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      Scotland fans’ relief as Euro 2024 adventure goes on after Swiss draw

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      THE Tartan Army breathed a sigh of relief after a nerve-shredding draw with Switzerland kept Scotland in the Euros.Steve Clarke’s team knew defeat was not an option and battled like warriors in Cologne to take progression into the next round down to Sunday’s last game.Scotland fans packed the stadium to cheer on the teamCredit: PAThe Tartan Army can breath a sigh of reliefCredit: GettyTens of thousands of fans packed into the stadium to cheer on the teamCredit: AFPScotland’s goal sent waves of joy through the packed standsCredit: PAMore than 10,000 footsoldiers packed into the RheinEnergieStadion to will their heroes on to a historic victory and a chance at glory — just days after the 5-1 thrashing by hosts Germany.And they got off to a dream start when, after a quick counter-attack,  Scott McTominay fired a shot at goal that was diverted into his own  net by Swiss defender Fabian Schar after 13 minutes in.That sent the hordes of travelling fans in the stands into raptures before they celebrated with chants of “No Scotland, No Party”.Unfortunately,  Scotland’s lead only lasted 12 minutes. Switzerland’s Xherdan Shaqiri took advantage of a defensive blunder to fire in a stunning equaliser. Our Bravehearts were dealt another blow 15 minutes into the second half when defender Kieran Tierney had to be carried off with a hamstring injury.And in a nailbiting end to the Group A match, the Swiss had two goals disallowed while Scotland’s Grant Hanley hit the post.The 1-1 draw means we can go through to the knockout stages of a major tournament for the first time ever if we can beat Hungary in Stuttgart on Sunday.An estimated 200,000 Scots have descended on Germany for the competition — with at least 60,000 flocking to Cologne as the national side looked to recover from the 5-1 drubbing at the hands of the hosts in the opener. And fans in the city were buzzing that the draw kept our qualification hopes alive.Most read in Euro 2024Ray Burnie, from Auchterarder, Perthshire, celebrated a 62nd birthday to remember. He told The Scottish Sun: “I’ll take a draw because we are still in the tourney and we can aim for third place.“It gives the game on Sunday meaning, that’s what we wanted.Euros fans left stunned by ‘spine-tingling’ Flower of Scotland national anthem rendition “Hopefully, this will give us the momentum we need.”Stuart Robertson, 66, a retired franchise manager and dad of three from Dundee, said: “It’s not the worst result in the world.“Realistically, it’s probably the best we can hope for. It keeps us alive in the tournament.” Andrew Bell, 66, a grandad of six and former NHS estates manager from Kirkcaldy, Fife, said: “If we progress a bit, we’re happy.New YouTube channelSubscribe to our new Scottish Sun Sport YouTube channel for all the latest football news, views and videos as Scotland heads to the Euros.
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      “We drew, so we’re still in it with everything to play for.”Jim Bell, 64, from Dundee, said: “A draw gives us light at the end of the tunnel and we can go into the next one against Hungary knowing a win will do.”Ewan Burnie, 28, also from Auchterarder, said: “The result gives us something to believe in and hope in and that’s what we really want.”Darren Bonner, 43, from Glasgow, said: “It’s like the Grand Old Duke of York — neither up nor down.“But  we’re still here and that’s the buzz.” Scott Davie, 44, from Glasgow, said: “We go into the last game with everything to play for.”The national side could be on the way to make historyCredit: AFPThere is just one more game in the group stagesCredit: RexFans will cheer on the team when they play Hungary in their final group stage matchCredit: AFPJohn McIntosh, 62, an engineer and a dad of two from Dundee, said: “It’s all going to come down to the Hungary game.”Gordon Larkins, 57, a dad of two and business analyst who lives near Bath, Somerset, told how he is originally from Glasgow.He said: “We’re still in it — and that’s the main thing.”His son Cameron, 22, an economics graduate, said: “I think a draw was the most realistic score we could have hoped for.”A draw gives us light at the end of the tunnel”Jim Bell“Now we can beat Hungary and we can qualify with four points.”Earlier, the Tartan Army piled into Cologne’s town square and packed the steps of its famous cathedral seven hours before kick-off, with bagpipers entertaining the friendly locals by playing in front of a giant Saltire.Others were left frustrated due to train delays — with fans chanting: “Are you ScotRail in disguise?”The thousands without tickets crammed into the 7,500-capacity Heumarkt fan zone and the Tanzbrunnen public viewing area, which had room for 12,500 people.Scotland were handed a boost when Germany secured their passage into the next round with a 2-0 victory over Hungary at the MHPArena in Stuttgart.Supporters in Scotland: ‘We’ve got a chance!’SUPPORTERS packed out fanzones across Scotland to cheer on their heroes in Germany.Punters made a beeline for a number of bars and venues to make sure they never missed a second of the crunch tie against Switzerland.In The Tennent’s Lager fanzone in Merchant Square, Glasgow, fans went crazy when Scott McTominay put us ahead.Fans go wild in the Glasgow fanzone in Merchant SquareCredit: Tom FarmerHundreds of supporters in blue came out to cheer the teamCredit: Tom FarmerThe Three Sisters in Edinburgh was also packed full of Scotland fansFans Lucy Sargent and Nina Hegarty cheer on the teamAnd everyone was delighted that the nation still has hopes to qualify.Rachael McLaren, 19, Paisley, a dentistry student, said: “I’m happy. It means we are still in with a chance.”Lucy Layden, 18, from Paisley who is a social sciences student, said: “It’s a decent result. It’s a step in the right direction after the Germany game.”Erin McLaren, 19, Paisley, who is studying chemical engineering, added: “It’s a decent result. We did our best.”Lewis Cuthbertson, 21, from Lesmahagow, Lanarkshire, a graduate in accountancy and finance, said: “I’m pretty content with a draw. It means we still have a chance and it is all to play for against Hungary.””It’s a step in the right direction after the Germany game.”Lucy LaydenTatiana Duzy, 19, an Optometry student from Carluke, Lanarkshire, said: “I’m disappointed we haven’t won but at least we got a point in the game. It means we aren’t out and still in with a chance.”John McCarthy, 32, a writer from Glasgow, said: “That’s not a bad result. “We still have a chance in this tournament, and it means it is all to play for against Hungary.”Alan Cuthbert, 54, Hamilton, a retired spirits manufacturer, said: “I feel hopeful we have a chance in this tournament and maybe cause an upset.””We still have a chance in this tournament”John McCarthyAnd in the Three Sisters pub in Edinburgh fans were buzzing throughout the match.Lucy Garden, 18, a student said: “It will be amazing if we can qualify. I think the team has done exceptionally well to get to this stage.“Friday was a disaster, but we need to look forward. I think we have a chance of qualifying. But no matter what happens we still party.“The game tonight was excellent and the boys played well.”Connor Cockburn, 22, a stonemason from Edinburgh said: “We done a lot better than we did on Friday. The boys played well and were holding onto the ball and our possession was good.“These boys are under extreme pressure and they are doing us proud.Wild scenes in Edinburgh after McTominay’s goalSaltires in Glasgow as the Swiss clash got underway“The squad is much more confident tonight. There is a lot riding on the next game to ensure we do enough to qualify.”Jack Simpson, 37, an admin worker from Fife said: “We played really well and deserved to take something from the game.“It is like a totally different squad from the game against Germany. We are now playing with some belief and passion.“Fingers crossed we can do the business on Sunday.””We were back playing the excellent football that we can.”Rosie CrawfordRosie Crawford, 47, a cleaner from Edinburgh said: “I watched the game on Friday and what a difference it was.“We were back playing the excellent football that we can.“There was some slack passing that resulted in them scoring. That needs stopped if are to qualify.”Simon Atkinson, 43, a lorry driver from Hawick, Roxburghshire, said: “I have every confidence that we can still qualify.“We got off to a terrible start and we need to do better if we are to stay in the competition.”READ MORE SUN STORIESLaura Jackson, 25, a student from Edinburgh added: “The players have given their all for their country and that is all we can ask.“They have given us some great memories. We can still qualify and I am sure we will.” More

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      ‘You’re not Steve Clarke, I’m Steve Clarke’ – Scotland boss left baffled by journalist’s bizarre press conference claim

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      IT’S been a long few days for Scotland’s players, fans and the media alike.And for one journalist in particular, it seems like the build-up to the Switzerland clash left him a tad confused!Scott McTominay scored as Scotland kept their Euro 2024 dreams aliveCredit: GettySteve Clarke was left baffled in his post-match media conferenceCredit: SKY SPORTSA journalist’s bizarre claim had the manager bemusedCredit: SKY SPORTSThe moment had the media room in stitchesCredit: SKY SPORTSSteve Clarke’s men kept their hopes of progressing out of their Euro 2024 group alive with a 1-1 draw against the Swiss in Cologne.Scott McTominay opened the scoring early on before Xherdan Shaqiri levelled things up with a stunning strike.The point means that if Scotland beat Hungary in the final group match on Sunday, it SHOULD be enough to secure a place in the last 16.Friday’s 5-1 thumping to Germany came as a shock to the system, with the manner of the defeat deflating for all concerned.And it’s been a hectic five days heading into the Cologne showdown with Switzerland.The drama seemed to to be a little bit too much for one member of the Scottish media – who left Clarke baffled in the post-match press conference!Asking his question, the reporter introduced himself as: “Steve Clarke from The Guardian.”Blissfully unaware of his slip-up, he continues on to begin his question.Most read in Euro 2024The baffled Scotland manager then hilariously interrupts, telling the reporter: “You’re not Steve Clarke, I’m Steve Clarke!”You getting confused?”Gary Lineker accused of ‘laughing at Scotland’ as Frank Lampard accuses BBC presenter of having a dig at Steve Clarke’s sideThere’s a roar of laughter throughout the media room as the journalist asks: “What did I say? Sorry!”Clarke then quips: “Has he been out?”The Scotland manager then finally tells him: “You’re name’s Ewan!”It turns out that the reporter in question was The Guardian’s Ewan Murray.And he saw the funny side.Sky Sports clipped up the hilarious moment for their social media channels, with Murray sharing it on his own X feed.Go Ballistic – SunSport’s new podcastSUNSPORT is going Ballistic with the launch of our brilliant new podcast.
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      He posted it alongside a series of facepalm and laughing emojis.It’s a somewhat ironic situation given that Murray himself is regularly confused with Sky Sports commentator – and almost namesake – Ewen Murray.Punters at home regularly send Murray messages about Sky’s coverage, which he’s known to respond to ‘in character’ as the voice of Sky’s golf coverage.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe replied to a punter on X saying: “Just call me Clarkey.””You’re not Steve Clarke, I’m Steve Clarke” 😂A few laughs post-match as a journalist accidently introduces himself as the Scotland boss 🤭 pic.twitter.com/hPJsl8sP3a— Sky Sports Scotland (@ScotlandSky) June 19, 2024

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      England fans’ must read guide to Frankfurt ahead of Euro 2024 clash vs Denmark including best drinking spots

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      ENGLAND fans are swarming to Frankfurt in their tens of thousands for Thursday’s Euro 2024 clash with Denmark.So SunSport has produced a must read city guide for every Three Lions supporter – including the best places to have a beer!England fans are descending on Frankfurt in their tens of thousandsAnd they will be desperate for a good time and an England winSo SunSport has produced this fans’ guide to Frankfurt which every travelling England supporter must readFrankfurt is the financial capital of Germany and home to Bundesliga giants Eintracht Frankfurt.And die-hard fan Basti Roth provided SunSport with expert local knowledge all England supporters should know.From fan zones and must see tourist attractions, to traditional German eateries and the best pubs (of course!), we’ve got you covered…Fan zoneSunSport says: The official Frankfurt fan zone will be on the spectacular northern bank of the River Main.read more on EnglandThe 1.5km stretch of grass sits between the Holbeinsteg and Friedensbrucke bridges – which fans launched themselves into the river from during the 2006 World Cup.Vast screens dotted along the bank, plus one which sits in the water, will make for a perfect place to watch all the live Euro 2024 games – including England vs Denmark if you haven’t got a ticket.The fan zone is just a short walk from Frankfurt’s main station – from where you can get a six minute train to the Deutsche Bank Park stadium.If you have not got a ticket, what better place to watch the Three Lions than with thousands of your fellow fans at this stunning riverside spot.Most read in Euro 2024There are also plenty of pop up food and drink stalls to keep you energised…The Frankfurt fan zone has a giant TV screen floating on the River MainEngland supporters also flocked to the hotspot during the 2006 World CupThe fan zone will show every game of the Euros LIVEEngland fans party in Frankfurt 24 hours ahead of Euro clash with DenmarkStadiumSunSport says: Eintracht Frankfurt’s 58,000 seater Deutsche Bank Park will host England at a major tournament for the second time in 18 years when they meet Denmark on Thursday. But Three Lions fans would be forgiven for forgetting that World Cup 2006 opener.England staggered past Paraguay 1-0 thanks to Carlos Gamarra heading David Beckham’s free-kick into his own net after three minutes.Eintracht Frankfurt finished sixth in the Bundesliga last season.And they beat Barcelona and West Ham on the way to winning the 2022 Europa League final with a win over Rangers on penalties. Chelsea and Arsenal have also visited the ground – also known as the Waldstadion – in Europe in recent years. The stadium was originally opened in 1925.But the most recent renovation, in 2005, cost £127million and saw a retractable roof added. Eintracht have some of the loudest and most passionate fans in Europe.And Gareth Southgate will hope the travelling masses of Three Lions fans can emulate them and drown out their Danish counterparts.England play Denmark in their second Euro 2024 game on Thursday in Eintracht Frankfurt’s 58,000 seat stadiumDeutsche Bank Park had a £127m revamp in 2005 where a retractable roof was addedEngland beat Paraguay 1-0 in their World Cup 2006 opener in the same stadiumBest place for England fans to gatherBasti says: “The area around the River Main.”England fans discovered it during the 2006 World Cup because they were jumping off of all the bridges [into the water].”So some supporters who are a little older will remember that area.”But definitely there because you have the city nearby as well as the old town. Fans will have everything around them.”Frankfurt is a very small town so you can reach everything.”SunSport says: The official fan zone is an amazing central spot to hang out and watch football. Unlike the Gelsenkirchen one which was out of town. But the riverside views are amazing and also you are just around the corner from the historic Romer market which will also be packed with England fans.The sprawling square is surrounded by some iconic traditional German buildings. And both the fan zone and the Romer are easy spots to reach the stadium from on public transport.England fans were seen jumping off bridges into the River Main during the 2006 World Cup in Germany
      The historic Romer market square will be a main gathering point for England fans
      Best pubs for England fans in Frankfurt Basti says: “There are many local pubs in the main central station area. “So I would recommend Yok Yok Eden which is a more relaxed, fun, open air spot where you can get nice drinks, good cocktails and decent beers.”And on the corner right outside the main station is O’Reilly’s Irish pub which is perfect for watching the Euro 2024 games before England play Denmark.”SunSport says: O’Reilly’s is ideal for England fans and will be packed to the rafters. But it is in a perfect location – you can’t miss it as you walk out of Frankfurt’s main train station. The service is good, there is inside and outside seats and you can get a bacon cheeseburger, fries and a pint of Guinness for just 20 euros.At least you could a couple of weeks before the Euros… O’Reilly’s Irish bar is right outside Frankfurt’s main station and is a great place to watch live footballYok Yok Eden is a far more relaxed outdoor bar a little off the beaten track
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      Basti says: “If you’re in Frankfurt you have to try some local food. “And the best spots here for traditional fare are Apfelwein Wagner and Gemalten Haus. “They are traditional Frankfurt restaurants. where you can get traditional German food.”SunSport’s local guide recommends this spot for traditional German foodFrankfurt favourite ‘Green Sauce’ is a speciality at Apfelwein WagnerMust try German beerBasti says: ” I don’t drink a lot of beer. “You might think that’s a surprise for a German man but as I said, we’re not Germans we’re Frankfurters and we drink Apfelwein. “It’s like cider, and if you come here you have to taste it.”SunSport says: We know people say Guinness is not the same outside of Ireland. But the black stuff they served in O’Reilly’s was pretty damn close.Apfelwein is similar to cider and many Frankfurters prefer it to lagerSunSport says the Guinness in O’Reilly’s is almost as good as the black stuff in IrelandMust try German foodBasti says: “Frankfurter sausages are not really a local food.”England fans should try Grüner Soße which translates to green sauce.”It’s made from seven different herbs and you can eat it with potatoes and eggs – or if you want meat, schnitzel! “Order Frankfurter Schnitzel from Apfelwein Wagner or Gemalten Haus and you’ll get your green sauce.”Frankfurt speciality ‘Green Sauce’ is made from seven different herbs and often served with potatoes, eggs and schnitzelMust see tourist attractionBasti says: “I would say you have to go to the historic Römer in the old town. “That’s where Eintracht Frankfurt celebrated their European Cup win. “So you have to see it even as an England fan.”Eintracht fans celebrate their 2022 Europa League victory at the historic Romer market square which has been a popular gathering point for football supporters for decadesFun fact about FrankfurtBasti says: “Frankfurt is a very international city and the people here do not identify as German.”They identify as Frankfurters and they come from all around the world. READ MORE SUN STORIES”You have influences from Turkey and Arabia, everywhere!”When you come to Frankfurt you don’t come to Germany you come to Frankfurt.” More

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      I’ve renamed my pub after West Ham winger Jarrod Bowen for the Euros & even added a new sign

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      A PUB has renamed itself after West Ham winger Jarrod Bowen for the Euros — replacing all its signage for the duration of the tournament.The Wheatsheaf in Chelmsford, Essex, has become the Jarrod Bow Inn to mark his selection after four-fifths of punters voted for it in a poll.Punter Emma Lock, 37, above with pal, said: ‘It is exactly the kind of stuff you want to see during the Euros’Credit: Peter JordanOwner Paul Kelly, 53, said: ‘I’m a Gooner so I didn’t enjoy sticking up the signs but when it comes to England we’re all in it together’Credit: Peter JordanThe Jarrod Bow Inn – with its new sign for the EurosCredit: Peter JordanOwner Paul Kelly, 53, said: “I’m a Gooner so I didn’t enjoy sticking up the signs but when it comes to England we’re all in it together.”Punter Emma Lock, 37, added: “It is exactly the kind of stuff you want to see during the Euros.”Residents of Bellingham in Northumberland, meanwhile, have adopted starman Jude as their own ahead of tonight’s clash against Denmark. Villager Les Armstrong, 87, said: “He’d be made mayor if he visited here.”READ MORE ON EURO 2024Meanwhile in Germany, the bad weather has forced Uefa into making a late decision regarding England’s upcoming Euro 2024 clash.The Three Lions face Denmark looking to confirm their place in the knockouts with a victory in Frankfurt on Thursday.However, the Group C showdown at the Waldstadion will be played with the stadium roof closed due to stormy conditions in the city.Uefa made the decision today ahead of the clash, which will kick-off at 5pm UK time tomorrow.Most read in Euro 2024The roof of the Waldstadion was closed prior to Denmark’s players training on the pitch tonight.The rain storms have already put a dampener on Euro 2024.England injury blow as Luke Shaw is ruled OUT of Denmark clash with Man Utd star still training alone at Euro 2024 More

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      England Euro 2024 boost as Druid King Arthur vows to cast spell to power Three Lions to 2-0 victory over Denmark

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      DRUID King Arthur Pendragon will cast a summer solstice spell to power England to victory over Denmark at Euro 2024 tonight.His Stonehenge ceremony, set to pounding drums, will summon the spirits of the ancients to fire up Gareth Southgate’s heroes.Druid King Arthur Pendragon predicts 2-0 pain for the Danes in this evening’s crunch Euro 2024 clashCredit: Jon RowleyThe druid’s Stonehenge ceremony will summon the spirits of the ancients to fire up Gareth Southgate’s heroesCredit: PAThree Lions fan King Arthur, 69, of Salisbury, Wilts, said: “I’ll be sending special healing power to John Stones to get him fit to face the Danes. We’ll need our defence to be as strong as Stonehenge from now — so we definitely need Stones.“The spell will channel all of our country’s natural energy to help the Three Lions to a 2-0 victory.“Druids are like sorcerers and ancient wizards. We can direct ­natural energy — it’s very powerful and our boys will be able to pick up on it in Frankfurt.”Prince William, as President of the FA, will be among the ­stadium crowd — on the eve of his 42nd birthday.READ MORE ON EURO 2024And a third of fans are ­planning to dodge work to watch the Group C clash.King Arthur was born John Timothy Rothwell.A former soldier and biker-gang member, he changed his name by deed poll 37 years ago after becoming convinced he was a reincarnation of the mythical monarch.He and lionhearts across England are praying for an upsurge in form after Jude Bellingham starred in England’s laboured 1-0 win over Serbia on Sunday.Most read in Euro 2024Another win would secure England’s place in the knockout rounds.England fans’ must watch guide to Frankfurt ahead of Three Lions’ Euro 2024 clash vs DenmarkThe last time the Three Lions played on the summer solstice was a 0-0 draw with Slovakia at Euro 2016.They won 4-2 against Croatia at Euro 2004 on the longest day, but lost 2-1 to Brazil in the 2002 World Cup quarter-final.But King Arthur said: “The solstice can affect people in different ways. England might have been nervy in past solstice-day games, but the positive energy we send will help get the national team’s record back on track.“King Arthur and the ancients will be on our side. And if Gareth needs any more help, he can just give me a call.”Jude Bellingham fans were ready to cheer him on in front of a 12ft portrait in his hometownCredit: PAAround 15 million are expected to watch on BBC, the biggest tea-time TV rating of the year. Bosses are braced for a mid-afternoon rush for the door.The economy faces a £208million hit with workers leaving early or watching at desks, says the Office for National Statistics.Experts estimate 14 million staff will work from home, three million will take a day’s leave, and holiday rates will rocket by 123 per cent.HR boss Alan Price said: “It looks like Slope-off Thursday. The best advice for bosses to keep staff on side is to let them watch the game at work and make up lost working time later.” Pubs and supermarkets are set for a £100million bonanza.And data from the British Beer and Pub Association suggests ten million pints will be drunk in pubs and 13 million more at home.BEER BONANZAChief executive Emma McClarkin said: “Fans know there’s no better place to watch live than at the pub, so many will enjoy a post-work beer and cheer on England.”Yesterday thousands of England fans sang with Danes and had kickabouts in Frankfurt’s Romerburg Square. Only 10,000 England tickets were available through Uefa but many more supporters were expected to be among the crowd. Meanwhile, Bellingham fans were ready to cheer him on in front of a 12ft portrait in his hometown of Stourbridge, West Mids.The mural, by Brummie street artist Gent 48, appeared ahead of the Qatar World Cup in 2022.READ MORE SUN STORIESRev Andrew Sillis, 58, of nearby St Thomas’s Church, reckons England can go all the way.He said: “The whole world now knows of Jude Bellingham and his exceptional talent. We’re all really proud of him.”AND THESE SILLY STUNTS WON’T STOP THEM…
      By Alex West
      ECO-IDIOTS who sprayed Stonehenge with orange ­powdered paint were branded “disgraceful” by the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
      Two Just Stop Oil protesters attacked the Wilts world heritage site at midday — hours before thousands gathered to see in the summer solstice.
      The pair, named as Rajan Naidu, 73, and Niamh Lynch, 21, were arrested at the scene.
      Regular visitor Sean Moran, 64, said: “It was devastating. I was very angry.”
      English Heritage said experts were assessing the damage to the stones. More

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      Fans ‘gutted’ for Scotland star Kieran Tierney after Arsenal ace stretchered off during crunch Euro 2024 clash

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      SCOTLAND star Kieran Tierney’s Euro 2024 appears to be over after he was stretchered off against Switzerland.The Arsenal full-back, 27, suffered the injury around the hour mark of their crunch draw with the Swiss with the score locked at 1-1.Kieran Tierney’s Euro 2024 looks to be over after he suffered an injuryCredit: PAThe star went down in agony with what appeared to be a hamstring injuryCredit: RexTeam-mates quickly moved to console the devastated defenderCredit: RexA stretcher then carried him off as he covered his face with his handsCredit: APIt occurred when opposition forward Dan Ndoye spun the defender and raced away on goal only to fire off target.Just as he pulled the trigger, Tierney appeared to place his foot on the ground awkwardly as he tried to get back and looked to have hyper-extended his knee.And he soon fell to the turf in agony with what appeared to be a torn hamstring.Scotland medics raced on to the touch to treat him, but they were soon calling for a stretcher to take the devastated ace back to the dressing-room as Scott McKenna replaced him.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Tierney, who spent last season on loan in Spain at Real Sociedad, looked completely distraught as he was carried off as he covered his face with his hands while his team-mates tried to console him.And it did not take long for former players and fans to react to the crippling blow.Ex-Scotland striker Steven Thompson told BBC Sportsound: “He is done, he’s done his hamstring. This is terrible news for Scotland.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“That is really, really disappointing.”Most read in FootballEx Scotland winger Pat Nevin said on BBC Radio 5 Live: “Kieran Tierney’s game is done.Buckie for sale and Tartan Army super singing creates cracking Cologne atmosphere“He’s been injured enough times in his career to know when something has gone wrong. That’s his hamstring absolutely gone there.”Fans soon joined in as they offered their sympathies for the much-loved ace.One wrote: “This brought tears to my eyes, Tierney cannot catch a break.“Prayers for Kieran”Another commented: “This doesn’t look good for Tierney man. Lets hope he didn’t do his ACL there. Comeback stronger and better.”While a third wrote: “Oh no. Kieran Tierney. “That’s a full hamstring. Hyperextended and gone again. Poor guy feel so sorry for him.”The star has suffered two spells on the sidelines over the past season with hamstring injuries.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYTierney left boyhood club Celtic for Arsenal in 2019 and won the FA Cup during his first season there.But his first-team chances have reduced since Oleksandr Zinchenko and then Jurrien Timber arrived at the Emirates in the last two seasons.Just last August the Gunners reportedly wanted £30million for the former Celtic hero before they eventually allowed him to go out on loan.But he was hardly a roaring success during his 2023-24 loan with Sociedad, making only 14 LaLiga starts.READ MORE SUN STORIESArsenal are now willing to offload Tierney this summer for around £10m.However, a lengthy spell on the sidelines could scupper that.Arsenal have a tricky start to the season More

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      Scotland 1 Switzerland 1: Steve Clarke’s side keep Euro 2024 hopes alive as Scott McTominay scores in battling draw

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      SKIPPER Andy Robertson hailed Scotland’s response to their first-game thrashing and said: “That was more like us.”Steve Clarke’s side needed a huge performance to stay in the tournament after a 5-1 thrashing at the hands of Germany last week.Scotland earned a draw against SwitzerlandCredit: AFPXherdan Shaqiri equalised for Switzerland after Scott McTominay’s openerCredit: ReutersAnd Robertson was delighted with the character he and his team-mates showed as they grabbed a draw and breathed some life into their Group A chances.He said: “It was much more like us. Aggressive and on the front foot.“We got off to a better start. They had their chances but so did we and it was an open game.“We are a lot more happy with that and we could have scored. But we’ll take the draw and we take it to the last game which is all we could ask for.”READ MORE ON EURO 2024Scott McTominay’s deflected 13th-minute strike may have been cancelled out by a wonder goal from Xherdan Shaquiri after a bad mistake from Tony Ralston.Robertson added: “We made a mistake. But Tony Ralston was unbelievable after the mistake.“It was a difficult one for him but fair play to him for recovering.”This was a result and performance that gives the Scots a fighting chance of making it into the last 16 ahead of Sunday’s final group game with Hungary.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIt could have ended better, it could have been worse.But by the final whistle there wasn’t a Scotland supporter here or at home who could have asked for any more.Tartan Army begin march to stadium for Scotland’s game against SwitzerlandClarke is too stubborn to admit he got his line-up for the Germany game wrong.But picking Billy Gilmour for this one could be construed as an admission of guilt.Other than the forced change which saw Grant Hanley replace suspended Ryan Porteous, that was it.Clarke kept faith with the nine other players who played so miserably in Munich.Each and every one of them owed their manager for giving them a second chance.Just as they were in debt to the travelling Tartan Army and the millions more watching back home.Another half-hearted performance simply couldn’t be tolerated. To a man, they knew it.If they had any fear before kick-off, they left to behind in the changing room before they walked out.Because the way they started this game was night and day from last Friday night.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYThey deserved to go ahead after 13 minutes with the goal giving the travelling fans the moment they’d been waiting for.Sure, they saw their team hit the net in the Germany defeat.But the wild scenes of celebration when McTominay scored meant something so, so much more.The deflection off defender Fabian Schar helped it in on its way, of course it did.Chances are, Swiss goalkeeper Yann Sommer would have saved the shot from the Manchester United midfielder.But the build-up which saw Scotland break with so much purpose deserved that slice of luck.Gilmour’s touch at the beginning of the move was crucial.A split-second example of how he sees things differently from the vast majority of his team-mates. And has the technical ability to play the pass he envisages.The run from Andy Robertson saw him charge into the box before sliding a pass to Callum McGregor who also bust a gut get forward in support.Again, something that just didn’t happen in the first group game.For a moment it looked like the Celtic skipper had taken the momentum out of the attack when he chopped back onto his left foot.But when he played a cut-back for McTominay, he did the rest.The Swiss looked stunned.But they were to have their moment in the first-half to make it 1-1 in 26 minutes.Ralston will have had a sleepless night thinking about it.Over and over again, it must have churned around in his mind as he lay staring at the ceiling.And you can bet he still won’t be able to come up with an answer on what the hell he was doing.He wasn’t looking when he attempted to play a pass inside to centre-back Grant Hanley who had absolutely no idea the danger that was lurking.But still. No-one could legislate for the finish from Shaquiri.It was simply out of this world.Shaqiri’s goal was one to rememberCredit: GettyIf Angus Gunn didn’t cover himself in any glory at the Germany opener, here he was utterly blameless.The star of Switzerland had the precision of a Swiss-made watch as he found the top corner with inches to spare.It was just so galling from a Scotland point of view. Such a needless goal to concede.Clarke would have been forgiven for substituting Ralston there and then, the Celtic squad player clearly rattled by the costly lapse in concentration.Jack Hendry ran across to slap him on the back in a much needed show of support.But for the next ten minutes Ralston had to dig deep into his reserves of resilience just to stop himself from crumbling completely.Switzerland could have taken the lead before the breakThe had the ball in the Scotland net with a VAR check ruling out a strike from Dan Ndoye for off-side. Replays showed it couldn’t have been any closer.Scotland came out for the second half with renewed energy.The loss of Kieran Tierney after an hour – when he had to be carted off by stretcher with a hamstring injury – was a major blow.You sometimes feel that if he former Celtic defender didn’t have bad luck he wouldn’t have any luck at all.It was at that moment the Swiss passed up a brilliant chance to take the lead.In 67 minutes came the ‘what if’ moment for Scotland.From a Robertson free-kick, Hanley’s thumped a header off the post which could easily gone into the net.But it wasn’t to be.READ MORE SUN STORIESThankfully, too, neither was the cool finish from Swiss sub Breel Embolo in 82 minutes with a late off-side flag rightly going up after he clipped past Gunn.In the end, though, a draw was enough to keep Scotland’s group hopes alive.Kieran Tierney was stretchered off the pitchCredit: AP More

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      BABY Reindeer fans are convinced they spotted comic Richard Gadd has been spotted in the crowd at Scotland’s clash with Switzerland.The Scots comedian, 35, is rumoured to be among the tens of thousands of fans cheering on the national side in their second group stage match.Fans are convinced they spotted Richard Gadd in the Scotland endCredit: BBCThey spotted him as the camera showed the crowdCredit: BBCHe was among tens of thousands of Scotland supporters cheering o the national team in CologneCredit: BBCRichard Gadd shot to fame after Baby ReindeerCredit: GettyHe starred in the hit Netflix show which was viewed over 65m timesCredit: GettyHe was clocked by keen-eyed footy fans as the camera panned to the crowd.Viewers flocked to social media after spotting the Netflix star in the crowd.One said: “Swear I’ve just seen Richard Gadd in the Scotland end.”Another wrote: “Swear I just saw Richard Gadd on the Scotland v Switzerland game?”A third wrote: “They just showed Richard Gadd in the Scotland end.”A fourth poked fun at the hit Netflix show saying: “Is that you baby reindeer?”Even Irish comedian Dara Ó Briain thought it was Gadd watching the team play in Cologne.He shared a picture on X/Twitter saying: “Hello Baby reindeer!”Most read in Euro 2024But Gadd commented on all of the speculation and revealed it was actually him in the crowd.He posted a pic of him at the game to his Instagram account saying: “Yes, it was me. What a game! Proud of the @scotlandnationalteam tonight.”Euros fans left stunned by ‘spine-tingling’ Flower of Scotland national anthem rendition Scotland’s Euros dream is still alive after they drew 1-1 with their Swiss opponents.A goal in the 13th minute from Scott McTominay put Steve Clarke’s men ahead in the group stage clash.But hopes of a victory were soon put at ease after Xherdan Shaqiri put one past keeper Angus Gunn.The national team will face off against Hungary on Sunday in their final group clash.But they face doing so without Kieran Tierney, with the key defender stretchered off after chasing down Switzerland’s Dan Ndoye, sparking fears his Euros campaign is over.New YouTube channelSubscribe to our new Scottish Sun Sport YouTube channel for all the latest football news, views and videos as Scotland heads to the Euros.
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