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      England captain Harry Kane says team are hungry for Euros success after pep talk from Prince William

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      ENGLAND skipper Harry Kane said the team are hungry for Euros success after they had a pep talk from Prince William.But he laughed off a suggestion by Prince Louis that the team should eat double portions of food to achieve it.Prince William joins Gareth Southgate and the England squad before they jetted out to Germany to prepare for their first game of Euro 2024 on SundayCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalaceThe Prince presented every member of the squad with a box containing a special shirt to be worn in the tournamentCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalaceThe England squad in official M&S smart casual wearWills posed for a snap with the England squad — with Gareth Southgate’s men also unveiling an official photo in casual cargo trousers, polo shirts, tees, shirts and bomber jackets made by M&S.As FA President, the Prince of Wales was a regular at Wembley during the last Euros in 2021 and is set to jet to Germany to back the Three Lions this month.He delivered off-the-cuff advice to Southgate and his 26-man squad at St George’s Park yesterday as they prepared to fly out ahead of Sunday’s opener with Serbia.He said: “I was on the school run this morning with the children and I said, ‘What shall I say to the England team? I’m seeing them today’. The best bit of advice I got was to eat twice the amount you normally would eat.READ MORE ON THE THREE LIONS“So I then had visions of you running around, massive great tummies and loads of stitches on the pitch. So maybe take my youngest’s advice with a pinch of salt, particularly around the physio team.”Laughing off six-year-old Louis’ suggestion, Bayern Munich striker Kane, 30, said: “We’ve got to be careful with that. I don’t think a nutritionist was too happy with that advice — but it’s great to have Prince William here.“He’s such a big supporter and has been to a few camps before the major tournaments. It just gives us extra motivation.”Every member of the squad was then presented with a box containing a special shirt to be worn in the tournament.Most read in FootballIt also featured the history of the number they would be wearing and a personalised reminder of how they fell in love with the game as youngsters.Kane’s included a picture of him as a boy with the Ridgeway Rovers Football Club logo — and the words, “Harry Kane: All time goalscorer”.England stars land in Germany ready to be whisked to luxury Euro 2024 base as Kane and Co look to lead nation to gloryRovers is the club in Chingford, East London, where he played as a boy.Prince William, who is an Aston Villa fan, plans to travel to Germany to watch the Three Lions when they take on ­Serbia, Denmark and Slovenia in Group C.Captain Kane said: “He loves it. He’s a big football fan, his kids are obviously big fans as well, now. We know how much it means to the country, to the fans — and that’s everyone from the Royal Family to the shopworkers.“The whole nation comes together and we feel a responsibility to try to make them proud.“The only way we can do that is to go out and give everything for this badge we wear.”Wills joined Southgate, Kane, Villa striker Ollie Watkins, 28, and former Lioness Jill Scott, 37, at St George’s Park’s David Beckham Pitch to watch a tournament played by local school children.William told some of the kids he was “never good at ­scoring”, so often played in defence.Lines of police vansLater, the England squad took off from Birmingham Airport for the 90-minute flight to Erfurt in central Germany. Security was tight at the airport for their arrival.Lines of police vans appeared, plus heavily-armed cop teams and a military helicopter. Hundreds of locals turned up to welcome the squad. The biggest roars were saved for Kane and Real Madrid midfield ace Jude Bellingham, 20.The crowd serenaded Kane with a chant of “Harry, Harry, Harry”.Many were convinced that England have a better chance of lifting the trophy than Germany.Jackie Williams, 47, from Erfurt, said: “Germany have improved lately so they do have a chance but England have the best players.”England have spent £800,000 booking out the entire 94-room Weimarer Land Golf and Spa resort — set in 350 acres with three golf courses — in Blankenhain.READ MORE SUN STORIESResort bosses have installed every UK TV channel in every room to ensure the pampered players do not miss a second of their favourite shows — including Love Island.Star midfielder Declan Rice, 25, said the reality show is required viewing. He also revealed every player has a ­PlayStation games console. The Three Lions remain 3-1 favourites to win Euro 2024, ahead of France and Germany.Harry Kane laughed off a suggestion by Prince Louis that the team should eat double portions of food to satisfy the squad’s hunger for successCredit: APWills joined Southgate, Kane, Villa striker Ollie Watkins and former Lioness Jill Scott at St George’s Park’s David Beckham Pitch to watch a tournament with local kidsCredit: PA More

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      Who is hosting Euro 2028 and will they gain automatic qualification to the tournament?

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      FOOTBALL enthusiasts rightly have their attention on this summer’s European Championships.After there were multiple host nations to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Euros for the 2020 tournament, Germany is the sole host for this year’s event.The host nations for Euro 2028 have been revealedCredit: GettyThe tournament will run between June 14 and July 14.But what about the next tournament?Who is hosting Euro 2028?Fans in the home nations and Ireland can rejoice for Euro 2028 as they will not need to travel to mainland Europe for the tournament.That is because England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland will all be joint hosts of the tournament.READ MORE IN EURO 2024Turkey were the main rival for the hosting rights in four years time, but withdrew from the race, leaving the British Isles as the only option to host.Ten host venues have already been selected across the five nations.England have a selection of six stadiums, with two in London, one in Birmingham, one in Manchester, one in Liverpool and one in Newcastle.Meanwhile, Glasgow, Cardiff, Belfast and Dublin will also host games to ensure all five nations have games. Most read in FootballThe host cities and their stadiums can be seen below:
      England, London – Wembley Stadium
      England, London – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
      England, Birmingham – Villa Park
      England, Manchester – Etihad Stadium
      England, Liverpool – Everton Stadium (under construction)
      England, Newcastle – St James’ Park
      Scotland, Glasgow – Hampden Park
      Wales, Cardiff – Principality Stadium
      Ireland, Dublin – Aviva Stadium
      Northern Ireland, Belfast – Casement Park (under construction)
      It is understood that Cardiff will host the opening match, while the final will be held at Wembley.Will all host nations gain automatic qualification to Euro 2028?Uefa rules state that no more than two host nations can be granted an automatic qualification for tournament finals.This means it will be impossible for all five host nations to agree on which of them should take the guaranteed spots, meaning that all five nations will enter the competition in the qualifying rounds.So with that being said, it means that it’s a possibility that any of the five countries could fail to qualify for Euro 2028.However, it’s still possible that the two automatic qualification places are held in reserve and could be used by any of the five nations that fail to secure a place through qualification.But it has been reported that many within Uefa are “uncomfortable” with the idea of countries who have failed in qualifying to be handed a spot in the finals regardless.Should more than two teams fail to secure spots at Euro 2028 through qualifying, that would present a messy process to determine which teams are left out. More

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      Fans convinced Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling has ‘been hacked’ as he picks controversial England starters

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      JEFF STELLING shockingly dropped THREE of England’s biggest names when selecting who he would pick for their opening game of the Euros.The Three Lions get their tournament underway on Sunday when they take on Serbia in Gelsenkirchen.Jeff Stelling has made some bold calls about England’s team ahead of the EurosCredit: GettyThe Sky Sports legend has left out some huge namesCredit: GettyManager Gareth Southgate is tipped to go with Jordan Pickford in goal and a back four of Kyle Walker, John Stones, Marc Guehi and Kieran Trippier – due to Harry Maguire missing out through injury and Luke Shaw only just returning to the fold.Yet the first of Sky Sports legend Stelling’s controversial decisions is to omit Manchester City man Stones for Brighton’s Lewis Dunk due to the physicality he believes Serbia possess.Speaking on talkSPORT Breakfast, he said: “Serbia are the biggest team in the tournament, the tallest team in the tournament.”They are going to be physical, they are going to be aggressive.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”John Stones has picked up a knock, he’s not physical, he’s not aggressive, so I’ve put Lewis Dunk in there.”Stelling made no comments about England’s midfield – which Trent Alexander-Arnold is being tipped to be included in alongside Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham.But up front former Soccer Saturday icon Stelling then makes two more massive calls.He opts to drop both Arsenal star Bukayo Saka and Premier League Player of the Year Phil Foden.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSStelling does not believe John Stones should start against SerbiaCredit: GettyFoden was named Premier League Player of the Year after a sensational campaignStelling, who sticks with Harry Kane to lead the line, replaces the two wide men tipped to start the tournament with Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer and Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon.He added: “My front three is going to be a bit controversial. I’m going to pick [Cole] Palmer just ahead of Bukayo Saka.Harry Kane reveals his ‘perfect outcome’ before heading off to EurosSunSport has filled in the gaps for Stelling’s England XI following his controversial picks”Saka’s had a bit of a knock, not quite back up to 100 per cent, I think Palmer showed enough against Iceland.”Palmer, [Harry] Kane and Anthony Gordon, who I thought was our biggest threat for [the] most part of the night.”He has been in brilliant form, and everyone’s going to batter me because there is no Phil Foden there.”But Foden, four goals in 34 games for England. I think Gareth Southgate and his staff are scratching their heads as to how to get the best out of Phil Foden for England.”Reacting to Stelling’s picks, one fan replied: “You guys should call your IT department ASAP. Somebody hacked Stelling’s computer and published his England starting 11 without Foden.”While another added: “There is no universe where Gordon should start over Foden.”And a third responded: “That CB pairing will lose us this tournament. Defence is shocking.”PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament. More

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      England hit by FIVE injury worries ahead of Serbia clash as Gareth Southgate sweats on Euro 2024 stars’ fitness

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE is reportedly sweating over the fitness of FIVE England stars ahead of his side’s Euro opener against Serbia.The Three Lions kick off their adventure at the tournament on Sunday, just nine days after a dismal 1-0 friendly defeat to Iceland at Wembley.Jude Bellingham is one of five fitness doubts for England’s Euro opener against SerbiaCredit: GettyBukayo Saka and Phil Foden could also miss the crunch game on SundayCredit: GettySouthgate stunned fans by picking a relatively inexperienced and young Euros squad while leaving out big names such as Jack Grealish, James Maddison and Harry Maguire.And he could be forced to field newbies including Anthony Gordon, Cole Palmer and Eberechi Eze sooner than expected amid questions over the fitness of five England regulars.The Telegraph claims Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka, John Stones and Luke Shaw will all need to be checked ahead of the Serbia match.The quintet are key players in Southgate’s starting XI when fit.READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSAnd their absences would be a huge blow as England look to start the Euros with a bang.Bellingham missed the friendlies against Iceland and Bosnia & Herzegovina after leading Real Madrid to Champions League glory at the start of the month.While Foden was a shadow of his former self at Wembley on Friday despite playing the whole 90 minutes.Saka managed just half an hour from the bench after missing the last month with injury.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSWhat 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.”

      John Stones is a doubt after injuring his ankle against IcelandCredit: GettyKieran Tripper will start in place of Luke Shaw against SerbiaCredit: GettyAnd Stones was hauled off at half-time after picking up a knock to his ankle.As for Shaw, he was absent altogether after featuring just 15 times for Man United this season and looks certain to miss out against Serbia.It means Kieran Tripper will start at left-back on Sunday.And should the other four stars also be sidelined, it will leave Southgate with a selection dilemma.Lewis Dunk, Ezri Konsa and Joe Gomez will battle for a place alongside Marc Guehi at centre-back.PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament.
      While Chelsea star Palmer is the obvious candidate to replace Bellingham as Southgate’s No10.Anthony Gordon and Eberechi Eze have both looked sharp on the left in recent games.And Jarrad Bowen could be a shoe-in for Saka on the right.However, Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to get the nod in midfield alongside Declan Rice.That’s despite the presence of Conor Gallagher, as well as impressive youngsters Kobbie Mainoo and Adam Wharton.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd it also shows the U-turn Alexander-Arnold has performed under Southgate, having previously been a fringe player for England.A source told the Telegraph: “A lot can change, obviously, but Trent was given the No8 shirt for a reason.”Gareth 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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      Germany’s Euro 2024 plans thrown into chaos as stars Rudiger and Fullkrug ‘almost come to blows’ in training

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      GERMANY’S Euro 2024 plans are in chaos after Antonio Rudiger and Niclas Fullkrug reportedly had a training ground bust-up.The two stars reportedly almost came to blows during a public training session in front of 4,000 fans.Niclas Fullkrug and Antonio Rudiger were involved in a heated exchange during trainingCredit: APGerman outlet Bild has reported that the two stars, both 31, were opponents during a crossing exercise.The report states that they were repeatedly tackling each other until Fullkrug cursed at Real Madrid centre back Rudiger while on the ground.The Borussia Dortmund striker reportedly then shouted at coach Mads Buttgereit: “Blow the whistle already”.The report goes on to say that the two then pushed each other and “almost come to blows”.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt is said that assistant coach Sandro Wagner had to step in to separate the two players.The team then had a drinks break but both players were “still upset”.EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSFullkrug is then claimed to have stormed past Rudiger and Wagner “angrily”.The report then claims that former Chelsea ace Rudiger did not return to training and instead went for a run with the athletic trainer.Most read in FootballPLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament.

      However the matter has since been dealt with, and there are no hard feelings between the two.They are long-time mates and have been firm friends since their days together in the German youth team.SunSport’s Derek McGregor has the latest from Germany as striker Niclas Fullkrug gears up for Scotland clash at Euro 2024Fullkrug and Rudiger were recently on opposite teams as Dortmund faced Real Madrid in the Champions League final.Rudiger finished on the winning side as goals from Vinicius Jr and Dani Carvajal were enough to seal a 2-0 victory.Hosts Germany are among the favourites to win Euro 2024.They kickstart the tournament on Friday night against Scotland at the Allianz Arena in Munich.Julian Nagelsmann’s side will then face off against Hungary and Switzerland to try and qualify for the knockout stages.Germany will be hoping to improve on their performance from Euro 2020.England knocked them out at the round of 16 stages thanks to goals from Raheem Sterling and Harry Kane at Wembley.EURO 2024 LIVE: LATEST UPDATES FROM THE TOURNAMENT More

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      Gareth Southgate set to make shock tactical tweak as Declan Rice’s likely partner for England vs Serbia clash revealed

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      TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD is in “pole position” to start in Gareth Southgate’s midfield for England’s opening game of the Euros against Serbia, according to reports.There has been much debate surrounding the third spot in the middle of the park, with Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham certainties for Sunday’s clash.Gareth Southgate looks set to make a bold call in midfieldCredit: RexTrent Alexander-Arnold looks set to start in midfield with Declan RiceCredit: GettyConor Gallagher, Kobbie Mainoo and Adam Wharton have all been considered as options.Some have also called for Bellingham to play deeper, freeing up Phil Foden to move from the left into the No10 position.But according to The Telegraph, Liverpool man Alexander-Arnold is the front-runner to kick off the tournament in Southgate’s side.Having progressed into midfield from right-back, he impressed for his country in a 3-0 win over Bosnia last week.READ MORE ON ENGLANDAlexander-Arnold, who has been given the No8 shirt for the Euros, scored a superb volley to round off an accomplished display in which his stunning range of passing was front and centre.He also came off the bench in Friday’s 1-0 defeat to Iceland – taking his number of caps to 25.A source told The Telegraph: “A lot can change, obviously, but Trent was given the No 8 shirt for a reason.”England flew to Germany from Birmingham Airport on Monday, six days before they begin a campaign they will be hoping runs until July 14.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSThe most like England team for the game against Serbia on SundayGareth 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.

      And it is understood Southgate will be keeping a close eye on a number of his players when they begin training amid fitness concerns.John Stones, Bukayo Saka, Foden, Bellingham and Luke Shaw are all carrying various issues.Inside England’s stunning five-star Euro 2024 base with robot waiters that will cost £800,000PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament.

      Stones was substituted at half-time in the loss to Iceland, while Saka has yet to shake off a groin injury picked up at the end of the Premier League season.Foden and Bellingham are also being monitored, while Shaw is near a return to selection but is not expected to be ready for the Serbia game.This is likely to mean Kieran Trippier will start at left-back for their Euros opener, before they face Denmark on June 20 and Slovenia five days later.England’s base for the Euros is the luxury Weimarer Land Golf Hotel and Spa in central Germany.The FA snapped up the 350-acre resort — including a Wembley-quality training pitch and three golf courses — in an £800,000 deal in November.Alexander-Arnold was snapped arriving in Germany on MondayCredit: Paul EdwardsThe England squad arrived in Germany after jetting off from Birmingham AirportCredit: GettyAlexander-Arnold is set to link-up with Jude Bellingham in England’s midfieldCredit: Paul EdwardsWhat 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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      How many penalties are taken in a shootout at Euro 2024?

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      EURO 2024 promises such high-octane drama that penalty shootouts sound almost inevitable.Who can ever forget England missing out on another major trophy during the final of Euro 2020 when they lost an intense shootout to Italy at Wembley?A penalty shootout still consists of five spot-kicks for each teamCredit: AlamyEngland will prefer to avoid another dramatic penalty shootoutCredit: GettyThe Three Lions never liked penalties as they have lost a staggering six out of nine attempts throughout their long World Cup, Euro and Nations League history.No one promises Gareth Southgate’s side won’t have to go through their 10th shootout in Germany, which is the country that has caused them a lot of hurt throughout the years.If England or any other side at Euro 2024 find themselves in a penalty shootout – SunSport has all the details you need…How many penalties are taken in a shootout at Euro 2024?Each team will get five spot-kicks against their opponent’s goalkeeper.Read More on FootballIf the procedure ends in a draw then both teams move on to sudden death.Sudden death rules dictate that every player from each team will have to take a shot until a victor emerges.The five players who took on a penalty kick can’t shoot again during sudden death unless all their other teammates have a go and a winner is still not crowned.Of course, no penalty shootouts will occur during the group stages of the European tournament.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThat is something that is reserved for the knockout stages, starting in the Last 16.England’s fiercest penalty rivals Germany, Portugal and Italy have all made it to the Euro 2024 finals.Scotland given boost ahead of Euro 2024 as major rule change takes step forwardThe Three Lions have lost twice to each one of them throughout the years.The national team has only beaten Colombia, Spain and Switzerland.PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament. More

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      Make sure you follow Euro 2024 office sweepstake rules – there’s a way you could be fined £5k or end up in prison

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      EURO 2024 office sweepstake entrants could be breaking the law if they make very simple mistakes.With this year’s UEFA European Championship beginning in just days, sweepstakes will be enjoyed all across the continent.Those playing in office sweepstakes for Euro 2024 should be aware of the lawCredit: RexEngland kick off their Euro 2024 campaign this SundayCredit: APEuro 2024 will kick off on Friday when hosts Germany take on Scotland in Munich, and then it’ll end in Berlin exactly one month later when 24 teams will have been whittled down to two to contest the final.Many office sweepstakes will be set up by workers getting behind each of the European nations involved.Sweepstakes are a type of lottery, which means customers pay to enter and gain the chance to win a prize based on chance. If you’ve played before you will know that you typically pick names at random out of a hat.Read More in FootballEach player is hoping their assigned team will make it all the way to the end of the tournament as champions to take a prize, which is usually a pot of money raised by all players.But while many of us have taken part in sweepstakes in the past, it’s likely you have never given a single thought to whether it is legal.In fact, setting up an illegal lottery could land you in hot water, resulting in 51 weeks in prison or a £5,000 fine.Ahead of all the excitement, solicitors Poppleston Allen have revealed the rules you should be aware of to ensure you are fully compliant while running the wager.Most read in Euro 2024The law for what is allowed is governed by the Gambling Act 2005, with the Gambling Commission publishing guidance on the regulations surrounding fundraising, raffles and lotteries.In the new post-pandemic world of work, remote working employees who enter your sweepstake could be breaking the law.The draw must be done physically at the business premises – which means if you’re working from home, you can’t participate unless you go into the office to partake in the draw.Euro 2024 – Prince William gives England team a royal send-off before Southgate’s 26 hopefuls jet off to GermanyAll players must also work at the same physical offices – so that means the London office can’t participate in the Manchester office’s draw, for example.You cannot run sweepstakes across multiple offices, say the legal experts.Proceeds can be used for charitable purposes, or given to participants as prizes.The promotion/customer lottery must only be advertised on work premises, not online.Likewise, the lottery must only be promoted by those working in a single set of offices.There must be a winner, as monies cannot be rolled over to another game and participants must pay the same price for each ticket.It is also important to note that the rights attached to the ticket cannot be passed on to another person once purchased.Organisers can deduct reasonable expenses from the proceeds to cover the cost of prizes and tickets.A Poppleston Allen spokesperson said: “Ultimately, it is a criminal offence to run an illegal lottery and you could face prosecution. “The maximum punishment for breaches is 51 weeks in prison or a £5,000 fine.“However, the rules are straightforward and easy to follow. But if you’re unsure of a situation regarding office sweepstakes, please feel free to contact any of the Poppleston Allen licensing solicitors – and may your chosen team make it to the final!”PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament.
      England take on Serbia at the Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen in western Germany this Sunday.But while it will be the chance for Gareth Southgate’s men to lay down a marker as one of the favourites to win the Euros, the match could be the centre of hooliganism for many fans.Their opening clash with Serbia has been identified as one of the four “high-risk” matches in the group stages of the tournament this season.Following the Covid pandemic and the winter Qatar World Cup, this tournament presents the first chance for a new generation of supporters to follow England at a major tournament.Approximately 1,600 known troublemakers were forced to surrender their passports for the duration of Euro 2024.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, there is a real and genuine threat of rival fans wanting to confront their English counterparts in Germany – especially by the Serbians.Serbian hooligans have built a reputation as some of the most violent football fans in the whole world.Gareth 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.

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