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      Euro 2024 in major security breach as fan invades pitch during Romania’s win over Ukraine before stewards haul him off

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      A FAN invaded the pitch before being dragged off by security during Romania’s 3-0 win over Ukraine.The supporter, who was wearing a yellow t-shirt, appeared from the stand behind the goal before a Ukraine corner.A pitch invader made it up to Romania player Nicolae StanciuCredit: AFPHe appeared from the stand behind the goalStewards were quick to react to the incidentThe man was swiftly taken away after invading the pitchCredit: GettyThe fan went onto the pitch when Romania led 3-0 in the group-stage matchCredit: ReutersHe managed to get to Romanian star Nicolae Stanciu, but was swiftly whisked away by stewards.The game quickly resumed with Romania leading 3-0 in the Group E clash.There was an incredible atmosphere inside the Allianz Arena in Munich.That was largely down to the Romanian supporters who made a raucous noise that spurred on their side.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Some could even be seen in tears as their side marched to a first Euros victory in 24 years.Stanciu broke the deadlock with a screamer shortly before the half-hour mark, ripping a thunderbolt into the top corner.Razvan Marin then doubled Romania’s lead eight minutes into the second period with another long-range strike – this time letting fly into the bottom corner.And Denis Dragus made sure of the points four minutes later, poking home from close range.Most read in Euro 2024Romania and Ukraine are in Group E alongside Belgium and Slovakia.Next up for Romania is a clash with Belgium on Saturday, before they take on Slovakia on June 26.Does this Scotland team have it in them to recover from humiliating Germany defeat against SwitzerlandThey have only qualified out of the group once before at the Euros – in 2000 when they reached the quarter-finals before losing 2-0 to eventual runners-up Italy. More

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      Gareth Southgate breaks two records in England’s uninspiring Euro 2024 win over Serbia

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE achieved two notable milestones as England boss last night.The 53-year-old managed his side to a 1-0 win over Serbia in the Three Lions’ Euro 2024 opener.Gareth Southgate took charge of his 96th match in charge of England last nightCredit: GettyEngland’s triumph saw them clamber to the top of Group C after the first round of games.It also ensured that Southgate moved ahead of two England legends in a pair of all-time leaderboards.Last night’s match was the Three Lions boss’ 96th in charge of his country.This milestone saw him climb above Sir Bobby Robson’s tally of 95.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSouthgate has now only managed England on fewer occasions than 1966-World Cup winning boss Sir Alf Ramsey, who did so 113 times between 1963 and 1974.And Sir Walter Winterbottom, who took charge of 139 games between 1946 and 1962.Last night’s win was Southgate’s 59th in 96 matches.This means that he has a win percentage of 61.5 per cent, edging him ahead of Ramsey’s 61.1 per cent.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSir Alf Ramsey managed England 113 times between 1963 and 1p74Credit: GettySir Bobby Robson was in charge of the Three Lions between 1982 and 1990Credit: GettyHe is only behind Fabio Capello and Sam Allardyce in this regard.Capello, now 77, won 28 of his 42 matches in charge between 2008 and 2012, at a rate of 66.7 per cent.England player ratings: Jude Bellingham delivers masterful Euro 2024 performance but Phil Foden not at his sharpestEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYWhile Allardyce, 69, triumphed 1-0 against Slovakia in his only match at the helm in 2016.After last night’s 1-0 triumph, Southgate came away pleased with the exercise.He said of Serbia: “They’re a strong team, we had to suffer a bit, which I think is really good for us.”To come through and defend our box the way we did under pressure is important for the group.”We obviously had good chances to extend the lead and kill the game, which we didn’t manage to take.”I was really pleased with a lot of the play.”England will return to action on Thursday, when they face Denmark in Frankfurt. More

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      How many children does Phil Foden have?

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      PHIL FODEN enters Euro 2024 off the back of his best season yet for Manchester City.The midfielder won the Premier League’s Player of the Year as well as the Football Writers’ award for best player.Phil Foden and partner Rebecca Cooke with two of their kidsCredit: Sophie Eleanor Photography / Go PR & EventsRebecca is a regular at Phil’s England and Man City gamesCredit: RexHe’s hoping to bring his excellent City form to the international stage this summer and become a hero for England.Foden, 24, has two children with childhood sweetheart Rebecca Cooke, 22 – although they tend to keep their relationship out of the spotlight.Rebecca is currently pregnant with the couple’s third child.How many children does Foden have?Phil and Rebecca welcomed their first son, Ronnie, in 2019 when Phil was 18 and Rebecca was 17.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLRonnie, 5 is named after Foden’s granddad, who died at the age of 47.Phil also wears 47 for Manchester City as a tribute to his late grandfather.Ronnie is something of a social media influencer despite his young age and boasts over four million followers on Instagram.The youngster is known as “El Wey” which translates to “The Dude” in Spanish.Most read in Euro 2024On becoming a father to Ronnie at the tender age of 18, Foden told the Manchester City website: “I was there for the birth.”I walked out of the room, gave it a little tear and then went back in like nothing happened.Man City star’s son racks up 1 million Instagram followers in 24 hours after cute Champions League final celebrations“I’m not one for crying in front of people. I like to be on my own, but I was there in the room, watched it happen and it was a special moment.”The couple had their second child in 2021, a daughter named True.In April, they announced they were expecting a third child – they threw a lavish baby shower, with a blue theme, but did not reveal the due date or the gender.Ronnie is a social media starCredit: GettyDaughter True was born in 2021Credit: Instagram @philfodenWho is Rebecca Cooke?Phil and Rebecca are childhood sweethearts and met in the couple’s mutual hometown of Stockport.Rebecca opts to stay out of the limelight and has private accounts on social media.The two live in a £2million house in Bramhall, Manchester.Phil bought the house at the age of 18 when he broke into Manchester City’s first-team.The two are childhood sweethearts, who both come from StockportCredit: instagramRebecca is a regular at Foden’s gamesCredit: PA More

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      Jack Grealish works up a sweat as he shares topless picture while on holiday with girlfriend Sasha Attwood

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      JACK GREALISH put on his running shoes and worked up a sweat while on holiday in Sardinia with girlfriend Sasha Attwood.The Manchester City forward, 28, has some time on his hands after failing to make Gareth Southgate’s final 26-man England squad for Euro 2024.Jack Grealish went for a run in SardiniaCredit: Instagram @jackgrealishHe worked up a sweat in the heat and shared a topless selfieCredit: Instagram @jackgrealishSasha Attwood also shared a picture of her drink by the poolCredit: Instagram @sasha__rebeccaThe couple are enjoying some down time during the summer breakCredit: Instagram @sasha__rebeccaGrealish was a shock omission by the Three Lions boss as he was one of seven players cut ahead of their final warm-up friendly against Iceland.However, the ex-Aston Villa man did not let his disappointment get in the way of wishing the players well for their clash with Serbia on Sunday.The popular attacker – who has also enjoyed a holiday in Dubai in recent weeks – took to Instagram to post: “Good luck to the lads.”Following England’s 1-0 win, Grealish took a picture of the Sardinia sea and added the caption: “Perfect for a morning run.”READ MORE ON JACK GREALISHA short while later, he then added a Boomerang of him blowing his cheeks out as he was seen topless while sweating from his workout in the 24-degree heat on his well-earned “break”.Sasha, who has been dating Grealish since the pair were teenagers at school, also shared a snap of her drink by the pool.The Man City man endured a difficult season at the Etihad, scoring just three goals and providing three assists in 36 appearances.Grealish’s inconsistent form saw him drop below the likes of Eberechi Eze, Anthony Gordon and Jarrod Bowen in the England ranks.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGrealish and Sasha have been together for 12 yearsCredit: Instagram @sasha__rebeccaAfter deciding to drop Grealish, Southgate explained the decision by saying: “I have just delivered a really difficult conversation to a lad who is devastated.”I think the world of him as a kid.Jude Bellingham reacts to match winning England display in euro 2024 opener against SerbiaEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY”It certainly doesn’t get any easier. You put yourself in the shoes of a player, a parent. You understand that for these players this is a devastating moment.“We knew we had a couple of really difficult days coming up.”What Southgate said about axed England stars
      WHAT Gareth Southgate said about his axed England stars after confirming his 26-man England squad for Euro 2024.
      Harry Maguire
      “The decision on Harry [Maguire] is totally about his physical condition and his recovery from the injury. There is no other reason as he is one of our strongest centre-backs.
      “Harry has made some progress, but it’s been complicated and we wouldn’t have had him in the group stages. There were too many hurdles to get through without being clear where we might get to.
      “Knowing we haven’t got a clean bill of health across the rest of the backline, we need players who are fit and ready to go from the start.
      “It was a really difficult call, you know how I feel about Harry, what he’s done for England and for me as a manager. ”
      Jack Grealish
      “I have just delivered a really difficult conversation to a lad who is devastated.
      “I think the world of him as a kid.“It certainly doesn’t get any easier.
      “You put yourself in the shoes of a player, a parent. You understand that for these players this is a devastating moment.
      “We knew we had a couple of really difficult days coming up.”
      James Maddison
      “Madders [Maddison] and Jack [Grealish] would have provided us with something different as well and they’ve been tough calls.
      “They’re calls we’ve gone over and over and over as a group of staff to try to be fair and to try to use the right rationale.
      “We back our decisions but we recognise we could have gone a different route. The boys are big characters, fabulous team-mates and great boys to work with.
      “It’s sad to have to deliver that news to them.”
      Jarrad Branthwaite
      “It’s a bit early for Jarrad [Branthwaite]. He has had a fabulous season, it was good to get him on the pitch the other night.
      “But of course, in an ideal world, you’d like that balance of left-footers. For him to be in ahead of the others, I don’t think it would have been the right call at this stage.”
      Jarell Quansah
      “Jarell Quansah has stayed with us. He’s not had the experience of an England international at Wembley. It’ll be great for him to be us for the game.
      “Hopefully we’re not needing to call anyone else in.” More

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      Unsung Spain hero Fabian Ruiz currently features in just 1.3% of Dream Team Euros sides

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      DREAM TEAM EUROS managers should be paying close attention to which players are thriving in Matchday 1.One individual who certainly falls into that category is Fabian Ruiz (£3.5m).Ruiz and Spain sent out a statement of intent against CroatiaCredit: Dream TeamThe Spain midfielder produced three minutes of magic to put his side firmly in the ascendancy against Croatia on Saturday, an advantage Luis de la Fuente’s side converted into a 3-0 victory.Just before the half-hour mark, Ruiz slipped a perfectly-weighted throughball into the path of Alvaro Morata (£5.5m), who finished in a one-on-one situation to break the deadlock.Moments later, the PSG playmaker exhibited great skill and composure to beat two defenders on the edge of the box and fire home a second.Ruiz’s goal is among the best scored at the tournament to date and would perhaps have been lauded more had it been scored by one of Spain’s more celebrated players.The 28-year-old is the unsung hero in midfield alongside Rodri (£4m), widely acknowledged as the best player in his position in world football, and Pedri (£4m), Barcelona’s supremely talented 21-year-old.Ruiz scored and assisted on SundayCredit: APAnd it’s probably because Ruiz has a lower profile among Dream Team Euros bosses that he features in just 1.3% of teams at the time of writing.What matters most is that is that he returned 13 points against Croatia in a fixture that, on paper, promised to be among the most competitive at top end of the scale in Matchday 1.As it turned out, La Roja overwhelmed Luka Modric (£4m) and company in the first half and while they had to withstand some pressure after the break, they ultimately completed a statement win that has made them favourites to top Group B.Most read in FootballAs one of the most successful Dream Team Euros assets in his position so far, Ruiz will be viewed as a potential differential option ahead of Matchday 2.However, Spain will once again be involved in arguably the standout match-up of the lot when they meet Italy in Gelsenkirchen on Thursday.Spain are among the most impressive sides at the Euros so farCredit: ReutersThat being said, gaffers who stayed clear of Spain assets in Matchday 1 because of their potentially tricky fixture missed out plentiful points.Ruiz is a typically Spanish midfielder in that he is an accomplished technician who is comfortable in tight spaces and progresses the ball smoothly.Truth be told, he generally does his best work in the middle third of the pitch but it’s worth noting he also scored in his side’s final pre-tournament friendly; a real poacher’s effort too.If Spain outclass Italy then gaffers will surely be keen to back them in Matchday 3 (vs Albania) and the round of 16 (potentially a third-place finisher). Dream Team Euros managers should be aware the deadline for Matchday 2 is 1pm on Wednesday (June 19th).Scotland legend Gordon Strachan gives his verdict on some BIG Dream Team Euros questions More

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      Watch Romania star Stanciu score sublime goal of the tournament contender in Euro 2024 win over Ukraine

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      NICOLAE STANCIU belted home an early goal of the tournament contender to inspire Romania to a 3-0 win over Ukraine this afternoon.The midfielder, who plays his club football for Damac FC in Saudi Arabia, lined up for Edward Iordanescu’s side in Munich.Nicolae Stanciu belts a brilliant strike beyond Andriy LuninCredit: EPAStanciu celebrates his amazing goalCredit: AFPUkraine pushed for a goal early on in the Group E clash.But it was Romania skipper Stanciu who opened the scoring on 29 minutes with a brilliant strike.A poor clearance by Ukraine’s Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin fed the ball to Dennis Man.The winger immediately teed up Stanciu, who belted a stunning strike beyond Lunin and into the top corner.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Plenty of fans were left in awe of Stanciu’s effort.One wrote on social media: “Goal of the tournament!”While a second gushed: “No words. Just a work of art from Stanciu.”A third swooned: “Stanciu is a big baller.”Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd another added: “Best goal of the tournament so far… Ridiculously good technique from Stanciu.”BBC pundit Danny Murphy went on to label it a “beauty” during his half-time analysis.England player ratings: Jude Bellingham delivers masterful Euro 2024 performance but Phil Foden not at his sharpestEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYThe stunner was followed shortly after by a second goal that left fans jaws on the floor.Razvan Marin took full advantage of more Ukrainian dithering at the back to bury a loose shot from 25 yards in the 53rd minute.While striker Denis Dragus then made it 3-0 with 33 minutes still to play when he got clear of his marker to poke home from close range.In the 77th minute, Shakhtar Donetsk’s rising star Georgiy Sudakov finally forced a save from Romania keeper Florin Nita with a powerful shot from 25 yards.It was Ukraine’s first shot on target despite dominating possession.Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk blasted the chance for a consolation goal high over the bar in the 84th minute.Razvan Marin scored another superb goal for RomaniaCredit: AFPPremier League stars Mudryk and Oleksandr Zinchenko of Arsenal hit the deck in despair at the final whistle.Ukraine play Slovakia in their second group match this Friday but already look doomed for an early exit.READ MORE SUN STORIESRomania on the other hand stayed on the pitch to celebrate with their travelling fans as they earned a first European Championship win in 24 years.In fact, the Tricolours’s last Euros success came over England back in Euro 2000 – a shock 3-2 win thanks to an 89th minute penalty.Ukraine stars were devastated by the lossCredit: GettyRomanian players celebrated on the pitch at full timeCredit: ReutersRomania’s last Euros win came over England in 2000Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Meet Euro 2024 favourites France’s gorgeous Wags, from a child psychologist to a tattoo artist and Vogue model

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      FRANCE are in fine fettle ahead of their Euros opener.In their last major tournament it was only Lionel Messi and Argentina who could stop them in a thrilling World Cup final.Stunning Rose Bertram will be keen to see how France perform at the EurosSupermodel Rose was discovered at 13 and has appeared on the cover of VogueRose is rumoured to be the girlfriend of France superstar Kylian MbappeBoasting players such as Kylian Mbappe, William Saliba and Antoine Griezmann, it’s no wonder they are tipped to go all the way in Germany.Supporting their cause will be their stunning Wags.From a child psychologist to a tattoo artist and Vogue model, meet France stars’ glam partners.Rose BertramKylian Mbappe’s rumoured girlfriend is fashion influencer, Rose.Read more football newsOriginally from Belgium, she was signed to a modelling agency at the age of just 13.The beautiful blonde, now 29, has appeared on the front cover of fashion bible, Vogue.She has over 1 million followers on Instagram.Zoe CristofoliTattoo lover Cristofoli, 28, is the girlfriend of AC Milan star Theo Hernandez.Most read in Euro 2024She and the defender share a son called TJ.The stunner has a love of ink, with her body a canvas for it.She also co-owns a tattoo parlour called Ink Studio Lagrange in Turin.Zoe Cristofoli is a stunning Italian Wag with a love of tattoosZoe is an influencer who co-owns her own tattoo studio in TurinCredit: Instagram @zoe_cristofoliTheo Hernandez of AC Milan and Zoe pose on the pitch at the San Siro after a matchCredit: GettyKylian Mbappe in stitches as he catches France team-mate Griezmann having ‘suspicious’ massage in Euro 2024 campMarrion ValetteFilipino-Lebanese beauty Marrion, 35, is a model and wife of West Ham star Alphonse Arreola.She is the brand ambassador for Atelier London, the luxury clothing label run by Professor Jimmy Choo.Fabergé also have Marrion featured in their jewellery campaigns.They married in 2014, and have three daughters together.Alphonse Arreola’s stunning partner Marrion Areola Valette is an ambassador for Atelier LondonCredit: https://www.instagram.com/areola.marrion/?hl=enMarrion and Alphonse got married in 2014 and live in London togetherCredit: https://www.instagram.com/areola.marrion/?hl=enRima EdboucheVery private Rima is originally from Morocco.She is the wife of devout Muslim Ousmane Dembele, after the pair tied the knot in a low-key ceremony in 2021.Brilliantly, Rima is a TikTok star and her videos have generated 4.2million likes.In her clips she is always seen wearing a face covering and hijab.Rima Edbouche remains a very private figure among the French WagsDevout Muslim Rima is the wife of Barcelona forward Ousmane DembeleErika ChoperenaErika, 34, is a child psychologist and wife of Antoine Griezmann.The pair were together for six years, before they finally married in an amazing ceremony at the 11th Century Palacio de Galiana in Toledo, Spain in 2017.She also runs her own clothing label for kids called Duzama.They have three children together, Amaro, Mia, and Alba.Erika Choperena is a child psychologist who bases herself in MadridErika also runs her own child clothing label called DuzamaAntoine Griezmann and Erika married in an amazing ceremony at the 11th Century Palacio de GalianaFrance Euro 2024 guideFRANCE are the one nation all England fans are truly afraid of.

      They are many punters’ favourites after knocking the Three Lions out of the 2022 World Cup and will be hoping to do much better than at Euro 2020, when they lost to Switzerland in the last 16.
      MANAGER: Didier Deschamps
      Coming up to 12 years in the job, the only thing missing from his CV is a European Championship.
      STAR MAN: Kylian Mbappe
      Mbappe’s PSG may have underachieved on the European stage but he remains France’s most deadly threat, with a World Cup trophy and a World Cup final hat-trick to his name.
      How France attack
      Expect to see France play in a fluid 4-3-3 – which becomes 4-2-3-1 in possession – throughout the tournament.
      Giroud acts as the focal point in the attack with the two wide players and Griezmann as No 10 supporting.
      How France defend
      We can expect to see France defend high with an emphasis on winning back possession as far up the pitch as possible.
      France will stagger their defensive shape when the opposition are in possession.
      Read the full France Euro 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags.

      Sabrina DuvadSabrina is Kingsley Coman’s greatest fan, as well as a total fashionista.The pair rocked up together at Louis Vuitton’s show at Paris Fashion Week this year.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey began dating in 2019, after the Bayern Munich star was found guilty of attacking ex-girlfriend Sephora Goignan on two separate occasions at her home near Paris.Kingsley popped the question on holiday in Mykonos in 2020, and they now have three children together.Sabrina Duvad is a total fashionista and Kingsley Coman’s biggest fanSabrina and Kingsley took in a Louis Vuitton show at Paris Fashion Week this year More

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      Shocking footage shows Holland fans fighting EACH OTHER in huge street brawl at Euro 2024 before riot police intervene

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      SHOCKING footage has emerged of Holland fans fighting each other on the streets of Hamburg.The Dutch were in action yesterday as they beat Poland 2-1 in their tournament opener.A brawl broke out between Netherlands fansCredit: @GruppaOFOne supporter hurled a barrel at anotherCredit: @GruppaOFPolice intervene to break up the fightingCredit: @GruppaOFHolland supporters were praised on social media as thousands put on an incredible show of orange in the stands.However, hooligans have ruined the reputation of the Dutch fans after they were seen fighting outside a bar in Hamburg ahead of yesterday’s game.A mass brawl occurred with several one-on-one clashes happening at the same time down the road.Punches were thrown and one thug even lobbed a barrel at another.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Riot police were quickly on the scene to break up the trouble and fans sprinted away into the distance.Three people were supposedly arrested.And Dutch media report that the fighting was pre-organised between supporters of rival clubs ADO Den Haag and NEC Nijmegen.It is not the only crowd trouble to have marred Euro 2024 so far.Most read in Euro 2024A brawl broke out in Gelsenkirchen five hours before England beat Serbia 1-0 last night.Chairs and tables were thrown before 200 riot cops dashed to the scene.It has been claimed that the Serbian president’s son had to be held back by his bodyguard during the shocking scenes.England & Serbia fans launch chairs in bloody clash ahead of Euros match as violence erupts in GelsenkirchenEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More