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      I’m an asparamancer & correctly predicted Queen’s death… I know 2024 Euros winner after the spears pointed to 3 words

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      A FORTUNE teller who uses asparagus to predict the future says she knows who will win Euro 2024 after being given a sign.Jemima Packington — the world’s only asparamancer — claims she can peer into the future by tossing spears in the air and reading the shapes they make when they land.Jemima Packington is a fortune teller who uses asparagus to see into the futureCredit: SWNSShe has made a bold prediction on who will win Euro 2024Credit: SWNSShe has correctly predicted Brexit, Queen Elizabeth’s death and Harry and Meghan quitting the Royal Family.Now, the 67-year-old has revealed that England will end 58 years of hurt by winning Euro 2024.She tipped Gareth Southgate’s men to go all the way in Germany after revealing the asparagus told her: “It’s Coming Home.”Jemima told Manchester Evening News: “I have had lots of people asking me how England might do at the Euros so I have been analysing the spears very closely. Read More in Euro 2024″And they keep pointing to three words in particular – It’s Coming Home.”England fans every right to be positive and optimistic if the spears are anything to go by. I can also see Harry Kane being very strong. He is going to be worth watching and is going to come into his own this tournament.”She added: “The spears keep giving positive readings. England are going to do very well and I think we will see us winning it. “Watch this space. As for Scotland, no comment.”Most read in Euro 2024Some of her 2024 predictions have already come true including a return to active politics for a former leader ahead of Nigel Farage becoming head of Reform.She also said events in the Middle East would reach “breaking point” and a public figure will be outed as having profited from illegal actions- a possible nod to Donald Trump.Jemima uses fresh Worcestershire asparagus grown in the Vale of Evesham – the UK’s main supplier of the vegetable.Harry Kane reveals his ‘perfect outcome’ before heading off to EurosAnd she says that her predictions tend to have a success rate of between 75-90 per cent and she is “never usually far off”. She began fortune telling as a child after inheriting the gift from her aunt who used to read tea leaves.Jemima added that her “technique has not changed” and she still casts the asparagus spears before interpreting the patterns in them. She continued: “Seeing the patterns for me is instantaneous, possibly that is because I’ve had years of practice.”I am usually about 75-90 per cent accurate with my predictions. I go through my predictions each year and think: ‘Yep, that’s happened, yep, that’s happened.’ “Occasionally I get one slightly off, where I haven’t quite read it correctly, but I’m never far off.They keep pointing to three words in particular – It’s Coming Home.Jemima PackingtonToday, Gareth Southgate’s England squad were pictured boarding their flight to Germany for Euro 2024.The Three Lions hopefuls will be hoping to go one better than they managed last time out, when they suffered heartbreak by losing to Italy in a penalty shootout final at Wembley.Southgate, who has refused to say whether this will be his last tournament in charge, went bold with his 26-player squad selection.Favourites such as Harry Maguire and Jack Grealish were left out, while it will be a debut tournament for the likes of Kobbie Mainoo, Cole Palmer and Adam Wharton.Those selected to shoulder the nation’s hopes of winning a first major international tournament since 1966 met up at St. George’s Park on Sunday.PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament.
      And on Monday afternoon they set off to their five-star Golfresort Weimarer Land base camp, near to east-German town of Blankenhain, which the FA have reportedly paid £800,000 for.England kick off their tournament on Sunday June 16 against Serbia in Gelsenkirchen.The Three Lions will then play Denmark in Frankfurt on June 20 before the final group game against Slovenia in Cologne on June 25.But since a strong qualifying campaign ending in November, England have not been in ideal form going into the tournament.READ MORE SUN STORIESMarch saw England lose 1-0 to Brazil and draw 2-2 to Belgium.England then landed their first win of 2024 against Bosnia Herzegovina on June 3 with a 3-0 victory, before being stunned 1-0 by Iceland last Friday. More

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      Hungary vs Switzerland – Euro 2024: Szoboszlai and Xhaka go head-to-head in Group A clash – stream FREE, TV, team news

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      EURO 2024 is upon us and promises some stunning encounters from the start of the group stage.Hungary and Switzerland lock horns this Saturday at the RheinEnergieStadion in Cologne just a day after hosts Germany kick the tournament off against Scotland.Liverpool star Dominik Szoboszlai will lead Hungary at Euro 2024Credit: GettyArsenal hero Granit Xhaka will captain Switzerland after his Bayer Leverkusen successCredit: RexThe Hungarians and the Swiss may have a tough act to follow, but their own match will include a strong Premier League presence.Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez and Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai will be competing for Marco Rossi’s side and will be joined by Sunderland’s Callum Styles.Switzerland, on the other hand, will be represented by Manchester City’s Manuel Akanji and Newcastle’s Fabian Schar.Akanji and Shar will be joined by ex-Liverpool star Xherdan Shaqiri, former Arsenal ace Granit Xhaka, ex-Nottingham Forest player Remo Freuler, former Chelsea midfielder Denis Zakaria and Burnley’s Zeki Amdouni.Hungary have proven to be quite the dark horses in major competitions.The Magyars proved it against England whom they beat twice across both legs in the Nations League two years ago.However, the Hungarian national team hasn’t made it past the Last 16 since 1972.Switzerland, on the other hand, made the Round of 16 in 2016 and the quarter-finals in 2020.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPath to the EurosHungary made it to Euro 2024 after winning Group G in undefeated fashion after five victories.Is it coming home? Football legends discuss England’s chances for Euro 2024 at The Sun’s preview nightMarco Rossi’s side bested Serbia, Montenegro, Lithuania and Bulgaria along the way.Switzerland, on the other hand, finished second in Group I behind Romania.The Swiss overcame Israel, Belarus, Kosovo and Andorra in the qualifying stage.Team newsThe two teams don’t seem to be dealing with any late injury concerns ahead of their Euro 2024 opener in Germany.Hungary will get to call upon the likes of RB Leipzig’s Peter Gulacsi, his team-mate Willi Orban, Freiburg’s Roland Sallai, Ferencvaros’ Barnabas Varga and Hajduk Split’s Laszlo Kleinheisler.Switzerland manager Murat Yakin has quite the golden generation at his disposal which includes the likes of Borussia Dortmund’s Gregor Kobel, Inter Milan’s Yann Sommer and Monaco’s Breel Embolo.Ones to watchHungary captain Dominik Szoboszlai enjoyed an impressive campaign with Liverpool.Szoboszlai, 23, joined the Reds last summer from RB Leipzig following a £60million deal.The midfielder amassed a total of seven goals and four assists in 45 appearances in his maiden campaign at Anfield.The Hungarian star has also registered 12 goals in 42 caps with his national team.Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka also enjoyed a stunning debut campaign at Bayer Leverkusen whom he led to their first ever Bundesliga title.Xhaka helped Leverkusen win their maiden domestic Double following an incredible undefeated run that saw Xabi Alonso’s side only losing once in the Europa League final against Atalanta.The midfielder registered four goals and two assist in 50 appearances this season.This comes after the Arsenal hero’s 14 goals in 125 caps with the Swiss team. Liverpool star Szoboslai enjoyed a stunning debut campaign at AnfieldBayer Leverkusen star Xhaka will play a key role for Switzerland at Euro 2024Head-to-HeadHungary and Switzerland have faced off a total of 46 times across all competitions.The Hungarians have won a majority of 30 games while the Swiss count 11 victories.Switzerland have won all three of their most recent meetings as well as six of their last nine games, of which they only lost one.This will be the first ever time the two countries face off in the Euros.SunSport predictionThis really feels like the kind of game that could go either way as they two teams are quite evenly matched, therefore a draw might be the safest bet.Prediction: 1-1PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament.
      When is Hungary vs Switzerland?
      Hungary’s group stage opener against Switzerland will take place on Saturday, June 15.
      The game kicks off at 2pm BST.
      Cologne Stadium in Cologne, Germany will play host to the fixture.
      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
      Hungary vs Switzerland will be shown live on ITV 1 and ITV 1 HD in the UK.
      You can live stream all the action from the ITV X app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Can I watch for FREE?
      Yes, the game is available for FREE on ITV 1, so long as you have a TV licence.
      READ MORE SUN STORIESOdds
      Hungary – 5/2
      Draw – 9/4
      Switzerland – 6/5
      *Odds courtesy of William Hill and correct at time of publication.EURO 2024 LIVE: LATEST UPDATES FROM THE TOURNAMENT More

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      Meet England’s Wags who will be cheering on their men at Euro 2024, from Love Island star to Hollywood legend’s daughter

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      ENGLAND stars are aiming for Euro 2024 glory in Germany after their heartbreaking loss in the final last time out.The Three Lions have selected a five-star golf resort in east Germany as their base of operations, where they hope to stay all the way through to the final on July 14.England stars will be supported at Euro 2024 by their stunning partnersCredit: Instagram/lauraceliavThe group includes the daughter of Hollywood iconsCredit: GettyThere are also Love Island stars in the mixCredit: GettyWhile some are brainiacs with a diploma in interior designCredit: Instagram @ellsaldersonEURO 2024 LIVE: LATEST UPDATES FROM THE TOURNAMENTAnd while Gareth Southgate will be mulling over team selection and supporting the players on the pitch, his stars will also be supported off the pitch by their stunning partners. Below we take a look at some of the glamorous Wags who will be in Germany hoping to boost the England players to victory.Harry Kane – Katie GoodlandHarry Kane’s wife Katie Goodland joined him in GermanyCredit: PABut she will be wearing the Three Lions colours this summer despite her new neighboursCredit: World Cup News Pool (WCNP) – England vs FranceCaptain Harry Kane leads by example on and off the pitch, and that extends to his smitten love-life with wife Katie Goodland.The pair have been married since 2019 after meeting at school and the fitness instructor joined Kane in Germany with their four children when he moved to Bayern Munich.READ MORE ON WAGSJude Bellingham – Laura Celia ValkLaura Celia Valk is Jude Bellingham’s new partnerCredit: Instagram/lauraceliavThe stunning Dutch model has more than half a million followers on InstagramCredit: Gooseberry IntimatesJude Bellingham’s new girlfriend, Laura Celia Valk, is said to be completely smitten with the England midfielder after going on some dates with him at his Madrid home.The Sun exclusively revealed the pair’s relationship, but they are yet to be seen in public together. The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million followers on Instagram.Phil Foden – Rebecca CookePhil Foden’s partner Rebecca Cooke will be present at Euro 2024 once againCredit: PARebecca keeps out of the spotlight but is a regular sight at England gamesCredit: GettyPhil Foden will be supported by girlfriend Rebecca Cooke in Germany. They are childhood sweethearts and the mother of two tends to keep out of the spotlight.However, she is a regular sight at games, and was a regular feature in the stands during England games at the last two tournaments. Most read in SportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOllie Watkins – Ellie AldersonOllie Watkins’ partner Ellie Alderson has a dipolma in interior designCredit: Instagram @ellsaldersonEllie has been in a relationship Watkins since 2018 and is a mother of twoCredit: InstagramOllie Watkins has been bang in form this season, and behind him all the way to Germany has been his two children and his partner and Ellie Alderson.Ellie has been with Watkins since 2018, and before Watkins flew out she shared a photo of him with their children alongside the caption: “Bye daddy, good luck. We love you so much.”Euro 2024 – Prince William gives England team a royal send-off before Southgate’s 26 hopefuls jet off to GermanyJarrod Bowen – Dani DyerDani Dyer and Jarrod Bowen have been together since 2021Credit: InstagramDani is arguably the most famous England Wag due a certain chant and her appearances on reality TVCredit: GettyArguably the most famous Wag on the team due to her appearance in Love Island and a certain chant, Dani Dyer will be backing West Ham ace Jarrod Bowen at the Euros, having been together since 2021.The 27-year-old mother-of-two recently hinted at a wedding plan to Bowen, and – with wishful thinking – winning Euro 2024 then proposing to Dani in Berlin could be the perfect way to go about it.Trent Alexander-Arnold – Iris LawIris Law has been pictured alongside Trent Alexander-ArnoldCredit: SplashIris is a model and actress and the daughter of Hollywood star Jude LawCredit: GettyTrent Alexander-Arnold will be hoping a Hollywood script can lead England to Euro 2024 glory, so it is ironic that he is now dating the daughter of Hollywood icon Jude Law, Iris Law.The model and actress was seen accompanied by the Liverpool star after a dinner date in Monaco. The Sun revealed how they met at a fashion shoot in April before arranging to go on a date.Anthony Gordon – Annie KeatingAnthony Gordon’s partner Annie Keating keeps a low profile on social mediaGordon met Annie when they were at schoolCredit: GettyAnthony Gordon has been tipped to start at Euro 2024 by some pundits, marking a super rise into the England team for his first tournament much to the delight of partner Annie Keating.Annie, who met the winger when they were school, keeps a low profile but have been seen in public a handful of times, including at Gordon’s Newcastle unveiling.Declan Rice – Lauren FryerDeclan Rice is smitten with childhood sweetheart Lauren FryerCredit: Instagram @laurenfryer_The pair started their relationship back in 2015Credit: Lauren Fryer InstagramDeclan Rice’s long-term partner Lauren Fryer has been a feature at major international tournaments as long as he has, and that will be no different this time around in Germany. The mother-of-one has been with the Arsenal star since 2015 and she tends to keep a low profile on social media. She was subjected to vile abuse from trolls ahead of the tournament.Bukayo Saka – Tomali BensonBukayo Saka pictured with parter Tolami Benson in 2022Credit: Dan Charity / Commissioned by the SunTolami is thought to have been dating Saka since 2020Credit: InstagramBukayo Saka has had quite the romantic football career with Arsenal and England, and in the background of that he has had a blossoming romance with Tolami Benson.She is a regular sight at Arsenal games in support of the winger, and that looks set to once again be the case at Euro 2024.Jordan Pickford – Megan DavisonMegan Davison has been a regular sight at England matches backing Jordan PickfordCredit: GettyShe followed Pickford to Liverpool when he joined Everton in 2017Jordan Pickford has been a safe pair of hands for England under Southgate, and he has also been in safe hands off the pitch thanks to partner Megan Davison, who is a regular sight at England matches.Megan, reportedly met Pickford when they were 14 and moved to Liverpool with him following his transfer to Everton in 2017.John Stones – Olivia NaylorJohn Stones’ girlfriend Olivia Naylor is a former beauticianShe took a step back from her roleCredit: Instagram @olivianaylorJohn Stones will be tasked with anchoring England’s defence at Euro 2024 without the help but partner Harry Maguire, but luckily he will have the support of girlfriend Olivia Naylor.The 33-year-old is a former beautician and stepped back from her role after giving birth to her son.READ MORE SUN STORIESConor Gallagher – Aine MayConor Gallagher’s partner Aine May Kennedy is a dancer and model from CorkShe has her own modelling agencyConor Gallagher’s partner Aine May Kennedy is living the high-life as a Wag and has her own modelling agency.She has just over 61,000 followers on Instagram and is regularly seen jetting off with Conor Gallagher around the world. 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      Dream Team Euros: Netherlands’ top stars, bargain options & players to avoid

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      THERE’S little room for error in Group D at Euro 2024 with the Netherlands up against Poland, France and Austria.The Oranje took on Didier Deschamps’ side during qualifying and didn’t fare all that well, losing 4-0 in Paris and 2-1 in Amsterdam.Be that as it may, Ronald Koeman has some talented players at his disposal this summer and Dream Team Euros managers will understandably be tempted to back some Dutch assets once the action is underway, especially as their most-favourable fixture (Poland) comes in Matchday 1.With that in mind, let’s analyse Netherlands’ top stars, bargain options and players to avoid.PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW – £50,000 PRIZE POT, FREE TO PLAY, GREAT FUN!Netherlands are strong in defence… on paperCredit: Dream TeamTOP STARSThe eye is drawn first and foremost to Netherlands’ wealth of centre-back options.Virgil van Dijk (£5m) and Nathan Ake (£4m) are the absolute bankers with Micky van de Ven (£3.5m), Matthijs de Ligt (£4m), Stefan de Vrij (£3m) and Lutesharel Geertruida (£3m) competing for minutes elsewhere.Jurrien Timber and Sven Botman would both have been strong contenders too had they not suffered the misfortune of injuries this season.Koeman also has a nice problem at right wing-back where both Denzel Dumfries (£4.5m) and Jeremie Frimpong (£4m) are appealing selections.Most read in FootballThe former was among the most prolific assist providers across the continent during qualifying but the latter is coming off the back of an impressive campaign with Bayer Leverkusen.There have been hints that Frimpong may play in a more advanced position so that both he and Dumfries can play in tandem – this eventuality would make him a hugely tempting option for Dream Team bosses as he’s categorised as a defender in our Euros fantasy game.The 23-year-old registered 12 goals and 14 assists in all competitions for the German double winners in 2023/24.Frimpong is a potential game-changerCredit: Kenny RamsayWhile Netherlands’ defence looks strong on paper, it should be noted that they have conceded plenty of goals against the top teams in recent times – something to bear in mind for the knockouts.Up top, Cody Gakpo (£4m) is the main man having scored eight goals and provided three assists in his last 17 outings at international level.And his record of a goal involvement every 125.7 minutes for Liverpool this season may have been overlooked by some.EUROS SCORE PREDICTOR IS HERE! CLICK HERE TO PLAY FOR FREE – £5,000 PRIZE POT!PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament.
      BARGAIN OPTIONSNetherlands’ players appear fairly priced across board generally but there might be some decent value in midfield if gaffers can predict Koeman’s starting line-up.For example, if Teun Koopmeiners (£3m) gets the nod then his price would seem reasonable.The 26-year-old contributed 15 goals and seven assists to Atalanta’s season, which ultimately resulted in Europa League glory.However, Koopmeiners is can’t be considered a guaranteed starter at the time of writing so Dream Team bosses should tread carefully.Gini Wijnaldum and Memphis Depay may still be key figures under KoemanCredit: Kenny RamsayPLAYERS TO AVOIDGini Wijnaldum (£3m) is back in contention and while his historical record at international level is good, many fans fear he won’t be up to speed in Germany.The experienced midfielder spent the domestic season with Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League and failed to score in the second half of the campaign.Elsewhere, Ryan Gravenberch (£3m) is a familiar name but Koeman publicly admitted that the Liverpool man only made the cut because of injuries to other players which gives a fairly clear indication of his place in the pecking order.Frenkie de Jong (£3.5m) is a crucial player for Netherlands and if he’s fully fit and motivated then he should be considered among their top stars rather than players to avoid.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, the Barcelona midfielder is in a race against time to make Matchday 1 and if doesn’t pull through then it might be a baptism of fire for him against France in Matchday 2 – proceed with caution.Dream Team’s Nick Elliott previews this summer’s Euros fantasy game More

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      England stars jet off to Germany to luxury Euro 2024 base as Harry Kane and Co look to lead nation to glory

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE’S England squad have been pictured boarding their flight to Germany for Euro 2024.The Three Lions hopefuls will be hoping to go one better than they managed last time out, when they suffered heartbreak by losing to Italy in a penalty shootout final at Wembley.Prince William met with Gareth Southgate before the flew off to GermanyCredit: PAHe wished the team good luck while they were still at St. George’s ParkCredit: PAThe likes of Ollie Watkins met the Prince before their journeyCredit: APFormer Lioness Jill Scott caught up with the squad before they boarded their coachThe team were seen in a black outfitKane was interviewed again before getting on to the coachScott also caught up with Declan Rice as wellJude Bellingham was interviewed after signing fan autographsKobbie Mainoo was all laughs before boarding the team coachEngland manager Gareth Southgate boarding the plane at Birmingham AirportCredit: PADefender Joe Gomez was also seen getting on the flightCredit: PASouthgate, who has refused to say whether this will be his last tournament in charge, went bold with his 26-player squad selection.Favourites such as Harry Maguire and Jack Grealish were left out, while it will be a debut tournament for the likes of Kobbie Mainoo, Cole Palmer and Adam Wharton.Those selected to shoulder the nation’s hopes of winning a first major international tournament since 1966 met up at St. George’s Park on Sunday.And on Monday afternoon they set off to their five-star Golfresort Weimarer Land base camp, near to east-German town of Blankenhain, which the FA have reportedly paid £800,000 for.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Jill Scott and Josh Denzel caught up with the players before they boarded the coach at around 2pm.The team were seen in an all-black outfit as they boarded. Some stars including Harry Kane, Ollie Watkins, Declan Rice and Aaron Ramsdale were seen grabbing a hot drink.Other stars including Jude Bellingham, Eberechi Eze and Mainoo were caught up with after signing some autographs for fans.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEberechi Eze was seen signing fan autographsCredit: GettyJarrod Bowen grabbed a hot drink before getting on to the team coachCredit: GettyPlayer of the Year Phil Foden joined the team in their black-out attireCredit: GettyBellingham linked up with the team after winning the Champions League last weekendCredit: GettySouthgate and defender Joe Gomez were then seen boarding the flight at Birmingham Airport.After acclimatising to their surroundings, the first training session the team will then have will commence on Tuesday June 11.England’s new Wags set to take Euro 2024 by stormEngland kick off their tournament on Sunday June 16 against Serbia in Gelsenkirchen.The Three Lions will then play Denmark in Frankfurt on June 20 before the final group game against Slovenia in Cologne on June 25.Since a strong qualifying campaign ending in November, England have not been in ideal form going into the tournament.Kyle Walker will be expected to help anchor a new-look England defenceCredit: GettyTrent Alexander-Arnold has made a strong case to start for EnglandCredit: GettyPenalty specialist Ivan Toney made the cut and took selfies with fansCredit: GettyCole Palmer will be hoping for a big tournament after being named Young Player of the YearCredit: GettyEngland camp scheduleHere’s how England’s schedule for Euro 2024 could look
      Sunday June 9: Player Arrivals – 26-man squad arrives at St. George’s Park
      Monday June 10: Squad fly to five-star hotel base camp in Germany
      Tuesday June 11: First training session ahead of Euro 2024
      Saturday June 15: Team travels to Gelsenkirchen for opening game vs Serbia and pre-match media conference
      Sunday June 16: Opening game vs Serbia. KO 8pm
      Thursday June 20: Game 2 vs Denmark. KO 5pm
      Tuesday June 25: Final group game vs Slovenia. KO 8pm
      Sunday June 30/Saturday June 29/Monday July 1 or Tuesday July 2: Last 16 if England win Group/Last 16 if England come second in Group/One of four best third-place teams
      Saturday July 6/Friday July 5: Quarter-finals, Group winners or one of best four third-place finishers/Quarter finals, second in Group and or one of best four third-place finishers
      Wednesday July 10/Tuesday July 9: Semi-finals, Group winner path or third-best path/Semi-finals, runner-up path or third-best path
      Sunday 14: Final, 8pm KO

      March saw England lose 1-0 to Brazil and draw 2-2 to Belgium.England then landed their first win of 2024 against Bosnia Herzegovina on June 3 with a 3-0 victory, before being stunned 1-0 by Iceland last Friday.Captain Kane will be hoping to fire England to glory in GermanyCredit: GettyEngland stars met up on Sunday ahead of the flightCredit: GettySaka was all smiles as he linked up with the squad yesterdayCredit: GettyBellingham met up with the team after winning the Champions League with Real MadridCredit: GettyGareth Southgate will take the handbrake off at Euro 2024… because he has no choiceBy Charlie Wyett
      GARETH SOUTHGATE will have no choice but to take the handbrake off his England team at Euro 2024.
      The defensive crisis gripping the Three Lions means the only option in Germany, within ­reason, will be outright attack.
      Southgate has often been lambasted for his safety-first approach — even if he points out you must go back to Walter Winterbottom’s sides in the 1950s to find an England manager with a better scoring record.
      But with the crocked Harry Maguire left out, Luke Shaw not fit enough to start the tournament and John Stones having made just 12 ­Premier League starts this season, this is not a defence you would stake your life on.
      The last time England went to a major tournament in Germany — the 2006 World Cup — the four centre-backs selected were Sol Campbell (68 caps), Rio Ferdinand (47), Jamie Carragher (25) and John Terry (24).
      This time, when England fly out on Monday, the quartet will be Lewis Dunk (six), Joe Gomez (14), Marc Guehi (ten) and Ezri Konsa (three).
      It makes Southgate’s decision not to recall the 49-cap Eric Dier for his ­provisional squad even stranger — especially considering his strong end to the season with Bayern Munich.
      The elder statesman in his defence — and the one who absolutely has to stay fit — is 71-cap Stones. More

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      When do yellow cards reset at Euro 2024?

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      EURO 2024 is upon us and some of the world’s best players will be in action this summer in Germany.And many world class stars are set to leave it all on the pitch in their bid for glory, which will lead to some intense moments.Yellow card bookings expire once Euro 2024 kicks off in GermanyCredit: AFPYellow cards are inevitable in every major competition, but players will want to avoid testing the referees and VAR’s patience as they will risk a suspension.When do yellow cards reset at Euro 2024?Bookings that took place during the qualifying stages and play-offs expire once Euro 2024 proper kicks off on June 14.And any cautions that take place during the tournament expire upon the completion of the quarter-finals.Yellow cards that take place in the semi-finals expire once the tournament is completed.Read More on FootballUEFA’s Article 54 states: “Cautions that have not resulted in a suspension expire on completion of the qualifying group stage. They are not carried forward to the play-offs nor the final tournament.”Cautions from the play-off matches that have not resulted in a suspension expire on completion of the play-offs. They are not carried forward to the final tournament.”Pending yellow-card suspensions from either the group stage or the play-offs expire on completion of the qualifying competition. They are not carried forward to the final tournament.”Cautions from matches in the final tournament that have not resulted in a suspension expire on completion of the quarter-finals. They are not carried forward to the semi-finals.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Cautions and pending yellow-card suspensions from the final tournament expire at the end of the competition.”However, repeat cautions during the Euro 2024 finals in Germany will lead to a one-match suspension.Scotland given boost ahead of Euro 2024 as major rule change takes step forwardThat takes place after two consecutive bookings or after the fourth yellow card.UEFA rules also dictate: “In case of repeated cautions: “In the qualifying competition, players and team officials are suspended for the next competition match after three cautions, as well as after the fifth and any subsequent caution;”In the final tournament, players and team officials are suspended for the next competition match after two cautions, as well as after the fourth caution.” More

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      Man Utd star, 38, reveals he’s joined Gareth Southgate’s England squad as he hails ‘proud moment’

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      TOM HEATON has revealed that he has accepted an invitation to link up with England’s Euro 2024.The 38-year-old goalkeeper is third choice at Manchester United and has not made an appearance this term.Tom Heaton is heading to Euro 2024 with the England squadCredit: GettyHe has accepted the role of training goalkeeper for the tournamentCredit: GettyBut the three-time capped Three Lions international is ready to do everything possible in order to help Gareth Southgate’s men bring home the trophy from Germany.Heaton was invited to link up with the squad as training goalkeeper – a role he is delighted to accept.The veteran wrote on X: “Incredibly honoured to be asked by Gareth to join the squad.“To get the call to go to a major tournament, to help in anyway I can and pass on my experience is a proud moment.READ MORE ON MAN UTD“We have a great squad, I’m excited and can’t wait to join the group.”Heaton will support the trio of Jordan Pickford, Aaron Ramsdale and Dean Henderson for the duration of the tournament.He won his caps for England between 2016 and 2017 and had previously represented his country at youth level.The ex-Burnley and Aston Villa ace also has experience of tournaments already having been part of the Euro 2016 and 2019 Nations League Finals squads.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSouthgate said: “I am really pleased Tom has agreed to join us in Germany.“Experience tells us that a tournament can put a lot of demand on our goalkeeping group led by Martyn Margetson.Inside England’s stunning five-star Euro 2024 base with robot waiters that will cost £800,000“Tom will play an invaluable role on the training pitch supporting Jordan, Aaron and Dean.“Off the field as someone we all know well, he will add to the positive environment we are always looking to create.“We are grateful to Manchester United for their support in making this happen.”Heaton has found game time hard to come by since returning to the club in the summer of 2021 and is yet to feature this season.TOM HEATONHere’s all you need to know about his career:
      Clubs:
      Man Utd (2002-2010)
      Swindon (2005/06 loan)
      Royal Antwerp (2006 loan)
      Cardiff (2008/09 loan)
      QPR (2009 loan)
      Rochdale (2009/10 loan)
      Wycombe (2010 loan)
      Cardiff (2010-2012)
      Bristol City (2012/13)
      Burnley (2013-2019)
      Aston Villa (2019-2021)
      Man Utd (2021-present)
      Honours: 
      League Cup (2023)Championship title (2016)
      Championship runner-up (2014)
      International:
      England – 3 caps

      But he has played an important role off the pitch and was part of a core group of leaders under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.Erik ten Hag persuaded Heaton to stay at the club last summer amid interest from Luton, with the keeper penning a one-year deal.His current deal expires at the end of this month, but he has been in talks with the club over another extension.READ MORE SUN STORIESHeaton had been considering his options but is open to remaining at Old Trafford in a coaching capacity.He has made three appearances for United, including one in the Champions League, since returning to the team he left Cardiff City in 2010. More

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      Bizarre moment Scotland KITMAN drafted into first Euro 2024 training session as preparations hit by major disruption

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      STEVE CLARKE sprung a shock last week with the surprise call-up of Lewis Morgan to the Scotland squad for Euro 2024.Even still, few could’ve foreseen the KITMAN being drafted into training!Andy Robertson was forced-off during Scotland trainingCredit: PAHis absence led to a shock call-up!Robertson was in good spirits as he made his way back onto the pitchCredit: PAScotland’s Euros heroes are in Germany ahead of Friday’s big kick-off.Clarke’s men will face the hosts in the opening game in Munich.But with the 26-man squad now locked in, preparations took a somewhat concerning turn.Out on the training pitch at their base for the first time, captain Andy Robertson was spotted being escorted off the park.He wasn’t the only player to exit the session, with Lawrence Shankland also forced-off.Robertson, who walked off with the physios, was later spotted emerging back out onto the park.The left-back had a smile on his face and was laughing with the backroom staff, hopefully a sign that there is no major issue.The absences of Robertson and Shankland meant the squad was a little bit light for the training session.Most read in Euro 2024And it meant a shock inclusion!That was because it was none other than the KITMAN who stepped in to save the day.Scotland captain Andy Robertson sparks Euro 2024 injury concern as captain is forced out of training in worrying scenesAidan McIlduff was spotted out on the park with the players, taking an active part in the session.With a bib on and fully kitted out in training gear, McIlduff was spotted with a ball at his feet and also took part in sessions based around team shape and set pieces.The 27-year old isn’t a total novice, however, as he is a footballer himself!A defender, McIlduff came through the youth ranks at Celtic and spent time on loan with Clyde and Queen’s Park while at Parkhead.McIlduff left Celtic in 2017 and has since played for Peterhead, Berwick Rangers and Stenhousemuir.Last season, he turned out for St Cadoc’s in the West of Scotland Football League.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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      Not quite Euro 2024 level!No sooner had he had his big moment, however, he was back to the day job!SunSport captured the moment McIlduff was back on the sidelines cleaning the players’ boots!While all that was going on, midfield ace Kenny McLean was also seen enjoying a game of darts on the sidelines.READ MORE SUN STORIESA dartboard, complete with a Saltire around it, has been brought in.McIlduff was spotted back at the day job after his big momentKenny McLean was spotted enjoying a game of darts on the sidelinesCredit: PAKeep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More