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      Slovenia 1-1 Serbia LIVE RESULT – Serbians pull off last-gasp draw and open door for England to top group

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      SERBIA have scored a last-gasp header to level the scoring in their crucial Group C match against Slovenia.Veljkovic’s header means that the Serbians’ knockout dreams are still alive.And as a result, a win for England against Denmark would see them top Group C.
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      Slovenia XI: Rajkovic; Veljkovic, Milenkovic, Pavlovic; Zivkovic, Ilic, Lukic, Mladenovic; Tadic; Vlahovic, Mitrovic.
      Serbia XI: Oblak; Karnicnik, Drkusic, Bijol, Janza; Stojanovic, Cerin, Elsnik, Mlakar; Sporar, Sesko.
      EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSFollow ALL the action from the Allianz Arena with our live blog below…Winner takes all tie in Munich
      Serbia will take on Denmark at the Allianz Arena in their final group game.
      Unless something remarkable happens in their game against England later today, it should be a winner takes all match between the pair to see who progresses.
      This could lead to a brilliant open game of attacking football with both Serbia and Denmark trying to ensure their Euro 2024 campaign does not end early.
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      Both teams had periods of the game where they began to dominate.
      We have come to expect more from this Serbian side, as do their fans but they will be revelling in that last-gasp equaliser today.
      Dragan Stojkovic’s side will fancy their chances of getting a positive result against Denmark in their final group game.

      Copy linkCopiedSlovenia still unbeaten in Group C
      With two draws from their first two games, Matjaz Kek’s side have yet to taste defeat.
      They never expected to qualify from the group stage but will reflect on what could have been.
      If they want to do that now, it would require them beating England in their final game.
      Copy linkCopiedHighs and lows of tournament football
      Both teams, and their fans, went through the full range of emotions there.
      The one Slovenia will remember is that stomach turning feeling of conceding with the last kick of the game, seconds away from a first victory in the Euros.
      If either of these teams want to make it out of the group, they still have plenty to do.
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      Over the duration of the game, you would have to say that the draw was probably a fair result.
      Not that many Slovenian fans will agree with that.
      They were moments away from a memorable victory.

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      The referee brings the game to a close.
      Jovic’s header keeps their dream alive of qualifying from the group.
      That late equaliser puts a different spin on the England game later now.
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      90+6. What drama in the Allianz Arena.
      As the corner is swung in, Jovic angles a glancing header into the bottom corner.
      Slovenia’s players look devastated.
      Copy linkCopiedGoal – Luka Jovic (Serbia)
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      90+4. The pitch is starting to look Glastonbury on the Monday afternoon post-event.
      Serbia’s fans are not happy with losing this one that is for sure.
      Flares are going off behind Oblak’s goal now.
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      90+2. It is batten down the hatches time for Slovenia.
      Jovic is shown a yellow card for trying to tear the ball from Slovenian hands.
      As the cross comes in, he tries an elaborate overhead kick but the ball trickles through to Oblak.
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      90. Another cross is swung into the box but once again the quality is poor as it runs straight through to Oblak.
      He falls on the ball and looks to take some time out of the game.
      We are going to have five added minutes.
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      88. The Serbia fans are launching empty plastic pint glasses at the Slovenia player taking a throw in.
      All of the ground around him looks like most parents’ houses the morning after some crazy house party.
      UEFA should do something about this, it is not what we want to see.
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      86. Slovenia are having to deal with a barrage of crosses and shots.
      Oblak punches clear once again and the follow up shot is brilliantly blocked by a sliding challenge.
      This is great defending from the Slovenians.
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      84. Serbia win a free kick deep in the Slovenia half.
      Chance to put a dangerous cross into the box for Mitrovic.
      Oblak gets a glancing fingertip to it and almost sends it towards his own goal.
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      82. Samardzic tries his luck from the edge of the box.
      It is not a million miles away from the far post but Oblak had it covered all the way.
      Slovenia are having to withstand some pressure now.
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      80. Serbia continue to pass the ball around, patiently trying to create something.
      As we saw in the Croatia game yesterday, these games can change in a matter of minutes if your concentration levels drop.
      Stojkovic makes another couple of changes in their desperate search for a goal.
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      78. Time is starting to run out for Dragan Stojkovic’s side.
      For Slovenia, it is all about game management now.
      Holding onto the ball and making Serbia chase the game.
      Karnicnik shoots from outside the box but it goes narrowly wide of the far post.
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      76. Slovenia make some changes to try and hold onto their lead.
      Serbia continue to pepper the box with crosses but they just cannot find the back of the net.
      As Slovenia break once again, they have Serbia stretched but the keeper manages to retrieve the ball.
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      74. What a result this would be for Matjaz Kek’s side.
      It would put them within touching distance of the knockout phase.
      Serbia are awarded a free in a dangerous position outside the box.
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      72. What a chance for Serbia to equalise.
      As the ball is swung in, it falls perfectly to Mitrovic six yards from goal.
      He hits it on the half volley but it takes the slightest of deflections off the goalscorer, thunders against the crossbar and comes back out into play.
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      70. It was a great ball into the back post and right back got enough of a contact to send it into the bottom corner.
      That goal really opens this match up now.
      Serbia need to throw bodies forward now if they are going to find two goals to win this game.
      Copy linkCopiedGoal – Zan Karnicnik (Slovenia)
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      68. Stojanovic makes a great little run into the box.
      He goes down under a challenge, looking to the referee for a decision.
      As the replay shows, he went down a little too easily there and the referee agreed.
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      66. This is officially the longest we have gone without a goal in the game at Euro 2024.
      Not the sort of record either of these teams want to be associated with.
      Drajon Stojkovic is start to look more and more frustrated on the sideline.
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      64. Both teams opt to make some changes.
      Slovenia come on the attack but Stojanovic is dispossessed on the edge of the box.
      Serbia counter and Mitrovic fires a shot off well over the crossbar, much to the irritation of his manager.
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      Slovenia 1-1 Serbia: Late leveller hands England boost ahead of Denmark clash

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      SERBIAN football chiefs have threatened to withdraw from Euro 2024 – but the team doesn’t appear to be listening.A last-gasp equaliser gives the tournament’s angriest nation a fighting chance of reaching the last 16 with their first point so far.Luka Jovic celebrates after earning a pointCredit: ReutersSerbia badly needed a resultCredit: EPAJovic rose highest to nod home a cornerCredit: EPAA header by AC Milan’s Luka Jovic sparked chaotic scenes in the crowd at Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena.The Group C match against their Balkan neighbours was played out against the backdrop of a political fallout.Serbian FA bosses slammed UEFA and said they were ready to take the squad home in protest at chants aimed at their country by rival Croatia and Albania fans in an earlier match.Serbian FA general secretary Jovan Surbatovic said: “What happened is scandalous and we will ask UEFA for sanctions, even at the cost of not continuing the competition.READ MORE ON EURO 2024″We will request UEFA to punish the federations of both teams. “We don’t want to participate in that, but if UEFA doesn’t punish them, we will think about how to proceed.”The row centres around simmering tensions following conflict in the area in the 1990s.There could yet be more controversy for the Serbian FA after Slovenian left-back Erik Janza was pelted with plastic cups lobbed by fuming Serbia fans in the closing stages.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSerbia sparked wild scenes with a late headerCredit: ReutersZan Karnicnik celebrates his openerCredit: GettyThe Slovenia star was left with a simple finishCredit: EPAFlares landed on the pitch and red smoke bombs clouded the air.But the heated atmosphere among the 75,000 crowd clearly paid off for the Serbs as they levelled with the last action of a game which grew in tempo as time went on.Slovenia looked to have secured victory with a breakaway goal thanks to an incredible run by right-back Zan Karnicnik with 21 minutes left.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYEngland fans chant ‘Phil Foden’s on fire’ in Frankfurt ahead of Three Lions vs DenmarkThe defender started and finished the move which began in the Slovenian half. His neat tap-in on the end of a cross looked like it would be enough.A series of great saves by Slovenia keeper Jan Oblak and a string of missed chances by Serbian ex-Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic also appeared to sound the death knell on their chances of staying in.The powerful centre forward hit the bar, headed just wide, scuffed shots and had two shots saved by Atletico Madrid’s renowned No1.With one point it is still unlikely Serbia will progress and conceding a late equaliser will knock Slovenian confidence as they prepare to meet England in their final Group C match next Tuesday.Aleksandar Mitrovic reacts after a missed chanceCredit: AFPBenjamin Sesko fired over in an edgy first halfCredit: AP More

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      France stars play mid-Euro 2024 friendly as former Chelsea target scores hat-trick in thumping

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      FRANCE stars were involved in a rare mid-tournament friendly ahead of their Euro 2024 clash with the Netherlands on Friday.The French thrashed German second division side Paderborn’s U21s 7-0 – with former Chelsea target Bradley Barcola netting a hat-trick.Former Chelsea target Bradley Barcola starred in France’s mid-tournament friendly this weekCredit: GettyDidier Deschamps made sure players who didn’t feature in France’s 1-0 victory over Austria got in plenty of game time this week.In fact, the French boss played all the members of the squad who sat on the bench Austria. Paris Saint-Germain forward Barcola, 21, opened the scoring with an individual effort from the left flank.Some sloppy play at the back allowed Randal Kolo Muani to tap home, before Barcola netted his second.  read more football newsBayern Munich’s Kingsley Coman scored from long-range, before Barcola scored arguably the best goal of the game.Facing two defenders, he knocked the ball around the outside of one opponent, to squeeze between another two, before chipping the goalkeeper.Barcola, who was also linked with a move to Liverpool last year, can play on both wings or as a striker.With both Chelsea and Liverpool interested, PSG nabbed him for £38m.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSYoussouf Fofana added a sixth before Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate finished off the scoring with a powerful header. Barcola might have won his chance to play a few games in the group stages, after Kylian Mbappe was forced off with a broken nose against Austria. Sun Sport’s Jack Rosser gives update on Mbappe and how France could line up without talismanMbappe, 25, will miss France’s game against Netherlands, but is yet to be ruled out of their final group fixture against Poland.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYSoccer Football – Euro 2024 – France Training – Paderborn Arena, Paderborn, Germany – June 19, 2024 France’s Kylian Mbappe is seen with nose plasters as he speaks to coach Didier Deschamps during training REUTERS/Kacper PempelCredit: Reuters More

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      Meet the amazing Wags of Netherlands, from a model booker to an interior designer and swimwear creator

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      NETHERLANDS have gone under the radar when people talk about favourites for the Euros.An injury to star man Frenkie de Jong didn’t help matters.AnneKee Molenaar is one of the leading Wags for the Netherlands teamBlonde beauty AnneKee is a model who now lives in Germany with her football beauMatthijs de Ligt and his partner Annekee attend Bavarian beer festival OktoberfestHowever, with a resurgent Virgil van Dijk partnered by veteran Stefan De Vrij at the back they won’t let many goals in.And with Arsenal and Man Utd target Xavi Simons pulling the strings, they’re sure to be a threat up top.Whatever happens, they will by ably supported by their beautiful partners.From a model to an interior designer, meet the Dutch Wags cheering on their Euro 2024 stars.Read more football newsAnnekee MolenaarWith nearly 500,000 followers on Instagram, blonde stunner AnneKee is hugely popular.She is the wife of Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt, and they have dated since 2018.AnneKee is a model, while her brother is also a professional footballer. Jip Molenaar turns out for Telstar.The pair walked down the aisle this month.Most read in Euro 2024Kaylee AkeBack in 2022, Kaylee and Nathan Ake finally said their ‘I do’s’ in a romantic ceremony in Majorca.The pair are believed to be childhood sweethearts after meeting as teenagers in their native Netherlands.England Wags Instagram Rich ListThe same year they walked down the aisle, they also welcomed a daughter together.Brunette beauty Kaylee has own swimwear brand called Jua June, which makes bikinis from recycled plastics.Kaylee Ake is a swimwear designer who lives in the UK with football husbandBrunette beauty Kaylee is the childhood sweetheart of Man City ace Nathan AkeKaylee and Ake said their ‘I do’s’ in 2022 in MajorcaNoa van der BijCody Gakpo’s stunning model missus has settled into UK life since his £37million move to Liverpool.Noa is a junior booker for Cachet Models ever since completing her studies in management at Avans University of Applied Sciences.The blonde is busy on social media and boasts over 43,000 followers on Instagram.And she appears to be very much into the high life as she has posted photos of her in various exotic places, such as Monaco, Ibiza, Saint Tropez and Curacao.Noa van der Bij is a Dutch girl at heart but has settled into UK lifeGorgeous Noa works as a model booker for a talent agencyNoa enjoys the high-life with Liverpool ace Cody GakpoDoina TurcanuItalian interior designer Doina is the other half of Inter Milan defender Stefan de Vrij.She runs her own studio called Behance in Milan and has many high-profile clients.They began dating in 2017, and she is his greatest fan.When Inter won Serie A, she posted a snap on Instagram celebrating winning the title with her man on the San Siro pitchDoina Turcanu is an interior designer by tradePretty Doina runs her own studio out of Milan and has many high-profile clientsDoina’s other half is Inter Milan legend Stefan de VrijChantalle SchilderLast month, Joey Veerman’s missus Chantalle got Liverpool’s fans talking.The blonde stunner fuelled rumours that her beau could be Arne Slot’s first signing at the club.She shared a snap of their son Frenkie dressed head to toe in a Reds strip.Could we be see more of this pair on our shores? Watch this space.Blonde stunner Chantalle Schilder shows off her amazing bikini body on the beachChantalle got Liverpool fans talking when she shared a photo on Instagram of her son in a Reds kitFans speculated if her partner Joey Veerman was going to be Arne Slot’s first signingNetherlands 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

      Rike NootgedagtRike was a sales manager, until she met Virgil van Dijk in 2013.They soon moved to Glasgow together when he signed for Celtic and she has followed him on his football journey ever since.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe is a very private person, and keeps her personal life out of the public eye.Rike and Virgil have two daughters, Nila and Jadi.Rike Nooitgedagt was a sales manager when she met Virgil van Dijk in 2013Rike is a very private person and doesn’t reveal much about her life with van DijkLast month, van Dijk and Rike were spotted taking in the Monaco Grand Prix More

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      Germany striker Niclas Fullkrug takes dig at England superstar Jude Bellingham in live TV interview at Euro 2024

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      NICLAS FULLKRUG aimed a dig at Jude Bellingham after being asked about the England superstar.The Borussia Dortmund striker, 31, signed for the Bundesliga side last summer in the wake of Bellingham’s exit for Real Madrid.Niclas Fullkrug was asked about Jude Bellingham last nightCredit: HaytersBellingham, 20 produced a match-winning performance against SerbiaCredit: RexFollowing Germany’s 2-0 win over Hungary, during which Fullkrug came off the bench, the burly forward was asked about Bellingham in the mixed zone.Quizzed if the 20-year-old has “impressed” him, Fullkrug shrugged and shook his head.He then responded “impressed me not” – before giving a cheeky grin.Bellingham was the standout performer as England beat Serbia 1-0 in Gelsenkirchen last Sunday.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The midfielder headed home the Three Lions’ winner on 13 minutes, and had fans and pundits purring with his confident display.Among those to gush over Bellingham’s display was SunSport columnist Jack Wilshere.He wrote: “Why I love Bellingham, and why I think the whole country loves Bellingham, is the way he takes hold of games.”He probably sensed that’s what was needed. If he comes low, that leaves space in the No 10 position for Foden.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”They didn’t combine against Serbia as much as you would like. But you could see that they were looking for each other.”That’s what happens when two players with a really high understanding of the game play together.”Inside England star Jude Bellingham’s diet and fitness regime to score Euro 2024 win EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYFollowing the narrow win over Serbia, Bellingham said of himself: “Jude Bellingham is made up of amazing people.”It’s not just me. It’s because I have such a great support network – my family, my friends, my team-mates. Playing football is the easiest part.”I have got used to getting into the box, getting wide and trying to do that. I got into that habit at Madrid and I wanted to carry my form into the Euros.”It’s a great start for me personally to get my confidence up, and to help the lads get the win is the most important thing.”Fullkrug, meanwhile, has been a substitute in both of Germany’s matches at Euro 2024 thus far.He rose from the bench in their opener against Scotland, netting in the 5-1 win.The forward then replaced Kai Havertz in the 58th minute of last night’s triumph over Hungary. More

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      Can my boss stop me taking time off work to watch England in the Euros? Your rights explained in full

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      A HR expert has explained your rights if you want to take time off to watch England during Euro 2024.Neil Finegan, from distance learning provider, DLC Training, has revealed whether you can face disciplinary actions or even get fired as a result.England fans in Leeds head to the pub before the Denmark game tonightCredit: NB PRESS LTDEngland fans before the match at the Frankfurt Arena in GermanyCredit: PAFans of England pose for a photo while wearing replica crowns and big earsCredit: GettyEngland fans in Römerberg Square in FrankfurtCredit: Jeremy SelwynIt comes as excited England fans downed pints today as they packed out a square in Germany ahead of tonight’s Three Lions game.Mr Finegan told the Express: “As long as you follow the dedicated sick leave policy in your workplace, it’s very difficult for a business to sack you, even if you call in sick following a sporting event like the Euros.”So if you are genuinely ill, and need to take time off work to recover, make sure to do this as much in advance as you can, and check to see whether your workplace requires a doctor’s note, or return to work assessment.”He went on to say, however, that businesses will be well aware that some of these absences might “hangover-related”.Read more Sports NewsHe said: “If your colleagues have access to your social media and see you cheering on the match, they might raise suspicions about the integrity of your sick leave, and you could face disciplinary action, as this would be considered a conduct issue.”Annual leave requests for today have shot up by 123 per cent while other fans are working from home to ensure they finish in time.Some firms are closing their doors early with millions predicted to pull a sickie tomorrow to nurse their sore heads.Cheering supporters have turned Germany’s bars and fan zones into a sea of red and white for the Euros clash with Denmark.Most read in FootballFans are already packing out pubs to settle their nerves as Gareth Southgate’s men hope to secure a last-16 spot.The travelling supporters watched a cagey first half between their group C rivals Serbia and Slovenia.Germany striker Niclas Fullkrug takes dig at England superstar Jude Bellingham in live TV interview at Euro 2024A draw between the two teams would see England through top of their group – if they can beat the Danes tonight.Supporters were seen cooling off in Romerberg Square’s Fountain of Justice while others draped St George’s flags over themselves.Some fans played with a football to a cheering crowd as they soaked up the atmosphere.Prince William is among supporters who have headed to Frankfurt to cheer on the Three Lions.The 5pm kick-off time means a race against time for office workers in England so they don’t miss a second of the action – although millions are predicted to leave early. More

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      Watch Denmark fans taunt England supporters with cheeky chants as they march together ahead of Euro 2024 clash

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      DENMARK 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.Denmark fans aimed a cheeky song at EnglandCredit: TNT SPORTSThousands of Danes were heading to the match against EnglandCredit: The SunThey chanted ‘It’s never coming home’Credit: The SunFans continued to chant as they entered the Deutsche Bank ParkCredit: The SunA 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.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The fans also snag another lewd chant: “You can stick your f*****g tea bags up your a***.”Fans reacted to the videos on social media.One posted: “They think they are funny.”A second commented: “Pretty bold for a team that’s never won it, wouldn’t you say?”Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSA third wrote: “Cos it’s going to Denmark anytime soon?”A fourth said: “The funny thing is…..they’re probably right.”SunSport’s Latest Euro 2024 headlinesAnother added: “Sadly, they’re right.England won their opening match of Euro 2024 as they beat Serbia 1-0 in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday.Serbia have since threatened to walk away from the tournament after vile chants by Albania and Croatia.Denmark drew their fixture in Germany 1-1 against Slovenia at the MHPArena.Some Denmark fans had more lewder chantsCredit: xThey sang about teaCredit: xEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      What happened to the five nations who quit tournaments before as Serbia threaten to pull out of Euro 2024

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      SERBIA have threatened to withdraw from Euro 2024 over alleged chants from Croatia and Albania fans.But what happened to the FIVE other nations who previously quit tournament football?Serbia have threatened to quit Euro 2024 if Uefa fail to do deal with chantsCredit: AFPSerbia claim supporters from their two fellow Balkan nations chanted “kill, kill, kill the Serb” during yesterday’s 2-2 draw 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 England’s first-round opponents have even threatened to walk away from Euro 2024 altogether if no action is taken.As the battle with Uefa carries on, SunSport takes a look at the five other teams that have pulled out of major tournaments in the past.Read more football newsScotland – 1950The Scots withdrew from the 1950 World Cup in Brazil prior to the group stages beginning.Before qualification, George Graham, secretary of the Scottish Football Association (SFA), said that Scotland would only travel as winners of the Home Championship.The Home Championship was an annual footie competition contested between England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland – and was used as a qualification group for the 1950 World Cup.After England won, and Scotland finishing second, Graham refused to change his position and so withdrew the Scots.Most read in Euro 2024England’s Best and Worst KitsScotland went onto make their World Cup debut in 1954, and made it four Euros at Euro 2024Credit: RexTurkey – 1950Turkey withdrew from the 1950 tournament as a result of financial concerns and it being unlikely they’d make it out of the group stage. Like Scotland, it would have been their first outing on the World Cup stage but they would make it to the 1954 in Switzerland.Austria – 1938Austria did not withdraw themselves exactly, but were shunned out of the 1938 World Cup.The country was forced to ‘withdraw’ due to being occupied by Nazi Germany at the time.They made it all the way to the semi-finals at the previous World Cup, but Italy went on to lift the trophy in 1938.Italy went onto to win the 1938 World CupCredit: AFP – GettyIndia – 1950The only team that has pulled out and not gone on to feature in the World Cup since. India cancelled their trip to Brazil in 1950 after it was claimed they were told they were unable to play barefoot.However, the actual reason was due to disagreements with team selection.READ MORE SUN STORIESFrance – 1950France were another team that refused to play at the 1950 World Cup.They too withdrew due to the small chances they’d make a significant impact in the finals.France went onto crash out of the semi final against winners Brazil in the 1958 World CupCredit: AFPEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More