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      Germany ban England fans from taking fruit to games – but will charge £4 for single sausage at Euros 2024

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      ANY apple-loving England fans could be shocked to the core at Euro 2024 — the German hosts are banning fruit to boost sales of their sausages.Supporters trying to take any food into stadiums — including healthy half-time snacks — could be turned away or even barred from the entire tournament.England fans are banned from bringing fruit to games during the EurosCredit: RexBut the nation renowned for their love of Bratwurst and Frankfurters will be selling sausages for up to £3.77 each.England kick off their campaign against Serbia at the Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen on June 16 followed by games against Denmark in Frankfurt and Slovenia in Cologne.At the final at Berlin’s Olympic Stadium on July 14, single sausages will cost £4.77.Security teams will be searching bags outside all ten tournament venues, while stewards and police will patrol inside.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Uefa’s ban covers “liquids — drinks, e-cigarette refills, etc — and food of any kind, including fruit, such as apples, bananas, oranges, etc.”Punishments will include “expulsion from the stadium with a report to the police or a stadium ban for the whole or part of Euro 2024”.Germans have also banned smoking and vapes from the grounds.Cannabis joints will also be forbidden in stadiums despite new German laws making it legal to puff in public.Most read in FootballFlares, fireworks and whistles are also on the banned list – as well as megaphones and vuvuzela horns.Nazi flags, plus material supporting sides in the conflict in Gaza will also be outlawed.Germany becomes the latest nation to legalise cannabis More

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      Footie ace Marcos Llorente’s wife Paddy Noarbe wows in barely there swimsuit ahead of Euro 2024

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      MODEL Paddy Noarbe gets in a great cross in as she prepares to watch her footie star hubby at the Euros.The Spaniard, 27, posing in a halterneck swimsuit, is wed to Atletico Madrid’s Marcos Llorente, who’ll hope to play in this June’s tournament. Paddy Noarbe stunned as she posed in a halterneck swimsuitCredit: Capture Media AgencyPaddy is wed to Atletico Madrid’s Marcos LlorenteCredit: Capture Media AgencyThis week, she set a gold standard at the Laureus World Sport Awards.Llorente has insisted that his ‘caveman’ diet will stay with him until he dies.The Spanish midfielder was a part of the Real Madrid side that won the Champions League in 2018.Llorente, 29, lives off an unusual diet which is often nicknamed the the ‘caveman diet’ and the ‘stone age diet’.Read More on ShowbizIt consists of food that would have been eaten in the Paleolithic era, also known as the Old Stone Age.He has ruled out any food that he considers to be ultra-processed such as pasta, bread and even cereal.Instead, he indulges in food such as meat, fish, and vegetables, as well as “high-quality” cheeses.He said on Cadena SER programme El Larguero: “It would be eating what was eaten in the Paleolithic.Most read in Football”You would have to eliminate all ultra-processed foods. Don’t even look at them. And also cereals. “Everything that is pasta, bread, wheat, rice… also dairy. Only high-quality cheeses.”I eat everything. Meat, like the steak that I love. Fish, eggs, vegetables. And carbohydrates like potatoes, sweet potatoes and cassava.”Marcos Llorente breaks into a sweat as he undergoes intensive football workoutThis week, she wore this gold number at the Laureus World Sport AwardsCredit: SplashPaddy showed off her figure in this brown bikini by the poolCredit: Instagram @paddy.8Paddy striked a pose in this black bikiniCredit: Instagram More

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      Stuart Attwell chosen for Euro 2024 VAR duty as Nottingham Forest suffer further humiliation after bizarre statement

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      STUART ATTWELL has been chosen for VAR duty at Euro 2024 this summer.The referee is currently under scrutiny following Nottingham Forest’s defeat at Everton on Sunday.Stuart Attwell has been selected for VAR duty at this summer’s EurosCredit: PAAshley Young was at the centre of all three penalty decisionsCredit: GettyHe brought down Callum Hudson-Odoi in the box in one incidentCredit: ReutersThe official was working on VAR and the relegation club claimed that they were denied three clear penalties.One was for a possible handball on Ashley Young, while the other two incidents also involved the former Manchester United star.In the first half, he clipped Giovanni Reyna in the box, and in the second half, he hauled down Callum Hudson-Odoi.As a response, Nottingham Forest released a statement slamming his appointment for the match as a “Luton fan”.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThey have since demanded that the conversations between referee Antony Taylor and Attwell be made public.While the FA have announced that they want urgent explanations from manager Nuno Espirito Santo, Neco Williams and ex-Prem whistler Mark Clattenburg.Despite the ongoing feud, Attwell will be in Germany this summer for the Euros.He and fellow Brit David Coote have both been selected for VAR duty for the tournament.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAttwell and Coote could be set for big paydays after the competitions, with a reported £2,600 being paid per match.Referee at Goodison Park Taylor and Michael Oliver will also be heading to mainland Europe as two of the 18 selected referees.Gary Neville tells Mark Clattenburg to RESIGN from Nottingham Forest role after club’s ’embarrassing’ VAR statementForest have faced lots of criticism for the statements following the controversial decisions.Alan Shearer, Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville have all gone against the club and claimed it to be “embarrassing”.Neville went as far as to say that Clattenburg should resign from his role at Forest.He also claimed that Forest’s statement was like a “mafia-gang” with the club now considering legal action against the pundit.What have Nottingham Forest said?
      After the final whistle against Everton, Nottingham Forest’s official Twitter account tweeted: “Three extremely poor decisions – three penalties not given – which we simply cannot accept.
      “We warned the PGMOL that the VAR is a Luton fan before the game but they didn’t change him. Our patience has been tested multiple times.
      “NFFC will now consider its options.”
      On Monday the club revealed they have requested the PGMOL release the audio recordings between officials during the match.
      A statement read: “Nottingham Forest has today submitted a formal request to the PGMOL to release into the public domain the audio recordings between officials during yesterday’s match against Everton at Goodison Park.
      “The club has requested this be shared for three key match incidents – Ashley Young’s challenge on Giovanni Reyna (24th minute), Ashley Young’s handball (44th minute) and Ashley Young’s challenge on Callum Hudson-Odoi (56th minute).
      “We firmly advocate for the broader football community and supporters to have access to the audio and transcript for full transparency, ensuring the integrity of our sport is upheld.” More

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      England set for Euro 2024 boost with Southgate expected to have rule change request granted despite rivals’ objections

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      GARETH Southgate is set to be able to pick a 26-man squad for Euro 2024.But Uefa chiefs remain split on changing tournament rules at virtually the last minute.Gareth Southgate has been handed a major boost ahead of the EurosCredit: GettyAnd now a final decision will be made by the ruling executive committee in the next few days.Euro chiefs had planned on reverting to 23 man parties for the tournament which kicks off in Munich in June.But pressure from a number of national team coaches saw the matter put back on the agenda earlier this month.And now Uefa’s national competitions committee has “narrowly” backed the proposal to revert to the extended squads that were allowed at both the delayed Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe extended squads were introduced as a response to the Covid pandemic, with national coaches fearful that an outbreak of the virus could leave them short of numbers for matches.Uefa had decided to return the traditional smaller squads for this summer’s event.But a number of national coaches had urged a rethink, citing the sheer number of injuries sustained by players this season.Opposition to the move has been by Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann and France’s Didier Deschamps.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSDespite that, Uefa chiefs agreed a u-turn on the initial ruling although the lack of unanimity means it is not certain to be adopted by the executive committee – who will make the final call in video conference in the next few days.If they agree, it means Southgate and the other Euro 2024 coaches will have more options in their squad selection. England football fans put up in zombie townsWhile Southgate has long been a proponent of smaller squads, he was without skipper Harry Kane, Bukayo Saka and other players for last month’s friendlies with Brazil and Belgium.The England boss was not leading the call for larger squads but is understood to feel that it was not a problem if he was allowed to select 26 instead of 23.Southgate will want the confirmation that all 15 players not selected in his starting side will be able to sit on the bench, as happened in Qatar.During Euro 2020, by contrast, three players had to be omitted from the match-day squad.Southgate has been planning to select a larger provisional squad next month before whittling down to 23 on the June 7 deadline.But the change in regulations, if confirmed, may see the England boss instead name a 26 with some standby players, giving everybody more certainty.If the extension is approved , it is likely that the larger squads will now become the norm for Uefa national competitions – although Fifa may revert to 23 for the 2026 World Cup. More

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      Former England boss Fabio Capello says ‘fear’ will end Euro 2024 dream as he identifies player as the weakest link

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      FABIO Capello claims “fear” could end England’s Euro 2024 dream – as he identified Jordan Pickford as the weakest link.Former Three Lions chief Capello has not forgiven the FA for forcing him out over the John Terry racism row in 2012.Fabio Capello claims ‘fear’ could impact England’s Euro 2024 campaignCredit: GettyCapello spent five years as England bossCredit: AP:Associated PressAnd while the Italian believes Gareth Southgate has “the best midfielders and forwards” of any squad in Germany this summer, he expects England to “freeze” under pressure once again.Capello, speaking at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid, said: “I like England. Their midfielders and forwards are the best – Bellingham, Kane, Saka.“The problem is defending and the keeper.“At centre-back they are weak, not at the same level as the rest of the team.Read More on Football“So I have my doubts about the central defenders and Pickford, the goalkeeper.“Sometimes he can be good. But for a defence to be good it needs to have confidence in the keeper.“I have watched him in games, like the Euro 2020 Final, and after 20 minutes he just kept on kicking it long.“It was as if he didn’t want the ball to be near him and just wanted it as far away as possible.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCapello has identified Jordan Pickford as a weaknessCredit: AlamyCapello, a Laureus ambassador, added: “The problem for England is that when they arrive at the moment to win they play with fear.“It’s the fear. It’s the fear.Premier League icon, 39, will ‘never forget’ Carragher’s behaviour on England duty – leaving Richards stunned“When you get to the very important trophies you miss something. That is the fear that freezes the team and it happens very often with England.“It is this history of not winning. It is a monkey on their backs.“My team was really good in the qualifying campaign and won many games but when we arrived in South Africa for the 2010 World Cup they were another team.“They were tired because it was the end of a long season and the players had had too many games.“Every game in England you have to be strong and fight, it is so physical. The teams have to run and run  so when they arrive at a tournament they are not the same players“They are tired and then they play without confidence.” More

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      Tottenham suffer huge blow to top-four hopes with Udogie ‘out for three months after surgery and will miss Euro 2024’

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      TOTTENHAM have suffered a huge blow to their Champions League aspirations as Destiny Udogie is out for the rest of the season.The Italian is also set to miss this summer’s Euros.Destiny Udogie has undergone surgeryCredit: Instagram / @udogiethreeHe is expected to miss the rest of the season and the EurosCredit: Instagram / @udogiethreeUdogie’s injury is a huge blow for SpursCredit: AlamyUdogie revealed on Instagram that he has undergone surgery on an injury.He did not specify what the problem was.Udogie posted snaps from his hospital bed with friends and family by his side.The left-back wrote: “An injury brings my season to an early end. It doesn’t take away from how grateful I am to every person that has supported me this year.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLUdogie is set to be sidelined for three months, according to reports from Fabrizio Romano.It is devastating news for Spurs and could damage their fight for a top-four spot.Ange Postecoglou’s side are fifth in the table – three points behind fourth placed Aston Villa.Udogie joined Tottenham in the summer of 2022 and was immediately loaned back to Udinese for the rest of the season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBut finally getting his chance in the Premier League this term, he has impressed and featured 30 times in all competitions.Udogie’s form saw him earn his first call-up to the Italy squad back in October.Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersHe has since earned three international caps – but Luciano Spalletti’s side are set to be without him at the Euros as they face Albania, Spain and Croatia in the group stage. More

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      ‘Not gonna happen’ – Gus Poyet rules out Republic of Ireland job after heartbreaking end to Greece stint

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      GUS POYET confirmed he will not be taking over as Republic of Ireland manager and stated he is now a free agent as there is “absolutely nothing” going on between him and Greece.Poyet took over as the Greek national team’s manager in February 2022 and went on to win his Nations League group, which earned his team promotion to League B and a place in the Euro 2024 play offs.Gus Poyet confirmed he will not be taking over as Republic of Ireland managerCredit: EPAPoyet also confirmed there is ‘absolutely nothing’ going on with Greece after his contract endedCredit: SportsfileThe Tottenham legend then went on to beat Ireland twice in the European championships’ qualifying stage but finished third in Group B behind France and the Netherlands.The Uruguayan tactician then led Ethniki to a stunning 5-0 win over Kazakhstan in the Euros’ play-off semi-finals but lost the final to Georgia on penalties.The Chelsea legend is now officially a free agent as his contract with Greece ran out on March 31 and no efforts were made to extend his stay.Reports suggest the Republic have been wanting the 56-year-old to take over the top job since Stephen Kenny’s departure in November after his impressive work against them in the group stage.Read More on FootballIt was also reported that the ex-Brighton boss had been courted for a long time with the Football Association of Ireland looking to take advantage of his bizarre contract length that ran out before Euro 2024.However, the former Sunderland manager insists a deal between him and Ireland is “not gonna happen” and the links were baseless, just like they were with other big names.Poyet told SunSport on behalf of Dailybase: “There is nothing, it’s not gonna happen. So there is really no comments to make. “I will compare to [something] similar. I remember last November or December so many people from England were contacting me [asking me if] I was going to Plymouth.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”Because when betting [sites] put it [my name] at the top up there… I don’t know how many coaches were already practically [a] done [deal] with Republic of Ireland. “Apart from me, it was Roy Keane, it was a [Ole Gunnar] Solskjaer, it was Paul Clement, it was John O’Shea. They were all done. And nobody’s done.Gus Poyet explains why Arsenal are not out of Prem title hunt after Aston Villa heartbreak”So that will happen with the betting [sites]. Okay, we have to be honest, sometimes they’re right. But no, there is no possibility.”Reports in Greece suggested there is still a chance Poyet would sign a new deal with the national team despite missing out on a place in Germany.However, the former midfielder is adamant there has been no communication with the Greek football federation.Poyet added: “Simple, there is nothing at the moment. There’s nothing, I finished my contract last month and that’s it, there is nothing else. “So right now I’m free meeting people, analysing football, keep learning. Waiting. Always talking to different possibilities. “No offers, possibilities. But with Greece right now there is absolutely nothing.” More

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      Euro 2028 stadium lies in ruins just four years before UK and Ireland host with weed-covered ground ‘£230m over-budget’

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      A FOOTBALL stadium set to be used for Euro 2028 is yet to be fully funded.Casement Park in Belfast, Northern Ireland, is set to undergo a major redevelopment in preparation for the tournament.Casement Park is set to be redeveloped for Euro 2028Credit: PacemakerThe stadium has been unused for over 10 yearsCredit: PacemakerThe redevelopment is expected to cost around £308mCredit: PacemakerHowever, the estimated cost has increased to £308million – £230m more than the initial projection. The original cost of rebuilding the stadium 10 years ago was estimated to be around £77.5m.But at present there is not a funding package in place to pay for the works.Secretary of State Chris Heaton-Harris has pledged £62.5m, with the Irish government promising £42.8m and the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) offering £15m.Read More on FootballHowever, that amounts to less than half of the overall estimated cost.The UK government is allegedly prepared to contribute, but it is yet to give an exact figure.Casement Park has been left unused for over 10 years and it currently lies overgrown.However, there are plans in place to turn it into a 34,500-seater stadium in time for Euro 2028.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe planned stadium will be primarily used for gaelic games with the option of playing other sports too, including football and rugby.Wembley Stadium, Hampden Park, Villa Park, the Aviva Stadium and Everton’s new ground are all among the proposed locations for Euro 2028.Inside England’s stunning Euro 2024 hotel with golf course, spa and robot More