England, with two in Wales.
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      Who is Gareth Bale’s wife Emma Rhys-Jones, when was their wedding and how many children do couple have?

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      EMMA Rhys-Jones is the wife of Welsh football ace Gareth Bale.Here’s everything you need to know about her and when the couple tied the knot…
      The pair were photographed on e-scooters in Madrid with two of their kidsCredit: Getty
      Who is Emma Rhys-Jones?
      Emma Rhys-Jones, 29, has been with Gareth Bale, 29, for over a decade.
      She grew up in Llanishen, a district in north Cardiff a couple of miles from Bale’s family home.
      The couple began dating in the early 2000s while attending Whitchurch High School.
      They got engaged in July 2016 and Gareth announced the news on social media posting: “She said yes!! This is a birthday weekend I won’t forget for a long time…”
      The pair got married in 2019 – a year after Gareth scored a stunning goal in the Champions League final.
      Gareth Bale with daughter Alba, fiancée Emma Rhys-Jones and baby AxelCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Who is Emma’s fiance Gareth Bale?
      Gareth is a professional footballer who plays for Real Madrid and Wales.
      He was born on July 16, 1989, in Cardiff.
      He started his football career at Southampton before moving to Tottenham.
      He signed a six year deal with Spanish club Real Madrid in 2013.
      He’s won the Champions League with the club four times.
      Emma and Bale celebrate with daughter Nava after Real Madrid’s Champions League triumph against Atletico Madrid in 2016Credit: EPA
      When is Emma Rhys-Jones’ and Gareth Bale’s wedding?
      Emma and Gareth were set to get married in summer 2018 but the wedding has been postponed until 2019. 
      They decided to put their plans on hold due to an ongoing feud with Emma’s family.
      Her father Martin, 54, was released from prison in June after being imprisoned for fraud for six months in the US.
      But she banned him from the wedding after he moved in with a florist half his age, Alina Baranova. 
      Other members of her family including her aunt Jane Burns, 55, have been embroiled in a violent drugs feud.
      The couple were set to tie the knot at the  historic Vincigliata castle in Tuscany, where Theo Walcott – Gareth’s former Southampton team-mate – wed in 2014.
      But they are now reportedly getting married on private island Tagomago, near Ibiza, as exclusively revealed by The Sun.
      Bale will also splash out on ex-SAS soldiers to ensure his party are kept safe with any uninvited guests having no chance of getting ashore.

      How many children do Emma Rhys-Jones and Gareth Bale have?
      Gareth and Emma have four children – two daughters and two sons.
      Their first child Alba Violet was born at the University Hospital of Wales on October 21, 2012.
      Their second daughter, Nava Valentina arrived on March 22, 2016.
      The couple’s son Axel was born on May 8, 2018, before their fourth child Xander was born on July 7, 2021. More

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      Harry Kane can tell critics to ‘f*** off’ after England star’s Euro 2020 heroics, says Man Utd icon Dimitar Berbatov

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      DIMITAR BERBATOV says Harry Kane can tell his critics to ‘f*** off’ after his Euro 2020 heroics.The striker scored a dramatic extra-time winner in England’s 2-1 semi-final victory over Denmark at Wembley last night.
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      Harry Kane can tell his critics to ‘f*** off’ after his recent England heroicsCredit: Alamy
      That is according to ex-Premier League star Dimitar BerbatovCredit: Getty
      That was his fourth goal in three knockout games for the Three Lions, after a goalless group stage, and it was enough to seal a showdown with Italy in Sunday’s final.
      However, his hot-streak came after he was subbed in England’s first two matches in the competition.
      Another duck in the last group game against Czech Republic followed and that led to some questioning whether the wantaway Tottenham star should continue to lead the attack.
      Now former Manchester United and Spurs star Berbatov believes the England captain can tell those doubters to do one.
      Speaking to Betfair, the Bulgarian said: “Harry Kane has been excellent in the knockout stages.
      “He received some criticism in the group stages but Kane can tell his critics to f*** off.
      “Even great players have their ups and downs. Even when he wasn’t scoring he was doing a lot for the team. But now the goals are coming.”
      Kane’s extra-time winner came in fortuitous circumstances after his penalty was initially saved by Danish keeper Kasper Schmeichel.
      Credit: Betfair
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      But he reacted fastest to slot home the rebound and cement his status as a national hero.
      Berbatov added: “The pressure on him with the penalty against Denmark was immense.
      “You cannot imagine what it feels like to take a penalty with a nation’s hopes on your shoulders.
      “As a player you know that everyone is depending on you, even if you don’t want to think about it.
      “It wasn’t a good penalty but he got a bit of luck.”
      You can read more from Berbatov at:  https://www.betfair.com/sport/football/uefa-euro-2020/italy-v-england/30679197
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