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    Dream Team Euros: Netherlands’ top stars, bargain options & players to avoid

    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

    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?

    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’

    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

    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.
    Watch our daily GoBallistic podcast with Roger Hannah and our SunSport team in Germany as the Tartan Army marches on Munich in search of glory.
    Subscribe now and don’t miss a moment. Herr we go!

    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

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    When is the Euro 2024 opening ceremony? Date and time for concert in Germany

    IT wouldn’t be a Euros tournament without an opening ceremony – and SunSport can provide information on when the 2024 edition will take place.Hosts Germany kick-start the tournament with a mouthwatering fixture against Scotland.Luca De Gregorio and Arca Della of Meduza will be performing at the opening concertCredit: GettyWhile Three Lions fans will have to wait until Sunday, June 16 to see England get their campaign away with a tricky Serbia test.But before the first Euro 2024 whistle, fans have the opportunity to see some local artists perform.Find out everything you need to know about the opening ceremony.When is the Euro 2024 opening ceremony?There has been no confirmation of the official Euro 2024 opening ceremony but there will be an opening concert the day before the first whistle.Read more on Euro 2024Euro 2024 festival Stuttgart is set to take place on Thursday, June 13 and it will feature local artists.Admission for the festival is from 5pm BST but the actual concert starts an hour later at 6pm BST before concluding at around 11:30pm BST.Will there be a closing ceremony?Euro 2024 officials have confirmed that there will be an offical closing ceremony.It will take place ahead of the final on Sunday, July 14 at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin which can host approximately 74,475 fans.Most read in Euro 2024The Euro 2024 song ‘Fire’ will be performed which is a tune constructed by Meduza, OneRepublic and Leony.When is the opening Euro 2024 match?
    Germany’s opening clash with Scotland will take place on Friday, June 14.
    The Euro 2024 curtain raiser is scheduled to kick-off at 8pm BST.
    The Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany will play host and it can host approximately 75,024 fans.
    Euro 2024 – Prince William gives England team a royal send-off before Southgate’s 26 hopefuls jet off to Germany More

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    Prince Louis’ advice to England squad revealed by William as he gives team a royal send-off before Euro 2024

    PRINCE Louis’ advice to the England squad has been revealed by his dad William – as he gave the team a royal send-off before Euro 2024.Wills, who is President of the FA, visited the squad at St George’s Park to wish them good luck before they jet off.Prince William meeting England manager Gareth SouthgateCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalaceHe posed for a squad photo before the Three Lions jet off to the continentCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalaceThe prince with skipper Harry KaneCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalaceHe revealed Prince Louis’s advice for the playersCredit: AFPThe Prince of Wales chatted to Three Lions boss SouthgateCredit: PAThe Prince of Wales during a visit to St George’s Park todayCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalaceThe Prince of Wales chatted to Three Lions boss Southgate before presenting shirts to each of the squad members.William told the players how his children had offered them a hilarious piece of advice.He said: “I was on the school run this morning with the children and I asked them what I should say to you today.”The best bit of advice I got to ask you was to eat twice as much as you normally eat.Read more Sports News”I don’t have visions of all of you running around with massive red tummies and getting stitches on the pitch.”So I think maybe take my youngest’s kind of advice with a pinch of salt.”England skipper Harry Kane jokingly said: “I don’t think our nutritionist will be happy with that advice.”Schools from across the Midlands have also been invited to St George’s Park to attend a festival of football during which schoolchildren will play friendly fixtures against each other.Most read in Euro 2024William attended England’s games in Euro 2020, which took place in Euro 2021 due to Covid, but gave the Qatar World Cup a miss.Back home, pubs are stocking up for a summer soccer spectacular as the nation stands ready to roar on our boys.England’s new Wags set to take Euro 2024 by stormEngland arrive among the favourites but Southgate will be praying for a return to form after Friday’s dismal Wembley send-off when they lost 1-0 to Iceland.Their remote but luxurious base set in 350 acres of glorious countryside – with three golf courses and a spa – is seen as the best soccer HQ of any Euros team.Southgate will start putting players through their paces on the hotel’s own Wembley-quality training pitch tomorrow as the team gears up for Sunday curtain raiser against Serbia.The team’s hotel is near the central German town of Blankenhain – and civic officials were due to hand every player “welcome bags” containing wine, crackers – and dumpling broth.Germany’s national team had training at the hotel before England’s arrival.Bayern Munich star Thomas Müller was revealed to have left a note for club teammate Harry Kane.The message was said to have wished the Three Lions striker “all the best” adding “great conditions, very friendly people – and sometimes it even rains”.Jill Scott and Josh Denvel 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.READ MORE SUN STORIESSome stars including Kane, Ollie Watkins, Declan Rice and Aaron Ramsdale were seen grabbing a hot drink.Other stars, such as Jude Bellingham, Eberechi Eze and Mainoo, were caught up with after signing some autographs for fans.Former Lioness Jill Scott caught up with the squad before they boarded their coachPlayer 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: GettyScott, Prince William, Ollie Watkins and KaneCredit: PAWills even had a kick about during his visit ahead of the EurosCredit: Andrew Parsons / Kensington PalaceWilliam’s pep talk in full

    Guys, I was just thinking on the way here what I would say today. Some of you have heard me speak before, some of you are new to the setup.
    I thought, what can I offer to all of you and your experienced team here, Gareth – what can I say that could help you in any way?
    I was on the school run this morning with the children and I asked them what I should say to you today.
    The best bit of advice I got to ask you was to eat twice as much as you normally eat.
    I don’t have visions of all of you running around with massive red tummies and getting stitches on the pitch.
    So I think maybe take my youngest’s kind of advice with a pinch of salt.
    Tournament football, it’s a big deal. All of you have had fantastic seasons.
    I’ve seen every single one of you play this season. You’ve all done amazingly well.
    As some of you know way better than anyone else in this room, tournament football is brutal.
    It requires a lot more than you’ve already given. You’ve had a long, long season as it is, and we’re going to ask you to go again
    It’s going to be difficult. It’s going to be fun. It’s going to be challenging.
    It’s going to be everything that you’ve ever dreamed of, you know, wearing that English shirt.
    I think you’re going to have to draw on all the experience you’ve had playing club football.
    I think the biggest thing I’ve learned from coming and seeing you guys over the years in the dressing room I’ve been into is the togetherness.
    What Gareth has instilled in all of you over the years, I really feel you’re a unit.
    You fight for each other. You play for each other. And you really care about putting that shirt on.
    And I just want you guys to know how much it means to everyone back here.
    You go out there. Give your all. Play for the shirt. Play for each other. Play for the country.
    Because everyone’s behind you. We really care about what you’re going to do.
    And I think you need to know also, you know, the England team has a target at the back.
    Everyone wants to beat us. So when you step on that pitch, you’re going to be, you’re going to want to be, you know.
    And you guys have got all the talent in the world. You’re a great squad, but talent alone won’t win us the tournament.
    And so whatever you can do, draw on those experiences in other parts of your life, growing up, other inspirations, other people, family members.
    Whatever it is, you know, get that in you right now. Build up on it. Pump yourself up.
    Because, you know, you never know when you might need it in the future. 
    But listen, I’m rambling. I wish you all the best. I really do. I’ve been watching you some games.
    I won’t get to say what I do at home, watching some matches. But we get very much into it. We really enjoy it.
    And yeah, just best of luck, guys. Bye. Thank you. More

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    How many games do players miss for a red card at Euro 2024?

    EURO 2024 promises intense action this summer and some of the world’s biggest stars are set to leave it all on the pitch.That is why some players may push the limits, especially when it matters the most, and that will really test the referees’ and VAR’s patience.A red card leads to a one-match suspension at Euro 2024Credit: GettyPlayers will want to avoid Giorgio Chiellini’s stunt on Bukayo SakaCredit: ReutersWho can ever forget Giorgio Chiellini grabbing Arsenal star Bukayo Saka by the scruff of the neck to stop a dangerous counter-attack during the Euro 2020 final when Italy beat England on penalties?Chiellini was only shown a yellow card for that incident, but players competing in this year’s tournament may want to avoid the same stunt as it could cost their teams dearly.How many games do players miss for a red card at Euro 2024?A red card could spell disaster, especially in the knockout stages where all managers will need their best players.That is because any player who is sent off will be suspended for the next match.Read More on FootballAnd any serious offences could lead to a more devastating punishment by UEFA.As per UEFA’s Article 54: “As a rule, a player or a team official sent off from the field of play and/or its immediate surrounds, including the technical area, is automatically suspended for the next match in the competition. “In case of serious offences, the UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body is entitled to augment this punishment, including by extending it to other competitions.”Funnily enough, the Premier League hasn’t seen a lot of red cards this season with Yves Bissouma and Oliver McBurnie topping the charts with two each.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSScotland given boost ahead of Euro 2024 as major rule change takes step forward More