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      Cash in on Euro 2024 by selling old football souvenirs that could be worth hundreds of pounds

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      SCOUR your attic for old football items and you could score some cash.The global market for sports memorabilia is worth £21billion a year, and with the Euros in progress in Germany, now is a great time to sell your soccer collectibles.Getting your hands on a genuine match worn shirt can be big businessCredit: AFPA signed Manchester United shirt worn by David Beckham recently sold for £4,995Credit: Here, Jane Hamilton brings you some of the top items that could net you a nice little windfall.Match worn shirtsTOPS worn by leading players can be worth up to £5,000 – but you will need to prove the item is genuine.Auction houses have rigorous verification processes, so gather proof such as photos of the game with the shirt’s identifying marks clearly shown.A David Beckham No 7 Man Utd shirt recently sold for £4,995.READ MORE EURO 2024Stickers and cardsA Pele football card once sold for £1 millionCredit: 2020 Heritage AuctionsTHIS is the most popular form of footie merchandise, so there is a huge market.But prices can fluctuate wildly, according to demand and the item’s condition.The most expensive card ever sold is the 1958 Alifabolaget Pele Rookie #635, which fetched more than £1million at auction in February 2022.Completed tournament sticker books are highly sought-after.Most read in FootballYou can check prices on get-collectables. co.uk.Programmes and ticketsA match programme from the 1966 World Cup final sold for £169.99Credit: PROGRAMMES from before the Sixties are the most pricey, with some in good condition fetching thousands of pounds.Fraser Forster reveals the one piece of rare Celtic memorabilia he will never sell Ticket stubs and programmes from modern games are worth less.Find out what yours could sell for at oldfootball programmes.co.uk.An original 1966 World Cup Final England vs West Germany programme sold for £169.99.Team scarvesEven old scarves can fetch a price, one recently sold for £299Credit: WHILE not as valuable as shirts, old supporter scarves can sell for three to four times their original value. Try eBay as a good way to sell. A Leeds United 1974 League Champions scarf is on sale on there for £299.Replica shirtsClassic replica shirts can still sell for hundredsCredit: RETRO replica kits from the ’80s and ’90s are making a comeback, so prices are rising too.Look at classicfootballshirts.com for an idea of value and then you can sell to them too. A 1988 Netherlands home kit recently sold for £310 on the site.Rare footie bootsA rare set of football boots can sell for thousandsCredit: bootsfinderUNWORN retro footie boots can go for £1,500 – and more. Adidas Predator Accelerators and Nike Mercurial Superfly VI Elite are among the most wanted.READ MORE SUN STORIESLook on bootsfinder.co.uk. Only 100 pairs of mango Nike Mercurial Vapor IX CR SE FG were ever made.And a pair recently sold for £5,000. More

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      England stars hope for longer stretch at Euros — as they do yoga at five-star hotel

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      ENGLAND stars hope for a longer stretch at the Euros — as they do some yoga at their five-star team hotel in Germany.Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka, 22, was among those stretching out yesterday – together with Kyle Walker, Kieran Trippier and Jordan Pickford.England stars are hoping for a longer stretch at the Euros — as they do some yoga at their five-star team hotel in GermanyCredit: GettyArsenal forward Bukayo Saka, 22, was among those stretching outCredit: GettyThe yoga session was led by NHS doctor and part-time DJ yogi Dr Rebekah Jade at England’s five star golf resort base, the Weimarer Land Golf Resort and Spa in Blankenhain, eastern Germany.Players were snapped doing multiple poses during, including the chair pose, tadasana, and the warrior pose.It is not the first time that England have used yoga during a major tournament.During the World Cup in Qatar in 2022 the squad had a session as they settled into life in the Middle East.READ MORE ON EURO 2024They will be hoping the session inspires them after their lifeless draw against Denmark. TV pundits Alan Shearer, Gary Lineker and Rio Ferdinand all let rip as Southgate took the blame — admitting his tournament favourites “didn’t function” and “fell short of expectations”.And Man Utd and Ireland legend Roy Keane fumed that England stars lacked “bravery and courage”.Harry Kane put England ahead but the Danes were far the better side after Morten Hjulmand’s 34th-minute leveller at Euro 2024 in Frankfurt.Most read in Euro 2024And former Three Lions striker Shearer, 53, stormed: “Awful performance, particularly after going up in the game.“I don’t think one England player can look at themselves and say, ‘I’ve done my job tonight’.”Gareth Southgate needs to take urgent action to avoid Euro 2024 disaster – here’s how England should line up vs Slovenia More

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      England vs Slovenia – Euro 2024: Three Lions look to finish top of Group C with win in Cologne – stream FREE, team news

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      ENGLAND fans will want a reaction from their side after a disappointing 1-1 draw against Denmark.The Three Lions have received much criticism after letting a 1-0 lead slip and retreating into their own half for much of their second group game.Slovenia have drawn both their matches at Euro 2024Credit: APEngland have four points from their two games so farCredit: GettyThey can still secure top spot with a win over Slovenia in their final Group C match.However, it threatens to be another challenging game for Gareth Southgate’s men.Slovenia have not lost either of their opening two matches despite being the unfancied team in this group.They came from behind to draw 1-1 with Denmark, before they were denied a first win at the tournament in stoppage time as they were held to another 1-1 scoreline by Serbia.READ MORE ON EURO 2024A win for Slovenia would see them leapfrog England and book their place in the knockout stages.But it is strongly believed that Southgate will at least tinker with his starting line-up for the next game.What those changes are remains to be seen.Here is everything you need to know ahead of England’s showdown clash with Slovenia.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSSlovenia Euro 2024 guideTHE SCOTLAND of the Balkans – Slovenia have qualified for three tournaments since independence in 1990 but never reached the knockout stages.
      However, striker Benjamin Sesko is touted as the next Erling Haaland and gives the Slovenes reason to be more optimistic this time.
      MANAGER: Matjaz Kek
      In his second spell as boss and has been in charge since 2018 – lost just two qualifying games despite having to overcome the death of his father.
      STAR MAN: Jan Oblak
      The Slovenes will hope that Sesko can provide the goals at one end while Oblak, one of the best goalkeepers in the world, can keep them out at the other.
      How Slovenia attack
      Slovenia will be one of few teams at the Euros to play a 4-4-2, with Sesko partnering former Middlesbrough striker Andraz Sporar up front.
      When Slovenia attack, the two wingers will come inside to play as makeshift attacking midfielders in a front four. They are also dangerous on the counter-attack.
      How Slovenia defend
      Slovenia will play in two banks of four and drop deep to deny the opposition space.
      They will not break out of their shape to press under almost any circumstances.
      Read the full Slovenia Euro 2024 guide, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags

      England Euro 2024 guideGARETH SOUTHGATE is under no illusions coming into this competition – it is win or bust.
      The Three Lions have never had a better opportunity to end their 58-year wait for a major international trophy given the talent and experience they have in their armoury.
      MANAGER: Gareth Southgate
      The former England star has come closer than anyone since Sir Alf Ramsey to ending the Three Lions’ trophy hoodoo.
      Southgate is aware that the nations expects, and has even suggested he will quit if he doesn’t deliver the European Championship.
      STAR MAN: Jude Bellingham
      The Real Madrid star is arguably the world’s best player at the moment and gives England the platform they need to dominate big games.
      How England attack
      England will look to dominate the ball against almost everybody.
      Declan Rice is crucial in progressing the ball, Bellingham, Saka and Foden will rotate to pull defenders out of position and Kane can both score and drop deep to provide chances for others.
      How England defend
      England press man-to-man with the midfield pushing up to support Kane when the ball is lost and look to win it as close to the opposition goal as possible.
      However, the left-back spot could be a cause for concern, particularly with Luke Shaw entering the tournament with fitness worries.
      Read the full England Euro 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags.

      What does their form look like?Slovenia have been steadily building with back-to-back draws in their opening two games.They were widely tipped to finish bottom of Group C coming into the tournament, but head into the final round of fixtures level on points with second-place Denmark.’I don’t want to be a part of it’ says Joe Hart as ex-England goalkeeper makes passionate defence of Three Lions stars Slovenia came on strong during the latter stages of their clash with the Danes, but then conceded a late equaliser against Serbia.England started positively in their opener when they took an early lead over Serbia, but then retreated and limped over the line.Against Denmark, many Three Lions fans were then left concerned as they relinquished a lead to draw 1-1 and were on the back foot for much of the game.What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?Slovenia have fielded the same starting line-up in each of their two games so far.They do not have any injury concerns heading into Tuesday’s clash.Southgate is expected to change the XI that lined up against Serbia and Denmark.Trent Alexander-Arnold looks set to be replaced in midfield by one of Conor Gallagher, Kobbie Mainoo or Adam Wharton.There is also the possibility of Jude Bellingham dropping into the No8 role and Phil Foden becoming the No 10.If this is the case then Anthony Gordon and Eberechi Eze will be vying for the position on the left flank.Depending upon Luke Shaw’s fitness, he also could come in for Kieran Trippier at left-back.Who will be the star men?Benjamin Sesko has been a crucial player for Slovenia at the Euros.The RB Leipzig forward, 21, has buzzed around his country’s final third like the talented attacker that has accrued interest from Arsenal.England will be hoping it is not simply a matter of time until he bags his first goal of the tournament. Benjamin Sesko has shone for Slovenia at the EurosJude BellinghamBellingham has had an up and down two games at the Euros.The Real Madrid superstar, 20, was brilliant in the win over Serbia, but then received criticism for his display against Denmark.Many fans are calling for him to drop into the No8 role for the Slovenia game.Either way, his contribution will be pivotal.Jude Bellingham struggled against Denmark on Thursday eveningWhat have the managers said?Slovenia boss Matjaz Kek believes all the pressure is on England heading into this game.He said: “England is the favourite, clearly. But the Danes and Serbs were also favorites against us.”Another game lies ahead of us. We must focus all our thoughts on England.”England manager Southgate did not pull any punches in his assessment of England’s performance against Denmark.He said: “We didn’t press the ball with our intensity and we kept conceding possession too cheaply and when you do those two things it’s hard to have control in the game.”It led to an anxious performance the longer we game went on and we understand that that’s got to be better if we want to progress to the stages of the tournament that everybody’s expecting and delivering what we need to deliver.”Matjaz Kek’s Slovenia side have not been beaten yet at the EurosCredit: GettyGareth Southgate has much to ponder ahead of the Slovenia clashCredit: GettySunSport predictionSlovenia 0-2 EnglandWhen is England vs Slovenia?
      England vs Slovenia will take place on Tuesday, June 25.
      The game will kick off at 8pm BST.
      The RheinEnergieStadion in Cologne, Germany will host the big clash.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      England’s clash with Slovenia will be shown live on ITV HD in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the ITV X, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Can I watch for FREE?
      Yes, you can watch the game for FREE on ITV1, so long as you have a valid TV licence.
      READ MORE SUN STORIESOdds
      England – 1/3
      Draw – 9/2
      Slovenia – 10/1
      *Odds courtesy of William Hill and correct at time of publication.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      Gareth Southgate gives worrying England fitness update as he reveals stars aren’t capable of playing like in qualifiers

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      ENGLAND’S squad were given a lift by a yoga guru after Gareth Southgate admitted his stars are drained.The under-fire Three Lions boss is considering changing his team and formation for Tuesday’s final Group C game against Slovenia.Gareth Southgate has given a concerning update on England’s fitnessCredit: GettyHarry Kane picked up a back injury while at Bayern MunichCredit: GettySouthgate could rotate his star players for the final group gameCredit: RexAnd Southgate concedes his players, including skipper Harry Kane, were lethargic in Thursday’s drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.The players took part in a yoga session hosted by Dr Rebekah Jade at their Blankenhain base.Southgate said: “We are not pressing well enough, with enough intensity.“We have limitations in how we can do that with the physical condition.READ MORE ENGLAND NEWS“We cannot press as high up the pitch as we might have done in the qualifiers, for example. And not keeping the ball well enough. It is as simple as that.  We have to keep the ball better and build with more control.“Then we will be defending less and we’ll have more confidence.”Kane was subbed  on 70 minutes against Denmark and has struggled for sharpness since returning from a back injury at the end of last season.Southgate said: “Harry’s only had one 90 minutes in five or six weeks.”As for making changes against Slovenia, Southgate said: “We’ll have a look at everything.Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“We’ll look at the  performance and look at the next opponent and find the best solutions for the next game.“We felt the right thing to do against Denmark was to give confidence to the players we picked in the first game. We had won the previous game.”Play Foden & Bellingham centrally & go for it! | Jack Wilshere’s plan to win the EurosENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGSENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.

      Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.
      Jordan Pickford: 6
      Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.
      Kyle Walker: 7 
      Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.
      John Stones: 6
      OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.
      Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man
      Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.
      Kieran Trippier: 6
      Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.
      Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5
      This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.
      Declan Rice: 5
      Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.
      Bukayo Saka: 7
      Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.
      Jude Bellingham: 6
      Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.
      Phil Foden: 7
      Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.
      Harry Kane: 6
      Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.
      SUBS:
      Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7
      Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.
      Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6
      Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.
      Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6
      Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.
      Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6
      On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved.

      England’s players were put through a series of stretches by NHS doctor Jade, who runs wellness retreats.In the gym where they performed exercises like ‘downward dog’, the wall was emblazoned with motivational messages.One read: “Be brave. Be a leader. Be resilient. Commit. Win.”Another said: “Find your greatness.”Denmark got yesterday  off as boss  Kasper Hjulmand aims to create ‘hygge’ — the Danish word meaning to escape the daily rush and enjoy life’s quieter pleasures. Hjulmand said: “It’s the first day off since June 3 and it’s important to get away for a bit.“I don’t know what they will do. People just need to be, to lick their wounds.”Meanwhile, Southgate said he always expected a bumpy road in their bid to win the Euros.He added: “We have to guide the team through the difficult period that is coming but really stay on track and focus on this challenge ahead.“We are trying to do something that has never been done before. So that is going to be a bit of a rollercoaster.“It’s not going to go smoothly when you are trying to achieve extraordinary things. They are bloody difficult.“So we have to accept the level of expectations, we have to accept the arena we are in.“And we have to find a better way of playing.“We are in a different situation to the previous tournaments we have been in but, in other ways, exactly the same — with four points after two games.  But we know the performance level has to be better.“We’ve got some strong leaders in the dressing room here who have been in situations like this and will play their part in lifting people.READ MORE SUN STORIES“We have to play better. I’m not going to hide from the realities of that.“I have to find the solutions to doing that.”Pundits and legends lay into EnglandENGLAND’s lifeless display in the 1-1 draw with Denmark left pundits and legends queuing up to take a dig at Gareth Southgate’s team.
      Here’s the best of what was said…
      ALAN SHEARER
      “Awful performance, particularly after going up in the game.
      “I don’t think one England player can look at themselves and say, ‘I’ve done my job tonight’.
      “England were all over the place, far too sloppy in possession, gave the ball away too much and got caught too many times.
      “There was no energy, no pace, no guile — Southgate is simply not getting the best out of England’s best players.
      “It’s concerning and Gareth will get some serious questions.
      “You saw England players lying on their backs — they look absolutely shattered but there’s no excuse for that.”
      GARY LINEKER
      The BBC host called the performance “lifeless and tepid”.
      On Harry Kane he said: “He needs his manager to ask more of him. I would have expected that if I’d put in that kind of performance.”
      RIO FERDINAND
      “The players don’t look the same as they do for their clubs. It is a big concern.”
      ROY KEANE
      “Courage and bravery, we’re not really seeing it.
      “There’s something amiss with the balance. Bellingham is waving his arms.
      “This is a big test for Gareth. It looks like he’s overthinking things.”
      JAMIE CARRAGHER
      “My big worry watching this and for the rest of the tournament?
      “England look absolutely knackered. They can’t get close to the ball.
      “The surest sign of fatigue is dropping deep.
      “Declan Rice is having to cover so much ground. No-one can convince me this is a strategy.”
      JACK WILSHERE
      “It’s strange that we have taken the lead in both games so far, yet instead of it settling us down and giving us the confidence to play, we have failed to take control.
      “But what was most worrying was that Denmark had a clear way of playing — while we didn’t.”

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      England look like they’re waiting to lose to the first good team they play… Gareth Southgate picked the wrong squad

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      SUDDENLY it feels as if the England shirt is weighing heavily again.Suddenly there is talk of anxiety and fatigue, as well as square pegs in round holes and an England team which is nowhere near as good as the sum of its parts.Gareth Southgate’s England struggled in their 1-1 draw with Denmark on ThursdayCredit: RexGareth Southgate was supposed to have swept away all of this negativity — and for the previous three tournaments he largely had.But  after   Thursday’s dismal 1-1 draw with   Denmark, it feels like we’re back in the bad old days of Sven and the Golden Generation, Steve McClaren, Fabio Capello or Roy Hodgson.We have seen this movie before — the one where England grind through a group stage and lose to the first good team they play.If England  top the group then see off a third-place team in the last 16, you wouldn’t be hugely confident facing the likes of Italy or Switzerland in the quarters.READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSOr, if we fail to beat Slovenia in our final group game on Tuesday, the greater indignity of losing to Germany in the last 16 next weekend.Much more of this and there will be a “root-and-branch review” and much yadda-yadda about winter breaks.Harry Kane, by the way, had a three-week winter break with Bayern Munich and the England skipper looks more knackered than most.Southgate has picked the wrong squad, that much is clear. But just as worrying is the England boss chose to publicise a team meeting he held to explain to his players the intense scrutiny they are under.Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS’We’re struggling with and without the ball’, admits Harry Kane
      HARRY KANE admits England “haven’t been good enough” at the Euros.
      Here’s what skipper Kane said after the disappointing 1-1 draw with Denmark:
      “We’re struggling with and without the ball.
      “The pressing in both games hasn’t been quite right. We haven’t been good enough, from top to bottom, from me to Picks (Jordan Pickford).
      “Everyone is dropping below their level a bit, in terms of retaining the ball, playing under pressure.
      “We know there’ll be a bit of noise and disappointment back home.
      “But it’s a time to stay calm and we’ll get there step by step.
      “It wasn’t our greatest game but we got away with draw.
      “We are starting games well. But when the teams are dropping a few players deeper we are not quite sure how to get the pressure on, and who is the one who is supposed to be going.”
      “In the second half, we changed it with me and Jude (Bellingham)  playing in front of their two midfielders. But it was difficult.”

      After that, it’s little wonder that England produced such an “anxious” performance against the Danes.Southgate claimed his players were guilty of “caring too much”.Gary Lineker ‘shows better movement than the England team’ as MOTD host delivers scathing Harry Kane verdictFor the last three tournaments, England’s players enjoyed themselves on and off the pitch. This one feels different. Now, they seem to think the world is against them.But unlike many of his predecessors, Southgate is not being pilloried. He is not being turnipped up.Indeed, most England fans feel the mainstream media are far too easy on him.More pertinent is the fact that Southgate’s squad is imbalanced and has been shorn of too much tournament experience. His gamble on Luke Shaw’s fitness would not have been such a risk if there’d been a back-up left-back in his 26.Ben Chilwell, who captained Chelsea at times last season, is not a bad player. But Southgate would rather have no left-back at all. It’s weird.Shaw, sidelined since February, is still not training with the team. It’s looking increasingly unlikely he will feature at all in this tournament.Trent Alexander-Arnold has started both of England’s matches in midfieldCredit: GettyLuke Shaw has yet to feature as he continues to recover from injuryCredit: PAThis is a basic error, leaving right-footed Kieran Trippier on the left.And the “experiment” of playing Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield always looked doomed to failure. You don’t experiment at major tournaments and don’t pick an odd-job man when you need a master craftsman.What’s the point in selecting Kobbie Mainoo and Adam Wharton if you don’t trust them to start in central midfield in front of a right-back?Mainoo carried Manchester United for large parts of last season. He should start against Slovenia but it will probably be Conor Gallagher, a decent but basic scuffler.The absence of experienced back-up wide players is also odd.Jack Grealish, Marcus Rashford and Raheem Sterling are not in peak form but played well at past tournaments.Pundits and legends lay into EnglandENGLAND’s lifeless display in the 1-1 draw with Denmark left pundits and legends queuing up to take a dig at Gareth Southgate’s team.
      Here’s the best of what was said…
      ALAN SHEARER
      “Awful performance, particularly after going up in the game.
      “I don’t think one England player can look at themselves and say, ‘I’ve done my job tonight’.
      “England were all over the place, far too sloppy in possession, gave the ball away too much and got caught too many times.
      “There was no energy, no pace, no guile — Southgate is simply not getting the best out of England’s best players.
      “It’s concerning and Gareth will get some serious questions.
      “You saw England players lying on their backs — they look absolutely shattered but there’s no excuse for that.”
      GARY LINEKER
      The BBC host called the performance “lifeless and tepid”.
      On Harry Kane he said: “He needs his manager to ask more of him. I would have expected that if I’d put in that kind of performance.”
      RIO FERDINAND
      “The players don’t look the same as they do for their clubs. It is a big concern.”
      ROY KEANE
      “Courage and bravery, we’re not really seeing it.
      “There’s something amiss with the balance. Bellingham is waving his arms.
      “This is a big test for Gareth. It looks like he’s overthinking things.”
      JAMIE CARRAGHER
      “My big worry watching this and for the rest of the tournament?
      “England look absolutely knackered. They can’t get close to the ball.
      “The surest sign of fatigue is dropping deep.
      “Declan Rice is having to cover so much ground. No-one can convince me this is a strategy.”
      JACK WILSHERE
      “It’s strange that we have taken the lead in both games so far, yet instead of it settling us down and giving us the confidence to play, we have failed to take control.
      “But what was most worrying was that Denmark had a clear way of playing — while we didn’t.”

      Wouldn’t Southgate want at least one of them, rather than four players — Jarrod Bowen, Cole Palmer, Anthony Gordon and Eberechi Eze —­ who have never been this way before?England were rightly among the favourites to win these Euros but right now it seems unimaginable.Denmark were inferior man-for-man but collectively far superior.After the 1-0 win over Serbia, there was concern Phil Foden was struggling in the same team as Jude Bellingham. But against the Danes, Bellingham was almost anonymous himself.The Real Madrid Galactico was frustrated when a couple of early free-kicks were not awarded in his favour.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe needs to rediscover that energy from the first half against Serbia.Because England will not progress to the sharp end of this tournament unless Bellingham is at full pelt. And unless they all stop playing like weight of the world is on their shoulders.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      England’s draw with Denmark was caused by eco idiots vandalising Stonehenge, claims The Sun’s druid

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      ENGLAND’S dreadful Euros draw was caused by eco idiots vandalising Stonehenge — which ruined the spell cast by The Sun’s druid, he insisted last night.Three Lions fan King Arthur Pendragon used sorcery to summon up the spirits of the ancients to fire up Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions.Just Stop Oil protesters sprayed Stonehenge’s sacred stones with orange powder on WednesdayCredit: PAThree Lions fan King Arthur Pendragon used sorcery to summon up the spirits of the ancients to fire up Gareth Southgate’s Three LionsCredit: Jon RowleyHarry Kane scored the opening goal in what ended as a draw for England against DenmarkCredit: GettyBut Just Stop Oil protesters sprayed at least three of the sacred stones with orange powder on Wednesday, hours before King Arthur directed the circle’s mystic power to Germany.The desecration of the 5,000-year-old monument led directly to the awful 1-1 draw with Denmark, he reckoned — and blew our chances of qualifying as winners of our Euro 2024 group on Thursday.White-bearded wise man King Arthur — who performed an ancient rite with his followers before kick-off — seethed yesterday: “The protestors disturbed the peaceful majesty of the sacred place.“They made it more difficult for our powerful thoughts to reach the England team. The orange powder not only defaces the stones but affected their mystic powers — it was heresy!”Read More on FootballEngland took the lead after 18 minutes with a goal from captain Harry Kane and were on their way to grabbing the 2-0 win which King Arthur had predicted.But stars including Jude Bellingham failed to shine and the Danes equalised minutes later — with England going on to struggle to hold on to the draw in Frankfurt.Aces including Phil Foden, Trent-Alexander Arnold and Declan Rice also appeared to wilt in one of England’s most woeful performances of Southgate’s reign.King Arthur, 69, added: “The crazy thing is that the protesters were acting against their natural allies as we pagans share concerns about the natural environment.Most read in Euro 2024“We’re livid, but we keep the faith and believe Gareth and the team can recover and win the Euros.“Once the stones have been cleaned I can re-cast the spell for the Slovenia game — this time without the eco-idiots spoiling it.”England fans’ must watch guide to Frankfurt ahead of Three Lions’ Euro 2024 clash vs DenmarkWiltshire Police arrested and bailed a man in his 70s and woman in her 20s on suspicion of criminal damage and damaging an ancient monument.The druid king — a former soldier — changed his name from John Timothy Rothwell 37 years ago.He was convinced he is a reincarnation of the mythical monarch and has been leading the solstice ­celebrations since the Eighties.Around 15,000 people greeted the sun with cheers, drumming and chanting as it rose over Stonehenge for the solstice on Thursday.England’s draw against Denmark was watched by more than 11 million people, up from 10.5 million for their first Euro 2024 match against Serbia. More

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      England’s Wags cheer on Three Lions during dismal draw amid praise for travelling thousands of miles to support team

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      WAG Megan Davison lifts a cup — which is more than her fella and his England team-mates look capable of after the dismal draw with Denmark.Megan, 28, wife of 30-year-old goalie Jordan Pickford, was pictured cheering on her man at Thursday’s game in Frankfurt.Jordan Pickford wife’s Megan Davison showed her support by wearing a cropped yellow goalkeeper’s topCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandBukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson was among the Wags who visited the players at the hotelCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandAnd yesterday she joined the other Wags, including Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson, in a visit to the England team’s base at a remote resort in eastern Germany.Their journey to Blankenhain means the Wags will have travelled around 3,200 miles during the tournament — including flying to and from Germany.A source said: “The fact that they have to do so much travelling to see the players shows how supportive they all are. “The players really appreciate it.READ MORE ON WAGS“The Wags and families got to enjoy a relaxed lunch with the players, then spent a few hours with them through the afternoon and early evening.“It’s all aimed at giving them a morale boost and they needed it after the opening two matches.“They rely heavily on the Wags and their families for support.“This is a huge deal to them and they feel the pressure and the weight of expectation on their shoulders.Most read in Euro 2024“A bit of time with their partners and kids will ease the tension and give them a huge lift. Lauryn Goodman shares messages of support from taking Kyle Walker’s son to Euros”Everyone was together and that’s important for the team going forward.”The only frosty atmosphere at England’s base at the 350-acre Weimarer Golf Hotel and Spa is likely to have been between Kyle Walker, 34, and his missus Annie Kilner, 30.They had a bitter bust-up earlier this year when it was revealed he had fathered a second child with ex- ­mistress Lauryn Goodman.Annie has attended both matches so far. Lauryn was also at the Denmark game with Kairo, her first son with Walker. She said on Instagram that Kairo “had the best day”.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie has been in attendance at both games despite the couple’s troublesCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandLauryn Goodman took Walker’s son Kairo to watch him play at the EurosCredit: Splash More

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      ‘Trust the English refs’ – Fans fume as Holland have goal ruled out by VAR in ‘first offside decision to take ages’

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      HOLLAND fans were left fuming after having a goal ruled out in their clash with France.The two sides played out a goalless draw in Leipzig on Friday night in their second match of Euro 2024.Xavi Simons had a goal ruled out for offside against FranceCredit: GettyVAR agreed Denzel Dumfries interfered with play from an offside positionCredit: ReutersDespite being a tight encounter, the Dutch thought they had taken the lead during the second half.Xavi Simons’ strike was ruled out for offside by Anthony Taylor, though, before VAR agreed with the on-field decision.The midfielder’s low strike from the edge of the box beat Mike Maignan in the France goal to find the bottom corner.However, Denzel Dumfries was stood in an offside position to the goalkeeper’s left.READ MORE EURO 2024 NEWSBoth Taylor, his assistant referee and the VAR officials agreed Dumfries was interfering with play due to his proximity to Maignan and disallowed the goal.The decision was finalised after a lengthy VAR check, to the anger of supporters.Reacting to the decision on social media, one fan wrote: “Typical that the first offside decision to take ages… comes when English referees are using the technology.”Another added: “Didn’t even need to see them to know it’s an English VAR team.”Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third supporter also commented: “Terrible decision by the English ref and English VAR, what a shock, not.”Meanwhile, one more said: “Trust the English refs to take absolutely forever to make the wrong decision.”Kylian Mbappe’s new mask revealed as France training mask is bannedNetherlands Euro 2024 guideRONALD KOEMAN has overhauled Holland’s playing style after returning for a second stint in charge.

      Captain Virgil van Dijk will be expected to be a stalwart in defence while Xavi Simons will be hoping for a breakout tournament. But they may miss injured Frenkie de Jong.
      MANAGER: Ronald Koeman
      Ex-Barcelona and Everton boss was the scourge of England as a player when he knocked Graham Taylor’s side out of World Cup qualifying in 1994.
      STAR MAN: Virgil van Dijk
      Liverpool star has won everything there is to win at club level and will be counted on to keep things tight at the back.
      How Holland attack
      The Netherlands will play with a typically Dutch patient possession-based build-up.
      They will stagger their positions to play through the lines, but can be overly individualistic in the final third.
      How Holland defend
      The Dutch will play with a medium block, allowing the opposition to break the first line before engaging in the midfield area.
      They can run into problems when they fail to protect the middle of the pitch.
      Read the full Netherlands 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags

      Taylor is one of two English referees at Euro 2024, with Michael Oliver also at the tournament.Oliver has already taken charge of Spain’s win over Croatia and Ukraine’s victory against Slovakia, with Friday night’s match Taylor’s first assignment.Mark Halsey on France vs Netherlands VAR
      ENGLISH VAR officials . . . here we go again.
      Stuart Attwell took far too long to make a call on Xavi Simons’ strike and he got it wrong by sticking with the on-field decision.
      It was a ‘good’ goal because Denzel Dumfries should not have been adjudged offside.
      Holland’s Dumfries did not affect the line of vision for France keeper Mike Maignan, who made no attempt to save a shot he could not have reached.
      It means wing-back Dumfries was not involved in ‘active’ play.
      The VAR decision-making had been so slick in Germany up until last night.
      But with VAR Attwell, who should have sent English referee Anthony Taylor to the pitchside monitor, we had the slowest decision of Euro 2024 so far — which took just under three minutes.

      Neither side was able to find an opener following Simons’ disallowed goal.The draw also means both France and Netherlands are yet to book their place in the last 16.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More