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      Laura Woods vs Gary Lineker and how the pundits have rated as we help you decide ITV vs BBC dilemma for England vs Spain

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      ALL EYES will be on Sunday’s Euro 2024 final when England take on Spain – but on which channel will you watch?BBC and ITV have shared the rights throughout the tournament in Germany as Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions made it to successive Euros finals.ITV’s Karen Carney and Laura WoodsCredit: GettyIan Wright, Gary Neville, Roy Keane and presenter Mark PougatchCredit: ITVRio Ferdinand, Cesc Fabregas and Micah Richards in the BBC studioCredit: BBCBut for the first time this summer, the broadcasters will go head-to-head, with viewers having the choice of which channel they tune into for the final. So here, SunSport helps fans decide ahead of the big game…HostsGary Lineker has long been the face of BBC’s football coverage, having hosted the iconic Match of the Day since 1999, making him a sage pair of hands.Gabby Logan, Alex Scott and Mark Chapman have shared the hotseat in the absence of Lineker.READ MORE IN football Former England striker Lineker has had an eventful Euros, notably being censored by the BBC for dropping an F-bomb while celebrating England’s win over Switzerland. He was also accused of breaking rules when he wore his own Next clothing range on air – as BBC ban talent from wearing attire they’re either promoting or being paid to wear.Lineker and BBC pundit Alan Shearer were also caught in a spiky back and forth with England captain Harry Kane after criticism of England’s early performances.Those tuning into ITV have been guided through proceedings by fans’ favourite Laura Woods and veteran broadcaster Mark Pougatch.Most read in Euro 2024Woods has stunned in a variety of bold outfits throughput the tournament and even brought along boyfriend Adam Collard to Berlin.ITV’s Euro 2024 host Laura WoodsCredit: RexShe has won praise from fans for her matchday outfitsCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP)Woods has share the hosting role with PougatchCredit: RexPunditsThe BBC have had Micah Richards, Shearer, Frank Lampard, Rio Ferdinand, Jermaine Jenas, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Ellen White, Ashley Williams, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie, Thomas Frank and Cesc Fabregas in the studio in Germany.Fabregas in particular received praise for his expert analysis and the Spaniard would be the perfect pundit for the final.He won the Euros in 2008 and 2012 while spending 13 years playing in England at Arsenal and Chelsea. Ferdinand meanwhile was on the end of some funny stick from Jenas after making it known he spoke with former team-mate Critstiano Ronaldo in private.BBC’s Lineker, Ferdinand, Lampard and Richards cheer on EnglandCredit: BBCBBC 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 TownsendCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSITV have had Ian Wright, Karen Carney, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Eni Aluko, Graeme Souness, Ange Postecoglou and Danny Rohl in their studio.Behind-the-scenes footage has shown Irishman Keane’s hilarious reaction to England’s goals – and his brutal take on the action will be a draw for many fans.In contrast, Wright and Neville haven’t disguised their jubilation at England’s progress, with the pair’s celebrations at Ollie Watkins’ late winner against Switzerland going viral.Former referee Christina Unkel was been a very welcome addition to ITV’s coverage – and definitely an upgrade on Peter Walton – as she analyses the on-pitch decisions.Unkel claimed England should NOT have been awarded a penalty against the Dutch before ITV later had to censor manager Ronald Koeman’s furious post-match interview.England fans reaction to dramatic last minute Euros win over NetherlandsCommentatorsGuy Mowbray is BBC’s lead commentator and he could be partnered with Jenas, Shearer, Danny Murphy or Martin Keown.Shearer brilliantly came up with the “pressure is for tyres” line as England went 5/5 in their quarter-final shootout win over Switzerland.Fans will likely be hoping the Newcastle pundit is back on co-comms for the final.Sam Matterface is ITV’s head commentator and will likely be partnered with Lee Dixon or Ally McCoist.But fans are pushing for former England international Andros Townsend to pair with McCoist in a dream co-commentary duo. The Euros also brought an end to Clive Tyldesley’s near-three decades with ITV. ITV’s lead commentator Sam MatterfaceCredit: RexStill undecided?A stunning 21.6 million tuned in on ITV at its peak to watch England beat Holland 2-1 thanks Watkins’ winner. BBC had 16.8m for the dramatic quarter-final against the Swiss which went to the dreaded shootout.Those numbers will likely be blown out the water on Sunday as the nation comes to a halt for the final.Coverage is set to start at 7pm on BBC – an hour before kick off – while ITV are going live at 6.30pm to give themselves an extra 30 minutes.READ MORE SUN STORIESOf course, BBC have the advantage of offering their coverage ad-free and three years ago only 5.8m of the total 31.1m viewers of the Euro final at Wembley watched it on ITV.But, if fans really can’t decide then there is always the option of flicking between the two.Euro 2024 final stadium is home to English football’s most shameful episodeGARETH SOUTHGATE and his players will walk in the footsteps of sporting infamy on Sunday.And they also have the chance to wipe out the memories of English football’s most shameful episode by replacing it with glorious triumph.For many, the Olympiastadion will always be the place where Jesse Owens humiliated Adolf Hitler in his own backyard.But the 1936 Olympics WERE used by the Nazis as pure propaganda, as a statement about the supposed supremacy of the “Aryan race”.The ghosts of those Games still flit between the towers and the colosseum-style architecture.Fans walking in on Sunday will see the plinth where the Olympic cauldron was lit by Fritz Schilgen – handpicked by propagandist film-maker Leni Riefenstahl – still there, high in the stands above one goal.And two years later, when the FA disgracefully ordered England’s players to raise their arm in the Nazi salute before beating Germany in a friendly, it seemed that the British state was implicitly accepting Hitler’s authority and power.The Three Lions have the opportunity to right that ancient wrong yet nothing can detract from the stadium’s place in the pantheon of sport’s darkest hours.Read the full story HERE. 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      Georgina Rodriguez wows in tiny bikini after Cristiano Ronaldo’s Euro 2024 disappointment as fans say ‘what a treat’

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      GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ has stunned in her latest Instagram post as she enjoys a post-Euros break.The social media superstar is taking some time to relax alongside partner Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal were knocked out of Euro 2024.Georgina Rodriguez posted a snap in her bikini on holidayCredit: INSTAGRAMShe posed in a a sheer yellow dress in another photoCredit: InstagramGeorgina was taking a break with partner Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal’s Euro 2024 exitCredit: InstagramThey spent some quality family time with their childrenCredit: InstagramThe family relaxed on the beachCredit: InstagramGeorgina updated her adoring fans with her travels as she shared some snaps on a beach holiday.The 30-year-old model posed for the camera in a bikini and matching cap in one photo.While she stunned in a sheer yellow dress in another snap.Other photos showed her and Cristiano enjoying some family time with their children.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans were blown away by the pictures of Georgina and immediately jumped to the comments section to shower her with compliments.One wrote: “You couldn’t be more beautiful!”While another added: “What a treat!”A third commented: “You’re always shining!”Most read in FootballAnd a fourth added: “So beautiful!”The post racked up an unbelievable 3.9million likes in just over 12 hours.Georgina Rodriguez shakes her bum in dance class after Iranian newspaper edits out her famous backsideGeorgina is regularly updating her fans with her glamorous lifestyle on social media and has amassed a whopping 60.4MILLION followers on Instagram as a result.Most recently she posed for a bikini campaign ahead of Euro 2024, while she also showed off more racy holiday pictures from a family “recharge” prior to the tournament.As well as her life as a model and social media influencer she is also a global businesswoman and the star of her own Netflix show.On top of her busy lifestyle she also finds the time to be the mother of her children and is always sharing a glimpse into their lives on social media.Georgina has been with Ronaldo since 2016 and is always supporting her man during his footballing exploits.Ronaldo suffered European Championship heartbreak this summer as the 39-year-old Portugal star was dumped out the competition on penalties at the hands of France.And he certainly had an emotional rollercoaster of a tournament in Germany.The Al-Nassr forward had missed a crucial penalty in Portugal’s last-16 clash with Slovenia, reducing him to tears on the side of the pitch.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut after making amends with a successful spot kick in the shootout, he was all smiles as Portugal advanced to the quarter-finals.However the exit to France in the quarters was also an emotional moment for Ronaldo, who looked close to tears once again after his side were dumped from the competition.Inside the glamorous world of Georgina Rodriguez…Georgina lives a life to be enviedCredit: InstagramThe stunning partner of Cristiano Ronaldo offers regular insights into her worldCredit: instagram @georginagioShe has over 60 million followers on InstagramCredit: InstagramShe met Ronaldo whilst working as a shop girl at DiorCredit: The Mega AgencyShe is now the mother to his five children, two of which Georgina is the maternal motherCredit: EPAGeorgina now resides in Saudi Arabia following Ronaldo’s move to Al-NassrCredit: Georgina Rodriguez/instagramGeorgina loves luxury holidays and can often be seen on mega yachtsCredit: Instagram @georginagioShe is no stranger to a red carpet tooCredit: GettyGeorgina is always supporting RonaldoCredit: AlamyAnd she works as a model in her own time tooCredit: georginagio/InstagramRodríguez has modelled for PrettyLittleThing lingerie beforeCredit: InstagramGeorgina and Cristiano have been together since 2016Credit: instagram/@georginagioRonaldo suffered Euro 2024 heartbreak at the hands of France this summerCredit: APRonaldo was brought to tears after missing a crucial penalty in the round of 16 during Euro 2024Credit: Getty More

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      Three ways England could line up vs Spain with calls to DROP Harry Kane and star eyeing first start of Euro 2024

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE has some massive calls to make this weekend.England will face Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday, with a huge prize up for grabs.Gareth Southgate could make some changes to his line-upCredit: GettySome fans have called for Harry Kane to be droppedCredit: GettyLuke Shaw could be in line to startCredit: GettyShould they beat Luis de la Fuente’s side, the Three Lions will secure their first major title in 58 years.They came agonisingly close in 2021 but lost out to Italy on penalties in the final at Wembley.Southgate will now look to go one step further by winning the trophy in Berlin.But to do so he will have to pick his starting line-up carefully.Read More in FootballMany fans have called for semi-final hero Ollie Watkins to get the nod over captain Harry Kane following his last-gasp strike against Holland.Some also want Luke Shaw back in the XI following his return from injury.Southgate is yet to offer any hints about his potential line-up.But SunSport have looked at three different ways he could approach the game…Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOption 1How England could line up against Spain in the Euro 2024 finalIf the England boss were to make any changes, the most likely one would be Shaw replacing Kieran Trippier.Despite being a right-back, Trippier swapped over to the left at the start of the tournament.Watch Jordan Pickford absolutely lose it as he celebrates with fans after Ollie Watkins’ England winner vs NetherlandsHe began as a left-back before switching to a left wing-back role when Southgate changed formations against Switzerland.The Newcastle star was initially put there to cover Shaw while he was recovering from injury.But with the Manchester United defender now fully fit, Trippier could be surplus to requirements.In what would arguably be the biggest shock, Southgate could also decide to drop captain Kane.The striker has appeared fatigued at times throughout the tournament, likely due to a recent back injury.But Southgate has continued to show faith in him, despite impressive substitute appearances from both Watkins and Ivan Toney.It would be unlikely, but the England boss could decide to put Watkins in contention for a start.Option 2Alternatively, the Three Lions could line up with two strikersAlternatively – and this would be even more far-fetched – Southgate could decide to tweak his formation and play two strikers.Should he do so, Kobbie Mainoo could be dropped to the bench despite his fantastic Player of the Match performance against Holland.In that situation, England could line up in a 3-4-1-2 formation with Jude Bellingham playing alongside Declan Rice in the centre of midfield and Phil Foden starring further forward.Option 3Or Southgate could start with the same XI as the semi-finalFinally – and the most likely scenario – safety-first Southgate could opt to simply keep everything the same.READ MORE SUN STORIESKane – who despite his poor form is the joint leading scorer at the tournament – could remain as England’s sole No9, with Trippier keeping his spot on the left.That would give the likes of Watkins and Shaw the chance to make an impact later in the match.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… More

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      Kyle Walker tattoos: What are the meanings behind the England & Man City defender’s body ink?

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      ENGLAND ace Kyle Walker is well known for his love of body art.But fans may not know that many of the Euro 2024 star’s tattoos have emotional reasons behind them.Kyle Walker’s arm tattoos on display as he turns out for EnglandCredit: RexHow many tattoos does Kyle Walker have?Euro 2024 star Kyle Walker is well known for his passion for football.But the England star also has a love of tattoos.The sportsman’s body art includes sleeves on both arms and multiple inkings across his torso.They reflect different parts of his life and the people who are important to him.Read more on Kyle WalkerSpeaking to Unscripted, Walker has previously revealed how each tattoo is special to him.He said: “At the time I wanted to do it so I don’t regret it.”First tattoo Kyle Walker got his own name on his hand for his first tattooCredit: Instagram @kylewalker2Walker kicked off his tattoo collection with something simple.The footballer opted to have his own name inked on his hand along with a star.Most read in FootballThe Man City star revealed: “The first tattoo that I ever got was ‘K. Walker’ on my hand and it actually had one star.“But I got a lot of stick for it from my friends saying ‘well, you are only one star, is that how much you rate yourself?’”Annie Kilner arrives to cheer on Kyle Walker with other Wags (1)Right arm messageWalker has an inspirational quote on his right armCredit: GettyWalker has a huge tattoo inked across his right arm.The poignant body art reads, “To the stars through difficulties”.This inspirational phrase is likely to be as a reminder to himself to stay focused through tough times.Tribute to grandfatherKyle Walker dedicated one tattoo to his grandfatherCredit: Instagram @kylewalker2Walker’s body art collection includes dedications to family members he has loved and lost.This includes the man responsible for kicking off his brilliant football career.My sister had a baby who passed away as well so up here I have got an angel carrying a baby (tattoo) and it says ‘God gained an angel’.Kyle Walker Explaining the inking, the Three Lions ace said: “I got this eye for my grandad who took me to Sheffield United and got me into football, he passed away.”I got the eye to say that he’s always looking down on me and he guides me through a lot.”Tribute to nieceKyle Walker has a tribute to his niece who sadly died as a babyCredit: Instagram @kylewalker2Another heartbreaking tattoo is an angel on his right shoulder.The footballer had this artwork done as a tribute to his niece who passed away.Kyle said: “Also, it’s a very deep one, my sister had a baby who passed away as well, so up here I have got an angel carrying a baby and it says ‘God gained an angel’.”Kyle’s kidsManchester City defender Kyle Walker will never forget his son’s birthdayCredit: Instagram @kylewalker2The England ace has also got dedications to his two oldest sons, which includes a giant one across his torso.Kyle said: “Underneath here I have my youngest boy’s birthday and my oldest son’s footprint and handprint here.”Walker is yet to reveal if he’s had a new tattoo done to honour the birth of his youngest son Rezon, who was born in April 2024.Wedding tattooWalker has K inked on his wedding fingerCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP)Both Kyle and his wife Annie Kilner have matching K tattoos on their ring fingers.READ MORE SUN STORIESWhen they were going through a difficult time in the marriage in early 2024, her inking was visible as she had taken her wedding band off.However, the couple are making a go of things again, with Annie seen supporting her husband at the Euro 2024 tournament.England football stars’ tattoosThe England squad are known for their love of body art and a lot of them are covered in tattoos. More

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      Spain braces for ‘battle of Benidorm’ Euros final with plastic glasses, riot cops and DRONES keeping eye on England fans

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      ENGLAND fans have declared Sunday’s Euro 2024 final the “battle of Benidorm” as Spanish cops deploy riot police, drones and booze bans to cope with the surge of fans.Benidorm council chiefs have put preventative measures in place for pubs and clubs showing the mammoth clash with them telling bar staff to only give England fans beer in plastic pint glasses.England fans have declared Sunday’s Euro 2024 final as the ‘battle of Benidorm’Credit: ReutersBans have already been placed on pubs serving glass bottles after 6pm this weekendCredit: ReutersBenidorm is set to deploy a number of special police operations ahead of Sunday’s blockbuster clashCredit: ReutersA whopping 70,000 litres of beer is expected to be sunk on SundayCredit: ReutersThe travelling Three Lions’s fans have vowed to transform the famous Costa Blanca resort into a battleground on the day of the final against the Spanish.To counter any rowdiness, public security councillor Jesus Carrobles has said booze served in glasses will be banned from 6pm.The game kicks off at 9pm in Benidorm – with elated England fans expected to pile into pubs as early as possible in their droves. A whopping 70,000 litres of beer is expected to be sunk on Sunday – 25,000 more than on a normal day, say local reports.read more in Euro 2024Carrobles has also banned business owners in the town’s beloved Little England area from setting up street bars on match day to avoid any escalation of trouble.Benidorm’s Rincon de Loix area, a tourist haven for Brits abroad, announced they are using drones to keep a close eye on fan zones.The security measures are all forming part of a special police operation which will also see several streets closed off and riot police on standby.Parking will also be restricted from Saturday night to help with pedestrian movement.Most read in Euro 2024If Luis de la Fuente’s impressive Spain side wins the final, the town’s Plaza de la Hispanidad square will be closed to traffic due to the expected celebrations. Benidorm Council said: “The monitoring of security and any incidents that might occur will be carried out from the Coordination Centre which will be located at the Benidorm Local Police Headquarters, where there will be local and national agents working together.”England gets ready for almighty Euro 2024 final party with fans set to spend £800MILLION on beer and pizzaBenidorm mayor Toni Perez has insisted the town has “sufficient resources and experience to be able to deal with an event of this nature”.He added overnight: “I am confident it will be a day of celebration for both fans where a fun and festive atmosphere reigns, with calm and good co-existence between Spaniards and England fans.”Desperate England fans have been priced out of attending the final in Berlin with ticket prices soaring since Ollie Watkin’s winner against the Netherlands. Up to 50,000 supporters are expected to race to the Three Lions’ first ever final on foreign soil as part of a ‘Berlin Airlift’.Leaving those who couldn’t grab a gold dust ticket already planning to jet off to a sunny location such as Benidorm to enjoy the game.Following England’s last gasp screamer fans were quick to try and snap up tickets, flights and hotels ahead of a historic Sunday 14.Ticket prices for Sunday’s final flew up on the re-sale market with the most expensive seat selling for an incredible £78,000-a-pair.Some of the lowest-priced tickets – known as “Fans First” – are now sat at £4,400 – 25 times more expensive than the £85 face value they’re worth through UEFA.Cost of hotels, flights and tickets to the Euro 2024 finalUP to 50,000 supporters are expected to race to the Three Lions’ first ever final on foreign soil – with the cost quickly adding up for fans.Tickets*Most expensive ticket – £39,000Premium resell ticket – £5,500 to £16,600Category 1 ticket – £3,100 to £6,600Category 2 ticket – £2,200 to £4,400Category 3 ticket – £1,700 to £3,500Fans First ticket – £2,045 to £4,400HotelsHoliday Inn Berlin – £345 for Sunday nightCourtyard Berlin City Centre – £606 for Sunday nightAirbnb – Upwards of £117-a-nightFlightsEasyJet flights, UK airports to Berlin – £918British Airways, Heathrow to Berlin – £782*Data from KingCasinoBonusMeaning the cost has soared by 2,456 per cent, according to data from KingCasinoBonus.UEFA have warned fans about buying tickets from outside sellers as they said: “We urge fans not to purchase tickets on the secondary market.”Not only do fans need to fork out a small fortune on tickets to the match but they also need to pay for flights and hotels.Joyous England fans have spent the night scrambling to join a ‘Berlin Airlift’ heading to Sunday’s final against Spain – with flights swiftly soaring up in price.With 21 EasyJet flights to Berlin from Birmingham, Bristol, Luton and Gatwick between Friday and the match also being fully booked.The remaining EasyJet flights going from Gatwick to Berlin in the next few days are priced at a whopping £918.The same seat will set back punters just £167 a week later.Hotel prices in Berlin have also rocketed with a one-night stay at a Holiday Inn in Berlin costing £345 on Sunday night.READ MORE SUN STORIESOver £200 more expensive than the same room a week later.The Courtyard Berlin City Centre is also charging £606 for Sunday night in its cheapest room – but just £137 the following Sunday.England vs Spain recordEngland have played Spain 27 times in total – here is a look at every result dating back to 1929…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.Fans gathered in Benidorm for the Netherlands match last WednesdayCredit: ReutersFans have been flocking out to Benidorm since England won on WednesdayCredit: Louis WoodElated Three Lions supporters are hoping for a historic win this weekendCredit: Reuters More

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      Spain vs England Euro 2024 final tips: Back our 28/1 #PickYourPunt and claim £50 in free bets with Betfred

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      ENGLAND and Spain are set to clash in the 2024 European Championship final on Sunday in Berlin.Our team of betting experts have selected a #PickYourPunt for the encounter, which Betfred have priced up at a generous 28/1.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNot just that! New Betfred customers who register an account with Betfred and stake a tenner on football will receive £50 in sports free bets!Back our 28/1 #PickYourPuntHow to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: SUMMER50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Spain vs EnglandOur #PickYourPunt selections: England to win in 90 minutes. Bukayo Saka to score and Rodri cardedHere’s why we’ve made those selections:England to win: The stars seem to be aligning for the Three Lions in this competition. Gareth Southgate’s side have come from behind THREE times in the knockout stages with several moments of individual magic. From Jude Bellingham’s overhead kick to Ollie Watkins’ injury-time winner — England seem to be peaking at just the right moment.Bukayo Saka to score: The Arsenal superstar, 22, is also peaking at the right moment having reserved his best two performances for the knockout stages. He scored the crucial equaliser against Switzerland, knocked in his penalty and was fractionally offside for his goal against Holland. He’s come up trumps against Spain left-back Marc Cucurella before, and can do it again on Sunday.Rodri booked: It’s going to be a congested battle in midfield and the Manchester City maestro is more than capable of a few tactical fouls – especially with England’s attacking pace. He’s been booked twice at Euro 2024, and he’s also been carded by Sunday’s referee Francois Letexier.Back our 28/1 #PickYourPuntEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSGet £50 in free bets to spend on football when you stake £10 with BetfredCredit: BETFREDBetfred £50 free betsNew to Betfred? Great, then YOU are eligible to claim this spectacular offer and it’s very easy to claim.Simply register a brand new account with Betfred using the Promo Code: SUMMER50 and deposit a minimum of £10 using a debit card.Once that’s sorted, stake a tenner on any qualifying sports market at odds of Evens or greater.After that, you’ll receive the following free bets;3 x £10 to use on any Sportsbook Markets2 x £10 to use on Accumulators (4+ selections)Betfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*Betfred. New customers only. Register with SUMMER50. Deposit £10+ and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply.Most read in Football More

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      Football WAG Jessica Aidi shows off her stunning figure in skimpy bikini on beach

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      MODEL Jessica Aidi is not quite in her birthday suit as she celebrates turning 33 at the beach.The French beauty posted party pics in Ibiza this week.Jessica Aidi is not quite in her birthday suit as she celebrates turning 33 at the beachCredit: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaaidi/?hl=enJessica is wed to footballer Marco VerrattiShe’s wed to footballer Marco Verratti who was left out of Italy’s Euros squad. The former Sports Illustrated pin-up and Verratti wed just a week after he helped Italy to victory over England at the 2020 Euros Wembley final.Former PSG team-mate Zlatan Ibrahimovic and France superstar Kylian Mbappe all attended the lavish ceremony.Marco wished Jessica a happy birthday on Instagram writing: “Happy birthday my love. read more on Jessica Aidi “I will always love you.”Jessica has over 700,000 followers on Instagram, where she regularly posts snaps from her various photoshoots.Hailing from Montpellier, Jessica works as a highly successful model.She has featured on several magazine covers, and took part in Paris Fashion Week last year.Most read in FootballMarco Verratti’s wife Jessica Aidi soaks in the sun on pair’s loved-up honeymoon More

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      Gareth Southgate reveals two reasons why Spain are favourites as England look to end 58-year trophy drought at Euro 2024

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE reckons his England team will have to deliver perfection to beat Spain and win Euro 2024.But the Three Lions boss believes his side’s rollercoaster journey to Sunday’s final in ­Berlin has been ideal preparation to win a first major tournament on foreign soil.Gareth Southgate has named two reasons Spain are the favourites for the Euro 2024 finalCredit: GettySpain have been the best team at the tournament according to the England managerCredit: GettySouthgate said: “We have got to be perfect to win this game and we will have to find everything that we have got from within us.“They are a bloody good side. They are rightly favourites, they have been the best team.“They have a day longer. In the last three finals it has been quite significant, so we have to get our recovery spot on.”Spain won their semi-final 24 hours before England beat Holland on Wednesday — and Italy, Portugal and Spain all won the last three  tournaments after playing the earlier semi-final.READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSSouthgate added:  “But we are in there and there is no question that this new group has formed so well and  learned so much from these six games.“We have got players who have played lots of big matches, so they will know what is required on the night.“But in the next couple of days we have got to get perfectly prepared as it is such a quick turnaround.”England’s squad all did an indoor recovery session yesterday after flying back to their Blankenhain base following the 2-1 semi-final win over Holland in Dortmund.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSYou 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…Kieran Trippier hopes to be fit after suffering a groin injury on Wednesday but Luke Shaw could still start his first game of the tournament on the left.Harry Kane expects to get over the foot issue he suffered after being kicked by Denzel Dumfries.Inside the Spain camp as England face even tougher test than France didInside the baffling, brilliant story of Lamine Yamal – from being bathed by Messi to doing homework while taking Euros by stormLAMINE YAMAL has confirmed his status as football’s next superstar at Euro 2024 – but has only been playing 11-a-side games for four years, write Jack Rosser.Spain’s incredible 16-year-old bent home the goal of the tournament so far against France as La Roja sealed the spot in the final.But his first five years in Barcelona’s academy were spent playing seven-a-side football, up until the age of 12 in 2020 when he finally got a crack at 11-a-side games.Yamal’s story is baffling, brilliant and barely believable in equal measure.He is a boy born to a Moroccan father and a mother from Equatorial Guinea, who turns 17 tomorrow and was cradled by footballing royalty at just six months old.Staggering pictures of Yamal as a baby being held and bathed by Messi, taken for a Barcelona charity calendar 16 years ago, resurfaced this week.He did not restrict his brushes with greatness to Barcelona either, with footage of Yamal as an academy player walking as a mascot with Spain and Real Madrid icon Sergio Ramos at an El Clasico in 2016.There is a touch of fate about this gem, Spain’s “little MVP”, as team-mate Nico Williams has dubbed him.Yamal has been doing homework in his spare time and received exam results during the tournament. He passed, obviously.Now he’s the youngest ever goalscorer at the Euros, also becoming the youngest player to ever start a major semi-final – claiming that title from Pele.But it’s Yamal’s humble approach on and off the pitch that most impresses everyone he meets.And France star Adrien Rabiot probably felt quite embarrassed as he boarded his plane back home from Germany.He had tried to intimidate Yamal ahead of their semi-final clash – telling Yamal he “needs to do more.”Was this good enough, then? Yamal responded with a goal for the ages and a man of the match performance.A season which started with a pre-season game against Tottenham where Yamal excelled but was overshadowed by Oliver Skipp scoring a brace will end on the biggest stage European football has to offer on Sunday.From being outshone by Skipp to eclipsing Pele’s records is not a bad year’s work – just imagine what he will do when he grows up.Read all about the incredible rise of Lamine Yamal in full… More