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      Denmark vs England preview: Free betting tips, odds and predictions for Euro 2024 clash

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      ENGLAND are back in action against familiar foes Denmark in Frankfurt on Thursday.SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest, and carefully selected our best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our partners for Thursday’s Euro 2024 Group C showdown.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereFree bets for Denmark vs England from our partners
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      Denmark vs England previewReady to do it all again?England just about came through their opening Euro 2024 clash against Serbia unscathed with a valuable three points on the board.And Denmark’s draw with Slovenia means the Three Lions boast a two-point advantage at the top of Group C.Gareth Southgate’s side will likely top the group with a victory in Frankfurt on Thursday, but an improved performance is perhaps what’s needed most.England showed glimpses of why they entered the tournament as favourites in the opening 25 minutes, but it became laboured and rather uninspiring thereafter.EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSLuke Shaw has made very good progress this week but will likely start on the bench, meaning an unchanged XI is expected at the Waldstadion.This will be the fourth encounter between Denmark and England at a major tournament, and it’s good news for the latter who’ve never lost to Thursday’s opponents (W2, D1).However, that optimism could be tempered by the fact England have never won their opening two matches at a European Championship tournament.As for the Danish side, Christian Eriksen marked his return to the European Championship with a special goal but Slovenia spoiled the party thanks to Erik Janza’s deflected effort.The result heaps pressure on Denmark manager Kasper Hjulmand to get a result against England before their final clash against Serbia.Denmark vs England: Free betting tips, odds and predictions for Euro 2024 clashCredit: THE SUNDenmark vs England oddsOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.Denmark vs England betting tipsGoals?Nope.It’s difficult to see England steamrolling their opponents, who are placed at 21 in FIFA’s world rankings.The Danish side are full of experience and meetings between these sides are never particularly heavy on goals. In fact, there have only been five scored in their last four meetings in all competitions.The Three Lions have also conceded just six goals in their last 13 matches at tournament finals. Meanwhile none of the last five H2Hs have been decided by more than a one-goal margin. This should be a tight affair.
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      On targetChristian Eriksen rolled back the years against Slovenia.The midfielder, 32, was freed from his deeper role at Manchester United and allowed to operate as a traditional No.10.He thrived. Eriksen produced more than double the number of shots than any of his colleagues with five, made seven key passes and got his name on the scoresheet.He’s likely to be as influential against England, and 2+ shots on target looks a very reasonable shout at 17/5.
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      How Euro 2024 host Laura Woods tamed Love Island’s biggest bad boy Adam Collard who made Joey Essex look like a puppy

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      HE was one of Love Island’s most notorious bad boys when he first was on the show – but one woman seems to have changed all that.Personal trainer Adam Collard, 28, has been dating Euro 2024 presenter Laura Woods, 36, since last year, confirming their relationship in October 2023.Love Island star Adam Collard was once the ultimate ladies’ manCredit: Splash NewsBut he’s been dating Euro 2024 host Laura Woods since OctoberCredit: In stagramLaura has her own career, which is what Adam needs, according to relationship expert Jo HemmingsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyThe former loverat has called her “The One,” spent Christmas with her – the first time he’s done so with a girlfriend since he was 21 – and in a break from tradition, kept their relationship relatively out of the limelight, seemingly on Laura’s wishes.It’s a far cry from the man who admits himself he’s been “ruthless” in the past, claims to have had 25 girlfriends, and spent many years partying and juggling flings with girls including Zara McDermott and Lottie Moss.Relationship expert Jo Hemmings says: “He’s now 28, he’s a professional with a job, and I think he just went off the whole idea of ever realistically meeting somebody on a TV show. “He’s now met somebody who is also a professional, and is only on TV as a byproduct of what she does in sport.MORE LOVE ISLAND FEATURES“He’s got himself in a comfortable place. Financially, he’s older, he’s more mature, he’s more settled. “He once played into this roguish character that people saw him as, and became a parody of himself. But look who’s laughing now. “He’s got a fabulous girlfriend, they’re in a long term relationship, he’s well off, he’s still in the public eye, and he’s getting on with his life in the way that I think he always wanted.”Here, we reveal how Laura finally managed to tame Adam, whose bad boy womanising made current Island villain Joey Essex look like a puppy.Most read in Euro 2024Infamous villainAdam first shot to fame in 2018, when he walked into the Love Island villa as the first bombshell, quickly stealing Kendall Rae Knight from Niall Aslam.He then swiftly moved on to Rosie Williams, and implied they’d had sex, when he joked he’d had a “really, really good sleep” and woken up with a “spring” in his step.Adam was accused of ‘gaslighting’ Rosie Williams in his first Love Island stintCredit: Rex FeaturesHe then dumped her for Zara McDermott, as she predicted he wouldCredit: Splash NewsLaura Woods can’t keep her hands off boyfriend Adam Collard as loved-up couple snog on the beach in MexicoWithin days – and just as Zara McDermott walked in – he decided Rosie had become too clingy.Adam told Zara he’d “caught feelings” for her, but when Rosie confronted him about it, he suggested her jealousy over his flirting with Zara is what “pushed him away”.Charities like Women’s Aid even stepped in, issuing warnings about his behaviour, saying he exhibited signs of “gaslighting and emotional abuse”.Then, when Zara was dumped from the island without him, Adam moved on to Darylle Sargeant, despite promising Zara he’d stay true to her – and he left soon after.Serial playboyZara and Adam were together for eight months and even got matching tattoosCredit: Splash NewsAdam with ex-girlfriend Sarah GodfreyOnce out of the villa, Adam managed to get back into Zara’s good books and they hooked up again, even getting tattoos of each other’s initials.She claimed she’d “tamed” his wild ways, and they moved in together in Essex.But just eight months later, it seemed Zara and Adam’s relationship was on the rocks as he enjoyed a drunken night out surrounded by girls, including Instagram model Brittany Archer.Announcing the split soon after, Zara wrote: “Sometimes in life, you just aren’t enough for someone; no matter what you do for them or how much you try to be.”Two months after the split, he got his tattoo removed – and hours after, was pictured partying with Lisa Rinna’s model daughter Delilah Hamlin, who dated Eyal Booker.Following Zara, he had a short relationship with Irish fitness influencer Sarah Godfrey, as well as a fling with TOWIE star Demi Sims.’Game plan’ revelationHe went into the Love Island villa the second time and got a ‘game plan’ girlfriendCredit: InstagramAdam was spotted ‘all over’ another girl after fans accused him of cheating on PaigeCredit: tiktok/@alexkellyBut Adam made a shock return to Love Island in July 2022.It actually seemed like he was finally ready to settle down, as he coupled up with paramedic Paige Thorne immediately, and remained coupled up with her for the duration of the show.They were together for four months after the show ended, but split in November 2022, when Paige accused Adam of cheating, and he was caught on video flirting with other girls on a night out.Adam later admitted he chose Paige as part of a “game plan” when he went into Love Island the second time.Love Island bad boysAdam Collard is just one of many Love Island bad boys, as we reveal the others…
      Michael Griffiths – In series five, Michael left viewers – and Amber Gill, who he’d been coupled up with since the start – absolutely stunned as he coupled up with Joanna Chimonides in Casa Amor. He became the first member of Destiny’s Chaldish, and Amber went on to win the show.
      Liam Reardon – Love Island viewers were rooting for Millie Court and Liam in series seven until he cheated on her with Lillie Haynes in Casa Amor. Despite doing this, and then only confessing when Lillie dropped him in it, Millie got back together with Liam and then won the show with him. Apart from a brief split, they’re still together now.
      Jordan Hames – Just two days after asking Anna Vakili to be his girlfriend in series five, Jordan started trying it on with India Reynolds – who wasn’t even interested in him. A huge argument erupted and he was dumped from the villa soon after.
      Luca Bish – In series eight, Luca coupled up with Gemma Owen almost immediately, and constantly labelled her “muggy” any time she even spoke to another boy. This was all while he encouraged all the boys to cheat on their girls in Casa Amor. Luca’s family even issued a statement apologising for their son’s “insensitive behaviour”, saying that when he watches the episode back he’ll be “embarrassed and deeply apologetic”.
      Josh Ritchie – All the way back in series one, Josh Ritchie brutally ended his short-lived romance with Naomi Ball because she refused to have sex with him. He then turned to Jess Hayes, because he thought he could get a “good three-weeks sh*gging” with her. Love Island was a different show back then!
      Terry Walsh – In series two, Terry was coupled up with Malin Andersson and things were getting very serious, with the pair having a lot of sex. She then, shockingly, got dumped from the villa, and he told her he’d wait for her. The next day, Emma Jane Woodhams walked in, and he was very quickly having sex with her, in front of all their housemates, with Emma on top of the sheets. Malin then came in and gave him what for, in one of Love Island’s most memorable showdowns of all time.

      Speaking to Mail Online, he said: “The thing with Love Island is I’m the only one who is willing to admit it, I would completely choose the right person to stay on the show.”That’s why I got back on the show in my eyes, they realised I didn’t care about anything.“We all know the game. It was really hard for me the second time because I could see through everything, it is unbelievable how clear it is the second time.”So yes, everyone comes on and says I am here to find love and that, yes you kind of are and obviously that is unreal but nobody is daft.”‘Ruthless’Adam had a fling with Lottie Moss when he went on Celebs Go DatingCredit: E4His plan worked, as he got more TV work off the back of his Love Island appearance, signing up for Celebs Go Dating after his split from Paige, on which he met Lottie Moss.On the first night they met, Adam and Kate Moss’ younger half-sister slept together, and did this another three times throughout their time on the E4 dating show.The dating experts Paul C Brunson and Anna Williamson then encouraged them to actually go on a date to a restaurant together.The next day, Lottie dumped “f***boy” Adam when she found out he’d decided to kiss another girl he was dating.But two months later, he was dating Laura Woods, and said: “Do you know what, as much as I have been a little bit ruthless in the past with relationships and yes I’ve ended things when it has started to not work out, I am actually a bit of a hopeless romantic.”I do think there is someone for every person and I want to go and do all the things I like to do with someone else.”‘The One’Adam has called Laura ‘The One’Credit: Instagram @laurawoodsyShe rarely posts with him and, by his standards, he’s the sameCredit: InstagramUnusually for Adam, the couple kept their relationship private at first, meeting in secret at the Black Bull pub in Trimdon, Co Durham, and heading off for a weekend away in St Ives in early October, before finally going public later that month.And it’s likely this was something Laura has been very keen on.She has previously said: “For anyone to see that part of me fills me with dread. “It sounds like it’s a bad thing but only because I associate social media and relationships in a bad way. “I’m almost certain nothing good can come from sharing. Maybe I’ve learned, maybe it’s something historic, I’ve never thought it was a good idea to share them.”I’ve met [Laura’s parents] and they’ve given me the thumbs up – luckily they don’t read many papersAdam CollardEven now, Laura has only posted about him on Instagram once, as part of a post about “things she loves,” while it’s Adam who is more vocal about their relationship.He often comments on her pictures complimenting her, and has posted about their holidays numerous times – although nowhere near as many as he would’ve in previous relationships.And it seems he’s finally found The One with her, as he’s admitted Laura has always “given him the benefit of the doubt” when it comes to his “bad boy reputation”, which has ultimately made their relationship stronger.He told The Sun: “For someone who’s had 25 girlfriends, I’ve really only had three. “If you actually ask the people that I’ve really been going out with, I think that they would have very different opinions based on how I’ve treated them and she’s definitely given me the benefit of the doubt with that. “She definitely sees through it.”He’s even won round her parents.Before going to hers for Christmas, he told us: “I”m going to her parents, so it’s pretty special. I’ve met them and they’ve given me the thumbs up – luckily they don’t read many papers.”Laura’s ‘stability’He’s now a doting boyfriend to LauraCredit: InstagramJo says it’s Laura’s job as a sports presenter that would have appealed to Adam, and changed him.“There is an influence of stability from Laura,” she explains. “Because she’s not on a TV show to find fame and fortune. She’s got a really good job of her own, but she does incredibly well, so I think that’s a stabilising energy for him.“I also think he’s of an age and in a position now in his life where he’s ready to settle down, and what has gone before has just helped build him up into a situation where he is.READ MORE SUN STORIES“His heartbreaker and player image appealed to women. They went after him as the one who wanted to tame him. But he wasn’t really ready. “I do think having worked towards a stable, healthy, non-reality TV-based relationship, is probably exactly what he needed, and exactly what he wanted.” More

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      Transfer suggestions ahead of Matchday 2 – Switzerland differentials to help navigate tricky fixtures?

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      DREAM TEAM EUROS managers should be aware that the deadline for Matchday 2 is 1pm on Wednesday (June 19th).Therefore all transfers for the second round of group games need to be locked before that cut-off time.In terms of what changes to make, Matchday 2 features an intriguing set of fixtures that could be difficult for gaffers to navigate.Germany stars are popular ahead of Matchday 2Credit: GettyFirstly, it goes without saying that many of players we tipped prior to the tournament getting underway are still excellent options; individuals such as Jamal Musiala (£4.5m), Jude Bellingham (£6m) and Theo Hernandez (£5m) are even more viable after double-digit hauls in Matchday 1.Germany’s swaggering 5-1 victory over Scotland to get proceedings underway has certainly made a strong impression of Dream Team Euros bosses as Musiala, Kai Havertz (£4.5m) and Florian Wirtz (£4.5m) are all currently among the most transferred-in players ahead of the deadline.The hosts are set to take on Hungary, who disappointed against Switzerland in their first game.In fact, Group A might the one to target because, as impressive as Germany were in Munich, Steve Clarke’s troops looked disorganised, toothless and vulnerable.Andy Robertson (£3m) and company could conceivably rally against Switzerland but the contrasting fortunes of the two teams in Matchday 1 suggests the latter might contain some potentially savvy differentials.MAKE TRANSFERS FOR MATCHDAY 2 BEFORE WEDNESDAY’S 1PM DEADLINESwizterland will fancy their chances against Scotland based on Matchday 1’s resultsCredit: Dream TeamMichel Aebischer (£2m) was the unlikely hero for the Swiss against Hungary with a 13-point return via a goal and an assist.Most read in Dream TeamHowever, it should be noted that the Bologna midfielder hasn’t provided any goal contributions in any of his other 20 caps at international level.With that in mind, it might be wiser to back one of Swizterland’s reliable defenders instead with a view to targeting a clean sheet – Fabian Schar (£3m) and Manuel Akanji (£3.5m) being the leading candidates.Granit Xhaka (£3m) returned a modest four points against Hungary but he played very well and a similar performance again could easily result a decent haul.Gakpo enjoyed himself against Poland but France will provide a sterner testCredit: GettyOne of the problems facing Dream Team Euros bosses is that many of the best performers from Matchday 1 now face a difficult fixture in Matchday 2.Dani Carvajal (£4m) and Cody Gakpo (£4m) currently top the rankings having banked 16 points each but they are set to meet Italy and France respectively this week.Christian Eriksen (£3m) is joint-third overall but Denmark take on England on Thursday.Additionally, some fixtures that seemed favourable on paper suddenly look less appealing, such as Belgium v Romania.The Red Devils succumbed to Slovakia while Edward Iordanescu’s side produced an excellent performance to beat Ukraine 3-0, changing the outlook of Group E entirely.So what other transfer options are open to gaffers?England are one of just four teams to have kept a clean sheet at the time of writingCredit: GettyMany of the question marks surrounding England only grew bolder in the wake of their partially disjointed win over Serbia but the Three Lions’ defence held firm.Marc Guehi (£3m) in particularly looked solid at centre-back and the Crystal Palace fan favourite is considerably cheaper than the other starting defenders.If Gareth Southgate is going to persist with a risk-adverse approach it might be better off targeting England clean sheets in the remaining group games rather than copious attacking returns.READ MORE SUN STORIESFinally, Kylian Mbappe’s (£7.5m) broken nose is a significant factor as France’s superstar No10 is now considered a major doubt for Matchday 2.Many gaffers will be hoping an emphatic Portugal performance this evening eases some selection headaches.Former England and Arsenal star Jack Wilshere makes some BIG Dream Team Euros decisions More

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      I could have starred alongside Premier League icons at Euro 2024 – but instead I’m ready to win the Tour de France

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      REMCO EVENEPOEL could have lined up for Belgium at Euro 2024 but is instead preparing to win the Tour de France.The 24-year-old has never taken part in cycling’s grandest race before, yet is one of the favourites for this year’s competition.Remco Evenepoel is preparing for his first Tour de France but he could have been featuring at the EurosCredit: GettyThe cycling star captained Belgium at youth levelCredit: RexThe former world champion played alongside Jeremy Doku and Albert Sambi LokongaCredit: GettyHe is set to brush shoulders alongside previous winners Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard, but could have been playing with some of his former team-mates in Germany.Evenepoel was a talented young player and spent time in the academies of Anderlecht and PSV Eindhoven before quitting to focus on cycling.He also represented Belgium across different youth groups, captaining the Under-16 side.Evenepoel impressed from an early age with his incredible fitness levels a particular stand out characteristic, but what shone most was his professionalism and mentality.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe played alongside Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga at Anderlecht, who believes Evenepoel’s fitness regime as a teenager may have served his cycling career well.Lokonga told The Athletic: “He was one year below me but sometimes the 1999 and 2000 players trained together, and so he trained with me.“It’s crazy what he’s done. I know that when he was young, when we had to run up and down, he was already one of the best so that maybe helped with the distances you ride when you are a cyclist.”Evenepoel was registering stress test results comparable to that of a triathlete when he was in the U10s, with one former coach likening his “incredible endurance” to a moped.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe 2022 Vuelta a Espana winner himself said his engine was a big factor in his football ability, saying: “My style of play was a bit similar to how I ride a bike.“I had a big engine and tried to cover every blade of grass.”Austrian supporters taunt French fans by snapping BAGUETTES in front of them ahead of Euro 2024 clash-Evenepoel was a prolific winner from early on in his cycling career, becoming road race world champion at the age of 22 before winning the world time trial a year later.His professionalism has been exemplary and it is a trait the Belgian picked up as a teenager, earning him the role of captain with the national team.Belgium U16s coach Bob Browaeys told The Athletic: “I spoke to him often in that role.“And I was always puzzled. He was so professional at such a young age; just 15, talking about his preparations for games, for his careers. He was special. Uncommon.“He was at the highest level, I never had a player with such a high-performance mindset. That was unbelievable.”He even became a right-hand man to Anderlecht coach Stephane Stassin, and had a big influence over his other team-mates.Stassin recalled in an interview with Cycling Weekly: “In the older age groups, you’re the right hand of the coach but that’s not always easy with the youth teams because they’re so young.“Remco, however, was the exception: he was effectively the right hand of the coach and he talked to his team-mates. When I asked him to do something, sometimes he would say that he had already talked with his team-mates and arranged what was needed.”Evenepoel began his football career as a midfielder but lacked tactical nous, so was moved to left-back shortly before he quit altogether.He once played alongside Manchester City and Belgium star Jeremy Doku as well as RB Leipzig defender Lois Openda, but as his peers overtook him technically Evenepoel found himself out of favour, before giving up football for good.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe told The Lanterne Rouge cycling podcast: “I was captain of the national team, then they put me on the bench and I started to ask myself questions: ‘Is it worth continuing?’. “Then, I wasn’t even on the bench anymore. I just wasn’t in the top 15 players. Then I really started to hate the sport.” More

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      Germany vs Hungary – Euro 2024: Hosts aiming to secure last-16 qualification with win – stream FREE, TV, team news

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      GERMANY head into their second Euro 2024 group stage as the most in-form team of the tournament. The hosts hammered Scotland 5-1 to lay down a marker to their rivals. Germany are in fine form heading into their second group stage matchCredit: GettyMeanwhile, Hungary were beaten 3-1 by Switzerland in their very first match of the tournament. Germany showed ruthless all-out attack against Scotland with Jamal Musiala the star man. But Arsenal’s Kai Havertz also got a goal and assist to give him the perfect start to the tournament. Germany have failed to hit the same heights of their 2014 World Cup win in recent tournaments following a transitional period. But they look to have come out the other end of it with a fearsome mix of experience and prospect. Ex-Chelsea centre-back and two-time Champions League winner Antonio Rudiger at the heart of defence and former Manchester City star Ilkay Gundogan in midfield. Hungary have it all to do to pull of what would be a remarkable upset but their form heading into the Euros offered some hope. But if the opening match is anything to go by, Germany are in no mood to show mercy. Most read in Euro 2024Watch Kevin De Bruyne WALK OUT of interview after Belgium stunned by Slovakia in shock Euro 2024 defeatWhat is their form like?Well, Germany are the top scorers after one game played following their rout over the Scots in which they had five different scorers. Germany’s last defeat came in November against Austria in a 2-0 friendly. Hungary’s form heading into the Euros was surprisingly stellar, losing just ONCE in two years, a 2-1 friendly defeat to Ireland. What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?Germany’s free-scoring squad came out unscathed after their opening day drubbing. But Robert Andrich and Jonathan Tah were both booked and could be rested to avoid any suspensions. Meanwhile, Hungary are still expected to be without Loic Nego or Callum Styles while Serge Gnabry misses the Euros through injury. Who will be the star men?Germany had many bright sparks against Scotland but none more so than Bayern Munich’s Musiala. He started out wide but he had influence all round the pitch, scoring a stunner in the first half. Hungary striker Martin Adam became an overnight sensation after fans picked up on his hulking physique. He has 13 goals in South Korea’s top flight. What have the managers said?Julian Nagelsmann said: “Hungary is an unpleasant opponent, they can sometimes be wild and they’re difficult to get a hold of. “There are a lot of free spirits out there.”Marco Rossi said: “Germany are a different team than the last Euros, they proved it against Scotland. “In my opinion they are the biggest favourite of the European Championship.”EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSWhen is Germany vs Hungary?
      Germany’s clash with Hungary will take place on Wednesday, June 19.
      The game will kick off at 5pm BST.
      The Stuttgart Arena in Stuttgart, Germany will play host to the big match-up.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Germany vs Hungary will be shown live on BBC One in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BBC iPlayer, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
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      Yes, the game is available to watch for FREE on the BBC iPlayer, so long as you have a valid TV licence.
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      Germany – 7/20
      Draw – 4/1
      Hungary – 8/1
      *Odds courtesy of William Hill and correct at time of publication. More

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      Tornado warning for Euro 2024 as storms forecast with risk of TWISTERS & fanzones closed over ‘danger to life’ threat

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      A TORNADO warning has been issued for the 2024 Euros as storms are set to hit Germany and fanzones have been shut down.Germany’s weather service, DWD, predicted severe weather and strong thunderstorms would hit western and central regions today.Weather forecasters have predicted storms (Pictured: lightning strikes in Germany, May 2024)Credit: AlamyA sign in Cologne showing all fan parks are closed due to a storm alertCredit: PAEngland fans shelter from rain in the fanzone in Gelsenkirchen, during the Serbia v England gameCredit: RexHeavy rain, hailstones and hurricane winds could hit the west of Germany (Pictured: storms in Saxony)Credit: RexFans have been warned of possible twisters and a danger to life threat has been raised as the country braces for heavy storms.Meteorologists have not been able to rule out tornadoes while hailstones, hurricane gusts and heavy rain are also expected – especially in West Germany. Weather warnings are in place until 1am tonight. In a blow for football fans there to watch the games – events across the country have been cancelled following the weather warnings.READ MORE ON 2024 EUROSFanzones in Euros host cities Dortmund, Cologne, Dusseldorf and Gelsenkirchen – all in the North Rhine Westphalia state, have been shut.Weather agency DWD said: “Supercells can form… sometimes even hurricanes between 90 and 120 km/h (55mph to 75mph) and larger hail between 3 and 5 cm.”Heavy rain with amounts of around 30 l/sqm is also possible locally within a short period of time. Isolated tornadoes cannot be ruled out.”They added that Cologne, playing host to the Scotland v Switzerland game on Wednesday night, could face “severe thunderstorms with (extreme) storm potential” this evening.Most read in Euro 2024Two festival spots – the Friedensplatz fanzone and public viewing spot at Westfalenpark – have also been closed down, BILD reports.For now the fanzone in Leipzig is still open.They host those who haven’t managed to bag tickets to the match but want in on the excitement, and offer activities, live music and viewing opportunities.Tonight Turkey is set to take on Georgia at 6pm in Dortmund and Portugal will play the Czech Republic at 9pm in Leipzig.Weather forecasters warned German outlet BILD of a “risk to life” but said it’s better to be “safe than sorry” when it comes to Euro fanzones.A giant screen displays a message to fans highlighting a storm alert for Cologne, where Scotland will face Switzerland on Wednesday.The Stuttgart Arena could also be hit by stormsCredit: REUTERSMeteorologist Dominik Jung from wetter.net said: “The weather situation in the west is explosive! “There is a risk to life. We don’t currently know every place that could get hit, but we do know the region where something could happen.”People will complain again: ‘We didn’t have anything.’ But better safe than sorry.”He also said thunderstorms could hit the areas of Baden-Wurttemberg and Bavaria on Wednesday.Germany is set to take on Hungary at the Stuttgart stadium in that region on Wednesday at 5pm.Jung said: “It looks good in most regions on Wednesday. Except in the south of Baden-Wurttemberg and Bavaria, where thunderstorms are possible. And that’s where Stuttgart is, where Germany plays.”The DWD website reads: “Heavy thunderstorms in the southwest.”From midday, heavy thunderstorms in the west and central parts, in the evening, also in the east.”The agency also warned that thunderstorms could hit eastern Germany in areas like Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia beginning this afternoon.German stadiums playing host to Euros matches in the country are dotted all around.It includes Bayern Munich’s Allianz Arena and Borussia Dortmund’s Signal Iduna Park – two of Europe’s biggest grounds.Climate expert Dr Karsten Brandt from Donnerwetter.de also told BILD: “Storm pressure system Wibke is approaching. “On the one hand, there is a strip of continuous thunderstorms from the Netherlands across the Munsterland and Luneburg Heath. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Here, 30-40 /m² will fall in six to eight hours. South of this, in the whole of NRW, Rhineland-Palatinate, in the south of Hesse, and also in Saarland and Saxony-Anhalt, there will be heavy thunderstorms from midday.”The DWD – Germany’s national weather service – has warned of bad weather across the country todayCredit: RexA weather map released by Germany’s meteorology service the DWDCredit: dwd.de More

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      Denmark vs England – Euro 2024: Three Lions aiming to secure last-16 spot as Southgate faces XI headache – stream FREE

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      ENGLAND will seal their place in the knockout stages with a win over Denmark on Thursday evening.Gareth Southgate’s men kicked off their Euro 2024 campaign with a 1-0 victory over Serbia thanks to an inspired performance from Jude Bellingham.Jude Bellingham scored in England’s opening game win over DenmarkCredit: PADenmark need a win to improve their chances of reaching the second roundCredit: GettyDenmark could not muster a victory of their own just hours earlier as they drew 1-1 with Slovenia.It means their clash with England becomes even more important as they eye a spot in the second round.Failure to beat the Three Lions could leave Denmark outside the top two spots ahead of their final group game against Serbia.Defeat and a Slovenia win over Serbia would put Denmark thoroughly on the back foot.And they will be the underdogs heading into this one, despite England’s somewhat flat display in Gelsenkirchen.First place in the group will secure a last-16 tie against a third-place finisher, so it is there for England to clinch a smoother path towards the quarter-finals.But can they maintain their 100 per cent start in Frankfurt?Here is everything you need to know ahead of the game.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSWhat is their form like?Eriksen’s strike gave Denmark the perfect start to their Euros campaign against Slovenia.But they ended up holding on towards the end, a tactic that proved costly when Erik Janza pounced to equalise late on.England come into the game knowing three points could seal top spot in the group.But they will almost certainly need to improve on their performance against Serbia.Southgate’s men were criticised for dropping deeper in the second half and relinquishing control of the game – something that needs addressing if they have serious hopes of winning the tournament.What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?Denmark pair Christian Norgaard and Mathias Jensen are two players pushing to force their way into the Danes’ starting line-up following a disappointing draw to Slovenia.Morten Hjulmand and Jonas Wind could be the pair to make way.Captain Simon Kjaer may also come back into the fold after being rested for the opener.England are not expected to make any changes from the XI that began the win over Serbia.Luke Shaw is still not set to be ready to start the game, though he could come off the bench.Trent Alexander-Arnold and Phil Foden should keep their places ahead of competition from Conor Gallagher, Eberechi Eze and Anthony Gordon.Who will be the star men?Christian EriksenChristian Eriksen remains Denmark’s main manEriksen proved against Slovenia that he remains the Danes’ main man.Everything runs through the Manchester United midfielder when they go forward and they will need him to be their source of creativity against England.But at the age of 32 it remains to be seen whether he has the physical capabilities to perform at a high level every few days.Jude BellinghamJude Bellingham was sensational in England’s opening gameBellingham’s performance against Serbia was one of the standout in the tournament so far.The England man controlled the game in the first half, scoring and involving himself in everything positive that Southgate’s men created.But the Denmark game will be his 50th for club and country this season, so there is a question mark as to whether he can manage his fitness levels as the Euros unfold.What have the managers said?Speaking after the win over Serbia, England boss Southgate said: “I thought physically we had players that needed the game. We’ve had a lot of players that hadn’t played 90 minutes for a long time.”We expended a lot of energy in that first half. I knew that we would dip. And it was a good moment to bring Conor [Gallagher] into the game, who can get up to the ball and provide that bit more defensive solidity at that time.”There’s obviously a lot of new players, young players, so the team that started was a very experienced team in terms of international and club bar Marc, really, who had a brilliant game.”So we’re just going to have to assess as we go from game to game.”SunSport predictionDenmark 0-2 EnglandWhen is Denmark vs England?
      England’s second game of Euro 2024 will take place on Thursday, June 20.
      The game will kick off at 5pm BST.
      Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt, Germany will play host to the big game.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Denmark vs England will be shown live on BBC One in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BBC iPlayer, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Can I watch for FREE?
      Yes! You can watch the game for FREE on BBC One and the BBC iPlayer, so long as you have a valid TV licence.
      READ MORE SUN STORIESOdds
      Denmark – 9/2
      Draw – 3/1
      England – 8/13
      *Odds courtesy of William Hill and correct at time of publication. More

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      Meet Portugal’s stunning partners, from ‘Queen Wag’ Georgina Rodriguez to two beauties who call Manchester home

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      PORTUGAL are many people’s tip to go all the way in the Euros.And why not? They are blessed with attacking talent throughout their squad.Georgina Rodriguez is the most popular footballers’ Wag in the world thanks to her very famous other halfCredit: Instagram / @georginagioStunning Spanish beauty Georgina boasts 60m Instagram followers and shares her epic lifestyle onlineCredit: georginagio/Instagram
      From Bernardo Silva to Bruno Fernandes and the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo, they have all left their mark on the game and hope to become European champions.Supporting these big stars are their famous partners.That includes ‘Queen Wag’ Georgina Rodriguez and a couple of Manchester-based beauties.Meet them below.Read more Wag newsGeorgina RodriguezThe woman who stole Ronaldo’s heart, Georgina is the most famous Wag on the planet.She has an incredible 60 million followers on Instagram, where she shares her astonishing lifestyle with one of the wealthiest sports stars on the planet.That includes plenty of bikini photos, where she shows off her amazing figure.Georgina also shares her various photoshoots, love of designer wear and jewellery, and family life.Most read in Euro 2024Ines TomazInes is the supportive Wag of Bernardo Silva, who appearing on the pitch at the Etihad to toast his Premier League success in May.They met in 2020, when they were introduced by pals in their native Portugal, getting engaged just two years later.England Wags Instagram Rich ListThe pair walked down the aisle in 2023 in front of team-mates including Ruben Dias and Kyle Walker.And in the same year they welcomed their first child together.Unsurprisingly, Ines is a model signed to Portuguese agency NXT Management.Ines Tomaz has become accustomed to life as footballers’ Wag by helping her other half celebrate his successUnsurprisingly, natural beauty Ines is a model and she lives in Manchester with her beauInes is married to Man City superstar Bernardo Silva, who she met in 2020Ana PinhoAna and Bruno Fernandes have been together since they were teenagers.She supported the Man Utd playmaker during his lowest ebb when he was broke playing for Italian minnows Novara.Fernandes said: “Ana has been with me on this ride since we were 16, 17, 18 years old.“We met as teenagers, and when we first started dating, I wasn’t making any money as a footballer, and she had a nice job working as a futsal referee on the weekends.“She used to do three or four matches in a row on a Saturday, and then we would always go to the cinema on Sundays.“I personally didn’t have much money at the time so Ana was the one who had to pay for our movie tickets. Same with going out to dinner. Even at the pizza shop, she had to pay.”Portuguese brunette stunner Ana Pinho is one of football’s most dedicated and loyal Wags in recent timesAna supported football superstar Bruno Fernandes when he was at lowest ebb and broke as a teenToday, Bruno, Ana, and their children live an envious lifestyle and he plays for Man UtdCredit: INSTAGRAM @anaapinho_Daniela MachadoBlonde beauty Daniela has been in Joao Cancelo’s life since 2011.The pair finally got engaged in 2021, with the romantic wing-back getting down on one knee on the beach in the Maldives.Back in February, Daniela shared the two were adding to their brood with a pregnancy announcement on Instagram to her 120,000 plus followers.Their daughter Alicia was born in 2019.Blonde beauty Daniela has been in out of favour Man City wing back Joao Cancelo’s life since 2011Credit: Instagram @danielalexmachadoThe pair finally got engaged in 2021 when Cancelo dropped to one knee and proposed on a Maldives beachCredit: Instagram @danielalexmachadoBack in February, Daniela shared the two were adding to their brood with a pregnancy announcement on InstagramPatricia PalharesJoao Palhinha looks set to leave our shores, with Fulham seemingly accepting their midfield hardman’s future belongs elsewhere.That means we will fee far less of his gorgeous Wag, Patricia at Craven Cottage.According to her Instagram, she is a singer and digital influencer.While Patricia is also studying dentistry too.Gorgeous Patrícia Palhares looks set to leave our shores with her partner linked with a move away from the PremTalented Patrícia Palhares is a singer, influencer, and dentistry student, according to her Instagram pageFulham’s hardman midfielder and Bayern Munich target Joao Palhinha poses with partner PatríciaCredit: Instagram @ppalharezPortugal Euro 2024 guideCRISTIANO RONALDO remains the face of Portuguese football as the national team looks to win a second European Championship.

      But the days when Portugal’s hopes would hang on Ronaldo, 39, alone are over as they have a squad packed with talent across the pitch.
      MANAGER: Roberto Martinez
      Former Everton, Wigan and Belgium boss is trying to put a more attacking stamp on a team that became increasingly dull under Euro 2016-winning predecessor Fernando Santos.
      STAR MAN: Cristiano Ronaldo
      Al-Nassr star remains an ever-present but PSG’s Goncalo Ramos and Liverpool’s Diogo Jota are both world class backups.
      How Portugal attack
      Ruben Dias, Goncalo Inacio and Joao Palhinha are all capable of building attacks from the back, given Portugal a unique dimension to their attack.
      Attacking midfielders Bruno Fernandes and Joao Felix can cause any defence problems as they look to feed Ronaldo and/or Ramos.
      How Portugal defend
      In contrast to the approach under Santos, Portugal will play with a medium-to-high block and look to win possession up the field.
      Players will press aggressively to provide support for Ronaldo, who clearly tends to do less work defensively.
      Read the full Portugal Euro 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags

      Carolina Cunha e SilvaAnother Premier League-based Wag, Shakira lookalike Carolina has lit up Molineux many times this season.Her other half is flying winger Pedro Neto, and she is (unsurprisingly) a model.It’s not known how they met, but Carolina first popped up on Pedro’s Instagram feed in 2022.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd they were also happy to share a trip to America they took together, visiting Orlando to tour Disney World and Universal Studios.The loved-up couple also dropped in to Miami for a whistle-stop visit.Pedro Neto’s partner Carolina Cunha e Silva is also model who bares an uncanny resemblance to singer ShakiraCarolina loves sharing her epic lifestyle on social media, including beach holidaysCarolina is also a regular at Molineux, where she cheers on flying winger Neto playing for Wolves More