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      Fans stunned by England star’s appearance and say ‘seeing him like this is like seeing your teacher outside of school’

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      JORDAN PICKFORD was labelled “Clark Kent on a normal day, Superman on match day” after fans marvelled at an “unrecognisable” off-duty snap.Skipper Harry Kane shared a smiling, behind-the-scenes picture of team-mates to highlight England’s “togetherness” at Euro 2024.Some supporters refused to accept it was Jordan Pickford almost hiding on the left at the back, behind Luke Shaw, Harry Kane and, right, Tom HeatonCredit: XJordan Pickford was slick between both the posts and his ears as he celebrated shootout glory against Switzerland with his more usual hairstyleCredit: AlamyBut it was Pickford’s new appearance that dominated the reaction from supporters.Just one simple change had many fans doubting it was really the Three Lions’ quarter-final shootout hero in the photo.Gone was the Everton keeper’s slicked-back hair, in came a tidy, even old-fashioned, look.One fan posted: “Seeing Pickford without his hair slicked back is like seeing your teacher outside of school…”READ MORE ON EURO 2024Many confused the 30-year-old with Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon, 23.And others even refused to accept it was Pickford.One posted: “Still couldn’t recognize him even after reading this tweet.”Another wrote: “No way that’s Pickford…”  Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYAnd just a day after Pickford produced the only spot-kick save needed to KO Switzerland, his fresh-faced look was compared to the difference between docile character Kent and heroic alternative self, Superman.Well, the 66-cap ace between the posts is almost like kryptonite to opponents in shootouts at major tournament.Quick-thinking England hero Jordan Pickford was forced to change penalty shootout routine at last minute vs SwitzerlandPickford has now saved four out of 14 such penalties – compared to just two being kept out by all other England stoppers from 1990 to 2012.Some of that that, however, might be down to his “secret weapons” – like inside tips on penalty takers written on his water bottle, as against the Swiss.Yet despite his prominence, fans were still baffled by the effect of a simple new look.He looked the most innocent of the foursome – smiling angelically at the back behind Kane, Luke Shaw and Three Lions’ training keeper Tom Heaton.One supporter said: “How has his whole face just changed just because his hair isn’t slicked back.”But with the Three Lions potentially just two games and a week from glory, Pickford will hope it’s a case of new hair today, new gong tomorrow.England player ratings: Saka the saviour for Three Lions but subbed Kane stuggles in penalties thriller vs SwitzerlandBUKAYO SAKA showed huge courage as he dug England out of a hole and through on penalties against Switzerland, writes Tom Barclay.The Three Lions looked to be going out when Breel Embolo had put Swiss ahead on 75 minutes.But Arsenal star Saka dragged England back into five minutes later with a stunning effort off the post.To penalties it went – just like it did between these two sides five years ago in the Nations League.And just like back then, Jordan Pickford made a save – repelling the Swiss’s first effort from Manuel Akanji.England were perfect from then on, with Cole Palmer, Jude Bellignam, Saka, Ivan Toney and finally Trent Alexander-Arnold sending the Three Lions into the semi-final.Here’s how the players rated…Jordan Pickford: 7Had his heart in his mouth when Xherdan Shaqiri’s corner deep into extra-time hit the post and bar, but then pulled off a smart stop to take it to penalties.Saved Manuel Akanji’s first spot-kick by diving low to his left.Kyle Walker: 6Spent most of the game on the right side of a three which meant he could not get forward. Embolo got in front of him for Switzerland’s opener. Won the toss so the penalties were taken in front of the England fans.John Stones: 6Crisper passing in the first half, much better than his sloppy Slovakia display, but his deflection on Dan Ndoye’s cross diverted it to Embolo.Ezri Konsa: 6Was decent in the first half of his maiden start at a major tournament but, like the rest of the team, went into his shell after the break.Kieran Trippier: 6Had been expected to play right wing-back but was once again on the left.Solid defensively but, as has been the case throughout the tournament, offered little going forward on his unnatural side.Declan Rice: 7Anticipated, and subsequently, won a number of 50-50s at the base of England’s midfield.It was his decoy run that opened up the space for Saka to find the corner, before his 25-yard wonderstrike was denied by a flying Yann Sommer save in extra-time.Kobbie Mainoo: 6Some decent drives forward from midfield. Looked as if he would fire home an opener just before the break afterBukayo Saka’s nice cutback, but was denied by Granit Xhaka’s excellent block.Bukayo Saka: 8 and STAR MANDid not play at left wing-back as expected, but was England’s most dangerous attacking player throughout – and none more so when he came to the rescue with his 80th-minute leveller which flew in off the post.Showed huge courage in the shoot-out as he stroked home his penalty beautifully, three years on from missing in the last Euros final.Jude Bellingham: 6Produced a few graceful dribbles which showcased his quality in the first half but pretty quiet.Looked knackered but showed big cojones with his low penalty.Phil Foden: 6Admitted before the game that his central role would suit him better and it seemed to in the first 20 minutes, but faded after that.Harry Kane: 4This system just does not suit him. He needs runners, but does not look like he is going to get them.Just could not get into the game and was subbed out of it in extra-time, seconds after he was sent crashing into his manager on the touchline.SUBSCole Palmer (for Konsa, 78): 7One of three players to come on in reaction to Switzerland’s opener – why did it take so long, Gareth? Dispatched England’s first spot-kick with aplomb.Luke Shaw (for Trippier, 78): 6First minutes of football since February, slotting in on the left side of back three as Southgate went for broke.Eberechi Eze (for Mainoo, 78): 6Carved out a nice bit of space for himself in the dying moments but fired wide.Ivan Toney (For Kane, 109): 7It was no surprise to see him come with the prospect of penalties on the horizon – what was more of a shock was that it was for spot-kick maestro Kane. Was knocked over in the box right at the end of extra-time, but nothing was given. Confident penalty.Trent Alexander-Arnold (for Foden, 115): 7Thrown on late into extra-time. Belted home his spot-kick to win it.Gareth Southgate: 4The adjusted back three system worked to a certain extent, but still the approach looked to be to keep it tight and rely on a moment of magic.Saka provided that for the leveller, but given the talent at his disposal, it seemed very limited.Took an age to make a change – prompted only by Switzerland going ahead. But got his subs right when it came to the penalty shoot-out. More

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      Watch Bukayo Saka’s reaction after Luke Shaw claims Arsenal star is a Man Utd fan and says ‘ask anyone in England squad’

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      BUKAYO SAKA was left stunned by Luke Shaw’s claim he is a Manchester United fan.The England left-back even said he could “ask anyone in the squad” and they would agree with him.Bukayo Saka was stunned by Luke Shaw’s claim he is a Manchester United fanCredit: Youtube / @EnglandShaw joked he could ‘ask anyone in the squad’ to back him up on the claimCredit: Youtube / @EnglandSaka was having none of it, though, as the pair enjoyed a light-hearted exchange on the latest episode of the Lions’ Den.Fresh from scoring a stunning equaliser against Switzerland on Saturday, Saka revealed the strike was the most important of his career.However, he felt another goal was the best he has scored for Arsenal or England.When asked, he suggested his favourite effort was against United by smiling and looking at Shaw.READ MORE ON EURO 2024He had previously joked about scoring against the Red Devils man earlier in the show.Saka even burst out laughing as he teased his team-mate, who quipped: “It’s because B supports United, that’s why it’s his favourite…”In response, Saka protested: “You’re lying bro.”Shaw then added: “B, come on, be honest, we can ask anyone in the squad.”Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSProtesting the claim, Saka called on Shaw to “ask Dec” (Rice) in order to get a final answer to their jokey argument.Saka has scored three goals against United for Arsenal in his career, including a long-range strike into the bottom corner in January 2023.Bukayo Saka reacts to England’s penalty shootout victory over SwitzerlandHis goal against Switzerland similarly saw the 22-year-old cut inside onto his left foot before firing the ball in off the post.The strike levelled the match for the Three Lions, with Saka also converting his penalty during the shootout in a man of the match display.He has now scored 12 goals in 38 caps for England since making his debut in October 2020.Meanwhile, Shaw came off the bench to make his first appearance of the tournament after recovering from injury.Saka scored a stunning equaliser and converted his penalty in England’s win over SwitzerlandCredit: AlamyEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      Watch ITV pundits lose their cool live on TV during England’s nerve-wracking penalty shootout win over Switzerland

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      GARY NEVILLE, Karen Carney and Joleon Lescott went wild live on air as England beat Switzerland on penalties to reach the semi-finals of Euro 2024.Gareth Southgate’s men dramatically sealed their spot in the last four with a 5-3 victory in the shoot-out after a 1-1 draw in 120 minutes.England’s Trent Alexander-Arnold scored the winning penalty kick against SwitzerlandCredit: AP(L-R) ITV pundits Joleon Lescott, Karen Carney and Gary Neville watched the penalties live on airCredit: ITVThe trio went wild after Alexander-Arnold buried the winning penaltyCredit: ITVEngland will now face Holland in the semi-finals on WednesdayCredit: GettyTrent Alexander-Arnold stepped up to take the winning kick after Cole Palmer, Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka and Ivan Toney had superbly dispatched from 12 yards.With Jordan Pickford having saved from Manuel Akanji, Liverpool man Alexander-Arnold had the chance to send England into the semis.And given the match had gone the distance, ITV’s coverage of Holland vs Turkey had already begun.This meant pundits Neville, Carney and Lescott, along with presenter Laura Woods, were filmed watching the penalties as they unfolded while live on air.READ MORE ON EURO 2024And when Alexander-Arnold sent Yann Sommer the wrong way to win the game, the three analysts screamed with joy.Moments before, Neville could be heard saying: “Deep breath.”After victory was secured, he then joked: “Lucky.”England’s penalty triumph is their second in a shoot-out under Southgate after their victory over Colombia at the 2018 World Cup.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne key detail to the win was the cheat sheet on Pickford’s water bottle.The Everton keeper had instructions for each Swiss taker on his bottle – and went the right way for two of the four penalties.England’s penalty shoot-out secretsEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYHe saved from Akanji and got desperately close to Xherdan Shaqiri’s strike but could not quite stretch enough to keep it out.But he revealed after the game how referee Daniele Orsato had prevented him from his usual routine of handing the ball to each of the England penalty takers.Pickford told ITV: “Firstly, the referee didn’t let me do my usual process so I had to adapt tonight, I like to give the lads a ball for a bit of calm and focus.”I could only do it on the first one and luckily I saved it.”I trust my process and what I do and I’ll save one but massive respect to the lads they stepped up to score all five the way they did – huge credit.”He went on to add: “The referee stopped me doing what I normally do but I still managed to save one and give the lads the opportunity.”He was going to book me if I wasn’t going back on my line. Part of playing the game a little bit.”England player ratings: Saka the saviour for Three Lions but subbed Kane stuggles in penalties thriller vs SwitzerlandBUKAYO SAKA showed huge courage as he dug England out of a hole and through on penalties against Switzerland, writes Tom Barclay.The Three Lions looked to be going out when Breel Embolo had put Swiss ahead on 75 minutes.But Arsenal star Saka dragged England back into five minutes later with a stunning effort off the post.To penalties it went – just like it did between these two sides five years ago in the Nations League.And just like back then, Jordan Pickford made a save – repelling the Swiss’s first effort from Manuel Akanji.England were perfect from then on, with Cole Palmer, Jude Bellignam, Saka, Ivan Toney and finally Trent Alexander-Arnold sending the Three Lions into the semi-final.Here’s how the players rated…Jordan Pickford: 7Had his heart in his mouth when Xherdan Shaqiri’s corner deep into extra-time hit the post and bar, but then pulled off a smart stop to take it to penalties.Saved Manuel Akanji’s first spot-kick by diving low to his left.Kyle Walker: 6Spent most of the game on the right side of a three which meant he could not get forward. Embolo got in front of him for Switzerland’s opener. Won the toss so the penalties were taken in front of the England fans.John Stones: 6Crisper passing in the first half, much better than his sloppy Slovakia display, but his deflection on Dan Ndoye’s cross diverted it to Embolo.Ezri Konsa: 6Was decent in the first half of his maiden start at a major tournament but, like the rest of the team, went into his shell after the break.Kieran Trippier: 6Had been expected to play right wing-back but was once again on the left.Solid defensively but, as has been the case throughout the tournament, offered little going forward on his unnatural side.Declan Rice: 7Anticipated, and subsequently, won a number of 50-50s at the base of England’s midfield.It was his decoy run that opened up the space for Saka to find the corner, before his 25-yard wonderstrike was denied by a flying Yann Sommer save in extra-time.Kobbie Mainoo: 6Some decent drives forward from midfield. Looked as if he would fire home an opener just before the break afterBukayo Saka’s nice cutback, but was denied by Granit Xhaka’s excellent block.Bukayo Saka: 8 and STAR MANDid not play at left wing-back as expected, but was England’s most dangerous attacking player throughout – and none more so when he came to the rescue with his 80th-minute leveller which flew in off the post.Showed huge courage in the shoot-out as he stroked home his penalty beautifully, three years on from missing in the last Euros final.Jude Bellingham: 6Produced a few graceful dribbles which showcased his quality in the first half but pretty quiet.Looked knackered but showed big cojones with his low penalty.Phil Foden: 6Admitted before the game that his central role would suit him better and it seemed to in the first 20 minutes, but faded after that.Harry Kane: 4This system just does not suit him. He needs runners, but does not look like he is going to get them.Just could not get into the game and was subbed out of it in extra-time, seconds after he was sent crashing into his manager on the touchline.SUBSCole Palmer (for Konsa, 78): 7One of three players to come on in reaction to Switzerland’s opener – why did it take so long, Gareth? Dispatched England’s first spot-kick with aplomb.Luke Shaw (for Trippier, 78): 6First minutes of football since February, slotting in on the left side of back three as Southgate went for broke.Eberechi Eze (for Mainoo, 78): 6Carved out a nice bit of space for himself in the dying moments but fired wide.Ivan Toney (For Kane, 109): 7It was no surprise to see him come with the prospect of penalties on the horizon – what was more of a shock was that it was for spot-kick maestro Kane. Was knocked over in the box right at the end of extra-time, but nothing was given. Confident penalty.Trent Alexander-Arnold (for Foden, 115): 7Thrown on late into extra-time. Belted home his spot-kick to win it.Gareth Southgate: 4The adjusted back three system worked to a certain extent, but still the approach looked to be to keep it tight and rely on a moment of magic.Saka provided that for the leveller, but given the talent at his disposal, it seemed very limited.Took an age to make a change – prompted only by Switzerland going ahead. But got his subs right when it came to the penalty shoot-out. More

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      Watch Jordan Pickford and Aaron Ramsdale unveil new celebration in unseen footage after England’s penalty shootout win

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      JORDAN PICKFORD unveiled a new celebration with understudy Aaron Ramsdale after England’s penalty shootout win.Pickford made the only penalty save needed as the Three Lions sunk Switzerland 5-3 on spot-kicks following a 1-1 draw.Jordan Pickford unveiled a new celebration with fellow goalkeeper Aaron RamsdaleCredit: itvThe two goalkeepers made the pose after England’s victory against Switzerland in the quarter-finalCredit: itvThe England star’s celebration was influenced by US streamer @therealsketch poseCredit: tiktokThe Everton shot-stopper saved Manuel Akanji’s first kick that led to Switzerland being booted out of Euro 2024.All five of England’s takers – Cole Palmer, Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka, Ivan Toney and Trent Alexander-Arnold – hit the target.And immediately afterwards, Pickford was spotted in previously unseen footage celebrating the victory with his fellow Three Lions team-mates.And one celebration of Pickford’s that stood out was with fellow keeper Ramsdale.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The Arsenal star went over to Pickford and pointed his finger in the air with the Toffees No1 copying him moments later.While many questioned the celebration one eagle-eyed fan spotted that the pose was influenced by US streamer Kylie Cox who is known as “thesketchreal”.The social media star, 25, who has over 2million followers on TikTok, is known for his iconic hand movements, in particular pointing his finger up.Sketch’s followers have picked up on his bizarre hand movements and in an interview, the American Twitch steamer said he does it “to get energy out”.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFans have praised Pickford’s shootout antics as a key moment in helping England go through to the semi-finals.But little did they know the referee Daniele Orsato prevented him from following his “usual process”.Quick-thinking England hero Jordan Pickford was forced to change penalty shootout routine at last minute vs SwitzerlandAnd lucky for the star his water bottle had all the information needed on where and how the Swiss players take their spot-kicks.He said before kick-off: “History of winning major tournaments shows that you’ve got to go into extra time, maybe win a penalty shoot-out.“It was the Nations League for third place and the bronze medal but you’ve got to learn from them experiences and take them experiences into major tournaments.“It was a good feeling back then to get those experiences under our belt.”In fact, Pickford had also issued what might now be seen as an ominous warning for the Swiss.He said: “I enjoy the pressure. You’re playing on the biggest stage in football and I’m loving it.”EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      England fans roar ‘bring on Holland’ as Lewis Hamilton seals shock win over Dutch rival Max Verstappen at British GP

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      ENGLAND fans are praying Lewis Hamilton’s historic British GP win is an omen for Wednesday’s Euro 2024 semi-final with the Netherlands.The Brit pulled off a remarkable, record-extending ninth triumph at Silverstone… with DUTCH world champ Max Verstappen second.Lewis Hamilton celebrates his emotional triumph at SilverstoneCredit: ReutersEngland boss Gareth Southgate was just as overjoyed the day beforeCredit: GettyThree Lions’ supporters pray their heroes roar to glory like HamiltonCredit: RexHamilton’s glory had sports lovers revving up with extra excitement for the mega midweek clash with Ronald Koeman’s men in Dortmund.One fan posted: “England 1 – 0 Holland. Bring on Wednesday!”Another wrote: “Lewis Hamilton beats Max Verstappen, England 1 Holland Nil. Gareth Southgate and the boys, it’s over to you on Wednesday night.”Other supporters merely enjoyed a huge sporting double for the nation.READ MORE ON EURO 2024One roared: “WHAT A PERFECT WEEKEND, ENGLAND, HOLLAND, SIR LEWIS HAMILTON WON THE SILVERSTONE GP IN HIS LAST HOME RACE WITH THE SILVER ARROW.”First the Three Lions saw off Switzerland in a quarter-final shootout on Saturday, then Hamilton ended his 945-day victory drought in F1.The Mercedes star and fellow English driver George Russell had been snapped leaping up with joy in front of bouncing fans at Silverstone when England clinched their 5-3 defeat of the Swiss on penalties.Less than 24 hours later, 39-year-old Hamilton was in tears after becoming the first driver to rack up nine successes on the same circuit.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYNow Southgate hopes to take the Three Lions to back-to-back Euro finals.And although supporters on social media are still split over his merits as a coach, even many doubters hailed his landmark achievement of bossing England for 100 games – including once more taking them close to glory.England’s penalty shoot-out secretsOne pointed out: “He’s achieved a lot, for unity, culture, belief, penalty shootouts etc.Another posted: “He’s doing better than 99.9 per cent of other managers right now.”And a third said: “We regularly make semi-finals and finals with this manager. Gareth has transformed England.”Inside track on Hamilton’s lifeLEWIS HAMILTON has driven his way into pole position as Formula One’s most prolific winner. More

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      Petition for Euro 2024 clash to be replayed after controversial end goes viral with almost half a MILLION votes

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      GERMANY fans have launched a petition for their Euro 2024 clash with Spain to be replayed.The quarter-final tie ended in controversy on Friday night following extra-time.Germany fans have launched a petition to replay their Euro 2024 loss to SpainCredit: GettyThe hosts were denied a penalty after the ball struck Marc Cucurella’s hand in extra-timeCredit: GettyAnthony Taylor waved play on before VAR agreed with his on-pitch decisionCredit: GettySpain progressed as 2-1 winners thanks to Mikel Merino’s 119th-minute header.However, it came after Germany felt they should have been awarded a penalty.Jamal Musiala’s shot struck the hand of Marc Cucurella earlier in extra-time.Referee Anthony Taylor waved play on, though, despite the appeals of the host nation’s supporters.READ MORE ON EURO 2024VAR also stuck with the English official’s on-pitch decision, prompting supporters to launch a petition.It has since been revealed that a penalty should have been awarded based on Uefa’s rules for the tournament.The movement is pushing for the match to be replayed due to “many wrong decisions”, most notably the penalty claim.Almost 350,000 fans have already signed it, with the next goal of 500,000 signatures already being close to being achieved.Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSGermany manager Julian Nagelsmann discussed the decision after the match as he called for a change to the handball rule.He told reporters: “There is a rule and I hope there is no wrong decision. They applied the rule and it was not a penalty. I do not feel cheated.Toni Kroos left ‘crushed’ in centre circle as Germany legend’s illustrious career ends in most heartbreaking fashion”For me the question is about making it more practical, more logical, in terms of how this [handball] rule is assessed. I say this for football [in general] not today.”You look at the hand, if it is at 3 o’clock, if it is a bit higher or a bit lower. But there are people with bigger muscles than me, different movements.”Meanwhile, Spain boss Luis de la Fuente instead highlighted Toni Kroos escaping a red card for a challenge on Pedri.The midfielder was forced off as a result of the tackle, with his manager explaining: “I think it was a red card challenge.Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann has called for the handball rule to be changedCredit: Getty”Whether he is on the pitch or off, Pedri will continue to contribute. There are games that are like that, when you are playing so much, at this point, you have to use your whole squad.”Spain’s reward for beating Germany is a semi-final against France in Munich on Tuesday.The winners will face either England or the Netherlands in the final in Berlin on July 14.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      Cole Palmer hijacks Declan Rice’s Instagram post with hilarious Love Island joke after England’s win over Switzerland

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      COLE PALMER hijacked Declan Rice’s celebratory Instagram post after England reached the semi-finals of the Euros.Rice played the entire game for England as the Three Lions triumphed 5-3 over Switzerland on penalties.Rice was celebrating England’s semi-final victoryCredit: InstagramPalmer hijacked Rice’s post with a Love Island referenceCredit: InstagramIt refers to Nicole from Love Island finding out her partner had been up to no goodCredit: ITV2Rice posted a photo of him running with his arms outstretched reacting to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s winning penalty.He was pictured alongside Ivan Toney and Jude Bellingham as they celebrated making the semis. The Arsenal ace captioned his post: “Togetherness. Semis we coming!!!”But fans were drawn to Cole Palmer’s cryptic comment referencing Love Island.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The Chelsea and England star wrote: “WHO’S EMMAAAAAAAAA” on Rice’s post.The comment is a dead giveaway that at least Palmer and Rice are watching Love Island while on England duty.The comment refers to Love Island contestant Nicole who is coupled up with fellow Valleys resident Ciaran.She had her loyalty tested when the girls were sent to Casa Amor and the boys remaining in the main villa.Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAfter the girls had the results of a kissing challenge pinged to their phone, it was revealed that Ciaran had kissed a girl called Emma.That saw Nicole decry her love rival’s name and ask “Who’s Emma?”Tom Barclay England Player RatingsFans on X loved Cole Palmer’s niche reference.One fan wrote: “IS THIS A LOVE ISLAND REFERENCE?”Another wrote: “Cole Palmer is the best hahahaha.”A third said: “Rice and Cole watch Love Island😭”While a fourth said: “Boys watching Love island 🏝️😭😭😭” More

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      England suffer early blow for Holland clash with Dortmund’s ‘Yellow Wall’ set to turn orange in Euro 2024 semi-final

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      THE Dutch are expecting up to 80,000 Oranje fans in Dortmund ahead of their Euros semi-final with England on Wednesday.Ronald Koeman’s Netherlands came from behind to beat Turkey 2-1 in Berlin and set up a tantalising clash with the Three Lions in a bid to reach the final on July 14.Netherlands supporters, seen here against Turkey in the semis at Berlin, are set to change the ‘wall’ colour of Dortmund’s famous south standCredit: RexThe Signal Iduna Park is most famous for its ‘Yellow Wall’Credit: GettyThe famous Oranje fans have produced some of the tournament’s great sights on their road to the semis – swarming German cities with their impressive side-to-side chant.It will be no different in Dortmund. The Dutch FA has 8,000 tickets for the match against England at the 80,000-capacity Signal Iduna Park.Uefa has also sold an extra 1,5000 tickets to Dutch fans.READ MORE ON EURO 2024But Dutch authorities are estimating between 75,000 and 80,000 will make the short trip across the border to Germany.Oranje supporters can be in Dortmund in less than two hours if they travel by car from Eindhoven.Speaking after the victory over the Turks, boss Koeman said: “For the whole nation it’s something special.“We’re a small nation and to play in the semis with England means we’re really proud.”Most read in Euro 2024A full south stand is said to scare opponents with ‘unbelievable power’Credit: RexEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYDefender Stefan de Vrij – who cancelled out Samet Akaydin’s first half opener before Mert Muldur’s own goal – added: “The fans are very important for us.“It was a nice atmosphere. We have seen the pictures from home and the videos in the stands. It’s great to see the Oranje wall. Cole Palmer hijacks Declan Rice’s Instagram post with hilarious Love Island post after England’s win over Switzerland”It’s nice to see that football can bring a country together.”The famous “Yellow Wall” – of course changing colour on Wednesday thanks to Netherlands supporters – is the core of Signal Iduna Park’s aura.The Südtribüne  – south stand – was built in 1974 and holds 25,000 in one of football’s most intimidating structures when full.Former Dortmund striker Norbert Dickel summed up what he calls its “unbelievable power”.He said: “Many opposing players are afraid of these people and this tremendous noise.“When the game starts and the south stand sings, it’s very special.” England player ratings: Saka the saviour for Three Lions but subbed Kane stuggles in penalties thriller vs SwitzerlandBUKAYO SAKA showed huge courage as he dug England out of a hole and through on penalties against Switzerland, writes Tom Barclay.The Three Lions looked to be going out when Breel Embolo had put Swiss ahead on 75 minutes.But Arsenal star Saka dragged England back into five minutes later with a stunning effort off the post.To penalties it went – just like it did between these two sides five years ago in the Nations League.And just like back then, Jordan Pickford made a save – repelling the Swiss’s first effort from Manuel Akanji.England were perfect from then on, with Cole Palmer, Jude Bellignam, Saka, Ivan Toney and finally Trent Alexander-Arnold sending the Three Lions into the semi-final.Here’s how the players rated…Jordan Pickford: 7Had his heart in his mouth when Xherdan Shaqiri’s corner deep into extra-time hit the post and bar, but then pulled off a smart stop to take it to penalties.Saved Manuel Akanji’s first spot-kick by diving low to his left.Kyle Walker: 6Spent most of the game on the right side of a three which meant he could not get forward. Embolo got in front of him for Switzerland’s opener. Won the toss so the penalties were taken in front of the England fans.John Stones: 6Crisper passing in the first half, much better than his sloppy Slovakia display, but his deflection on Dan Ndoye’s cross diverted it to Embolo.Ezri Konsa: 6Was decent in the first half of his maiden start at a major tournament but, like the rest of the team, went into his shell after the break.Kieran Trippier: 6Had been expected to play right wing-back but was once again on the left.Solid defensively but, as has been the case throughout the tournament, offered little going forward on his unnatural side.Declan Rice: 7Anticipated, and subsequently, won a number of 50-50s at the base of England’s midfield.It was his decoy run that opened up the space for Saka to find the corner, before his 25-yard wonderstrike was denied by a flying Yann Sommer save in extra-time.Kobbie Mainoo: 6Some decent drives forward from midfield. Looked as if he would fire home an opener just before the break afterBukayo Saka’s nice cutback, but was denied by Granit Xhaka’s excellent block.Bukayo Saka: 8 and STAR MANDid not play at left wing-back as expected, but was England’s most dangerous attacking player throughout – and none more so when he came to the rescue with his 80th-minute leveller which flew in off the post.Showed huge courage in the shoot-out as he stroked home his penalty beautifully, three years on from missing in the last Euros final.Jude Bellingham: 6Produced a few graceful dribbles which showcased his quality in the first half but pretty quiet.Looked knackered but showed big cojones with his low penalty.Phil Foden: 6Admitted before the game that his central role would suit him better and it seemed to in the first 20 minutes, but faded after that.Harry Kane: 4This system just does not suit him. He needs runners, but does not look like he is going to get them.Just could not get into the game and was subbed out of it in extra-time, seconds after he was sent crashing into his manager on the touchline.SUBSCole Palmer (for Konsa, 78): 7One of three players to come on in reaction to Switzerland’s opener – why did it take so long, Gareth? Dispatched England’s first spot-kick with aplomb.Luke Shaw (for Trippier, 78): 6First minutes of football since February, slotting in on the left side of back three as Southgate went for broke.Eberechi Eze (for Mainoo, 78): 6Carved out a nice bit of space for himself in the dying moments but fired wide.Ivan Toney (For Kane, 109): 7It was no surprise to see him come with the prospect of penalties on the horizon – what was more of a shock was that it was for spot-kick maestro Kane. Was knocked over in the box right at the end of extra-time, but nothing was given. Confident penalty.Trent Alexander-Arnold (for Foden, 115): 7Thrown on late into extra-time. Belted home his spot-kick to win it.Gareth Southgate: 4The adjusted back three system worked to a certain extent, but still the approach looked to be to keep it tight and rely on a moment of magic.Saka provided that for the leveller, but given the talent at his disposal, it seemed very limited.Took an age to make a change – prompted only by Switzerland going ahead. But got his subs right when it came to the penalty shoot-out. More