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      ITV snap up daughter of Sir Alex Ferguson’s right-hand-man as stunning commentator joins Euro 2024 coverage

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      ITV’S latest addition to their Euro 2024 coverage is the daughter of a former Manchester United assistant manager.Pien Meulensteen, daughter of Sir Alex Ferguson’s former right-hand-man Rene, will be part of ITV’s commentary team out in Germany this summer.Pien Meulensteen will be part of ITV’s coverage of Euro 2024Credit: instagram @pienmeulensteenPien graduated university with first class honours in broadcast journalismCredit: instagram @pienmeulensteenThe 27-year-old was announced as part of ITV’s broadcasting team for the highly anticipated tournament.She will join Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson and Joe Speight as the lead commentators live from the stadiums.Pien is no stranger to getting behind the mic with the Dutch-born journalist working for Sky Sports, DAZN, Amazon Prime and the Premier League in the past.Growing up in England to Dutch parents means Pien is able to speak fluently in both English and Dutch.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe impressive talent has allowed her to work for Dutch broadcaster Ziggo Sport in the past too.This summer won’t be her first major tournament either, as she worked for the BBC in Qatar during the 2022 World Cup.Pien studied broadcast journalism at Salford University and graduated with first class honours.Her incredible rise was recognised last year when she was named as the “One to Watch” at the 2023 Sports Journalism Awards.Most read in FootballBBC 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

      Football has always been in her blood thanks to her coaching icon father Rene Meulensteen.Rene had two spells as a coach at Manchester United, initially working as the reserve team manager between 2001 and 2006.Meet the ten Wags ready to stun at Euro 2024He later became Sir Alex Ferguson’s assistant manager, a position he held for five years from 2008 until 2013 when Fergie retired.During that period he helped the Red Devils achieve eight major trophies, including four Premier League titles and one Champions League.After leaving the club he tried his hand at management himself with brief spells as the boss at Fulham, Maccabi Haifa and Anzhi Makhachkala.He is now the assistant manager for the Australian national team where he has been assistant to Graham Arnold since 2018.TAKE A PEEK INTO PIEN MEULENSTEEN’S LIFE IN BROADCASTING…Pien has previously worked for Sky SportsCredit: instagram @pienmeulensteenShe was named as the ‘One to Watch’ at the 2023 Sports Journalism AwardsCredit: instagram @pienmeulensteenShe has covered Premier League, World Cup, WSL and European footballCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenPien’s father is Rene MeulensteenCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenRene Meulensteen was assistant manager to Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyHe now works as an assistant for the Australian national teamCredit: ReutersPien is a rising star in the world of sports broadcastingCredit: instagram @pienmeulensteenShe also boasts an impressive social media following with over 22,000 followersCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenPien was born in the Netherland, but raised in the UKCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenShe documents her life on social mediaCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteenPien works as a commentator and a reporterCredit: Instagram @pienmeulensteen More

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      Mauricio Pochettino ready to take England job if Gareth Southgate quits after Euro 2024

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      MAURICIO Pochettino would be open to an approach from England if Gareth Southgate quits after the Euros.Poch is on the market following his shock departure from Chelsea after less than a year at the Stamford Bridge helm.Mauricio Pochettino left Chelsea by mutual consent earlier this weekCredit: GETTYGareth Southgate’s contract with England expires in December 2024Credit: GETTYPochettino is open to replacing Southgate as Three Lions gafferCredit: GETTYThe Argentine former Spurs and PSG chief will be targeted by Manchester United and Bayern Munich – with the German giants able to offer him the chance to link up once more with Harry Kane and Eric Dier.But while Pochettino will weigh up his options over his next move – and is determined to prove the problem was Chelsea rather than him – he has not dismissed the possibility of becoming the next Three Lions chief if the role becomes available.Southgate has made it clear he will park all and any discussion about his England future until after the tournament in Germany this summer.The England manager’s contract runs to the end of the year and FA chiefs want him to stay at the helm up to the 2026 World Cup.READ MORE ON POCHETTINOAll the indications are that Southgate will be minded to continue if he believes the nation and his squad want him to remain in charge but that he has set the performance bar for his players as a high one.Yet Pochettino’s sudden and unexpected availability could see him become a viable candidate.Pochettino remains close to Kane and Dier, while he has overseen the development of Cole Palmer and Levi Colwill.His relationships with Kyle Walker and Kieran Trippier are more tricky after they both left Spurs under a cloud during his N17 reign.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPochettino’s Chelsea record
      MAURICIO POCHETTINO had just started to turn Chelsea around.
      An impressive run of end-of-season form saw the Blues leapfrog the likes of Manchester United and Newcastle to finish sixth in the Premier League – and earn a Europa League spot.
      But it wasn’t enough to keep him in a job as it was announced on Tuesday evening that the Argentine had left.
      Here are all Pochettino’s Stamford Bridge stats:
      Premier League – 6th
      FA Cup – Semi-finals (lost to Man City)
      Carabao Cup – Runners-up (Lost to Liverpool)
      Total record:
      Games 51Wins 26Draws 11Defeats 14
      Goals for 103Goals against 74

      But both are coming to the end of their England careers, making a Poch appointment less problematic if the FA are inclined to go down that path.Pochettino’s knowledge of the England players is unquestioned after his three spells in Prem management – including at Southampton where he developed the likes of Luke Shaw, Adam Lallana and Jay Rodriguez into Three Lions internationals.Mauricio Pochettino LEAVES Chelsea despite promising end to season as Blues line up four potential new bossesWalker, Trippier, Dier, Dele Alli and Kane all became England fixtures under his Spurs tutelage, while Harry Winks, Ryan Mason and Andros Townsend earned caps while playing for him.This season Palmer’s remarkable first full Prem term has been another tick on the development box for Poch, who knows he will be a man in demand. More

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      Marcus Rashford shows his class with private response to Gareth Southgate leaving him out of England’s Euro 2024 squad

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      MARCUS RASHFORD showed his class in his private response to being axed by England, according to Gareth Southgate.SunSport learned that the Manchester United forward was not going to be part of the Three Lions’ provisional squad hours before the official announcement.Marcus Rashford was left out of England’s Euro 2024 squad on TuesdayCredit: GettyGareth Southgate phoned the star to inform him of his decisionCredit: GettyEngland boss Southgate then confirmed the news when naming his 33-man England squad.The 26-year-old has represented his country at the last four major tournaments and has scored 17 goals in 60 caps.At club level, last season he recorded a career best 30 goals in all competitions for United but he has managed to find the net just eight times this term ahead of the FA Cup Final with Man City.And his dramatic slump in form, as well as controversial off-field issues such as his infamous trip to Belfast, have led to him being left out of the tournament squad.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLHowever, Southgate has opened up on the star’s response after the Three Lions boss personally phoned Rashford to inform him of his decision.Explaining his omission, he said: “He will be hugely disappointed.“He wants to play for England, he loves playing for England, and the opportunity to play in tournaments is why you play international football.“But again, he was really respectful. I said to him: ‘You’ve got to go and score a couple of goals at the weekend now and put things right.’”Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWith 20 minutes of the news being confirmed publicly, Rashford issued a classy public statement where he wished his team-mates and international gaffer a message of support.He wrote: “Wishing Gareth and the boys all the best for the up and coming tournament.”Gareth Southgate names England Euro 2024 training squadAnd Rashford was not the only big-name absentee as Jordan Henderson also missed out despite quitting Saudi Arabia in January for Ajax.Southgate added: “You are conscious for Marcus and Hendo really of the impact because they are two people who externally, they have people jump on them very quickly.“And I think they know I am there to support them. Even though this has been a difficult conversation, both were really professional, really respectful.“But of course, I am aware that that creates a bit more drama in their lives, which I don’t want them to experience but is a reality of the decision I’ve made.”Southgate’s squad will be trimmed to just 26 players on June 8, two days before they fly to Germany.Meanwhile, Rashford looks set to be watching all of the action from home – and he will be spoilt for choice when it comes to coverage.BBC announced their line-up for Euro 2024 this morning before ITV followed-up with their own all-star cast of pundits.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 Fabrges, Thomas Frank, Davod Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFadden
      ITV pundits:
      Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rphl 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

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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
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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