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      ‘I’m a big fan’ – Steve Bruce picks ‘great lad’ he managed that must ‘be on the plane’ to Euro 2024

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      STEVE BRUCE insists Jack Grealish must be on the plane for England’s adventure at Euro 2024, insisting the Manchester City star is a “great lad.”Grealish, 28, was one of Pep Guardiola’s top players last season as City scooped a historic Treble.Steve Bruce insists Jack Grealish must go to the Euros with England this summerCredit: GettyThe pair worked together for two years at Aston VillaCredit: ReutersBut the winger has played a lesser role this term after being hit by injury issues.Grealish has clocked up just 17 Premier League appearances while contributing only three goals.And doubts have been cast on his spot in Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions squad for this summer’s Euros in Germany.City teammate Phil Foden, Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham and Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka look nailed on to start in an attacking three behind Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSMeanwhile, Chelsea’s Cole Palmer, Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon and West Ham’s Jarred Bowen have all enjoyed excellent seasons.Versatile Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins is also hoping to get on the plane with Tottenham’s James Maddison, as is underperforming Manchester United star Marcus Rashford.And with just 23 places up for grabs, which includes three goalies, defence-heavy Southgate will be forced to make some tough phone calls.However, former Premier League manager Bruce reckons 35-caps Grealish is more than deserving of a spot.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe pair worked together at Villa for two years from October 2016.And those seasons saw Grealish mature from precocious playmaker to one of Villa’s main leaders.Jack Grealish’s dog did ‘the biggest s***’ on Man City’s training pitch as England star reveals unusual habitsBruce reckons those qualities makes his former player a shoe-in, as being part of a tournament squad is more than just about talent.Even still, Bruce adds that Grealish still has skills other England players can only dream about, and he must get the nod from Southgate at the end of the season.Bruce told talkSPORT: “For me, yes. I’m going to (take him) because I’m a big admirer of Jack having worked with him.“Especially in a competition when you’re away for six weeks, you need someone like Jack to have him around the place.“It’s not just his football ability but his personality, the way he is and the way he is around the group.“He’s great fun and a really great lad and of course, the kid can play and offer something different which obviously others can’t, in my opinion.“For me, he’s got to be on the plane.”Steve Bruce’s managerial careerThose numbers in full:

      Sheffield United, 1998-1999: P55 W22 D15 L18

      Huddersfield Town, 1999-2000: P66 W25 D16 L25

      Wigan, 2001: P8 W3 D2 L3

      Crystal Palace, 2001: P18 W11 D2 L5

      Birmingham, 2001-2007: P269 W100 D69 L100

      Wigan, 2007-2009: P68 W23 D17 L28

      Sunderland, 2009-2011: P98 W29 D28 L41

      Hull, 2012-2016: P201 W82 D44 L75

      Aston Villa, 2016-2018: P102 W46 D25 L31

      Sheffield Wednesday, 2019: P18 W7 D8 L3

      Newcastle, 2019-2021: P97 W28 D28 L41

      West Brom, 2022: P32 W8 D12 L12 More

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      Cops raid Germany’s biggest slum ‘Zombieland’ in frantic bid to clean up hellhole ahead of England’s Euros visit

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      GERMAN cops raided Frankfurt’s ‘Zombieland’ drugs slum in a frantic bid to clean up the hellhole area before England’s Euros visit.Scores of officers descended on the crime-ravaged Bahnhofsviertel district – two days after The Sun revealed how clueless UEFA recommended it as a base for thousands of travelling Three Lions fans.Cops descended on crime-ravaged Bahnhofsviertel district in FrankfurtCredit: BILD FotoserviceThe operation saw cops in bulletproof vests storm the area, arresting dozens of dealersCredit: BILD FotoserviceThe dangerous area in Frankfurt is plagued by ‘zombie’ drug addictsCredit: Dan CharityThe streets are packed with 5,000 shuffling junkies and 300 dealersCredit: Dan CharityFrankfurt’s railway station area is known as the “most dangerous slum in Germany” – with its streets packed with 5,000 junkies and 300 dealers.The no-go zone is so dangerous that kids are escorted to schools and even road sweepers receive police protection.Officials in the city are desperate to clear up the district before Euro 2024 kicks off in two months – with England playing Denmark on June 20.The major operation last Wednesday saw cops in bulletproof vests storm the station district, arresting dozens of dealers.more on Euro 2024 Pictures show suspects pinned to the ground while having their bags searched for drugs and weapons during the hours-long raid.Others were patted down against walls and were ordered to take off their shoes to check for concealed bags of crack cocaine.,Dozens were said to have been handcuffed and arrested – with local brothels also raided by cops.According to German newspaper Bild, more than 10,000 people have had their details checked by cops in the station area since February.Most read in Euro 2024Five Euros clashes will be played in Frankfurt – and most football fans will arrive at Frankfurt Central Station in the heart of the drugs slum.The Sun revealed last week how tournament organiser UEFA had used its official tournament app to suggest fans STAY in the dangerous district for the crucial group tie with Denmark.Adidas unveil Germany Euro 2024 kitHalf of all the crimes in million-strong Frankfurt are committed on just three streets in the station district – with four violent attacks taking place every day.The area is SO packed with dangerous drug addicts, US companies have banned their employees from walking along them.Politicians have described the violent area – riddled with traditional drugs like heroin and cocaine but also zombifying crystal meth – as “the open wound of Frankfurt”Cornelia Bensinger from the Pro Altstadt association said: “You almost have to be ashamed to be from Frankfurt  And now the gateway to the city looks like Harlem in the 1970s.”The crackdown by cops comes as authorities race to clean up the district, recommended by UEFA as a place for fans to stay.The footballing governing body was condemned by fans after official advice describing Behnhofsviertel as “an especially appealing choice if you’re considering trips to explore the city or its surroundings.”Addicts make no attempt to disguise their drug use on the streetCredit: Dan CharityHeroin and cocaine had been the traditional drugs of choice for addicts in the areaCredit: Dan CharityThe area has been branded ‘the most dangerous slum in Germany’Credit: Dan CharityHalf of all the crimes in Frankfurt are committed on just three streets in the areaCredit: Dan CharityIt is so bad that road sweepers are given police protectionCredit: Dan CharityThe area went downhill during the pandemic when businesses and bars closedCredit: Dan CharityUefa earmarked hotels for tens of thousands of Three Lions supporters attending games at the Deutsche Bank Park stadium, pictured, home of Eintracht Frankfurt More

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      BBC in major broadcasting change for Euro 2024 with England games affected

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      ALAN SHEARER revealed he will be co-commentating during England’s matches at Euro 2024 this summer.This marks a massive change by the BBC as Shearer wasn’t part of the channel’s commentary team during Euro 2020 and instead worked as a pundit.Alan Shearer will be co-commentating England’s Euro 2024 gamesCredit: GettyHowever, the 53-year-old, who amassed 30 goals in 63 caps with the Three Lions, appears to have jumped the gun during the latest episode of The Rest is Football podcast.The Newcastle legend joined Gary Lineker as well as Micah Richards and the trio were asked to rank their various TV roles of presenter, pundit, commentator and co-commentator from hardest to easiest.That led to yet another hilarious banter segment that seems to have set the scene for BBC’s coverage of the Euros.Each TV personality issued various different responses but Richards insisted co-commentators need to work mostly on instinct.Read More on FootballThat was when Shearer quipped: “Does that mean I will be getting hammered for doing the co-comms in the England games in the Euros?”Richards jokingly responded: “100 per cent.”And Lineker added: “I must say, you have actually been pretty good so far.”But that obviously could go wrong…”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThat was when the whole panel, including Shearer, laughed their socks off.The Premier League record goalscorer mostly conducts studio punditry but has experience on commentary.Alan Shearer congratulates Ireland star Sammie Szmodics after reaching 30-goal landmark for Blackburn RoversAnd now it seems like the legendary striker will be calling the action during England’s bid of winning their first trophy since the 1966 World Cup.The BBC are yet to announce their presenter and punditry lineup for the Euros.Shearer will be covering England’s bid of winning their first trophy since 1966 More

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      I’m targeting Euro 2024 glory with Real Madrid legend Luka Modric – but first I’m out to KO his Champions League dream

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      JOSKO GVARDIOL cannot wait to be part of Luka Modric’s curtain call with Croatia this summer.But first he plans to end his countryman’s hopes of bowing out with yet another Champions League title.Croatian stars Josko Gvardiol and Luka Modric will collide again in the Champions LeagueCredit: AlamyModric, 38, is expected to retire from international football after Euro 2024 in Germany.He also looks likely to leave Real Madrid at the end of the season with his former club Dinamo Zagreb among those looking to sign him.In 12 years at the Bernabeu, the former Tottenham man has won the top Uefa pot FIVE times. And he wants one more back in North London to round things off, with the final at Wembley on June 1.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLGvardiol said: “I don’t need to waste my time talking about his qualities as we all know them.“But he’s an even better person — and a leader on the pitch. This will be his last Euros, the last season for the national team.“So as a leader and person, I’m really happy I had a chance to play with him and share a dressing room.“I need to enjoy the last moments with Luka. But it’s also fun to face national team-mates with your club.”Most read in Champions LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOver the last week, Gvardiol, 22, has scored a couple of goals that Modric would have been proud of.The defender is settling in nicely at the Etihad after his £77million summer switch from RB Leipzig in Germany but now he wants silverware.Luka Modric’s former club put full-page advert in Spanish newspaper to convince Real Madrid star to leaveIf City are to defend the Champions League trophy they won in Istanbul last June, they will have to do it the hard way.They must see off 14-time European “kings” Real Madrid in tomorrow’s quarter-final second leg at the Etihad.The tie is finely poised at 3-3 with Arsenal or Bayern Munich awaiting the winners in the semis.Gvardiol had not joined City when they first tasted Champions League glory last term  — and he is eager to experience it.He said: “We are going to face Real Madrid, the kings of this competition but if you ask me,  there is no fear.“If you’re afraid of trying and doing something, it’s better to watch it on TV.“We want to win the cup. If you want to go through then you need to beat Real Madrid.“In the Champions League if we want to win it we have to face the best teams.”Gvardiol scored a stunner in Madrid last week then added another long-ranger to round off the scoring in Saturday’s 5-1 rout of Luton.City’s Mateo Kovacic — who also scored a cracker against the Hatters — is impressed by his international team-mate.The former Real Madrid midfielder said: “Josko is doing great scoring goals and he’s happy here which is the most important thing.READ MORE SUN STORIES“He’s loving Manchester life and enjoying his football. We know he is a great player, he just needs to keep going.“We both feel comfortable and we love being here.” More

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      Gareth Southgate ‘considering shock Euro 2024 call-up for Championship star’ after glittering performances

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE is considering picking Brighton and Swansea keeper Carl Rushworth in his Euro 2024 squad, according to reports.The England boss, 53, has a number of fitness and selection concerns behind Three Lions No1 Jordan Pickford.Swansea keeper Carl Rushworth is on loan at Swansea from BrightonCredit: AlamyGareth Southgate is considering picking Rushworth in his Euros squadCredit: GettyThe Everton man’s deputy, Aaron Ramsdale, 25, has been dislodged in the Arsenal goal by David Raya.He has started just six Premier League games this season and was an unused substitute in England’s friendlies against Brazil and Belgium.Newcastle keeper Nick Pope, 31, has been sidelined since December with a dislocated shoulder.Sam Johnstone, 31, is expected to be out until the end of the campaign after undergoing elbow surgery.And Burnley man James Trafford, 21, recently lost his spot in Vincent Kompany’s side as the Clarets have begun starting Arijanet Muric.Now The Mirror are reporting Swansea man Rushworth, 22, is being considered for a shock place in Southgate’s Euros squad.The young shot-stopper, on loan from Brighton, is expected to win the Championship side’s player of the season award.He has started every one of Swansea’s league matches in the 2023/24 campaign and kept nine clean sheets.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRushworth has been superb for Swansea in the Championship this seasonIt comes after impressive loan spells with both Lincoln and Walsall.Rushworth, who is under contract with Brighton until 2027, has a strong list of attributes which are said to include “quick reflexes, calmness, and an ability to pass out from the back”.Die-hard England fan cuts message into grass for Southgate and Co ahead of Euro 2024 that can be seen from SPACEHe has played just once for England’s U21s – which came in June 2023 in a 2-0 defeat to Japan.He went to last year’s U21 Euros but did not feature in England’s triumphant campaign as Trafford proved to be the hero in between the sticks. More

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      ISIS issues chilling threat to Euro 2024 as German cops bust four teen terror suspects planning molotov & knife rampage

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      GERMAN police have arrested a warped cell of four teenage terror suspects planning an ISIS rampage with knives and molotov cocktails.It comes as security officials prepare for a possible ISIS attack on the Euro games in Germany this summer.Germany is on high alert ahead of ISIS threats to this summer’s EurosCredit: AlamyArmed cops outside a stadium in GermanyCredit: GettyA twisted ISIS poster shows an armed terrorist about to exit a German trainCredit: ISISA packed stadium in Dortmund, Germany this weekCredit: GettyFour young boys and girls were arrested near Dusseldorf by police after they discovered the group’s horrific plans, Bild reports.Investigators were appalled to find the teens, aged just 15-16, were in possession of a machete and dagger and were texting on a group chat about attacking German cities.Just days ago ISIS issued a disturbing threat to the Champions League matches held in London, Madrid and Paris.It’s warped PR arm sent out a poster which read “kill them all”, sparking major security operations at each stadium.A mammoth security operation was launched across Europe with armed cops, prowling bomb dogs and elite anti-terror units.While the games went ahead without a hitch, security officials in Germany have now been placed on high alert ahead of this summer’s major championship games.ISIS magazine Voice of Khorasan released a particularly disturbing issue filled with calls to action for extremists around the world.German officials believe they were directed at the upcoming UEFA tournament, Bild reports.Most read in FootballChilling graphics inside the publication included one of a terrorist holding a gun, kitted out in camouflage gear and poised to exit a German train.Next to him are signs that read: “Welcome to Europe” and “Last call before exit”.On the seat in front of him is a box of explosives.SITE Intelligence, which monitors global terrorist activity, also reported a pro-ISIS cell calling for drone strikes on the Champions League stadiums this week.An ISIS graphic showed a drone flying over the Madrid stadium with the caption: “If they constrict and oppress you on the ground, then strike them from the sky”.Text in the terrifying magazine reads: “Run over the kuffar (non-believers) with your vehicle, stab them with knives, fill their food with poison, blow out their brains with bullets, and set their houses on fire.”German officials believe ISIS-K, who carried out Europe’s deadliest Islamic extremist attack in Moscow just weeks ago, have a significant presence in Europe.They reportedly have a network of more than 100 agents in western Europe with 50 in Germany alone.One security official told Bild: “(This propaganda piece) shows that the ISPK absolutely wants to carry out sensational attacks, no matter how and by whom. “To this end, all potential attackers, including self-radicalised individual perpetrators, so-called lone wolves, are now being called upon to carry out attacks.”Some of the recent ISIS messaging has been aimed at young people in particular – like those in Germany this week.READ MORE SUN STORIESDortmund, Dusseldorf and Cologne were all floated as possible locations for the disturbing teen attack but no ironclad plan came of it before their arrest.The current terror threat level in Germany assumes an attack is “very likely”.Armed cops in London, Madrid and Paris were placed on high alert this week for the Championship League quarter-finals More

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      England games set to clash with over 7,000 weddings this summer – with most popular date landing on a major Euro match

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      ENGLAND games this summer are set to clash with over 7,000 weddings.The most popular date to tie a knot is predicted to fall on a major match between England and Denmark.7,000 couples could be tying a know on the day of a crucial England gameCredit: GettyFootball fans admit they would sneak away from a wedding to watch a matchCredit: PAEnglish team is expected to face Denmark on June 20 for the group stage of the European competition.But this June will not only kick off the start of UEFA Euro championship but also the most popular wedding season.June has always been known among brides as the best time to say “I do.”Statistician Ed Jefferson compiled data of which days had the highest wedding frequencies and set it side by side with England match dates in the previous years.read more on footballBased on his findings, he has revealed that more than 7,000 weddings might take place on the same day as an England game.Dream weddings could turn into a nightmare with guests enthralled by the football instead of the couple.About 80 per cent of future spouses are already anxious about their big day coinciding with an England match, according to a poll of 2,000 fans, commissioned by Snickers.Footy fans have even admitted that they would secretly watch a game during a wedding or constantly peak at their phone to check the score.Most read in FootballOne in ten would go as far as sneaking out to a pub during the nuptials as to not miss a minute of the match.Other fans (13 per cent) would encourage the couple to screen the game at the venue.UEFA Euro 2024: The glamorous life of WAGsSnickers could make that suggestion a reality as they offer a football screening room to one lucky couple if their wedding day lands on a key England game.Kerry Cavanaugh, from Snickers, said: “We all know that feeling of scoring an own goal, that moment of realisation when you’ve turned up at the wrong grounds or when you hear crowds cheering at a goal just as you’ve nipped to get a hot dog.“That’s why, this summer we are helping the out the nation’s fans by offering brides and grooms, whose wedding falls on an England game day, to win the ultimate screening room and avoid scoring an own goal on their big day.”Booking a wedding on a crucial matchday has been named one of the biggest “own goals” along with forgetting your tickets at home when you get to the stadium.Other “own goals” included missing a goal to get food and leaving early because they believe their team has lost only for them to tie.TOP-10 FOOTBALL OWN GOALS
      1. Leaving the tickets at home when arriving at the stadium2. Leaving early because they think the team as lost, only for them to equalise3. Missing a goal to get food/drink4. Missing a game altogether because they got the kick off time wrong5. Sleeping through a game6. Arriving late for a game7. Accidently wearing the same colours of the opposing team8. Booking a wedding on an important game day9. Accidentally planning a date on the same day as a key football match10. Sitting next to the fans playing drums More

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      England fans at Euros told by Uefa to book hotels on street with zombie drug addicts in ‘Germany’s biggest slum’

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      CLUELESS football bosses are advising England fans at the Euros in Germany to stay in an area plagued by violent drug addicts dubbed “zombies”.Uefa have earmarked hotels in Frankfurt’s railway station area, or Bahnhofsviertel, as the base for tens of thousands of Three Lions supporters.England fans have been urged to stay in areas of Frankfurt plagued by ‘zombie’ addictsCredit: Dan CharityAddicts make no attempt to disguise their drug use on the streetCredit: Dan CharityThe area has been branded ‘the most dangerous slum in Germany’Credit: Dan CharityThe area is so bad that road sweepers are given police protectionCredit: Dan CharityBut it has been branded “the most dangerous slum in Germany” — with its streets packed with 5,000 shuffling junkies and 300 dealers.Heroin and cocaine had been the traditional drugs of choice, but crystal meth and a new crack cocaine mixture has hit the streets.A drug aid worker said: “It’s mixed together differently. It makes them angrier.”Günter Tauber, former head of the command and situation service of the city police, said: “Aggression is increasing sharply. This new mixture causes users to lose control and they become more aggressive than ever.”READ MORE ON EUROSThe area is so bad that road sweepers are given police protection, two schools have begged for a dedicated security force and US firms have told employees to take taxis even for short trips.Peter Postleb, adviser to the mayor when Frankfurt was a World Cup city in 2006, said pimps and dealers were indiscriminate and would attack even in broad daylight next to packed cafes.The security consultant told The Sun: “I don’t think it’s OK of Uefa to make a recommendation for fans to stay in this area.“Passers-by walking through the Bahnhofsviertel have been robbed and threatened.Most read in Euro 2024“Crack users who take it for a long time, they all have some kind of damage in their psyche and are very aggressive.He added: “Situations can quickly escalate. As a passer-by, you ­unfortunately quickly come into conflict with the scene, which has become very aggressive. You are harassed and pushed.”UEFA Euro 2024: The glamorous life of WAGsMr Postleb said the area went downhill during the pandemic when businesses and bars closed, allowing more space for junkies and dealers to move in.He added: “Police are very aware of the problem. They have been carrying out raids recently, big raids, and the whole of Bahnhofsviertel has been cordoned off.“I have no doubt they will step it up before the tournament.”But they face a race against time — with Harry Kane and his teammates facing Denmark in a crucial group tie on June 20.Uefa advice tells fans: “You’ll discover a variety of accommodation in close proximity to the Central Station or throughout the entire Bahnhofsviertel area.The streets are packed with 5,000 shuffling junkies and 300 dealersCredit: Dan CharityThe area went downhill during the pandemic when businesses and bars closedCredit: Dan Charity“From here, you can easily and conveniently access other key transportation hubs within the city.“This makes Bahnhofsviertel an especially appealing choice if you’re considering trips to explore the city or its surroundings.”DAYTIME GUN FIGHTYet half of all the crimes in Frankfurt are committed on just three streets in the area, with four violent attacks every day.One video shows a man being shot during a daytime gun fight. In another, a pedestrian is knocked out with a single punch, then robbed of his wallet and possessions while he is sprawled on the ground.James Monks, organiser of the England Supporters Club’s West Midlands branch, has followed the official advice and booked a room in the area.The Wolves fan, 31, fumed: “It seems an odd decision from Uefa to recommend fans stay in such a dangerous area. I do wonder if Uefa executives will base themselves in Bahnhofsviertel!“Hopefully the authorities will clean up the area in time but it doesn’t sound good.“I just hope the thousands of England fans travelling to Germany remain safe.”It seems an odd decision from Uefa to recommend fans stay in such a dangerous area.Newcastle United fan David Airey, 39, a member of the England Supporters Travel Club, said: “Uefa must rectify their guidance immediately. As someone travelling to the Euros with my young son, it is worrying that Uefa are offering guidance without fully doing their research first.“Their naivety in this situation could put unsuspecting fans and families in danger. The first they realise there may be problems could be when they arrive.“By this time, it will almost certainly be too late to book somewhere else that is either available or not extortionately priced.”Politicians have described the area as “the open wound of Frankfurt”.Half of all the crimes in Frankfurt are committed on just three streets in the areaCredit: Dan CharityHeroin and cocaine had been the traditional drugs of choiceCredit: Dan CharityCornelia Bensinger, from the Pro Altstadt association, said: “The gateway to the city looks like ­Harlem in the 1970s.”A spokesman for the city said they would need until the end of the week to respond.But Frankfurt Chief Supt Björn Thies insisted: “The Frankfurt police are on duty around the clock in the Frankfurt railway station area with numerous police officers from various departments, both in uniform and in civilian clothes.“In addition to the daily presence, large-scale checks are carried out at regular intervals.”READ MORE SUN STORIESUefa said: “Accommodation options indicated on the event guide are aligned with the host ­cities and reflect the offers provided on all major accommodation booking platforms.“For any updates and further information, we also refer fans who plan to travel to Germany to the respective tourism pages of the respective cities or regions.”Uefa earmarked hotels in Frankfurt’s railway station area as the base for tens of thousands of Three Lions supportersCredit: GettyHarry Kane and his teammates face Denmark in a crucial group tie on June 20Credit: Getty More