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      Who are the ITV Euro 2024 pundits?

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE and his brave lions are gearing up to go one better this summer after their Euro 2020 heartbreak at Wembley.England lost out on penalties in the Covid delayed tournament three years ago, but go into this summer’s competition in Germany amongst the favourites.England are heading to Germany for Euro 2024Credit: GettyGareth Southgate will be hoping his side can finally get over the lineCredit: GettySouthgate has led his squad to a final, a semi-final and a quarter-final in the three major tournaments he has taken charge of since 2018.But his star-studded squad with inform stars like Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice will give him confidence of finally getting over the line this time round.His team isn’t the only set of stars that will be out in Germany though.ITV Sport, who will be sharing the coverage rights with the BBC for the competition, are taking a number of big names to the continent to bring fans the best broadcast possible during the tournament.A lineup that features broadcasting legends and former international football stars will be on screen for those fans watching on from their sofa to enjoy.Here’s who will be representing ITV for the highly anticipated tournament…Mark PougatchA familiar face for those who have watched England coverage on ITV before, Pougatch has plenty of experience in front of the camera.The 56-year-old host is ITV Sport’s chief sports presenter and has headed up broadcasts of huge events throughout his career that stems back to 1992.Most read in FootballLaura Woods Woods has become one of the most popular presenters in the land with the star often the face of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverage.Woods, 36, was part of ITV’s team for the 2022 World Cup and is an avid Arsenal fan.Laura Woods will head up some of the coverage for ITV SportCredit: GettyRoy KeaneKnown for his strong opinions off the pitch and his hard man persona on it, Roy Keane is one of the most popular figures in football punditry.The former Manchester United star made 67 international appearances for the Republic of Ireland and was the assistant manager of the national side between 2013 and 2018.Ian WrightAn Arsenal legend and an icon of football punditry too.The 33-time England international has just retired from a long stint on Match of the Day – fighting back tears in an emotional farewell – and will be swapping over to ITV for the Euros this summer.Full list of BBC Presenters and Pundits
      Presenters – Mark Pougatch, Laura Woods.
      Pundits – Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglu, Danny Rohl, Christina Unkel.
      Co-commentary – Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist, Andros Townsend.
      Commentary – Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesly, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen, Joe Speit.

      Gary NevilleNormally the face of Sky Sports’ Premier League coverage, Neville will be joining fellow Stick to Football podcasters Wright and Keane on ITV.Neville, 49, represented the Three Lions 85 times across five major tournaments as part of a golden generation that failed to end England’s many years of hurt.Gary Neville will be part of the ITV team in GermanyCredit: GettyAnge PostecogluFresh off finishing fifth in the Premier League with Tottenham, the Australian has signed himself up for a busy summer in Germany.He has become a hugely popular figure for his dry humour, straight talking and witty press conferences and should be a natural in the studio.Graeme SounessSouness left fans’ screens last season when he called an end to his time at Sky Sports, but he will be making a sensational return to join ITV for the European Championships in Germany.The former Scotland international, 70, will restart life on screen with Scotland v Germany on June 14.Lee DixonDixon is a veteran of ITV’s coverage and will be on co-commentary duty throughout the tournament. The former Arsenal man won four league titles, two FA Cups and the Cup Winners’ Cup in 616 matches for the Gunners.Ally McCoistThe Scot has become a favourite on co-commentary duties during Champions League coverage for TNT Sports and Premier League coverage for Amazon – as well as his hosting on TalkSPORT.McCoist has previously appeared as a pundit for ITV but will be on co-comms in Germany.ITV’s televised group games
      June 14 – Germany v Scotland, 8pm
      June 15 – Hungary v Switzerland, 2pm
      June 15 – Spain v Croatia, 5pm
      June 16 – Slovenia v Denmark, 5pm
      June 17 -Belgium v Slovakia, 5pm
      June 17 – Austria v France, 8pm
      June 19 – Croatia v Albania, 2pm
      June 20 – Slovenia v Serbia, 2pm
      June 20 – Spain v Italy, 8pm
      June 21 – Poland v Austria, 5pm
      June 22 – Turkey v Portugal, 5pm
      June 22 – Belgium v Romania, 8pm
      June 25 -England v Slovenia, 8pm
      June 25 – Denmark v Serbia, 8pm
      June 26 -Georgia v Portugal, 8pm
      June 26 -Czech Republic v Turkey, 8pm

      Andros Townsend The winger has just suffered relegation heartbreak with Luton Town but will have to cast that aside.He has regularly covered England for a variety of broadcasters in recent months.Danny RohlThe Sheffield Wednesday manager is the only German pundit on either ITV or BBC.Rohl,35, is the youngest manager in the Football League and is seen as one of the brightest minds of the next generation of coaches – he secured the Owls from relegation.Karen CarneyFew people are more qualified to talk about England than Karen Carney with the former Arsenal and Chelsea star racking up an astounding 144 caps for the England Women’s team.The 36-year-old only retired in 2019 and has been a leading pundit across ITV, Sky Sports and CBS ever since.Eni AlukoAluko, 37, managed to breach 100 appearances for the England Women’s team during her career.Now fans will know her best for her punditry as a regular on ITV.READ MORE SUN STORIESChristina UnkelThe American will be a refereeing analyst for the channel, a role formerly filled by Mark Clattenburg.Unkel, 37, is a regular on the popular CBS Champions League show alongside Kate Abdo, Thierry Henry and Jamie Carragher, where she acts in the same role. More

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      Who are the BBC pundits for Euro 2024?

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      ENGLAND fans are looking forward to another summer of nail-biting nerves as they watch the Three Lions try put an end to their 58 years of hurt.Gareth Southgate will be taking his squad to Germany on electric form and among the favourites to lift the trophy in Berlin.Gareth Southgate is hoping to win his first major trophy as England boss on the fourth time of askingCredit: GettyEngland head to Germany for Euro 2024 this summerCredit: GettyThe tournament, which gets underway on June 14, will be televised in the UK across both ITV and the BBC.And just like Southgate’s start-studded squad for the tournament, the BBC will be taking a cast jam-packed with former pros and broadcasting legends, having announced their full line-up that includes a couple of shock names.Fans will be able to watch on from their sofas as they are guided through the biggest games and moments by European Championship winners and Premier League icons.Here’s who will be coming to television screens up and down the country for the tournament…Gary LinekerThe BBC’s front-man wasn’t going to miss watching his beloved nation take to a major tournament once again in his 25th year as the broadcaster’s anchor.Lineker, 63, represented England at four major tournaments himself and has since become one of the most recognisable faces in football broadcasting.Gabby LoganAnother regular on the screens of those who tune into BBC for their sport.The 51-year-old former gymnast has covered England’s efforts in a number of major tournaments as part of the Beeb’s broadcasts.Most read in FootballFull list of BBC Presenters and Pundits

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      Presenters – Gary Lineker, Gabby Logan, Mark Champman, Alex Scott.
      Pundits – Alan Shearer, Frank Lampard, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Joe Hart, Micah Richards, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Ashley Williams, James McFadden, Ellen White, Rachel Corsie.
      Co-commentary – Martin Keown, Danny Murphy, Jermaine Jenas.
      Commentators – Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower, Jonathan Pearce.

      Mark Chapman Mark Chapman is one the most recognisable faces in sports broadcasting and will be a big part of the BBC’s efforts in Germany this summer.The host of Match of the Day 2 and a regular on BBC Radio, Chapman is best known for his football but has also covered the NFL and Rugby League for the BBC too.He will also do presenting on BBC Radio.Alex ScottFormer Lioness and Arsenal star Alex Scott has excelled in the world of presenting and punditry since hanging up her boots in 2018.Her 140 caps for the Lionesses put her in great stead to watch on as the men try and win the Euros the same way the women did back in 2022.She will present a nightly highlights show on BBC One as well as more in-depth analysis and previews on iPlayer.Alex Scott will head up some of the BBC’s coverage for Euro 2024Credit: GettyAlan ShearerThe Premier League’s all-time top goalscorer and a 63-time England international.Shearer bagged the golden boot at Euro 96 and is a regular pundit on the BBC for Match of the Day.He will not only be in the studio for analysis and punditry but is set to be on co-commentary duty for England’s opening group game against Serbia.Rio FerdinandAnother Three Lions alum, Ferdinand represented England 81 times over his career.Usually a part of the TNT Sports team he is joining the BBC for the Euros this summer.BBC’s televised group games
      June 15 – Italy v Albania, 8pm
      June 16 – Poland v Netherlands, 2pm
      June 16 – Serbia v England, 8pm
      June 17 – Romania v Ukraine, 2pm
      June 18 – Turkey v Georgia, 5pm
      June 18 – Portugal v Czech Republic, 8pm
      June 19 – Germany v Hungary, 5pm
      June 19 – Scotland v Switzerland, 8pm
      June 20 – Denmark v England, 5pm
      June 21 – Slovakia v Ukraine, 2pm
      June 21 – Netherlands v France, 8pm
      June 22 – Georgia v Czech Republic, 2pm
      June 23 – Switzerland v Germany, 8pm
      June 23 – Scotland v Hungary, 8pm
      June 24 – Albania v Spain, 8pm
      June 24 – Croatia v Italy, 8pm
      June 25 – Netherlands v Austria, 5pm
      June 25 – France v Poland, 5pm
      June 26 – Slovakia v Romania, 5pm
      June 26 – Ukraine v Belgium, 5pm

      Frank LampardThe Chelsea legend has been a semi-regular presence on Sky Sports and BT Sport in between his stuttering managerial career.He has previously been on BBC during the 2022 World Cup.Wayne Rooney The Three Lions’ second all-time leading goalscorer is set to make his debut on the channel.Having been sacked by Birmingham early this year, he has made a couple of appearances on Sky Sports but is said to be looking for a return to management.Joe Hart Fresh off retirement, and a third consecutive title with Celtic, Hart will make his punditry debut in the tournament.The former goalkeeper won 75 England caps and played in three tournaments for the Three Lions.Cesc Fabregas The Chelsea and Arsenal legend proved to be a popular analyst during previous spells with the BBC and is back once again.The ex-midfielder won two European Championships and one World Cup with Spain and has just lead Como to promotion into Serie A.David MoyesHaving left West Ham as one of their most successful managers ever, the Scot will not have to wait long for his next job.Moyes never won a Scotland cap as a player but is one of the most successful British managers of the century.Thomas Frank Current Brentford boss Frank is considered one of the sharpest minds in the Premier LeagueThis will be his BBC debut, but the Dane has previously appeared on Sky Sports Monday Night Football.Jermaine JenasThe former Tottenham and Newcastle star, 41, has forged a name for himself in the punditry and presenting scene since retiring in 2014 and will be on co-comms duty.The One Show host never got on the pitch in a major tournament for England, but that didn’t stop him being chosen to draw the groups for the 2022 World Cup.Micah RichardsA Match of the Day regular who is also a big part of the Premier League coverage on Sky Sports and loved Stateside for his Champions League work with CBS.Richards, 35, is a Premier League champion from his time with Manchester City and donned the three lions on his chest 13 times throughout his career.Micah Richards is part of the Beeb’s teamCredit: GettyMartin KeownAn Arsenal invincible who lifted the Premier League three times and is now a regular on TNT Sports.When he’s not talking about club football Keown is both a pundit and a co-commentator for the BBC.Martin Keown is another former England international who will be joining the BBC team in GermanyCredit: GettyJames McFaddenEverton and Birmingham City cult hero McFadden will be covering Scotland matches for the Beeb.He won 48 caps for the Tartan Army, scoring 15 goals, and worked as an assistant to Alex McLeish for the national team.Ashley Williams The former Swansea and Wales captain has provided analysis for the BBC at the last couple of tournaments.He won 86 international caps and helped the Dragons reach the semi-finals of Euro 2016.Ellen White White is a Three Lions legend and is the all-time women’s top scorer with 52 goals in 113 caps.The former Arsenal, Chelsea and Man City striker was part of the team that won the Women’s Euros in 2022 and has featured regularly on BBC Sport.Rachel CorsieThe Aston Villa midfielder is the only member of the BBC team still playing.Corsie is also the Scotland captain and has amassed an enormous 150 caps.READ MORE SUN STORIESDanny MurphyMurphy, 47, is another BBC pundit who can often be seen offering his expertise on Match of the Day.A career that saw him star for Liverpool and Fulham only earned him nine international caps for the Three Lions – never once completing 90 minutes for the national side. More

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      BBC launch brand new football channel with 27 live matches and host of new features

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      THE BBC have launched a brand new channel for their coverage of Euro 2024.The broadcaster announced their presenting and punditry line up for the summer tournament earlier today.BBC have launched a brand new channel as part of their Euro 2024 coverageCredit: GettyIt features regular’s such as Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards as well as new faces including Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart and two-time Euros winner Cesc Fabregas.Radio 5 Live, fronted by Mark Chapman, Kelly Cates and Steve Crossman, will provide coverage of all 51 Euros matches starting with Germany v Scotland on June 14. However, the Beeb have also revealed a special new channel for the tournament.Their new “Euros channel” will feature on BBC iPlayer for the duration of the tournament in Germany.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt will feature build up content including special features and matches from the Euros archive spotlighting some of the best games from the tournament. Fans will be able to kick back and relax with 27 live matches being shown on the channel.Part of the coverage will include a new Euros Breakdown highlights programme with Scott which will go deeper into the biggest matches and have exclusive match reaction and insights.Other extras include additional analysis, mini highlights and home nations camp reports. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOther pundits in the BBC’s line up includes Rio Ferdinand, Frank Lampard, Ellen White.Meanwhile, Brentford manager Thomas Frank will be a special guest in the studio when England face Denmark as well as for a few other matches. Gareth Southgate names England Euro 2024 training squadRecently departed West Ham manager David Moyes will also be present during coverage of Scotland games. Even more former pros will join the team as co-commentators, with Martin Keown, Jermain Jenas and Danny Murphy set to be on the mic from the stadiums.Meanwhile, Gareth Southgate has announced his 33-man provisional England training camp squad ahead of the tournament. The squad will be cut down to 26 for the tournament proper, but also already seen some big omissions from it, including Jordan Henderson, Dominic Solanke and Marcus Rashford.BBC Euro 2024 line up in full
      Presenters: Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman
      Pundits: Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabrges, Thomas Frank, Davod Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFadden.
      Commentators: Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan Pearce
      Co-commentators: Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFadden. Alan Shearer will be on co-comms for England’s opener.
      Radio 5 Live: Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Steve Crossman
      Reporters: Kelly Somers and Eilidh Barbour
      Denmark match Watchalong on CBBC and iPlayer: Jamie Johnson More

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      BBC announce Euro 2024 pundits including Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney alongside two Premier League bosses

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE has chosen his 33-man training squad for the Euros and now the BBC have named their star studded cast too.Fans can expect big names bringing them the Beeb’s broadcasts this summer as a whole host of presenting royalty and superstar ex-footballers have been announced for the coverage.Gary Lineker will be one of the BBC’s main presenters for Euro 2024Credit: AlamyThe BBC will be showing 27 LIVE MATCHES throughout the tournament as they set up base in the heart of Berlin for an exciting summer.Familiar faces such as Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman will head up the coverage for the BBC in the studio.Fans can look forward to Match of the Day regulars Alan Shearer and Micah Richards also joining the presenters in the Berlin.Other pundits include former England internationals Frank Lampard, Ellen White and Rio Ferdinand.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile Scotland will be represented by women’s team captain Rachel Corsie and former Tartan Army star James McFadden.Ex-Wales international and BBC punditry regular Ashley Williams will also form part of the team.There will be some new faces too with Three Lions heroes Joe Hart and Wayne Rooney both making their BBC punditry debuts for the tournament.While those wanting an opinion from the continent can look forward to the thoughts of Arsenal, Barcelona and Spain legend Cesc Fabregas – a two-time winner of the European Championships.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEngland icon Wayne Rooney will join the BBC’s coverageCredit: GettyNewly retired shot-stopper Joe Hart will also be a pundit for the BBCCredit: PAAnd as if that slew of talent wasn’t enough, the BBC have enlisted the help of two Premier League bosses to offer up their expertise.Outgoing West Ham manager David Moyes will discuss his beloved Scotland during the tournament.Marcus Rashford and Henderson OUT of Gareth Southgate’s England Squad for Euro 2024While Brentford’s Danish boss Thomas Frank will form part of the coverage during England’s group stage clash with Denmark, as well as staying for a number of other ties.Even more former pros will join the team as co-commentators, with Martin Keown, Jermain Jenas and Danny Murphy set to be on the mic from the stadiums.The BBC have also announced a NEW CHANNEL for their coverage.Supporters will be able to kick back in their armchairs and watch the brand new BBC iPlayer Euros channel.Fans will be able to watch all 27 of the BBC’s games on the channel as well as highlights, in depth analysis and home nation camp reports.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

      David Moyes has been enlisted to offer his managerial expertiseCredit: ReutersThomas Frank will be a busy Bee this summerCredit: GettyBBC’s televised group games
      June 15 – Italy v Albania, 8pm
      June 16 – Poland v Netherlands, 2pm
      June 16 – Serbia v England, 8pm
      June 17 – Romania v Ukraine, 2pm
      June 18 – Turkey v Georgia, 5pm
      June 18 – Portugal v Czech Republic, 8pm
      June 19 – Germany v Hungary, 5pm
      June 19 – Scotland v Switzerland, 8pm
      June 20 – Denmark v England, 5pm
      June 21 – Slovakia v Ukraine, 2pm
      June 21 – Netherlands v France, 8pm
      June 22 – Georgia v Czech Republic, 2pm
      June 23 – Switzerland v Germany, 8pm
      June 23 – Scotland v Hungary, 8pm
      June 24 – Albania v Spain, 8pm
      June 24 – Croatia v Italy, 8pm
      June 25 – Netherlands v Austria, 5pm
      June 25 – France v Poland, 5pm
      June 26 – Slovakia v Romania, 5pm
      June 26 – Ukraine v Belgium, 5pm More

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      Ange Postecoglou closing in on second job as Tottenham boss set for busy summer alongside pre-season planning

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      TOTTENHAM boss Ange Postecoglou is set to land a new job for the summer, according to reports.The Aussie led Spurs to a fifth place finish in the Premier League during his first campaign in charge of the club.Ange Postecoglou is set to appear on TV screens during the EurosCredit: RexTottenham are currently Down Under to play a post-season friendly against Newcastle tomorrow.And Postecoglou will not have much time off this summer as he is set to appear as a Euro 2024 pundit.Both the BBC and ITV are interested in snapping him up for the major tournament.And the Mail claim ITV are currently leading the two-way battle.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPostecoglou’s busy summer could see him work as a pundit, assist with Spurs’ transfer business and be in charge of the club’s pre-season training.The Beeb and ITV will officially unveil their punditry teams for the Euros soon.Host nation Germany kick-off the tournament against Scotland on June 14.Meanwhile, both broadcasters have supposedly been snubbed by Liverpool legend Jurgen Klopp.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe German has opted for a break over appearing on screens after his emotional Anfield farewell.David Moyes, who has left West Ham after nearly five years in charge, will work with talkSPORT during the Euros alongside Everton ace Ashley Young.Inside England’s stunning five-star Euro 2024 base with robot waiters that will cost £800,000Punditry legend Graeme Souness is set to return to TV screens with ITV.And Wayne Rooney has been tipped to join the BBC. More

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      Stunned fans are only just realising who the third highest goalscorer in England squad is ahead of Euro 2024

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      IT’S an England squad where all the attacking decisions were over who to leave out.Yet as Gareth Southgate surveys his 33-man training party ahead of Euro 2024, there’s one surprising stat that might lead you to the opposite conclusion.Harry Maguire has been a regular throughout Gareth Southgate’s reignCredit: GettyIt’s no surprise Bukayo Saka and Harry Kane top England’s scoring listsCredit: GettyAnd ironically it concerns a Manchester United team-mate of Marcus Rashford – the biggest name axed.Fans perusing the facts and figures over Southgate’s provisional squad were shocked to see the list of England’s highest scorers.Way out in front of course is skipper Harry Kane with the Three Lions’ all-time record of 62 – from 89 appearances.Arsenal marauder Bukayo Saka is comfortably in second place, albeit with “just” 11 in 32 games.READ MORE TOP STORIESBut it’s who comes next that raises eyebrows even higher than the man in question jumps in the penalty box.Step forward – and leap up – Harry Maguire!The Red Devils’ centre-back, 31, has bagged seven goals in 63 internationals, mainly thanks to his dynamic heading ability.Maguire has managed to win round Old Trafford boss Erik ten Hag after struggling for game-time early in the season.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd although he’s a leader on the pitch, it’s the quiet way he knuckled down to the challenge that has impressed most observers.Maguire has remained an England regular pretty much since making his debut in 2017, a year into Southgate’s reign.Marcus Rashford and Henderson OUT of Gareth Southgate’s England Squad for Euro 2024He switched from Leicester to the Red Devils for £85million in 2019, a then-world record for a defender.And after a honeymoon period there were a few wobbles at United.But for England his consistency has rarely dropped.And he became a fans’ favourite at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.Partly that was because he was snapped during downtime riding an inflatable unicorn.But mostly it was due to his rousing performances, capped by a soaring, scoring header in the 2-0 quarter-final win over Sweden.Nonetheless, supporters are still intrigued to see a current England squad packed with frontline options where Maguire is so high up the goal list.Manchester City’s Phil Foden is fourth on four goals.Then come five stars on three – Real Madrid’s main man Jude Bellingham, Aston Villa’s bang-in-form forward Ollie Watkins and Arsenal anchorman Declan Rice, plus defenders Luke Shaw and John Stones.Remember, Southgate’s squad also includes flair players like Jack Grealish, James Maddison and Cole Palmer, plus Brentford striker Ivan Toney and an exciting batch of rookies.One fan posted: “THE THIRD HIGHEST GOAL SCORER IS HARRY MAGUIRE” – followed by shocked emojis.”Another wrote: “This squad lacks goalscorers which is why he should’ve taken Rashford instead of Grealish, I mean you already have Saka and Foden if you want creativity, that decision might bite him.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd a third responded: “Yet another reason why you have to take Rashford.”Meanwhile, as that selection debate rages on, you can expect Maguire to once again just let his feet – and head – do the talking. More

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      The seven players Gareth Southgate could cut for England’s final 26-man Euro 2024 squad with dilemmas across the park

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE has left himself with a selection headache ahead of the Euros.The England boss has announced one of his most surprising and exciting provisional squads since taking the job back in 2016.Gareth Southgate is set for a selection headacheCredit: GettyJames Trafford could be one player cut from the squadCredit: PALewis Dunk faces tough competition to make it to GermanyCredit: PAWhile 33 players have been selected, the likes of Marcus Rashford, Jordan Henderson, Raheem Sterling and Ben Chilwell have all been omitted.However, after friendlies against Bosnia and Iceland, Southgate needs to cut a further seven players to make the 26-man cut for the Euros by June 7 – so who is likely to get the chop?SunSport’s Jordan Davies selects his unlucky men to miss out:JAMES TRAFFORD
      GOALKEEPER
      BURNLEY
      AGE: 21
      CAPS: 0
      READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA mixed season at Burnley under Vincent Kompany, playing a bold and expansive style of play that was ultimately found out in the Premier League and saw them relegated.Has a bright future ahead of him, but even he would admit that this tournament has come too soon.LEWIS DUNK
      CENTRAL DEFENDER
      BRIGHTON
      AGE: 32
      CAPS: 5
      Despite England’s issues in the centre of defence, Dunk is likely to miss the cut, especially after his calamitous outing against Belgium and Romelu Lukaku back in March.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPerhaps harsh on the Seagulls stalwart, in what is his last chance to make a major tournament with England, but Southgate cannot afford to have any passengers.JARELL QUANSAH
      CENTRAL DEFENDER
      LIVERPOOL
      AGE: 21
      CAPS: 0
      A real statement of how much progress the Reds youngster has made that he has even been considered for the Euros.Marcus Rashford and Henderson OUT of Gareth Southgate’s England Squad for Euro 2024Southgate will use this time to take a good look at him ahead of future squad announcements. It would be a huge shock if he was to get on the plane to Germany.CURTIS JONESCurtis Jones is yet to be capped by EnglandCredit: PA
      CENTRAL MIDFIELDER
      LIVERPOOL
      AGE: 23
      CAPS: 0
      Jones will be excited at the potential of winning his first senior cap for his country in the upcoming friendlies having starred for England’s U21s in recent years.Anything more than that will be a real bonus for Jones, who is up against the likes of Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham to win a starting spot…JARROD BOWENJarrod Bowen scored 16 Premier League goals this seasonCredit: PA
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      WEST HAM
      AGE: 27
      CAPS: 7
      He started the season on fire with 11 Prem goals between August and January, but his form since then has come at the exact wrong time, ending with 16 Prem goals this term.A decent tally, but those sorts of numbers are just not enough to break into one of the most exciting attacking groups England have ever had.JAMES MADDISONJames Maddison struggled to keep his form up all seasonCredit: PA
      ATTACKING MIDFIELDER
      TOTTENHAM
      AGE: 27
      CAPS: 6
      Injury halted his impressive start for Spurs this campaign, as well as his form. The assists dried up as the North Londoners blew a Prem top-four spot.Having failed to make an appearance from the bench at the 2022 Qatar World Cup, Maddison finds himself in a dangerous position of missing out on the Euros altogether.OLLIE WATKINSOllie Watkins may be edged out of the squadCredit: PA
      STRIKER
      ASTON VILLA
      AGE: 28
      CAPS: 11
      READ MORE SUN STORIESOllie Watkins or Ivan Toney? That is the burning question Southgate will need to answer, and it may well come down to who can perform better in a shoot-out.Watkins has had a stunning season with 27 goals in all competitions, but Toney is the best penalty-taker in the world – can you really afford to leave that at home?’Mr Conservate takes machete to squad’
      By Jordan Davies
      INTERNATIONAL football’s Mr Conservative has taken a machete to his squad in one of the most brutal England squad shake-ups in recent memory.
      Gareth Southgate has built a reputation in the Three Lions hot-seat by sticking to what he knows, and who he knows, in order to navigate major tournaments without any dramas.
      Reliable, experienced faces with trust in the bank and little to no surprises on offer that have managed to reach finals and semi-finals in tournaments gone by.
      But ahead of this summer’s Euros – a competition that England are expected to win and win well – Southgate appears to be throwing caution to the wind in a bid to excite and amaze.
      Ben Chilwell, Jordan Henderson, Marcus Rashford and Raheem Sterling have all been left out of Southgate’s provisional 30-man squad – the latter three boarded the plane to Qatar in November 2022.
      And in come the young guns – Crystal Palace duo Eberechi Eze and Adam Wharton, Liverpool’s Curtis Jones and Jarell Quansah, Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and Burnley keeper James Trafford.
      Is Southgate finally picking on current form and potential instead of past heroics? It looks that way.
      The future is bright, and Southgate is ready to shake things up in order to reflect that. More

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      Gareth Southgate reveals why he dropped Marcus Rashford and Jordan Henderson from England squad ahead of Euro 2024

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE gave a brutally-honest explanation for dropping Marcus Rashford and Jordan Henderson.The England manager left out two of his most experienced players out of the 33-man training squad ahead of Euro 2024.Marcus Rashford was not included in the England training squad for Euro 2024Credit: GettyJordan Henderson also got overlooked for the 33-man initial listCredit: GettyRaheem Sterling, Ben Chilwell, Reece James, Eric Dier and Kalvin Phillips were among the other big names to miss out.Ben White’s England exile continued, too. But it was the exclusion of senior pros Rashford and Henderson that attracted the most attention.They have 141 caps for England and have appeared in ten major tournaments between them – with Ajax man Henderson playing in each one since Euro 2012, with Rashford joining him four years on from Euro 2016. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOnly Harry Kane and Sterling have scored more goals in Southgate’s tenure as Three Lions boss than Manchester United’s Rashford.Unsurprisingly, the manager was asked about his tough call to snub the pair – and cited form and fitness for their absence. Southgate said: “These are of course difficult calls. You are talking about players that are very important players. “With Marcus, in that area of the pitch, I feel that other players have had better seasons, it’s as simple as that.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Hendo has given himself every chance. From the last camp, he missed five weeks through injury and he hasn’t been able to get to that tempo since then. “It’s a big call to make, the three players from last time, he, Ben (White) and Marcus (Rashford) all had excellent professionalism.Gareth Southgate names initial Euro 2024 squad UPDATED”Jordan will be a miss. He’s an exceptional individual and a fantastic human being. He’s been in that leadership role for a long time.”Rashford took to his Instagram story 20 minutes after the 2pm announcement to give a classy response.He shared the Three Lions’ squad announcement post and wrote: “Wishing Gareth and the boys all the best for the up and coming tournament.”Meanwhile, five uncapped stars made the initial cut.James Trafford, Jarrad Branthwaite, Jarell Quansah, Curtis Jones and Adam Wharton were all included. The training squad will be available for England’s two warm-up friendlies.England take on Bosnia & Herzegovina at St James’ Park on June 3.’Mr Conservate takes machete to squad’
      By Jordan Davies
      INTERNATIONAL football’s Mr Conservative has taken a machete to his squad in one of the most brutal England squad shake-ups in recent memory.
      Gareth Southgate has built a reputation in the Three Lions hot-seat by sticking to what he knows, and who he knows, in order to navigate major tournaments without any dramas.
      Reliable, experienced faces with trust in the bank and little to no surprises on offer that have managed to reach finals and semi-finals in tournaments gone by.
      But ahead of this summer’s Euros – a competition that England are expected to win and win well – Southgate appears to be throwing caution to the wind in a bid to excite and amaze.
      Ben Chilwell, Jordan Henderson, Marcus Rashford and Raheem Sterling have all been left out of Southgate’s provisional 30-man squad – the latter three boarded the plane to Qatar in November 2022.
      And in come the young guns – Crystal Palace duo Eberechi Eze and Adam Wharton, Liverpool’s Curtis Jones and Jarell Quansah, Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and Burnley keeper James Trafford.
      Is Southgate finally picking on current form and potential instead of past heroics? It looks that way.
      The future is bright, and Southgate is ready to shake things up in order to reflect that.

      They then host Iceland at Wembley four days later.Southgate has to submit his final 26-man squad to Uefa by June 7, just nine days before the Three Lions’ opening Group C game against Serbia before playing Denmark and Slovenia.And the gaffer is confident the players at his disposal can go all the way at Euro 2024.Southgate added: “Of course, everyone is waiting for that headline, I’m not going to be an idiot and say no. READ MORE SUN STORIES”This team have been close already, they know it is is possible. “You can see in cup football, you have to navigate game by game, get through the group and then in knockout football, you see Manchester City only got to where they got to because it is fine margins. You get judged on those moments.”Rashford responded on social media with this messageCredit: InstagramSouthgate addressed the media on Tuesday after the squad announcementCredit: PA More