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      Price of pint at Euro 2024 fan zone revealed in huge boost for England ahead of opening clash against Serbia

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      ENGLAND fans will be able to enjoy a pint for as little as £4.20 when they watch the Three Lions in action at the Euros.Supporters travelling to Germany without a ticket will be able to watch the team in action in their first game against Serbia in a fan zone.England fans will be able to watch their side in action against Serbia in a free fan zoneCredit: AlamyA pint of beer will cost as little as £4.20Credit: GettyThe Trabrennbahn racecourse in Gelsenkirchen has once again been allocated to England fans – just as it was for the 2006 World Cup.The 40,000 capacity venue will allow fans in for free and offers live music, food and drink.And perhaps most importantly, a pint of Bitburger Pils beer will cost just €5 – a mere £4.20.A shuttlebus from Gelsenkirchen central station will also be laid on for fans free of charge.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile Serbia fans have been separated and directed to the area of Buer, north of the stadium.England fans have been told not to mix with opposing fans, while British civil servants have warned about the strength of German beer. The average percentage of alcohol in UK beer is around 4.4 per cent according to Drinkaware.Whereas in Germany that figure rises to between 4.7 and 5.4 per cent.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSUp to half a million British fans are expected to head to games in Germany, which could even rise to 800,000. And fans have been warned by the Foreign Office: “Beer can be stronger than in the UK, so drink responsibly, know your limits and respect local laws. You may not be let into the stadium if you drink too much.”Become a Euro 2024 expert in two minutesInside German castle England Wags plan to stay at for Euro 2024England’s Wags plan to stay in a luxury German castle during the Euros this summer.

      A source revealed they are keen to let their hair down after abiding by strict rules at the World Cup in Qatar, and are planning a stay in a private, secluded area.
      The Wags have scouted the five-star Schlosshotel resort in Kronberg, where rooms cost up to £1,750 a night, and the Schloss Auel Boutique Hotel in Lohmar.
      The hotel also offers a limousine service for guests, comes with on-call masseuses and butlers and boasts a Porsche rental service.
      The group are also looking at Schloss Auel Boutique Hotel in Lohmar.
      It offers cocktail bars, Michelin star chefs and a team of personal assistants to assist with any requests.
      The group could include Kieran Trippier’s wife Charlotte, Jordan Pickford’s wife Megan, Harry Maguire’s wife Fern, Kyle Walker’s wife Annie and Luke Shaw’s partner Anouska Santos.
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      Dream Team’s Euros fantasy game: Transfer allowance and Matchdays explained

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      DREAM TEAM’S Euros fantasy game is available to play now with this summer’s tournament set to kick off in Germany on June 14th.Understandably, almost every manager will be focused on the creation of their initial XI at this stage but it’s imperative all gaffers fully understand how Matchdays will work; and how transfers are allocated.PLAY DREAM TEAM’S EUROS FANTASY GAME NOW – £50,000 PRIZE POT, FREE TO PLAY, GREAT FUN!Excitement for Dream Team Euros is building by the dayCredit: Dream TeamMATCHDAYSDream Team’s Euros fantasy game is divided into seven scoring periods known as Matchdays.
      Matchday 1 – first round of group fixtures (12 games)
      Matchday 2 – second round of groups fixtures (12 games)
      Matchday 3 – third round of group fixtures (12 games)
      Matchday 4 – round of 16 fixtures (8 games)
      Matchday 5 – quarter-finals (4 games)
      Matchday 6 – semi-finals (2 games)
      Matchday 7 – final (1 game)
      Each Matchday begins one hour before the first game of the relevant scoring period kicks off so the deadline for Matchday 1 is 7pm on June 14th, an hour before Germany take on Scotland in the opening fixture.Matchday 1 will conclude with Portugal v Czech Republic on June 18th, after which point all 24 teams present at the tournament will have played once.It’s important you lock in your starting team before that first deadline because any changes made after 7pm won’t come into effect until Matchday 2.To be clear, if you transfer one England player out for another on Sunday June 16th based on a leaked starting line-up, that change won’t go through until three days later, when Matchday 2 begins.Once the tournament is underway, make sure you adhere to the Matchday deadlines when making transfers, playing Boosters and selecting your captain.Don’t forget our Euros Bracket Challenge!Credit: Dream TeamPLAY OUR EUROS BRACKET CHALLENGE GAME – IPHONE 15 PRO MAX UP FOR GRABS!TRANSFERSYou are free to make unlimited transfers prior to Matchday 1 as this will enable you to experiment with various formations, combinations and strategies.Once the tournament begins, you will be allocated a certain number of transfers dependent on the Matchday.
      Matchday 1 – unlimited transfers (prior to deadline)
      Matchday 2 – three transfers
      Matchday 3 – three transfers
      Matchday 4 – unlimited transfers (before round of 16)
      Matchday 5 – five transfers
      Matchday 6 – five transfers
      Matchday 7 – five transfers
      As you can see, your initial XI should be relatively tailored to the group stage as a whole as you’ll only have a maximum of three transfers prior to Matchday 2 and the same again for Matchday 3.However, unlimited transfers before Matchday 4 (round of 16 fixtures) will allow you to build your team from the ground up in preparation for the knockout stages if you so desire.It’s important to note that your overall budget will increase from £50million to £53million from Matchday 5 onwards.This should allow you to select a fully active XI even if all the so-called big teams (with their more expensive players) make it to the last eight.Use your transfers to keep your team in tip-top shapeUnlike our regular season fantasy game, transfers can not be rolled over from one Matchday to the next.Transfers can be reversed, however, by pressing ‘undo’ when managing your team for the upcoming Gameweek.For example, if you wish to swap Harry Kane for Kylian Mbappe between Gameweeks 2 and 3 but later read that the France forward is an injury doubt, you can reverse the transfer (prior to the Matchday deadline) and revert to England’s captain – you will also get the transfer back.It’s also worth noting that you are not obligated to make any transfers.If you believe your XI is well set up for Matchday 2 after doing well in Matchday 1 then it’s perfectly reasonable to not change anything.Needless to say, you should use your transfers to react to the unfolding drama of the tournament and improve the point-scoring ability of your XI.CLICK HERE TO PLAY EUROS SCORE PREDICTOR NOW – £5,000 PRIZE POT!Dream Team’s Nick Elliott previews this summer’s Euros fantasy game More

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      What is the official song of Euro 2024?

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      UEFA have revealed their official song for Euro 2024 – ‘FIRE’.The track, which features Grammy nominated group OneRepublic, house producers MEDUZA and pop star Leony, is already a hit online.MEDUZA, OneRepublic and Leony follow in the footsteps of Enrique Iglesias and David Guetta, among others, as the official UEFA #EURO2024 song is released 🎶A look back at previous official EURO songs 👇— UEFA EURO 2024 (@EURO2024) May 10, 2024

      With less than a month until the tournament gets underway in Munich, Germany on June 14, the track is already living up to its name.The anthem was written by American pop rock band OneRepublic, and produced by Italian trio MEDUZA.The official song merges the Italian group’s anthemic house set-up with the German singer-songwriter Leony’s pop expertise into one three-minute track.’FIRE’ embodies the fervour and spirit of football and music fans alike.READ MORE EURO NEWSUefa stated that the song looks to promote the vibrancy of football, while at the same time, aiming to become a staple anthem by appealing to music enthusiasts. Uefa EURO 2024 tournament director Philipp Lahm said: “Football and music both have the power to unite people.””When I think of EURO ’96, I have ‘Football’s Coming Home’ in my head.”At UEFA EURO 2024, we want to celebrate Europe’s diversity and strengthen the feeling of togetherness. Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Good sport and beautiful music should carry us through the summer – with the song ‘FIRE’.”After Ryan Tedder wrote the music and invited MEDUZA and Leony to join him, the unlikely combo spent three months working on the project.’Please don’t play that at matches next season’, beg Luton fans after Coldplay reveal new song for Hatters at festivalTedder said: “We wrote it for football and music fans everywhere, hoping it will inspire and unite us as we count down to the Euros. “The #LightYourFire campaign is an invitation to fans worldwide to join us on this journey.”Supporters will have the chance to see the anthem performed live by the three artists during the closing ceremony, which takes place ahead of the final at Olympiastadion Berlin on Sunday 14 July. More

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      Euro 2024: Get £10 free bet to spend on football PLUS extra £20 bonus and 50 free spins when you register with Tote

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      TOTE have an epic offer for brand new customers to celebrate the launch of their brand new Sportsbook!The bookmakers have created a superb new Sportsbook that offers everything from football, golf, cricket, tennis and so much more to join their unparalleled horse racing offers.And new punters who register an account and stake a tenner will receive a £10 free bet to spend on football, a £20 bonus on horse racing and an extra 50 free spins!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereEuro 2024: Get £10 free bet to spend on football PLUS extra £20 bonus and 50 free spins when you register with ToteCredit: TOTEHow to claim..Tote special offer

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      Play Dream Team’s Euros Score Predictor game alongside this summer’s tournament – £5,000 prize pot!

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      THINK you have an idea of how this summer’s Euros will play out?Dream Team’s Euros Score Predictor game invites you to forecast the results of all 51 matches set to take place at this summer’s tournament.The more accurate your predictions prove to be, the more points you’ll gain and the higher you’ll appear on the overall leaderboard.After the final, the entrant with the most points will bank a whopping £3,500 – with £1,500 for the runner-up and £500 for third.Just like our Euros fantasy game, Euros Score Predictor is free to play and will surely enhance your enjoyment of this summer’s football extravaganza.And why not play in Mini Leagues against your mates (or colleagues, family members, etc) so you can battle it out for bragging rights?CLICK HERE TO PLAY EUROS SCORE PREDICTOR NOW – £5,000 PRIZE POT!Submit your predictions for Matchday 1 now!Credit: Dream TeamEuros Score Predictor is divided into seven Matchdays that align with the tournament’s format:
      Matchday 1 – first round of group fixtures (12 games)
      Matchday 2 – second round of group fixtures (12 games)
      Matchday 3 – third round of group fixtures (12 games)
      Matchday 4 – round of 16 fixtures (8 games)
      Matchday 5 – quarter-finals (4 games)
      Matchday 6 – semi-finals (2 games)
      Matchday 7 – final (1 game)
      You have to submit your predictions for every fixture in the upcoming Matchday for your entry to be valid but you can subsequently alter predictions right up until kick-off for each relevant game.Most read in FootballSo for Matchday 1, you must first submit predictions for all 12 of the group games set to take place from June 14th until June 18th.However, if you initially predict a 4-0 win for France over Austria, for example, but news breaks of an injury crisis among Didier Deschamps’ squad then you’ll be able to tweak your score for that fixture when you get a look at Les Bleus’ depleted line-up.You are free to submit predictions for the first three Matchdays (entire group stage) right now if you wish but, whatever your preference, just make sure you’ve entered the full allotment of predictions for each Matchday before it gets underway.Play Dream Team’s Euros fantasy game this summer!Credit: Dream TeamCLICK HERE TO PLAY DREAM TEAM’S EUROS FANTASY GAME NOW!As previously mentioned, you will score points based on the accuracy of your predictions.Here’s how points are earned:
      Correct outcome +4 pts
      Correct score bonus +3pts
      Correct ‘home team’ goals +1 pt
      Correct ‘away team’ goals +1 pt
      Correct score difference +1 pt
      Of course, all teams bar Germany will be on foreign soil this summer but each fixture has a designated ‘home team’ and ‘away team’ – the former is always listed first.The term ‘correct outcome’ refers to the general result of the match in question – home win, draw or away win.If, for example, you predict Germany to beat Scotland 4-0 in the tournament’s opening game but it actually ends 2-1 to the hosts, you would still earn four points for correctly predicting the winning team.However, if you accurately predict a 2-1 win for Julian Nagelsmann’s side then you would bank ten points in one fell swoop – four points for the correct outcome, three points for the exact score, and one point each for the numbers of home goals, away goals and correct score difference.It’s important to note that results are measured at the end of normal time (90 minutes plus stoppage time) once the knockout stages are underway – extra time and penalty shootouts are irrelevant for the purposes of Euros Score Predictor.For example, if you predict a 2-2 draw between Portugal and Netherlands in the quarter-finals and it finishes that way at the end of normal time, you will receive ten points, even if Cristiano Ronaldo goes on to score a winner in extra time.Cristiano Ronaldo won the Euros with Portugal in 2016Credit: Getty – ContributorThese are the fixtures for Matchday 1:
      Germany v Scotland
      Hungary v Switzerland
      Spain v Croatia
      Italy v Albania
      Poland v Netherlands
      Slovenia v Denmark
      Serbia v England
      Romania v Ukraine
      Belgium v Slovakia
      Austria v France
      Turkey v Georgia
      Portugal v Czechia
      Can you spot the one-sided thrashings, the damp squibs and the shocking upsets?If not, feel free to select one of the ‘quick picks’ under each fixture and this will fill in a common prediction for you.By all means, dig deep into the stats and form relevant to each match-up if you like but if you opt for sheer gut instinct – a method used by several Score Predictor winners during the regular season – then it will only take mere seconds to enter your predictions for each Matchday.READ MORE SUN STORIESWith a £5,000 prize pot up for grabs, why not get involved via our app or website today?PLAY OUR EUROS BRACKET CHALLENGE GAME – IPHONE 15 PRO MAX UP FOR GRABS!Dream Team’s Nick Elliott previews this summer’s Euros fantasy game More

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      Wayne Rooney’s BBC schedule up in the air with Plymouth manager expected at pre-season 12 DAYS before Euro 2024 final

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      WAYNE  ROONEY has some juggling to do to fulfil his BBC Sport commitments after his managerial return at Plymouth.The ex-England captain, who impressed as an FA Cup final pundit, will be in the BBC’s Berlin studios for the Euros.Wayne Rooney will be in charge of Plymouth Argyle next seasonCredit: GettyBut he needs to work out his schedule as the Pilgrims return to training on July 2 — 12 days before the Euros final.Although he will still be in Berlin for some games, Rooney plans to divide his time with Plymouth to prepare for the start of the season.Argyle’s first pre-season friendly is at Exmouth Town on July 9, the same day as one of the semis —  although if England top their group, they will not be in that half of the draw.His appointment at Plymouth raised some eyebrows after his flop at Birmingham — but Rooney can argue he did not have a transfer window in Brum to sign players.READ MORE ON WAYNE ROONEYDOR BLIMEYWIN or lose, Dortmund will have a big party in London on Saturday night.They have booked venue Outernet in the West End and recently-departed Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp — in charge of Dortmund when they lost the 2013 final to Bayern Munich — is among the guests invited.But the Dortmund players have already made it clear that they will only stay at the event for two hours… because they want to go clubbing!MARSCHING OUTJESSE MARSCH brutally name-checked ­Crysencio Summerville and Ademola ­Lookman in a podcast a few months ago.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe former Leeds and Leipzig boss said the two players “stunk” in training.But there has been little wrong with their performances this season.Summerville was the Championship player of the season — even though Leeds lost in the play-off final.’You little f***er!’ fumes Gary Neville as Wayne Rooney reveals moment he was told to ‘boot f*** out of’ Man Utd legendBBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:

      BBC presenters:
      Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman
      ITV presenters:
      Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods 
      BBC pundits:
      Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFadden
      ITV pundits:
      Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina Unkel
      BBC commentators:
      Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan Pearce
      ITV commentators:
      Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe Speight
      BBC co-commentators:
      Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFadden
      ITV co-commentators:
      Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend

      And a Lookman hat-trick gave Atalanta a 3-0 Europa League final win over Bayer Leverkusen.BELL OF THE BALLJUDE BELLINGHAM delivered a media masterclass talking to Spanish and English journalists at Real Madrid’s press day on Monday.Even so, he said: “I’m more nervous standing here in front of you guys.“This is scarier than Wembley.”Maybe that is why we still rarely hear him talk. Hopefully, that might change during Euro 2024.FAN WORRYENGLAND and Scotland fans will be getting a shock if they think they will be able to avoid carrying cash at Euro 2024.READ MORE SUN STORIESWhile you can still use bank cards in restaurants in Germany, a huge number of bars and pubs have ‘cash only’ signs in windows.Equally, only about 50 per cent of taxi drivers accept cards, so supporters need to remember to swap their pounds for euros. More

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      Moment Scott McTominay appears to struggle with leg injury on holiday by pool with ex-Man Utd team-mate Michael Carrick

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      SCOTT McTOMINAY is seemingly still nursing his war wound from the FA Cup final on holiday.The Scotland international played 90 minutes of Manchester United’s shock Cup triumph over rivals Manchester City last Saturday.Scott McTominay hobbled off the pitch in the closing moments of the FA Cup finalCredit: GettyThe midfielder was spotted in Ibiza just hours after Manchester United’s triumphCredit: INSTAGRAM@BENCHVIEWS.TVMcTominay appeared to be moving gingerlyCredit: INSTAGRAM@BENCHVIEWS.TVMcTominay, 27, hobbled off the pitch in added time and was replaced by Mason Mount.The midfielder is currently enjoying a well-earned holiday in Ibiza with some of his pals, including former Red Devils midfielder Michael Carrick.And worryingly for Scotland fans, he appears to still be moving gingerly.Footage of an uncomfortable-looking McTominay sitting poolside at a plush hotel on the Balearic island went viral.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn the clip, the Scot appears to show Carrick that his right leg is still bothering him.United and Scotland fans were quick to comment, with one writing on X: “They got to Spain from the UK within 24 hours.”Another said: “Wasted no time.”And another said: “Get in. He can’t be that injured.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother chimed in: “I saw that [Diogo] Dalot was at the FI in Monaco.”Just seems strange that within 24hrs of winning a cup they are all off elsewhere. Fans convinced Scott McTominay shouted X-rated blast at Liverpool fans after Man Utd’s epic FA Cup win”Hardly had time to celebrate as a team.”One furious Scotland fan said: “Get your a**e to the Scotland camp!”Scotland manager Steve Clarke will no doubt be sweating on the fitness of McTominay, who fired the Tartan Army to Euro 2024 with seven goals in ten qualification matches.It’s unclear at this moment in time if McTominay will play in the Scots’ warm-up matches against Gibraltar and Finland next Monday and Friday respectively.Scotland kick off their Euro campaign with a daunting Group A match against tournament hosts Germany. More

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      Gareth Southgate says he was ‘bullied’ in football and reveals Euro 2024 outfit as he poses in £3,000 cashmere cardigan

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE has revealed he will ditch his suits for “short-sleeved knits” at this summer’s Euros.The England manager, 53, has garnered a lot of attention when it comes to his choice of outfit ever since becoming famous for his M&S waistcoat at the 2018 World Cup.Gareth Southgate has often worn blazers during games but is set to ditch that look this summerSouthgate modelled a £3,000 cardigan as part of his interview with GQIn recent years, he has gone with blazers and jumpers – including in the March friendlies against Brazil and Belgium.But now he is preparing to change things up for the trip to Germany, revealing he will turn to knitwear for the Euros in an attempt to add to a laid back atmosphere.Speaking to GQ Magazine, Southgate, who modelled a £3,000 cashmere cardigan as part of a photo shoot for the interview, said: “Whenever you put something on, you’re making some sort of a statement, aren’t you? I am conscious of that now [after 2018 World Cup].”This year, it will be more short-sleeved knits than a suit and tie, because we’re trying to create a relaxed environment.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”When you’re working with young lads, you don’t want to be too stiff – in what you’re doing or wearing.”Southgate took England to the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup, final of the Euros in 2020, and quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.His success with the national team has seen him become a much-loved figure among many England supporters.That adoration has even led to the play “Dear England” – a theatre production written by James Graham that centres around Southgate’s leadership.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSEngland fans loved his waistcoat look at the 2018 World CupCredit: GettyAnd while the England boss has not watched it, he acknowledges it must be a sign of his accomplishments in the job.He said: “I know people that have been [to see the play] and that the writer’s a very talented guy, so I know it’s a positive thing. But I don’t really want to go and watch myself on stage. That would be very odd.Marcus Rashford and Henderson OUT of Gareth Southgate’s England Squad for Euro 2024″I am ambivalent about it because the important thing in my world is to be judged as a football coach.”Although I’m pleased people respect the impact we’ve had, at the moment I just want to win the trophy and gain respect that way.”Southgate, who recently announced his 33-man training squad before he trims it to 26 for the finals, will lead England into the Euros as the pre-tournament favourites.He has faced criticism for some of his tactical decisions during big games across his eight-year stint as Three Lions boss.And he even referenced that during the interview, claiming “everybody thinks they can pick the team” and that he is “on trial for a week” before every game.But very few would argue with the success he has had in bringing the squad together as a harmonious unit.And he is continuing to push an inspiring message ahead of what could be his final tournament as England head coach.That is in contrast to the brutal way he was brought through as a player.He said: “When we were growing up, we were bullied, really. Maybe that’s too harsh, but the coaches were very critical.”Southgate’s positivity is in direct contrast to that coaching style – and it is a sense of community that he is playing on ahead of the summer.He added: “England’s been a big part of my life. The best part of 10 years as a player, and now this period managing, plus everything I did before [as U21s coach and FA head of elite development].READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think about tournaments when I was a kid. I was always sat with my family, or as I got older, my mates in the pub, and that’s what’s still happening everywhere today.”England games bring grandad, young kids – everybody – into the same room. Or everybody’s in the pub watching and living those dramatic moments. We can all remember those nights.”BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:
      BBC presenters:
      Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman
      ITV presenters:
      Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods 
      BBC pundits:
      Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFadden
      ITV pundits:
      Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina Unkel
      BBC commentators:
      Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan Pearce
      ITV commentators:
      Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe Speight
      BBC co-commentators:
      Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFadden
      ITV co-commentators:
      Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More