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      Fans spot hilarious moment Scotland and Man Utd star Scott McTominay ‘jumps like a defender in Wii Sports’

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      FANS can’t stop chuckling after noticing Scott McTominay had an up-and-down time against Switzerland in more ways than one. The Scotland midfielder was spotted “jumping like a defender in Wii Sports basketball” in the 1-1 Euro 2024 draw.Scott McTominay had his own style of trying to foil SwitzerlandThe midfielder raised his game, at least in one senseThe Man Utd midfielder also swept in an early deflected openerCredit: GettyBut viewers also had a more pressing question – over McTominay’s role at set-pieces in such a crucial game.The Manchester United star drilled the Scots in front early on with a deflected first-time shot.But Xherdan Shaqiri punished poor defending with a brilliant equaliser.Nonetheless, the Scots should still reach the group stages for the first time ever if they beat Hungary in Sunday’s group finale.READ MORE TOP FOOTBALLAnd McTominay’s strange technique in trying to keep the Swiss out provided light relief.He bent his knees to spring up in the air twice in an effort to prevent a cross.And his odd antics pushed the buttons of amused viewers.One posted: “Love McTominay jumping like a defender in Wii Sports Resort basketball getting pump faked.”READ MORE TOP FOOTBALLEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I can’t unsee that now,” claimed a second.But a third fan reckoned McTominay might actually be onto something by stealing his style from a video game.Is it unthinkable to drop john McGinn and Scott McTominay plays better when Billy Gilmour is on the parkHe wrote: “It worked. He made the guy pass the ball straight out the park.”However, other fans were more puzzled by the 27-year-old taking corners – rather than putting his sizeable frame in the middle to receive them.One said: “McTominay hitting free kicks and corners when he’s the best player we’ve got at getting on the end of set pieces. It’s comical.”Another wrote: “Scottish fans please answer this. Why is McTominay on corners over Gilmour or McGinn, when he’s clearly your biggest goal threat?”And a third observer labelled manager Steve Clarke’s deadball strategy as “one of the most baffling tactical choices I’ve ever seen”.Scotland Euro 2024 guideQUALIFYING for back-to-back Euros is an achievement in itself and the Tartan Army are sure to make the most of it.
      The Scots recorded a famous 2-0 win over Spain in qualifying, but come into the Euros off the back of seven games without a win.
      MANAGER: Steve Clarke
      Only Jock Stein, Andy Roxburgh and Craig Brown have managed Scotland in more games than Jose Mourinho’s former assistant.
      STAR MAN: John McGinn
      The Aston Villa star has reached new levels under Unai Emery’s tutelage and is crucial to a midfield that provides most of Scotland’s goals.
      How Scotland attack
      Scotland’s three-man midfield will be crucial with the likes of McGinn and Scott McTominay providing lung-busting runs and coming up with most of the goals.
      Target man Lyndon Dykes is set to be a big miss with Che Adams likely to step in as the lone striker in a 5-4-1 formation.
      How Scotland defend
      Scotland will put ten men behind the ball in a deep 5-4-1 block out of possession.
      They will work extremely hard to deny the opposition central spaces between the lines, forcing them to resort to wide play and crosses which the Scots feel more comfortable defending.
      Read the full Scotland Euro 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags More

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      Denmark 0-0 England LIVE SCORE: Southgate’s side UNCHANGED as Three Lions eye knockout stage – stream FREE, updates

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      ENGLAND are facing Denmark RIGHT NOW as they close in on top spot in Group C at Euro 2024!The Three Lions need just a point of guarantee they go through to the knockout stage after Serbia’s draw with Slovenia earlier – and a victory to go through as group winners.On the team news front, Gareth Southgate has named an unchanged XI from the win over Serbia.
      Kick-off time: 5pm BST
      FREE live stream: BBC iPlayer
      TV channel: BBC One
      Denmark XI: Schmeichel, Andersen, Vestergaard, Maehle, Christensen, Holjund, Eriksen, Kristiansen, Wind, Hjulmand, Hojbjeg
      England XI: Pickford, Walker, Stones, Guehi, Trippier, Rice, Bellingham, Alexander-Arnold, Foden, Kane, Saka
      EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSFollow ALL the action from Deutsche Bank Park with our live blog below…Denmark 0-0 England
      6. Kyle Walker is the latest to give away possession…
      …but the right-back quickly makes amends by winning the ball straight back.
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      5. Demark enjoy a spell of possession.
      Andersen tries his luck with a cross from the right, dealt with by Guehi, before Eriksen and Kristiansen take over on the opposite flank.
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      3. England’s passing hasn’t been too crisp in the opening minutes.
      Trent Alexander-Arnold, in particular, has been sloppy in possession on a couple of occasions.
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      2. The first shot of the game comes from the right foot of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, outside the box and straight at Jordan Pickford.
      Not many people would have had the Tottenham midfielder down as the first player to register an attempt.
      Copy linkCopiedKick-off – Denmark v England
      1. Peeeeeeep! Portuguese referee Artur Soares Dias blows his whistle, and Bukayo Saka gets the match underway with a pass all the way back to Jordan Pickford.
      The start was held up momentarily as the sides swapped ends, and the players stood for a minute’s applause in memory of the recently passed Gerhard Aigner.
      Copy linkCopiedHere come the two teams!
      Here we go!
      The England players are made to wait in the tunnel area for a couple of minutes, but eventually their opponents and the officials arrive to queue their entrance out on to the Frankfurt pitch.
      It’s a sea of red and white inside the stadium amid an atmosphere that has been building for the past couple of hours.
      The national anthems are belted out with gusto in front of the watching Prince of Wales, who is stood next to the King of Denmark.
      The formalities are almost over. The football is upon us.
      Copy linkCopiedDon’t bank on goals galore
      England fans have been asking for more excitement after a somewhat uninspired opener against Serbia.
      But if recent history with the Danes is anything to go by, today won’t be the fixture that brings the drama.
      There have only been five goals scored in the last four meetings between Denmark (2) and England (3) in all competitions.
      Copy linkCopiedCountdown to kick-off
      There are just ten minutes until the action gets underway at the Frankfurt Arena…
      …and fans of both countries are busy preparing for the action.

      Copy linkCopiedLive from the Frankfurt Arena
      As predicted, Gareth Southgate has stuck with the same starting 11.
      Some fans I met in the centre of Frankfurt wanted Conor Gallagher in for Trent Alexander-Arnold and another winger to be given a chance in place of Phil Foden.
      But to abandon the TAA midfield experiment after one game would have been ridiculous. Either you think it can work and you are willing to give him a chance to show it can, or you don’t. One tournament-level game is not enough to decide.
      As SunSport columnist Jack Wilshere explained, Foden’s effectiveness was hit the hardest by the way England played in the second half. He was forced into a wide role in what was effectively a 4-5-1 formation, and that is not his game at all.
      The Three Lions looked like a team destined to go out in the quarter finals in their opening game. But tournaments aren’t won in the group stage.
      Denmark make one change from the side that conceded a late-ish equaliser against Slovenia. Joakim Maehle comes in for Alexander Bah at right wing-back.
      An England win would seal top spot in the group and a last 16 game in Gelsenkirchen on June 30.
      Copy linkCopiedEuro return for hero Eriksen
      As horror unfolded at Euro 2020, many feared that we would never see Christian Eriksen on a football pitch again.
      Yet the Denmark hero has fought back from the cardiac arrest he suffered in Copenhagen to again cement himself as the most important part of his nation’s team.
      This evening, he will his 132nd international appearance, equalling Simon Kjaer for the most caps won by a Danish player.
      The 32-year-old scored his first ever goal at a European Championship during their 1-1 draw with Slovenia, and also showed just how dangerous he is at set-plays.
      Eriksen created seven chances from set-pieces during Sunday’s match the most by a player in a European Championship fixture since Gary McAllister for Scotland against Germany in 1992 (8).

      Copy linkCopiedSouthgate calls for continuity
      England head coach Gareth Southgate has explained his reasonings for naming an unchanged team to face Denmark, calling for continuity as his side grows into the tournament.
      However, the Three Lions boss also acknowledged that he will need to call on his substitutes, both today and as the competition progresses.
      With Trent Alexander-Arnold playing in central midfield again, Southgate wants the Liverpool man to unleash his full capabalities.
      We needed to check on all the players but wanted the continuity. We know we did some things very well and some things we want to get better at. There are guys who are training well and pushing, and we’ll need fresh legs at some point. I want [Trent Alexander-Arnold] to do the things he’s really good at. The range of passes he has, the ability to unlock defences, I think he did a lot well on Sunday and if he can add that final moment he can cause Denmark a lot of problems.Gareth SouthgateBBC
      Copy linkCopiedHow the sides shape up

      Copy linkCopiedTrippier brings up half-century
      There were slight concerns when he went down with cramp late on in Sunday’s game against Serbia, but Kieran Trippier has been declared fit enough to face Denmark tonight – and in doing so will make his 50th appearance for the senior England side.
      At 33 years and 275 days, the Newcastle man becomes the third-oldest outfield player to reach a half-century of caps for the Three Lions after Stanley Matthews (41y 301d) and Teddy Sheringham (36y 74d).
      Decent company, that.

      Copy linkCopiedEngland odds-on for success
      The Three Lions famously needed a Harry Kane penalty rebound in extra-time to beat Denmark in the semi-finals of Euro 2020, but the bookies expect no such difficulties this time around.

      Denmark win 23/5
      Draw 13/5
      England win 8/11

      Odds from BetMGM correct at time of post publication.
      Copy linkCopiedSouthgate sticks with same side
      It doesn’t happen often, but Gareth Southgate has shown he is happy to go with the same XI that started against Serbia on Sunday.
      In fact, in his 97 games in charge of England, Southgate has named an unchanged starting XI on just five occasions.
      Each of of the previous four instances all came at World Cups, twice in 2018 and then twice again in 2022.
      Copy linkCopiedMaehle one change for Danes
      Kasper Hjulmand makes just one change as his Denmark squad prepare to take on England in Frankfurt.
      The head coach welcomes back Joakim Maehle – such an impressive performer at Euro 2020 – and he will take over at right wing-back from Alexander Bah.
      With Simon Kjaer only named on the bench, Kasper Schmeichel continues as captain while Manchester United pair Christian Eriksen and Rasmund Hojlund play in attack with Jonas Wind.

      Denmark (3-4-1-2): 1 Schmeichel; 2 Andersen, 6 Christiansen, 3 Vestergaard; 5 Maehle, 21 Hjulmand, 23 Højbjerg, 17 Kristiansen; 10 Eriksen; 9 Hojlund, 19 Wind
      Subs: 16 Hermansen, 22 Ronnow, 4 Kjaer, 7 Jensen, 11 Skov Olsen, 12 Dolberg, 13 Jorgensen, 14 Damsgaard, 15 Norgaard, 18 Bah, 20 Poulsen, 24 Dreyer, 25 Kristensen, 26 Bruun Larsen
      Credit: @dbulandshold on C
      Copy linkCopiedEngland unchanged for Denmark test
      Gareth Southgate has named the same side that started the Group C opener against Serbia on Sunday.
      That means Trent Alexander-Arnold continues in midfield alongside Declan Rice, while Phil Foden is on the left again despite calls to shake up the attack.
      Captain Harry Kane leads the line while Jordan Pickford makes his 21st tournament appearance in goal, taking over the England record set by Peter Shilton.

      England (4-2-3-1): 1 Pickford; 2 Walker, 5 Stones, 6 Guess, 12 Trippier; 8 Alexander-Arnold, 4 Rice; 7 Saka, 10 Bellingham, 11 Foden; 9 Kane
      Subs: 13 Ramsdale, 23 Henderson, 14 Konsa, 15 Dunk, 16 Gallagher, 17 Toney, 18 Gordon, 19 Watkins, 20 Bowen, 21 Eze, 22 Gomez, 24 Palmer, 25 Wharton, 26 Mainoo
      Credit: @England on X
      Copy linkCopiedLions stay top thanks to Luka
      The final whistle has just been blown in Munich where – just seconds earlier – Luka Jovic had headed a 90+6th minute equalise to earn Serbia a 1-1 draw with Slovenia.
      The draw means England stay top of Group C ahead of the imminent fixture with Denmark, and should Gareth Southgate’s side now win, they will seal their place in the Last 16 as group winners.
      Credit: uefa.com
      Copy linkCopiedStats disprove Southgate critics
      We’re not creative enough, we’re not positive enough.
      Gareth Southgate has had an increasing number of critics across social media with each tournament that he takes charge of England at.
      But the statistics show that the Three Lions score more goals with him in charge at either a World Cup or European Championship than they ever did under another manager.
      Southgate oversaw his 20th match at a major tournament as England beat Serbia 1-0 on Saturday, becoming just the 16th national team manager to reach the milestone.
      Across those 20 games, his sides have scored at an average of 1.9 per 90 minutes.

      Copy linkCopiedLions ready to roar…
      …and make history.
      After the 1-0 win against Serbia in their opening Group C match at Euro 2024, England are targeting another success which would see them do something they have done before – and that’s win both of their first two matches at a European Championship.
      Copy linkCopiedUpdate from around the grounds…
      Slovenia have opened the scoring against Serbia with 20 minutes to go.
      Zan Karnicnik’s goal means that Matjaz Kek’s side go top of Group C ahead of England’s clash against Denmark later.
      How it stands:
      1 Slovenia – 4pts*
      2 England – 3pts
      3 Denmark – 1pts
      4 Serbia – 0pts
      Copy linkCopiedDenmark fans taunt England supporters with cheeky chant
      Danish fans have made a cheeky dig at England ahead of the vital Euro 2024 clash.
      England face Denmark today in their second Group C match of the tournament.
      A win at the Deutsche Bank Park for Gareth Southgate’s side would guarantee a spot in the last-16.
      While English fans are getting excited about the team’s prospects in the tournament, the Danes have decided to try and bring them down a peg.
      A video has emerged online of the Scandinavian fans marching down a street chanting: “England, England, it’s never coming home.”
      The taunt is a play on the famous 1996 song Three Lions by David Baddiel, Frank Skinner, and The Lightning Seeds.
      Watch Denmark fans taunt England supporters with cheeky chant as they march together ahead of Euro 2024 clash
      Copy linkCopiedEngland vs Denmark H2H
      Last five meetings between the two sides:
      England 2-1 Denmark (July, 2011)
      England 0-1 Denmark (October, 2020)
      Denmark 0-0 England (September 2020)
      England 1-0 Denmark (March, 2014)
      Denmark 1-2 England (February, 2011)
      Copy linkCopiedEngland fans make a splash in Frankfurt
      The Three Lions faithful are in Frankfurt to roar on Gareth Southgate’s side against Denmark in just a few hours time.
      And one supporter found an easy way to cool down on a warm day.
      Crowds cheered as a topless man stood on the edge of a fountain in Romerberg Square and led a rendition of Phil Foden’s On Fire.
      He then bravely took a dive into some shallow water as the spectators went wild.
      Watch England fan dive into Frankfurt fountain as Three Lions get in party spirit before Denmark clash at Euro 2024
      Copy linkCopiedFans prep the stadium ahead of kick-off
      England fans are beginning to turn Frankfurt’s Deutsche Bank Park red and white.
      We’re heading into the final two hours before kick-off.
      Credit: GETTY
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      Prince William arrives to cheer on Three Lions in Euros clash against Denmark without Kate & the kids

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      PRINCE William has arrived in Germany to cheer on the Three Lions as they take on Denmark in the Euros.William, who is president of the FA, is watching Gareth Southgate’s side in their second group stage match at the Frankfurt Arena – the day before his 42nd birthday.Prince William smiles as he arrives for the clash between England and DenmarkCredit: APHe arrived without Kate and his three childrenCredit: EPAThe Prince was all smiles as the Group C clash got underwayCredit: RexThe Prince of Wales during a visit to St George’s Park last weekCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalaceThe trip is a solo one for William, as the Princess of Wales is away from public duties while she continues her treatment for cancer.William is one of hundreds of thousands of England fans travelling to Germany throughout the Euro 2024 championship this summer, which kicked off on June 14.He attended England’s games in Euro 2020, which took place in Euro 2021 due to Covid, but gave the Qatar World Cup a miss.Earlier today, cheering Three Lions fans turned Germany’s bars and fan zones into a sea of red and white for the clash with Denmark.Read More in FootballFans packed out pubs with time to spare to settle their nerves as Gareth Southgate’s men hope to secure a last-16 spot.Supporters were seen cooling off in Romerberg Square’s Fountain of Justice while others draped St George’s flags over themselves.But it is now time for the football to do the talking with the Euros clash now underway.It comes after the Prince of Wales, a passionate Aston Villa fan, presented shirts to the England men’s squad before the team left for Germany.Most read in Euro 2024He made a surprise visit to St George’s Park, England’s national football centre in Burton upon Trent.Wills also shared his youngest son Prince Louis’ advice, who suggested the players “eat twice the amount” to secure their bid for Euros glory.He said: “I was on the school run this morning with the children and I asked them what I should say to you today.”The best bit of advice I got to ask you was to eat twice as much as you normally eat.England injury blow as Luke Shaw is ruled OUT of Denmark clash with Man Utd star still training alone at Euro 2024″I don’t have visions of all of you running around with massive red tummies and getting stitches on the pitch.”So I think maybe take my youngest’s kind of advice with a pinch of salt.”England skipper Harry Kane jokingly said: “I don’t think our nutritionist will be happy with that advice.”England got off to a positive start in Germany when Jude Bellingham scored a header 13 minutes into their Group C opener.But it was a lacklustre second half against Serbia with supporters hoping for a more inspired performance against Denmark.All eyes are once again on the 20-year-old Real Madrid star tonight as England eye a spot at the top of our group table.A first place finish will see the team handed an easier route to the quarter-finals with a last-16 tie against a third-place side.But Denmark will be sure to come out fighting as failure to beat the Three Lions tonight could leave them on the back foot in third place.With the likes of Manchester United stars Rasmus Hojlund and Christian Eriksen to contend with, the match could prove tricky.England have not made any changes from their starting 11 that beat Serbia on Sunday.Southgate confirmed Luke Shaw is still injured but the rest of the team are reportedly fighting fit.Marc Guehi’s impressive performance on his major tournament debut silenced his critics.Meanwhile, all eyes will be on Phil Foden and Trent Alexander-Arnold who had a more subdued start to the competition.Only 10,000 seats have been made available for England supporters but a mile-long riverside fanzone has been set up for those who don’t make it inside.Around 30,000 are estimated to have flocked there to watch the action on a 1,500sq ft floating screen.More than 10 million people tuned in to watch England narrowly overcome Serbia in their first match on June 16.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe BBC’s coverage of the clash peaking at 15 million views, the corporation said.The match was also streamed 3.5 million times on BBC iPlayer.Wills even had a kick about during his visit ahead of the EurosCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalacePrince William posed for a squad photo before the Three Lions set off for GermanyCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalaceThe Prince of Wales chatted to Three Lions boss SouthgateCredit: PAWilliam’s pep talk in full

      Guys, I was just thinking on the way here what I would say today. Some of you have heard me speak before, some of you are new to the setup.
      I thought, what can I offer to all of you and your experienced team here, Gareth – what can I say that could help you in any way?
      I was on the school run this morning with the children and I asked them what I should say to you today.
      The best bit of advice I got to ask you was to eat twice as much as you normally eat.
      I don’t have visions of all of you running around with massive red tummies and getting stitches on the pitch.
      So I think maybe take my youngest’s kind of advice with a pinch of salt.
      Tournament football, it’s a big deal. All of you have had fantastic seasons.
      I’ve seen every single one of you play this season. You’ve all done amazingly well.
      As some of you know way better than anyone else in this room, tournament football is brutal.
      It requires a lot more than you’ve already given. You’ve had a long, long season as it is, and we’re going to ask you to go again
      It’s going to be difficult. It’s going to be fun. It’s going to be challenging.
      It’s going to be everything that you’ve ever dreamed of, you know, wearing that English shirt.
      I think you’re going to have to draw on all the experience you’ve had playing club football.
      I think the biggest thing I’ve learned from coming and seeing you guys over the years in the dressing room I’ve been into is the togetherness.
      What Gareth has instilled in all of you over the years, I really feel you’re a unit.
      You fight for each other. You play for each other. And you really care about putting that shirt on.
      And I just want you guys to know how much it means to everyone back here.
      You go out there. Give your all. Play for the shirt. Play for each other. Play for the country.
      Because everyone’s behind you. We really care about what you’re going to do.
      And I think you need to know also, you know, the England team has a target at the back.
      Everyone wants to beat us. So when you step on that pitch, you’re going to be, you’re going to want to be, you know.
      And you guys have got all the talent in the world. You’re a great squad, but talent alone won’t win us the tournament.
      And so whatever you can do, draw on those experiences in other parts of your life, growing up, other inspirations, other people, family members.
      Whatever it is, you know, get that in you right now. Build up on it. Pump yourself up.
      Because, you know, you never know when you might need it in the future. 
      But listen, I’m rambling. I wish you all the best. I really do. I’ve been watching you some games.
      I won’t get to say what I do at home, watching some matches. But we get very much into it. We really enjoy it.
      And yeah, just best of luck, guys. Bye. Thank you. More

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      Dani Dyer wears England kit as she leads Three Lions’ glam Wags in stands for crunch Euro 2024 clash vs Denmark

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      REALITY TV star Dani Dyer was spotted wearing an England shirt as she got ready to cheer on the Three Lions in their match against Denmark.Gareth Southgate’s side won their opening game 1-0 thanks to Jude Bellingham’s header.Jarrod Bowen’s partner Dani Dyer was seen wearing an England kit as she cheered on the teamCredit: GettyReality TV star Dani was seen with a beer in hand ahead of the gameCredit: GettyShe also took some time to grab pictures with fansCredit: PAKatie Goodland was seen wearing Harry Kane’s number nine England shirtCredit: ReutersMegan Davison cheered on Jordan Pickford with the yellow goalkeeper kitCredit: PAHowever, travelling England fans have been left hoping for some more entertainment for the match in Frankfurt.Leading those fans were none other then England’s glamorous Wags.Dani, the partner of West Ham winger Jarrod Bowen, was spotted in the stands with a pint of beer before the game.The former Love Island contestant also took the time so take pictures with fans ahead of the game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe was joined in cheering on Bowen – who came on off the bench against Serbia – by a number of other England Wags.Among them was Lewis Dunk’s partner, Abi Yaxley, and Megan Davison, the wife of Jordan Pickford, with wearing the England goalkeeper shirt.The Everton stopper has the chance to overtake Peter Shilton and become England’s record clean sheet holder with a shutout against the Danes. Ellie Alderson, John Stones and Katie Goodland, the partners of Ollie Watkins, John Stones and Harry Kane respectively were also spotted wearing England shirts while in the stands.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBukayo Saka’s partner Tolami Benson was seen in an England hat and white jacketCredit: PAOlivia Naylor, partner of John Stones was seen in the away stripCredit: PAThe partner of Conor Gallagher, Aine Kennedy, was seen in the stands with a stunning red jacket as she added some shades to her look.Meanwhile, Bukayo Saka’s partner Tolami Benson was seen in a white jacket and England hat as she prepared to cheer on the Saka and co.Denmark Wags including Man Utd star Hojund’s girlfriend get on the beers before England Euro 2024 clashKyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner was also seen wearing a red top for the ocassion.Family was also present at the ground, with Jobe Bellingham seen alongside mother Denise, the brother and mother of star man Jude, who was named in the starting line up again.Lewis Dunk’s Abi Yaxley, was seen enjoying a drink before the gameCredit: GettyKyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner was also spotted at the gameCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandJude Bellingham’s brother Jobe and mother Denise were spotted in the standsCredit: PAMeet England’s Euro 2024 Wags

      England Wags range from childhood sweethearts to recently blossoming love stories.
      Katie Goodland (Harry Kane’s wife)
      The fitness instructor has been married to the England captain since 2019 and joined him in Germany with their four children after he joined Bayern Munich.
      Laura Celia Valk (Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend)
      The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million Instagram followers and is said to be absolutely smitten with the Real Madrid star.
      Rebecca Cooke (Phil Foden’s girlfriend)
      Foden’s childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two kids tends to keep out of the spotlight, but is a regular at England games.
      Dani Dyer (Jarrod Bowen’s girlfriend)
      England’s most famous Wag, former Love Island winner and daughter of Eastenders’ Danny Dyer.
      Iris Law (Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend)
      Dani Dyer isn’t the only actor’s daughter dating an England star. Iris’ dad is Hollywood legend Jude Law.
      Megan Davison (Jordan Pickford’s wife)
      Megan has been with Pickford since he was 14 years old. The couple married in 2022 and have one son.
      Olivia Naylor (John Stones’ girlfriend)
      The 33-year-old former beautician has stepped back from her role after giving birth to a baby son.
      Read more about the Wags who will be supporting England at Euro 2024 here

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      I run Britain’s cheapest pub but I’ve BANNED football – you won’t be able to sip a £2.40 pint during Euros at my boozer

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      ONE of Britain’s cheapest pubs WON’T be showing the Euros this summer despite football fever hitting the country.Sinclair’s Oyster Bar in Manchester is well known for its old-world interior and its fascinating history.Sinclair’s Oyster Bar in Manchester won’t be showing the Euros this summerCredit: STEVE ALLENCallum Jepson and his mum Lisa Sauicz are patrons at the pubCredit: STEVE ALLENRichard Meaden and Michael Meaden praised the cheap prices and great locationCredit: STEVE ALLENThe boozer is also renowned for its low prices with a pint of mild or dark lager being a snip at just £2.40.Customers love its low prices and olde-world character, but keeping overheads down in order to maintain low prices means they can’t watch the footie action. As part of the Samuel Smith’s chain, it also aims to recreate the simpler times of the past.It means screens and mobile phones banned inside, to encourage punters to chat while sipping on their bargain beer.Read More in FootballEngland got off to a winning start at the weekend securing a 1-0 win over Serbia and will be looking to secure their place in the Euro 2024 knockout phase this evening when they take on Denmark in Frankfurt.A first place position will see the Three Lions handed an easier route to the quarter-finals with a last-16 tie against a third-place finisher.But Denmark will be sure to come out fighting as failure to beat the Three Lions tonight could leave them on the back foot in third place.With the likes of Manchester United stars Rasmus Hojlund and Christian Eriksen to contend with, the match could prove tricky.Most read in FootballHowever, regulars say they don’t care about missing it or watching elsewhere if they can enjoy such a great pub for so little.And many say they are glad the Euros aren’t blaring out – preferring to sip their cheap pints in peace.Barry Tottey, 64, from Holmes Chapel said: “I’m not bothered that they aren’t showing it. “If I wanted to go and watch it I could go to a sports bar.” But he questioned whether the rules of Samuel Smith – who does not allow any screens, phones or technology in his pubs – were out of date.Barry also added: “He (Samuel Smith) needs to open more of the lovely pubs that are closed.”England fans at the Euro clash with Denmark will be allowed to watch the action with a pint in their hands for the first time in nearly 40 yearsFriend Darren Keates, 60, said: “People know it’s a Samuel Smith pub and you can’t go in there and use the phone. They have to not show it to keep the costs down.”Lisa Sauicz, 49, was enjoying an al fresco drink at the pub before heading to Coop Live to see The Killers with her son Callum Jepson, 29. She said: “If the Euros is on I feel there should be somewhere for people to view it but there are plenty of bars that do show it. But we are off to see The Killers so we don’t care!”Kathleen Harrison, 76, said: “We come here once every few weeks when the sun is shining. We have just had three halves of lager for £5.”Sister Anne Hughes, 78, says: “We can sit outside when it’s sunny and there are plenty of people so we can watch the world go by. It’s very cheap and it’s a lovely old pub.”Musician Nick Miller, 60, says: “I am glad they don’t show the Euros here, it’s nice to be away from it.”If I wanted to watch it I could go next door, it’s nice to come here and relax – it’s a welcome reprieve.” Friend Andy Miller, 70, says: “I have been coming here for 30 years and I like coming for the stout. The prices are very reasonable.”I’m not into football so it’s perfect they don’t play it, I don’t want to hear it – it’s so loud, I want some peace and relaxation.”The Grade II listed building was moved and meticulously rebuilt brick by brick following damage during the Christmas blitz in 1941 and a later close call with an IRA bomb in 1996. Today, the 1720s picturesque inn is still standing proudly in its most recent spot – bang in the heart of the city centre.Michael Meaden, 40, a taxi driver said: “The location is great, sitting outside, it’s a cracking day and the beers are very cheap.”Soaring pint pricesTHE sobering prospect of paying £25 a pint by 2040 is on the horizon, a study warns.
      The average cost of a lager has already gone up 11 per cent this year to £4.69.
      If that rate is maintained ­annually, then in 16 years it will cost a wallet-busting £25.70.
      Drinkers have already faced a  28 per cent rise over the past five years from when a pint was  £3.67.
      The latest research, by FruitySlots.com and based on Office for National ­Statistics data, adds to pressure on boozers as beer becomes increasingly unaffordable.
      Pub closures are already up  51 per cent to 80 a month in the first three months of this year.

      Police Officer Richard Meaden, 40 agreed the city isn’t without its venues for showing the matches and said Sinclairs doesn’t need to show them.He said: “If I want to watch it, there are plenty of places. I think if they showed it here, you wouldn’t be able to get in. I don’t think they need to.”I think the pub appeals more to people who are out and about and just want to drink.”Day tripper Liz Kenny, 74, said: “I like coming in here, it’s cheap beer – it’s the cheapest place in Manchester. We just had two pints for £5.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAlan Phoenix, 72, said: “I am not bothered about football, it makes the bars too packed – it’s nice and quiet. “We came from Wigan on the train, we like it round here, it’s great for a drink and we love this pub.”David Kerrigan, Mike Hilton, Barry Tottey and Darren Keates having a drink in the beer gardenCredit: STEVE ALLENKathleen Harrison, Anne Hughes and Pat Morrison also enjoy cheap pints at the boozerCredit: STEVE ALLENNick Miller and Andy Miller say the peace and quiet is welcomeCredit: STEVE ALLEN More

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      What result do England need against Denmark to qualify from Group C in Euro 2024?

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      ENGLAND take on Denmark in a mouthwatering Euro 2024 fixture today – and three points would be huge.The Three Lions got their campaign off to the perfect start with an opening win against Serbia.Jude Bellingham’s header fired England to a 1-0 win against SerbiaCredit: PAJude Bellingham inspired England to victory once again after getting on the end of Bukayo Saka’s sublime cross.And as a result, the pathway is clear for what Gareth Southgate’s side need to do to qualify for the round of 16.But nothing is ever guaranteed in football so we could see a twist in the tale.Find out what England needs to do to secure their spot in the knockout rounds.What result do England need against Denmark to qualify?England will qualify top of Group C if they beat Denmark tonight. If the Three Lions draw with the Danes, they would be two points clear at the top of the group and they would have to beat Slovenia on the final match day to finish top. England are currently on three points, Slovenia are on two points, while Denmark and Serbia have one each. If England qualify top, they will play the third-place team from Group D, E or F on Sunday, June 30 at 5pm BST in Gelsenkirchen. Most read in Euro 2024When is Denmark vs England?
      England’s second game of Euro 2024 will take place on THIS evening – Thursday, June 20.
      It is scheduled to kick-off at 5pm BST – 6pm local time
      Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt, Germany is the allocated arena forthe big game.
      Harry Kane’s 104th minute strike fired England to a 2-1 semi-final win when the sides last met in the Euro 2020. More

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      Why are England’s rivals Serbia threatening to pull out of Euro 2024 and what happens to Group C if they leave?

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      SERBIA have threatened to QUIT Euro 2024 in a shocking turn of events.Here’s everything you need to know about why the Balkan nation is considering pulling out.Serbia threatened to quit the Euros after accusing Croatia and Albania fans of vile chantsWhy are England’s rivals Serbia threatening to pull out of Euro 2024?Serbia have threatened to pull out of Euro 2024 after accusing Croatia and Albania fans of shouting vile chants at the tournament.England’s first-round opponents claim supporters from their two fellow Balkan nations chanted “Kill, kill, kill the Serb” during Wednesday’s 2-2 draw between the two nations in Group B.The General Secretary of the Football Association of Serbia, Jovan Surbatovic, has submitted a request for Uefa to punish both Croatia and Albania for the alleged chants in the 59th minute.And he has warned that Serbia are ready to walk away from Euro 2024 if no action is taken.read more on euro 2024He said, via RTS: “First of all, I want to thank our fans for their support in the match against England and I hope we will beat Slovenia.”What happened is scandalous and we will ask UEFA for sanctions, even if it means not continuing the competition.”We are sure that they will be punished, because they have already responded to our appeal to remove the so-called journalist from Albania from the championship.”We will demand from UEFA to punish the federations of both selections. We do not want to participate in that, but if UEFA does not punish them, we will think how will we proceed.Most read in Euro 2024″We were punished for isolated cases and our fans behaved much better than the others.”One fan was punished for racist insults and we don’t want it to be attributed to others.”We Serbs are gentlemen and we have an open heart, so I appeal to the fans to remain gentlemen.”How much were Serbia fined in Euro 2024?The amount of the fine is yet to be determined.Serbia fans have been accused of ‘transmitting a provocative message’Uefa said its Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body would decide the punishment in the coming days.But a further charge for the Serbs — and a heavier fine — seems likely, too.Uefa added: “Furthermore, an Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector will conduct a disciplinary investigation regarding alleged discriminatory behaviour.”Why were Serbia fined in Euro 2024?Serbia face a heavy Uefa fine after brandishing controversial flags to taunt other countries.Uefa announced it had opened disciplinary proceedings and levied charges of “throwing objects” and “transmitting a provocative message unfit for a sports event” during the 1-0 defeat at the hands of England in Gelsenkirchen.Serbia is a public ally of Russia in its war with Ukraine and supporters brandished the red white and blue flag of the Moscow-run state.That could be seen as “provocative” given the feelings of not just Ukraine but also Poland and the Baltic states, who are fearful of being the next victims of Russian territorial aggression.Some Serbian fans also displayed a land map of the country which included neighbouring Kosovo, long claimed by the Belgrade regime.That bore the message “nema predaje”, which means “never surrender” and suggested backing for the Serbian ambitions.England supporter who went viral during 2022 World Cup pictured at Serbia Euro 2024 opener sending fans into a frenzyWhat happens to Group C if Serbia pull out of Euro 2024?Serbia’s next game sees them playing Slovenia at 2pm on the afternoon of Thursday, June 20.Should they end up withdrawing from the Euros, it would see their final group stage game against Denmark fall through.According to Uefa laws, the Danes would be handed an automatic 3-0 win and Serbia would also land a huge fine.READ MORE SUN STORIESAs the governing body’s laws state (article 30.01): “If an association refuses to play or is responsible for a match (including kicks from the penalty mark) not taking place or not being played in full, the Uefa Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body declares the match forfeited by the association concerned.”Moreover, if the circumstances of the case so justify, the Uefa Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body may impose any further disciplinary measures deemed appropriate on the association concerned, including the disqualification from the competition.” More

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      Euro 2024 stadium announcer forced to warn fans mid-game over ‘disgusting’ act in Serbia’s draw with Slovenia

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      FOOTBALL fans were warned against throwing objects onto the pitch during the Euro 2024 group stage match between Slovenia and Serbia.In the latter stages of the game, some fans at the Allianz Arena began throwing plastic cups onto the pitch.Plastic cups were thrown at playersCredit: APSerbia supporters appeared to aim the objects at Slovenia players following Zan Karnicnik’s opening goal.The stadium announcer was forced to intervene in the final 10 minutes, warning those in attendance against throwing anything onto the field.Fans watching on TV took to social media to react, with one person writing: “Serbian fans throwing c**p on the pitch. Disgusting.”Another commented: “A Slovenian national player got beer cups thrown at him by Serbian fans during the match. Great sportsmanship, Serbia. Really great.”Read More on Euro 2024A third wrote: “Serbian fans are a disgrace. Throwing cups and stuff at the Slovenian team. Horrible fanbase.”While a fourth said: “The cups being chucked from the Serbia fans because they’re not happy LMFAO what is wrong with them.”The match between Slovenia and Serbia ended 1-1 in Munich.Karnicnik opened the scoring with a close-range strike in the 69th minute.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSHowever, Luka Jovic equalised with the last touch of the match following a corner.Slovenia next face England on Tuesday, while Serbia take on Denmark.Moment vast swarm of BEES invades Euro 2024 stadium just hours before Germany vs Hungary clashEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More