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      Alex Scott takes fans inside BBC’s Euros coverage as she reveals filming secrets in incredible behind-the-scenes video

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      ALEX SCOTT has taken fans behind-the-scenes at the BBC’s Euro 2024 studio. The Beeb have been broadcasting live from their Berlin home for the last month, overlooking the iconic Brandenburg Gate.Alex Scott took fans behind-the-scenes at BBC’s studioCredit: Instagram bbcsportShe showed off the state-of-the-art cameras and technologyCredit: Instagram bbcsportBefore heading to their incredible rooftop studio – overlooking central BerlinCredit: Instagram bbcsportScott then spoke to Wayne Rooney and Joe HartCredit: Instagram bbcsportDion Dublin and Conor Coady were hard at work in the analysis roomCredit: Instagram bbcsportAnd ahead of the final between England and Spain, Scott revealed the secrets of the studio.The presenter vlogged her day as host of the Match of the Day Euros highlight show, which started with a dash across the city to get her outfit sorted.After arriving, she took fans into the BBC’s stunning studio filled with state-of-the-art technology.There are huge screens from the floor to ceiling as Scott compared it to a “virtual world”.READ MORE ON EURO 2024She then climbed up a narrow staircase to take viewers to the rooftop, where the likes of Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer have given their analysis of England’s performances.It was then time for an interview as Scott spoke to Wayne Rooney and Joe Hart about the Three Lions’ chance of glory.Before the ex-Lionesses star then took a trip into the analysis room – full of TVs showing different camera angles of the match.Pundits Dion Dublin and Conor Coady worked hard with BBC staff to create graphics and add arrows to help with their tactical analysis.Most read in FootballEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSAnd it was then time to go live as Scott opened the show by reading the auto-cue.Fans loved getting a glimpse behind-the-scenes, with one saying: “What a cool job.”BBC pundit tipped to replace Gareth Southgate as England manager after Euro 2024Another added: “This is amazing.”Meanwhile, the BBC are pulling out all the stops to get viewers to tine into their final coverage over ITVs and have added ex-Spain midfielder Juan Mata to their punditry lineup.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 ChapmanITV 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 McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More

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      England fans flock to German capital for spot of sightseeing ahead of Euros final – after 50k supporters flew over

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      ENGLAND fans are making the most of their time abroad with a spot of German sightseeing – ahead of the epic Euro final tomorrow. Berlin is teeming with Three Lions shirts as 50,000 supporters are predicted to fill the 71,000 Olympiastadion for the dramatic final clash of the tournament against Spain. England fans holds up flags as they gather next to the Brandenburg Gate in BerlinCredit: PAEngland fans along Berlin’s iconic Friedrichstrasse drape flags next to the river SpreeCredit: PAEngland fans gather in Berlin ahead of the crunch final against Spain on SundayCredit: Paul EdwardsDortmund, July 10: Fans of England celebrate the victory after the UEFA EURO 2024 semi-final match against the NetherlandsCredit: GettyThree England fans are heading to Germany after what initially started out as a joke in the pub escalated into a full-blown car and boat trip to Berlin (pictured from left: Jordan, Ryan and Ash)Credit: BPMEngland fans enjoy a drink at the Reichstag Euro 2024 Fan Zone in Berlin, GermanyCredit: PAIconic sites including the Brandenburg Gate and Friedrichstrasse have seen England fans arrive bearing the St George cross, showing their national pride in hopes their team will become Euro champions. One supporter, sporting a red England shirt, showed off her own skills with a football beside the gate.Others took selfies or raised their arms with glee as they were photographed holding St George cross flags and wearing Three Lions merchandise ahead of the game. Some were seen enjoying a drink in the sun at the Reichstag Euro 2024 Fan Zone.Read more Euro 2024While many people are taking sensible routes to Berlin to arrive in time for the match, three England fans from Stoke-on-Trent are taking an unusual approach after a joke in the pub escalated. Pals Ryan Brooks, 31, Ashley Nicklen, 30, and Jordan Kelly, 29, set off at 2am today so they can be in the German capital for tomorrow night’s huge showdown with Spain.The trio were watching the Three Lions’ semi-final win over the Netherlands in Ricardo’s at Stoke City’s bet365 Stadium when they joked about travelling out for the final to sample the atmosphere. Ryan, from Etruria, told Stoke-on-Trent Live he thought nothing more of it until he woke up the next day to a message off his two mates telling him to book time off work because they were going.Most read in Euro 2024Manchester United fan Ryan and Potters supporters Ashley and Jordan are making the near five-hour drive to Dover to get the boat over to France. That hour-and-a-half boat journey will be followed by around 10 hours on the road travelling through France, Belgium, Holland and eventually Germany.England stars put through their paces in final training session before Sunday’s Euro 2024 final v Spain in BerlinThe boys will spend two nights in an Airbnb and aim to get a spot in the Berlin fan zone for the big game. Ryan, who works for Vodafone, said: “We’ve been to the local pubs to watch all the games and were in Ricardo’s when we joked about going over for the final. Jordan was the one who suggested it.”I woke up after the semi final victory to a message from them saying we’re going and to get work off. So I spent the day frantically trying to get the time off. “Thankfully my manager sorted it for me. “Jordan looked at flights and they were charging as much one-way as it has cost us for the whole trip. “We’ve paid about £230 to £240 and that includes the ferry and an Airbnb in Berlin.”I’m the lucky one as I don’t drive so Ash and Jordan will be switching between them. England’s route to the Euro 2024 final”We set off about 2am for the ferry around 8am.” We’re going to watch the game in the fan zone. The aim is to get there early enough that we can make our way to the fan zone. “Fingers crossed it’s not too jampacked. I had us down to reach the semi finals so I’m just excited that we’ve got to the final again.”When asked whether he thinks the Lions will win, Ryan said: “That’s a tough question!”We’ve come off the back of a final so we can handle the pressure and Southgate is coming to the end of his contract so hopefully the players will want to do it for him. “Those are two elements that could push us to victory but it’s going to be tough as Spain have played phenomenally.”The Reichstag Euro 2024 Fan Zone in Berlin, Germany, ahead of the UEFA Euro 2024 final between Spain and EnglandCredit: PAEngland football fan Jordan, pictured in a Jude Bellingham replica shirt, poses for a picture at the Brandenburg Gate ahead of the Euro 2024 finalCredit: GettyJordan takes in the historic sites ahead of the Three Lions’ showdown against SpainCredit: GettyEngland football fans with a St George flag pose for a picture at the Brandenburg GateCredit: GettyEngland fans stand in front of an image of Jude Bellingham in Berlin, GermanyCredit: PAIt comes as England stars were put through their paces for the last time ahead of the Euro 2024 final.The Three Lions are hoping to end their 58-year wait for glory against Spain tomorrow.Before the players head to Berlin for the final, the athletes prepared at their luxury base in Blankenhain.All 26 members of the squad were in full training.It gives Gareth Southgate a selection decision to make at left-back after Luke Shaw and Kieran Trippier played half the game each in the semi-final victory over Holland.Trippier has been nursing a calf strain and Shaw is yet to play over 45 minutes at the tournament so far.Once training is over, England will leave Blankenhain and head to Berlin at 3:30pm.A England fan showing off her skills with a football next to the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, ahead of the UEFA Euro 2024 finalCredit: PAOne supporter, sporting a red England shirt, showed off her own skills with a football beside the gateCredit: PABerlin train station has seen an influx of Three Lions fans ahead of Sunday’s gameCredit: PASpain and England fans hold up their national flags as they gather next to the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, ahead of the UEFA Euro 2024 finalCredit: PAThey are set to travel to the German capital by coach – not plane.The team plan to arrive in Berlin at 6:30pm.And Southgate and his skipper Kane are set speak to the media at a press conference at 7:45pm.Ahead of the game, a passionate Southgate said: “In the end, winning and what that means completely changes how you’re going to be viewed.”I want to win so much on Sunday it hurts.HOW TO WATCH THE 2024 EUROS FINALTHE Euro 2024 final will take place on Sunday, July 14Kick-off will be at 8pm BST and The Olympiastadion in Berlin will host.The Euro 2024 final will be broadcast live on both BBC One and ITV1.All of the games at the European Championships have been aired on either BBC or ITV during the tournament.You will be able to live stream the final for free on either BBC iPlayer or ITVX.Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action by following SunSport’s live blog.”But I can handle whatever comes and I know it’s not going to change what the dog thinks when I walk back through the door.“The margins are so fine and there are bits you can affect, others you are not going to affect.“I would probably have felt differently about that three years ago, five years ago.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But I’m in a different space now — and that’s a good thing because otherwise I’d have been in a mess these last five weeks.”Hopeful! A Spain fan holds a sign requesting a ticket next to the Brandenburg GateCredit: PAEngland fans arriving at Berlin Hauptbahnhof train station in BerlinCredit: PAEngland fans on Friedrichstrasse with a flag next to the river Spree in BerlinCredit: PAEngland fans get into the spirit at Berlin Central Train Station, GermanyCredit: PA More

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      Gareth Southgate is a genius and he’d be a fool to not lead England at 2026 World Cup after Euro 2024 run says Paul Ince

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE would be a “fool” to leave England if he wins Euro 2024, claims Manchester United legend Paul Ince.The Three Lions are set to face Spain in the final of the European championship on Sunday at the Olympiastadion in Berlin.Gareth Southgate would be a ‘fool’ to leave England if he wins Euro 2024Credit: APEngland legend Paul Ince insists England boss Southgate is a ‘right genius’Credit: GettySouthgate’s contract runs out in December and much has been discussed about his future after a hapless start to the competition despite the fact he made his second successive Euros final.Ince, 56, though, insists his former England team-mate needs to remain at the helm for the 2026 World Cup after his stunning work with the national team.Southgate, 53, has completely changed the culture of the team and his impact has also led to a fourth-place finish in the 2018 World Cup and the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup.The United great insists the England boss is a “right genius” that deserves to win the country’s first ever piece of silverware since the 1966 World Cup.Read More on FootballInce exclusively told Ladbrokes 1-2-Free: “In management, when you make substitutions, you’re either going to look like a fool, or you’re going to look like a genius.”If you bring certain players on, you’re going to get people asking questions. ‘Bring on [Ivan] Toney, bring on [Anthony] Gordon’. But, listen, it worked, and Gareth looks like a right genius.”The world of social media nowadays means it’s almost impossible to get away from the criticism. But I don’t think it’ll bother Southy, I really don’t. “We’re here now, and we’re in the final and he’ll probably still get criticised even if we go on and win it! That’s the nature of the beast.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Yes, we’ve had a bit of luck, but we’re definitely due it. You think back to 1996. We could’ve easily won that tournament. Then you’ve got 1993, when Ronald Koeman should’ve been sent off. There are so many occasions where things haven’t gone our way.”Of course I’d love to see Gareth win it; he’s changed England in so many ways. Bukayo Saka breaks silence on amazing reaction to Watkins’ Netherlands winning goal to fire England into Euro 2024 final”Culturally, you know, I remember when I was playing for England and some players just didn’t want to play for their country, because they had a big club game coming up.”Maybe he’ll want to step down and take a break, but if they win it on Sunday, I think he’d be a fool not to take this squad to America in a couple of years from now. “England vs Spain recordEngland have played Spain 27 times in total – here is a look at every result…May 1929, Spain 4-3 England – International Friendly (L)December 1931, England 7-1 Spain – International Friendly (W)July 1950, Spain 1-0 England – World Cup (L)May 1955, Spain 1-1 England – International Friendly (D)November 1955, England 4-1 Spain – International Friendly (W)May 1960, Spain 3-0 England – International Friendly (L)October 1960, England 4-2 Spain – International Friendly (W)December 1965, Spain 0-2 England – International Friendly (W)May 1967, England 2-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)April 1968, England 1-0 Spain – European Championship (W)May 1968, Spain 1-2 England – European Championship (W)March 1980, Spain 0-2 England – International Friendly (W)June 1980, England 2-1 Spain – European Championship (W)March 1981, England 1-2 Spain – International Friendly (L)July 1982, Spain 0-0 England – World Cup (D)February 1987, Spain 2-4 England – International Friendly (W)September 1992, Spain 1-0 England – International Friendly (L)June 1996, England 0(4)-(2)0 Spain – European Championship (W)February 2001, England 3-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)November 2004, Spain 1-0 England – International Friendly (L)February 2007, England 0-1 Spain – International Friendly (L)February 2009, Spain 2-0 England – International Friendly (L)November 2011, England 1-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)November 2015, Spain 2-0 England – International Friendly (L)November 2016, England 2-2 Spain – International Friendly (D)September 2018, England 1-2 Spain – Nations League (L)October 2018, Spain 2-3 England – Nations League (W)Overall, England have won 14, drawn three and lost 10 matches against Spain. More

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      How England’s kit will change if Gareth Southgate and Co beat Spain to end 58 years of hurt at Euro 2024

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      ENGLAND’S kit will get a brand new addition should the Three Lions beat Spain in tomorrow’s Euro 2024 final.Gareth Southgate’s men stand on the brink of history after overpowering the Netherlands in Wednesday’s semi-final.England’s shirt is set for a massive change if they beat Spain in the Euro 2024 finalCredit: GettyEngland have never won a European Championship before.And it has been 58 painful years since Sir Alf Ramsay delivered the World Cup on home soil.Southgate will now be looking to make amends in Berlin tomorrow night after losing the Euro 2020 final on penalties to Italy at Wembley.And should England emerge victorious against Spain, the only side to have won every single game in the tournament, their iconic white shirt will look completely different.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThat’s because the winner of the Euros gets to add a special badge to their jersey declaring their triumph.Portugal proudly wore the white crest, which features a picture of the trophy as well as the words “Uefa European Champions”, after winning Euro 2016.And Italy were allowed the same privilege after beating England in 2021.Teams are allowed to wear the badge until the start of the next major tournament.Most read in FootballEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSItaly displayed their emblem all the way until their 2-0 defeat to Austria in November 2022, totalling nearly 18 months.The Italians did not qualify for the World Cup in Qatar, which started that same month.Sven-Göran Eriksson’s Rallying Cry for EnglandEngland’s shirt will get a shiny badge boasting their win, just like Euro 2020 victors ItalyItaly displayed the badge for nearly 18 months until the 2022 World Cup startedCredit: GettyEuro 2016 winners Portugal wore the crest for almost two years until the 2018 World CupCredit: EPAAnd their shirts no longer bore the Euro winners’ crest in their next match, a 2-1 defeat to England in March 2023.As for Portugal, they were able to wear the badge following their Euro 2016 victory until the start of the 2018 World Cup.It means if England win tomorrow’s final, their shirts will boast the crest until the 2026 World Cup, which kicks off on June 11 and is hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.SunSport can exclusively reveal Southgate will stick with the same XI that started against the Netherlands, with Kieran Trippier keeping his place at left wing-back ahead of Luke Shaw.It also means Harry Kane and Phil Foden will retain their spots, despite subs Cole Palmer and Ollie Watkins linking up to deliver England’s fatal blow to the Dutch.Reflecting on the massive game, Southgate said: “In the end, winning and what that means completely changes how you’re going to be viewed.“I want to win so much on Sunday it hurts, don’t get me wrong. But I can handle whatever comes and I know it’s not going to change what the dog thinks when I walk back through the door.“The margins are so fine and there are bits you can affect, others you are not going to affect.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I would probably have felt differently about that three years ago, five years ago.”But I’m in a different space now — and that’s a good thing because otherwise I’d have been in a mess these last five weeks.”England vs Spain recordEngland have played Spain 27 times in total – here is a look at every result…May 1929, Spain 4-3 England – International Friendly (L)December 1931, England 7-1 Spain – International Friendly (W)July 1950, Spain 1-0 England – World Cup (L)May 1955, Spain 1-1 England – International Friendly (D)November 1955, England 4-1 Spain – International Friendly (W)May 1960, Spain 3-0 England – International Friendly (L)October 1960, England 4-2 Spain – International Friendly (W)December 1965, Spain 0-2 England – International Friendly (W)May 1967, England 2-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)April 1968, England 1-0 Spain – European Championship (W)May 1968, Spain 1-2 England – European Championship (W)March 1980, Spain 0-2 England – International Friendly (W)June 1980, England 2-1 Spain – European Championship (W)March 1981, England 1-2 Spain – International Friendly (L)July 1982, Spain 0-0 England – World Cup (D)February 1987, Spain 2-4 England – International Friendly (W)September 1992, Spain 1-0 England – International Friendly (L)June 1996, England 0(4)-(2)0 Spain – European Championship (W)February 2001, England 3-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)November 2004, Spain 1-0 England – International Friendly (L)February 2007, England 0-1 Spain – International Friendly (L)February 2009, Spain 2-0 England – International Friendly (L)November 2011, England 1-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)November 2015, Spain 2-0 England – International Friendly (L)November 2016, England 2-2 Spain – International Friendly (D)September 2018, England 1-2 Spain – Nations League (L)October 2018, Spain 2-3 England – Nations League (W)Overall, England have won 14, drawn three and lost 10 matches against Spain. More

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      Topless Jack Grealish looks ripped as Man City trains alone in Portugal on eve of England’s Euro 2024 final

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      JACK GREALISH has been training alone to work on his fitness, just hours before England take on Spain in the Euro 2024 final.The Manchester City star underwent some intense training in Portugal ahead of the new Premier League campaign.Jack Grealish has been undergoing some intense training ahead of the new Premier League seasonCredit: BackGridThe star has been training alone in PortugalCredit: BackGridGrealish has been working on his fitness just hours before England’s Euro 2024 final against SpainCredit: BackGridGrealish narrowly missed out on making Gareth Southgate’s final squad for the tournament in GermanyCredit: BackGridThe Man City star certainly hasn’t let himself go over the summerCredit: BackGridHe showed off his toned physiqueCredit: BackGridThe 26 degree heat looked like it was taking its toll on the starCredit: BackGridGrealish has had the summer off after he heartbreakingly missed out on a spot in Gareth Southgate’s England squad in Germany for the Euros.The former Aston Villa man was unable to make the final 26-man squad after training with the provisional 33-strong side prior to the tournament.However, Grealish will be right behind his teammates when they take to the pitch in Berlin tomorrow.The 28-year-old is ensuring he is in his best shape ahead of the new campaign for Man City, having struggled to reach his own high standards last term.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDespite lifting the Premier League trophy, Grealish struggled with injury and form last term – making only 10 league starts for Pep Guardiola’s side.And the superstar winger is making sure that he is in tip top shape for the coming campaign, showing off his ripped physique in the 26 degree heat in Portugal.Despite the disappointment of missing out on a place in Southgate’s squad this summer, it has brought some positives with it.As well as allowing Grealish to have a recharging break and focus on his fitness, the 36-time England international has also been able to spend some more time with pregnant partner Sasha Attwood.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe happy couple took to social media to announce the exciting news of their pregnancy last Sunday with a heartwarming post.Alongside a picture of Sasha’s baby bump, a post read: “Half of me, half of you – beyond blessed.”LETS LOOSE Jack Grealish dons hilarious shoulder-length blonde WIG as he lets his hair down after England exile (1)While Grealish added: “Life’s biggest blessing”.Grealish and Sasha are childhood sweethearts and began dating when they were just teenagers at school together in Solihull.Without Grealish in the squad, Gareth Southgate has had rely on other stars to help his team force their way through to the final.And the England boss is expected to field the same starting 11 as his semi-final success tomorrow.The nation waits with bated breath to see if the Three Lions can get over the line in a major tournament for the first time since 1966.But they will leave Germany as record-breakers no matter what as they became the first men’s England team to reach a major final on foreign soil.Grealish’s admission from the Euros squad has allowed him to focus on his fitness in the off-seasonCredit: BackGridThe former Aston Villa winger still looks in top shapeCredit: BackGridHis toned abs will soon bring a whole new meaning to the phrase ‘dad bod’Credit: BackGridGrealish and partner Sasha Attwood announced their pregnancy last weekThe happy couple are excited to welcome their first childCredit: InstagramThe pair have been together since they were teenagersCredit: Instagram @sasha__rebecca More

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      Fans ask ‘why doesn’t he wait til after?’ as diehard England fan updates blunder tattoo… but it could be another error

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      AN ENGLAND diehard has been told that he should have waited by fellow fans after his latest tattoo.Our heroic Three Lions face Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday.Gareth Southgate hopes to end 58 years of hurt for England against SpainCredit: AFPOne confident fan has already boldy predicted a win despite his previoys tattoo blunderCredit: Instagram @bruxismtattooEngland booked their spot in the Berlin showpiece with a 2-1 victory over Holland on Wednesday.Super-sub Ollie Watkins scored the 90th-minute winner in what many believe was the country’s greatest sporting moment for generations.Now Gareth Southgate is set to name the same side that started against the Dutch against the Spaniards as he looks to end a 58-year wait for glory.Fans are confident that our boys can deliver and be crowned champions of Europe.READ MORE ON EURO 2024However, one person named Ben is extremely positive about our chances of doing the business and has already got it inked on his body.That is despite already making several big blunders with the ever-expanding tattoo.The supporter in question had “England World Cup Winners” written onto his body, which he seemingly got prior to the 2018 semi-final with Croatia that Southgate led our team to.Underneath that he had that year inked on himself, and that has now also been followed by “2022” – where the Three Lions were beaten in the quarters by France.Most read in FootballEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSMeanwhile, he has also added a few more bits to it after his mistake six years ago.He now has “Euros” written to the right, and he has “2020” written underneath that.England stars put through their paces in final training session before Sunday’s Euro 2024 final v Spain in BerlinEven that is technically wrong due to the fact that the Euro 2020 tournament was actually postponed for a year due to Covid.Anyhow, all three of those dates now also have a line through them.But the supporter has boldly got “2024” already tattooed under it in a bold show of confidence.Award winning tattoo artist Brux Tattoos, who are based in Hertfordshire, revealed the inkwork on their Instagram account.Showing a clip of the finished piece, they captioned it with: “Come on England!“Thanks Ben, love the optimism mate.”And it did not take long for fellow fans to jump into the comments.You can say it hasn’t been pretty, but England are in the final… and we’re peaking at just the right time, says Jack WilshereAFTER what has been a tough tournament of times, what an opportunity Gareth Southgate and his team will have to end in the best possible way, writes Jack Wilshere.We might like a team that played better football. But it’s a results business.Germany, Italy, France, Portugal and of course Holland would love to be where we are.People will say we’re lucky because we’re on this side of the draw.But we won the group. France didn’t and then ran into Spain.You can say it wasn’t that pretty, but we’re there.Gareth and his coaches won’t have been happy with some of the performances.But I did like the way Gareth and his team have dealt with it.There was no panic coming out of the camp.Everyone gave the same message: ‘We know we can better, but we’re here still.’And on Sunday they will be in Berlin to play Spain.They will probably have to produce two halves of football as good as the first against Holland to beat them.We have improved as the tournament has gone on and that is how you win things.You want to peak in the final.If Gareth can lead England to that major trophy we’ve all been waiting for, it will be the perfect answer to the critics and a brilliant day for us all.Read Jack Wilshere’s England vs Holland verdict in full.Or check out all of SunSport columnist Jack’s Euros 2024 opinions…One wrote: “Why doesn’t he wait until afterwards? Will he not have enough time when it happens?”Another joked: “This tattoo will get another red line this Sunday.”A third said that he “jinxed it” while others claimed that they “love the confidence”.While others were also annoyed that he had completely ignored the Lionesses Euro 2022 triumph.READ MORE SUN STORIESOne said: “Dude England WON in 2022, people just ignore it because it was the women’s, for some reason.”As another said: “You need to add that it’s about the men’s team. The women have won.”England vs Spain recordEngland have played Spain 27 times in total – here is a look at every result…May 1929, Spain 4-3 England – International Friendly (L)December 1931, England 7-1 Spain – International Friendly (W)July 1950, Spain 1-0 England – World Cup (L)May 1955, Spain 1-1 England – International Friendly (D)November 1955, England 4-1 Spain – International Friendly (W)May 1960, Spain 3-0 England – International Friendly (L)October 1960, England 4-2 Spain – International Friendly (W)December 1965, Spain 0-2 England – International Friendly (W)May 1967, England 2-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)April 1968, England 1-0 Spain – European Championship (W)May 1968, Spain 1-2 England – European Championship (W)March 1980, Spain 0-2 England – International Friendly (W)June 1980, England 2-1 Spain – European Championship (W)March 1981, England 1-2 Spain – International Friendly (L)July 1982, Spain 0-0 England – World Cup (D)February 1987, Spain 2-4 England – International Friendly (W)September 1992, Spain 1-0 England – International Friendly (L)June 1996, England 0(4)-(2)0 Spain – European Championship (W)February 2001, England 3-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)November 2004, Spain 1-0 England – International Friendly (L)February 2007, England 0-1 Spain – International Friendly (L)February 2009, Spain 2-0 England – International Friendly (L)November 2011, England 1-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)November 2015, Spain 2-0 England – International Friendly (L)November 2016, England 2-2 Spain – International Friendly (D)September 2018, England 1-2 Spain – Nations League (L)October 2018, Spain 2-3 England – Nations League (W)Overall, England have won 14, drawn three and lost 10 matches against Spain. 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      Who is Robin Le Normand’s girlfriend Sira Martinez? Meet the Spain & Real Sociedad centreback’s partner

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      ROBIN Le Normand and his Spain teammates have been the talk of the tournament so far, impressively sweeping away side after side to make it to Sunday’s Euro 2024 final against England.Here we get to know the defender’s girlfriend Sira Martinez — who has some sporting pedigree of her own.Sira Martinez is reportedly in a relationship with Spain star Robin Le NormandCredit: Instagram / @siramartinezcWho is Robin Le Normand’s girlfriend Sira Martinez?Robin Le Normand was born in France and started his playing career at Brest.But he obtained Spanish nationality in 2023 and was part of the Spain squad that won the Uefa Nations League the same year.The 27-year-old, whose younger brother Theo is also a professional footballer, and 24-year-old Sira Martinez are reportedly in a relationship.The Spanish beauty is a distinguished equestrian who has been riding horses since she was a child.READ MORE ON EURO 2024She is also a popular influencer on social media, having amassed over 342k followers on Instagram.Her father is new PSG manager and former Barcelona midfielder Luis Enrique’s daughter.Robin Le Normand of Spain dribbling the ball during the Euro 2024 quarter-final between Spain and Germany at Stuttgart Arena on July 5, 2024Credit: GettyShe said of her dad: “My father gives me the best advice.”He has no idea about horses, but as an athlete and trainer he gives good advice focusing on my figure as an athlete.”Most read in Euro 2024How long have Robin Le Normand and Sira Martinez been together?Reports about the showjumper and Real Sociedad centre-back dating first emerged in Spain.In April 2024, as reported in El Nacional, a source told Spanish magazine show Telecinco: “We have caught them in a loving attitude.England stars put through their paces in final training session before Sunday’s Euro 2024 final v Spain in Berlin“We have been called by a witness who has seen them.“They arrived by car in a loving attitude, she did not hide that they were a couple, [Robin] left [Sira] at the airport to go to Paris to see her father, who trains the PSG team.“The [relationship] was born recently… from March 2024″.Robin and Sira are yet to comment on the reports linking them romantically, however.We have caught them in a loving attitudeA SourceTelecincoWho has Sira Martinez dated in the past?Sira used to date former Premier League star Ferran Torres.The forward met Sira while playing he was playing for Manchester City.The pair began a long-distance relationship before his move to Barcelona in 2022.Torres was at Manchester City between August 2020 and January 2022.Sira Martinez is the ex-girlfriend of Ferran TorresHe made his first senior appearance for Spain in a 1-1 draw with Germany just a month after arriving at the Etihad. READ MORE SUN STORIESFerran and Sira lived together in Barcelona after his £55m move to the Nou Camp.But they went their separate ways in May 2023 after Sira reportedly broke up with the footballer because she wanted to focus on her equestrian career. More

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      Bukayo Saka breaks silence on amazing reaction to Watkins’ Netherlands winning goal to fire England into Euro 2024 final

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      BUKAYO SAKA has explained his brilliant reaction to Ollie Watkins’ dramatic late winner against the Netherlands on Wednesday.Saka was caught up in the moment as Watkins booked England a spot in Sunday’s final with his superb 90th minute finish.Bukayo Saka has explained his brilliant reaction to Ollie Watkins’ dramatic winner against the NetherlandsCredit: X @EnglandEngland players were sent into a frenzy when Watkins scored the late winnerCredit: RexSaka could be seen booting a ball into the crowd during the jubilant scenesThe stunning winner sent fans and players into a frenzy as England’s substitutes flooded onto the pitch to celebrate the goal.And amidst the chaos and jubilation, Saka could be seen booting a loose ball on the pitch into the stands.The amazing moment was caught on video and fans loved the Arsenal winger’s display of passion.And now the 22-year-old has explained the story behind his celebration, explaining that he let his emotions take over.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Speaking to England’s official social media, he said: “When a moment like that happens on the pitch I think you can’t really control your feelings, your emotions and your actions as well.”I just saw the ball and I went to just smash it as far and as high as was possible.”It was just to let out all the passion and all that excitement I had for that moment.”Saka when on to explain that Watkins had even managed to retrieve the ball as a memento for the historic night.Most read in Euro 2024England’s route to the Euro 2024 finalENGLAND began their Euros final campaign in Germany on June 16.EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSHe added: “Somehow Ollie [Watkins] turned up with the ball that I smashed into the crowd.”I don’t know how that happened, but I ‘m going to have some questions after this.”England fans spot what Bukayo Saka did after Ollie Watkins’ winning goal against Netherlands as new footage emergesSaka also gushed about Watkins’ goal, explaining that the moment in Dortmund has changed his life.He added: “I was literally right behind it and I had the perfect angle of Ollie’s goal.”Part of me was feeling like it was going to extra-time, but Ollie has just changed all of our lives with that goal and I think everyone is just looking forward to the final now.”England face Spain tomorrow who have been labelled as the “best team in the tournament” by Gareth Southgate.It’ll certainly be the Three Lions’ hardest test yet as they look to go one step further than their 2021 Wembley heartache.Saka could play a huge part in that as one of England’s top performers at the tournament.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe superstar already dragged England across the finish line against Switzerland when he scored a stunning goal from outside the box to level the scores and force extra time.While he then kept a cool head with the weight of the country on his shoulders when he dispatched his spot-kick during the penalty shootout – three years after heartbreakingly missing the crucial penalty against Italy in the last European Championship final.Ollie Watkins goal booked England’s spot in tomorrow’s finalCredit: GettyBukayo Saka has been one of England’s standout performersCredit: APThe Arsenal man netted a penalty against Switzerland in the quarter-finalsCredit: AlamyEngland vs Spain recordEngland have played Spain 27 times in total – here is a look at every result…May 1929, Spain 4-3 England – International Friendly (L)December 1931, England 7-1 Spain – International Friendly (W)July 1950, Spain 1-0 England – World Cup (L)May 1955, Spain 1-1 England – International Friendly (D)November 1955, England 4-1 Spain – International Friendly (W)May 1960, Spain 3-0 England – International Friendly (L)October 1960, England 4-2 Spain – International Friendly (W)December 1965, Spain 0-2 England – International Friendly (W)May 1967, England 2-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)April 1968, England 1-0 Spain – European Championship (W)May 1968, Spain 1-2 England – European Championship (W)March 1980, Spain 0-2 England – International Friendly (W)June 1980, England 2-1 Spain – European Championship (W)March 1981, England 1-2 Spain – International Friendly (L)July 1982, Spain 0-0 England – World Cup (D)February 1987, Spain 2-4 England – International Friendly (W)September 1992, Spain 1-0 England – International Friendly (L)June 1996, England 0(4)-(2)0 Spain – European Championship (W)February 2001, England 3-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)November 2004, Spain 1-0 England – International Friendly (L)February 2007, England 0-1 Spain – International Friendly (L)February 2009, Spain 2-0 England – International Friendly (L)November 2011, England 1-0 Spain – International Friendly (W)November 2015, Spain 2-0 England – International Friendly (L)November 2016, England 2-2 Spain – International Friendly (D)September 2018, England 1-2 Spain – Nations League (L)October 2018, Spain 2-3 England – Nations League (W)Overall, England have won 14, drawn three and lost 10 matches against Spain. 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