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      Gareth Southgate ready to ‘rip up’ England starting XI with Bellingham and Foden in new positions and back three

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      ENGLAND manager Gareth Southgate is prepared to radically change his starting line-up ahead of Saturday’s Euro 2024 quarter-final against Switzerland.Despite reaching the last eight, the Three Lions have struggled to impress so far this summer.Gareth Southgate could completely change his starting XI this weekendCredit: AFPJude Bellingham and Phil Foden could start together in midfieldCredit: AFPThey topped Group C after picking up five points from a possible nine and scraped through a last-16 meeting with Slovakia thanks to late heroics from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane.In an attempt to improve things on the pitch, Southgate is prepared to make a significant change to his starting line-up.He will “likely” switch from a back four to a back three, according to Sky Sports.The “radical” change was “not on the agenda” when England first arrived in Germany.Read More in FootballBut due to the team’s unprecedented run of poor form Southgate has been forced to try something different.The proposed switch could see Phil Foden move inside from the left to join Jude Bellingham in the centre of midfield.Marc Guehi will be suspended for the match after picking up two yellow cards, so Ezri Konsa could step in to replace him.To complete a potential England back three, Kyle Walker could move inside from the right.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHow England could line up against SwitzerlandAnother way England could line upAlternative XI England could use against SwitzerlandTrent Alexander-Arnold, who started two of three group games in midfield, could play as a right wing-back.On the other side of the pitch, Kieran Trippier will likely keep his place in the line-up.SunSport’s Latest Euro 2024 headlinesThat would leave Bukayo Saka as the odd man out and set for a spot on the bench.However, the Arsenal star could easily slot into either wing-back role.There’s also a chance Anthony Gordon could be handed his first start on the left side.Southgate could also decide to start two strikers with Ivan Toney, who impressed after coming on against Slovakia, joining Harry Kane in attack. More

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      I played with Jude Bellingham and Jamal Musiala for England but my career took different route – I saw huge move coming

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      RAFAEL GARCIA has played alongside some of the very best in football.As a teenager he represented England on the international stage with the likes of “special players” Jude Bellingham, Jamal Musiala and Cole Palmer among his team-mates.Rafael Garcia left Everton in January 2023 after five years at the clubCredit: GettyGarcia was a member of England’s talented U15s squad back in 2017Credit: SuppliedHe starred alongside some incredible players including Jamal MusialaCredit: SuppliedBut two devastating ACL injuries stopped him from taking the same path.A gifted striker, Garcia spent the earliest days of his career at Fulham before completing a move to Everton’s academy.He appeared for both the Under 18s and the U23s during his time at Goodison Park, but suffered a huge setback when he ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament.”At Everton when I did it I was out for nearly two years with that one,” the 21-year-old tells SunSport.Read More in Football”I had surgery twice so it put me a long way back in terms of development, everything really. It just put me back a long time.”The injury stopped him from breaking into the first team – then managed by Frank Lampard – and he subsequently moved to Spain in search of regular football.Garcia signed for Alcorcon B, a team competing in the fourth tier of Spanish football.It was meant to be a fresh start following an unfortunate setback, but disaster struck again on his debut.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSGarcia has praised his former team-mates, including Jude Bellingham, Cole Palmer and MusialaCredit: SuppliedWho played for England U15s in 2017 and where are they now?Serine Sanneh – Currently plays for non-league side Rusthall FC. Suffered a long-term injury which kept him out for a significant period of time.Matthew Dennis – Currently plays as a forward for MK Dons in League Two.Malachi Fagan-Walcott – Currently plays as a centre-back for Cardiff City in the Championship. Left Tottenham in 2023.Harry Williams – Currently plays for Walsall in League Two.Armstrong Okoflex – Currently plays for FC Zurich. Has also played for West Ham, West Ham U21s, Swansea, Celtic and Arsenal U18. Switched international allegiance to Ireland and now plays for Ireland U21s.Lewis Fiorini – Left Man City this week to join Stockport for an undisclosed fee. Switched international allegiance to Scotland and currently plays for the U21s.Yunus Musah – Currently plays for AC Milan as a midfielder. Switched international allegiance to USA.Cole Palmer – Enjoyed an outstanding breakthrough season with Chelsea after completing a £42.5million move from Man City. Scored 25 goals and provided 15 assists in 45 appearances for the Blues.Noni Madueke – Completed a £35m move to Chelsea from PSV in January 2023 and has since made 46 appearances. Also plays for England U21s.Rafael Garcia – Currently plays for JJK Jyväskylä in the third tier of Finnish football.Tristan Cover – Currently without a club. Left TFA Dubai on January 1. Tom Smith – Currently plays for League Two side Colchester United. Has also played for Bromley, Dover Athletic, Welling, Arsenal U18s & U23s.Samson Robinson – Currently a free agent after leaving Kidderminster last month. Also played for Port Vale and Man City youth teams. Played for England U15s, U16s and U17s.Karamoko Dembele – Currently plays for Ligue 1 side Brest. Spent last season on loan at Blackpool. Spent three years at Celtic after coming through the club’s academy. Last featured for England U21s in 2021.Jude Bellingham – Established himself as Real Madrid’s star man last season after completing a huge £115m move from Real Madrid. Currently starring for England at Euro 2024.Jamal Musiala – Switched international allegiance to Germany in 2021 and is now one of the top stars at Euro 2024. He also plays for Bayern Munich.Teddy Hoare – Teddy Jenks. Currently plays for Forest Green Rovers in the National League. Previously came through Brighton’s academy before spending loan spells with Crawly and Aberdeen. Only played for England U16 and U17.Morgan Rogers – Currently plays for Aston Villa having joined in an £8m transfer in January from Middlesbrough. England U21s international. Also played for Man City and West Brom with loan spells at Blackpool, Bournemouth and Lincoln.Dynel Simeu – Currently a free agent. Released by Southampton last month. Played youth football with Chelsea before joining Southampton. Last played for England U18s in 2019.Amadou Diallo – Currently a free agent. Released by Newcastle last month. Played for U21s and made one senior appearance. Last played for England U17s in 2020. Played youth football for West Ham before joining Newcastle.The same injury, but his other knee.”Just as I’m getting back and feeling good again I’ve done the other one, the other leg this time,” he continues.Jude Bellingham reacts to match winning England display in euro 2024 opener against Serbia”Mentally it’s more. It’s harder mentally more than anything because the physical side of the rehab I know I can do. But it’s the mental part that’s hardest for me.”Having recovered from the gruelling injury once again, he completed another move – this time to Finnish third division side JJK Jyväskylä.”More than anything it was a thing where I didn’t really care where it was, where I was playing, I didn’t really care. Whether it was in Finland, England, anywhere because I just knew that I’ve got more than enough ability to impress anywhere I go, I’ve always backed myself when it comes to that.”The manager here in Finland, he’s put a lot of faith in me and he’s believed in me which is something that no one really did at the time. He gave me something that not many other managers did – he trusted me, he believed in me.”That’s the reason why I came out here. It might not be the most attractive to a lot of players but for me, I just wanted to play football again and he gave me the chance to do that.”Garcia is still enjoying his football – even though his career took a slightly different turn due to injury.Before moving abroad he was an England international at youth level, deemed one of the best young players in the country.Among his team-mates were Euro 2024 stars Musiala, Bellingham and Palmer as well as Chelsea’s Noni Madueke, AC Milan midfielder Yunus Musah and Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers.Recalling his time in the Three Lions set-up, he reveals: “All special players really.”All the talent that you see now shining in the Prem and all over the world, at the Euros, things like that. It’s the same thing, even from back then.”I think the likes of Jamal (Musiala), Jude (Bellingham), all of these players always were special, special players and you always knew that, even in that England set-up.Garcia ruptured his ACL during his time at Everton which sidelined him for almost two yearsCredit: Getty”I can’t say that one person stood out because everyone was special, everyone was good and everyone stood out in their own way.”One player in particular from that list has arguably become England’s golden boy.Bellingham single-handedly saved Gareth Southgate’s side from a shock Euro 2024 last-16 exit on Sunday.The Real Madrid superstar scored a stunning bicycle kick with less than 30 seconds to play in added time to level the game at 1-1 before Harry Kane went on to net the winner.It doesn’t surprise Garcia to see the former Birmingham boy shining on the big stage: “More than anything now is that he’s got a lot of confidence. It’s a confidence thing.”Confidence is a footballer’s biggest weapon and I think that’s what he’s got now.”Back then, I wouldn’t say he was as like he is now, but he’s definitely confident in his ability and now he’s more mature. Now he shows it off in a more mature way.”But he’s always had that confidence and he always knew that he was a good player on his day.”The striker is also pleased to see former England team-mate Musiala shining – even though he now plays for Germany.Musiala switched international allegiance in February 2021 and made his debut the following month.The 21-year-old has since been capped 33 times and scored five goals.But Garcia insists he wasn’t surprised to see his team-mate join Nationalelf: “I saw it coming to be honest. Obviously he was at Chelsea and then when he made that move to Germany, it made sense.”He was living in Germany, he was brought up German so it made sense as to why he would switch. It wasn’t a shock.”READ MORE SUN STORIESDespite heaping praise on his former team-mates, the striker is not so sure England will go on to win the European Championship this summer.He concludes: “No. They have what it takes but I think Spain’s winning it. I’ve got to stick to my Spanish roots.”EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      Germany star Robert Andrich reveals he loves disgusting I’m a Celebrity-style pre-match meal that’s ILLEGAL in the UK

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      GERMANY star Robert Andrich plans to devour Spain at the Euros… after tucking into a plate of MEALWORMS.The 29-year-old helped Bayer Leverkusen feast on their Bundesliga rivals as they won a league and cup double in May.Robert Andrich has revealed he enjoys a feast of mealwormsCredit: GettyThe I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here treat is illegal to import into the UKCredit: GettyAnd midfielder Andrich has revealed his secret has been wolfing down a foodstuff eaten more by animals and birds than humans.Mealworms are the larva form of the yellow mealworm beetle. It is illegal to import them into the UK.Andrich spoke of his fondness for the grisly grub in a YouTube chat with his national team-mate David Raum.He insisted: “I love mealworms. They are a good source of protein.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”In fact I don’t just love them – I think they are awesome.”Stunned Leipzig defender Raum bets Andrich to eat one, and says he will order some for his pal.Why eat mealworms?While the idea of eating mealworms may not appeal to everyone, they actually have some amazing health benefits.Mealworms provide several nutrients, including protein, fat, vitamins, and fiber.Live mealworms have more moisture content than dried ones. The moisture content of a live mealworm is 62%, in contrast with 5% for a dried mealworm.Interestingly, the moisture content influences the protein content in live and dried mealworms. There are observable differences in the protein value in live and dried mealworms, and of other nutrient values as well.Dried mealworms have more protein value, at 53%. Fat and fiber values are 28% and 6%, respectively. Live mealworms have a protein value of 20%, fat value of 13%, and 2% fiber. Based on their nutritional makeup, dried mealworms overall have more nutritional value.Many prepare their mealworms meals by either pan-frying or oven baking them.While the UK has banned them, they are enjoyed throughout the EU, United States and Asia, particularly in the southeast of the continent.But the midfielder is unfazed, and maintains: “I think they are terrific.”Andrich’s revelation is the latest insect-related development from Germany’s Euro 2024 campaign.Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBees built a nest at the Stuttgart Arena on the eve of their group-stage clash with Hungary.And mosquitoes invaded their training camp last week, stinging several players.Euro 2024’s sexiest players revealedJulian Nagelsmann’s men return to Stuttgart tomorrow for their quarter-final against Spain.Meet Germany’s Euro 2024 WagsGermany’s Wags range from a glam architect to a leading equestrian and a fashion model.Dani ter Stegen (Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s wife)One of Germany’s most popular Wags with over 600,000 Instagram followers. Earned a degree in architecture after moving to Barcelona with her husband.Sara Gundogan (Ilkay Gundogan’s wife)Italian model was never shy to pop a dig at Manchester while Ilkay was at Man City, but has changed her tune and said she misses the city since his move to Barcelona.Jessica Kroos (Toni Kroos’ wife)Couple first met when Toni was 18 and she was 20. Jessica is credited with convincing the soon-to-retire Germany star to sign a new Real Madrid deal at a time when he was wavering.Candice Brook (Leroy Sane’s girlfriend)American model helped Harry Kane get used to Germany and overcome the language barrier following his move to Bayern Munich.Sophia Weber (Kai Havertz’s fiancee)Soon-to-be Mrs Havertz has struck up a close friendship with Martin Odegaard’s partner Helene Spilling. Sophia recently enjoyed a hen party in Ibiza.Lisa Muller (Thomas Muller’s wife)Lisa is a famous dressage rider in Germany and reportedly convinced her husband not to join Man Utd.Find out more about the Germany Euro 2024 Wags hereEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo ‘risks Euro 2024 BAN’ with Portugal star accused of ‘ambush marketing’

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO has risked a Euros BAN after being accused of “ambush marketing” following the release of his heart rate data. The Portuguese legend, 39, has endured a poor tournament so far, failing to score in each of his country’s four games.Cristiano Ronaldo could face a ban for ‘ambush marketing’Credit: GettyWhen you’re @Cristiano, there’s no fear in football. See how CR7 entered a flow state and dropped his heart rate moments before changing momentum of the match against Slovenia. See you in the quarterfinals, Portugal! pic.twitter.com/E9kLLTdFjt— WHOOP (@WHOOP) July 2, 2024

      He missed a penalty and was reduced to tears in the last 16 as Roberto Martinez’s men scraped through against Slovenia on spot kicks following a goalless 120 minutes.But things could yet get worse for the Real Madrid and Manchester United legend.This relates to Ronaldo’s partnership with fitness company WHOOP – who published his heart rate data from the Slovenia game on Tuesday.In response, former head of global sponsorships at Visa and Coca Cola, Ricardo Fort, has claimed this is an example of ambush marketing.READ MORE ON EUROSThis is when a company looks to associate their product or services with an event that already has official sponsors.Previously, ex-Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner broke these rules when he celebrated a goal for Denmark at Euro 2012 by showing off his Paddy Power underwear.Bendtner received a one-match ban and an £80,000 fine.And Fort believes Ronaldo should be handed a similar punishment that would see him miss Portugal’s quarter-final clash with France on Friday.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSNicklas Bendtner was punished for ‘ambush marketing’ when he showed off his Paddy Power pants after scoring for Denmark at Euro 2012Credit: AP:Associated PressSpeaking on X, he said: “This chart has been circulating today.”Cristiano and WHOOP is ambush marketing to Euro 2024. It is illegal and both the player and the company should be fined.”Dietmar Hamann slams Cristiano Ronaldo for ‘utterly embarrassing’ reaction at Euro 2024He then went on to add: “The post is about a UEFA match, uses the names of the two national teams playing, score, and a player on the field. “They are implying an association with the event and that is illegal. Not having ‘a competitor as a sponsor’ isn’t a reason to tolerate infringements.”WHOOP design various devices that track heart rate, athletic performance and quality of sleep.Fort understands if Ronaldo’s data had been taken from a home workout – rather than during a Euros match – it would not have been an infringement.The data showed Ronaldo “entered a flow state and dropped his heart rate” before he scored the first of Portugal’s three penalties in the shoot-out.It then soared to 180 beats per minute when Bernardo Silva bagged the decisive spot kick.Fans praised Ronaldo for his composure during the shoot-out after WHOOP published their data on X.One fan said: “Shows why he’s one of the best!!”While another simply replied: “Legend.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd a third responded: “That’s why he’s the best in pressure situations.”Portugal will face Germany or Spain in the semi-finals if they come through their last-eight tie with France. More

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      Transfer recommendations ahead of Matchday 5 – Dream Team Euros bosses must be bold to bank quarter-final points

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      DREAM TEAM EUROS bosses have a maximum of five transfers available to them ahead of Matchday 5.As is the nature of tournament quarter-finals, the fixtures are now considerably more difficult to predict.Here’s a reminder of the match-ups:Spain v GermanyPortugal v FranceEngland v SwitzerlandNetherlands v TurkeySpain have been mightily impressive but the hosts will keep them honestCredit: Dream TeamIt would be naive to underestimate Turkey but their defensive frailty makes them the least likely team to progress to the semi-finals – at least according to our sponsors Betfair.Vincenzo Montella’s side pack a punch in attack but only Georgia, Romania and Slovenia have allowed their opponents more shots at this tournament – and only Georgia have conceded more xG.These stats make Cody Gakpo (£4m) a hugely appealing option for Matchday 5 for those who haven’t already recruited the Oranje’s left winger.The Liverpool forward is comfortably the top performer in Dream Team Euros having taken his overall tally to 48 points with a goal and assist against Romania last time out.On current form, Gakpo appears most likely to take advantage of Turkey’s relatively vulnerable defence.Gakpo has raised his game in GermanyCredit: GettyOn a similar theme, Xavi Simons (£4m) became Euro 2024’s leading assist provider after he set up two of his nation’s three goals in the round of 16.Most read in FootballThe 21-year-old has the attributes to threaten if Turkey maintain their gung-ho approach, which has made for entertaining end-to-end contests so far.Dream Team Euros bosses keen on the underdogs will surely view Arda Guler (£2.5m) as the best selection.The Real Madrid wonderkid is a total natural; his whipped set-pieces ultimately eliminated a decent Austria outfit.Turkey’s teenage heroCredit: ReutersA set of competitive quarter-finals makes it rather difficult to identify the most-suitable defenders.Gaffers downbeat on England’s chances may see Manuel Akanji (£3.5m), Fabian Schar (£3m), Ricardo Rodriguez (£3m) and Yann Sommer (£3m) as viable options.The former was particularly impressive at the heart of a back three in Switzerland’s two most-recent outings against Germany and Italy.Gareth Southgate’s side have been lacklustre in attack and were seconds away from coming up short against Slovakia before Jude Bellingham’s (£6m) moment of inspiration.The Three Lions have an abundance of attacking talent in their ranks but would it be all that surprising if they failed to beat Sommer on Saturday, given the incoherent nature of their performances this summer?Alternatively, more optimistic gaffers might feel it’s England that are most likely to keep a clean sheet.Marc Guehi (£3m) is suspended but Jordan Pickford (£4m), John Stones (£4.5m) and Kyle Walker (£4m) are virtually guaranteed to start while Ezri Konsa (£3m) is supposedly the leading candidate to replace the Crystal Palace centre-back in what could be a back three.Guehi received a yellow card against Slovakia and will miss the next gameCredit: ALAMYTargeting a clean sheet on Friday is fraught with danger as all four teams possess immense firepower.That being said, Portugal have failed to score in their last two outings (against Georgia and Slovenia) with Cristiano Ronaldo (£6m) having let fly with 20 unsuccessful shots at the tournament.France are yet to concede a goal from open play and have restricted their opponents to chances worth just 2.6 xG (which includes a penalty) across their four games – the lowest total among all 24 teams.Betting against the likes of Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes (£6m) and Bernardo Silva (£4.5m) is risky but there’s enough evidence to suggest Mike Maignan (£4.5m), Jules Kounde (£4m), Dayot Upamecano (£4m) and Theo Hernandez (£5m) might hold firm on Friday night.The latter is the superior option as he offers more going forward and his total of 35 points is the highest among all defenders at the time of writing – although his quality comes at a high price.Those who believe Roberto Martinez’s troops will keep Les Bleus at bay should back Nuno Mendes (£4m) and/or Joao Cancelo (£4.5m) – the Barcelona full-back was Portugal’s brightest threat in Matchday 4.Hernandez is among the most-popular recruits ahead of Friday’s deadlineCredit: GettySpain v Germany is a match-up worthy of the final and one destined to divide Dream Team Euros managers.Fabian Ruiz (£3.5m) and Jamal Musiala (£4.5m) extended their scintillating form with 15 and 12 points respectively in Matchday 4 while Kai Havertz (£4.5m) responded to his critics with a 12-point haul.Julian Nagelsmann has seemingly made the decision to replace Max Mittelstadt (£3.5m) with David Raum (£3.5m) at left-back – the latter endeavours to provide a barrage of crosses and currently features in just 0.5% of teams.As for La Roja, they look the most likely to lift the trophy at this stage and it feels as if every gaffer needs at least one of their exciting wingers.Lamine Yamal (£4m) and Nico Williams (£4m) have mustered 23 points each and could easily have banked more, such has been their quality out wide.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Athletic Bilbao man pocketed 15 points for efforts against Georgia last time out, which included a goal and an assist.Remember to confirm your transfers before Friday’s 4pm deadline – your overall team budget is now £53million! 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      Portugal vs France: Get £50 in free bets for Friday’s Euro 2024 clash with Betfred

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      IT’S Cristiano Ronaldo vs Kylian Mbappe as Portugal and France clash in Friday’s Euro 2024 quarter-final showdown at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg.And brand new Betfred customers can claim a terrific £50 in free bets when they sign-up and stake a tenner on the Euro 2024 encounter.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles herePortugal vs France: Get £50 free bets HERE*How 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 Euro 2024 football, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsPortugal vs France: Get £50 free bets HERE*Portugal vs France: Get £50 free bets HERE*Betfred are offering some of the very best tournament specials with free bets and special offers galore. Check them out below!Build your own Bet Builder (3/1+) of 4+ legs on any England match at Euro 2024 and get 100% of your stake back in Free Bets if you lose – CLAIM HERENew to Betfred? Then you can claim this incredible offer.Simply visit the Betfred website using this link HERE* and register a new account using the Promo Code: SUMMER50.Then you just need to deposit and stake £10 on any Euro 2024 football market at odds of Evens or greater.When that first bet has settled — win or lose — Betfred will credit your account with the following free bets;3 x £10 to use on any Sportsbook Markets2 x £10 to use on Accumulators (4+ selections)EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSRemember 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.orgFor help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*New customers only. Register with SUMMER50 between 31/05/24 – 14/07/24. 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. More

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      Portugal vs France: Get £60 in football free bets and bonuses for Euro 2024 with William Hill

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      PORTUGAL and tournament favourites France clash in Friday’s Euro 2024 quarter-final contest at Volksparkstadion in Hamburg.And brand new William Hill customers who register an account and stake a tenner will be rewarded with a colossal £60 in free bets and bonuses to spend on football.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles herePortugal vs France: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*Portugal vs France: Get £60 in football free bets with William HillCredit: WILLIAM HILLPortugal vs France: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*How to claim..William Hill £60 bonusVisit the William Hill website on your mobile device HERE*Register a new account and deposit a minimum of £10 using the Promo Code: T60Place a bet of at least £10 from your main balance on Euro 2024 football on the William Hill Sportsbook at odds of 1/2 or greaterAfter settlement – win or lose – William Hill will credit your account with £60 in free bets and bonusesPortugal vs France: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*Portugal vs France: Claim your £60 bonus – click here*William Hill £60 welcome bonusNew to William Hill? You can sign-up using the links provided on this page and then you can reap the rewards!Simply register a new account and deposit a minimum of £10 using the Promo Code: T60.EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSAfter that, stake at least £10 from your main balance on football on the William Hill Sportsbook at odds of 1/2 or greater.After settlement — win or lose — William Hill will credit your account with £60 in free bets and bonuses to spend on football and in the casino!Portugal vs France: Claim your £60 bonus – click 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*18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. Get £60 Bonus split between Vegas & Sports in the following manner – (i) Deposit £10 to unlock £20 Vegas Free Bet on Selected Games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); then (ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash (excl. £10 deposit) or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). Once settled, receive £40 Sports Free Bets excluding Virtual Markets (4x £10, 7 days expiry). Payment methods & country restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply. More

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      Portugal vs France preview: Free betting tips, odds and predictions for Euro 2024 clash

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO and his Portugal side meet Kylian Mbappe and his French team for Friday’s Euro 2024 quarter-final at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg.SunSport betting experts have previewed the contest, and carefully selected our best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our partners for the Euro 2024 showdown.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereFree bets for Portugal vs France from our partnersWilliam Hill: Get your £60 in free bets when you stake a tenner on Portugal vs France – CLAIM HERE*Betfred: Free bets – Get £50 in free football bets when you bet on Portugal vs France – CLAIM HERE*BetMGM: Get £60 in free bets to spend on football, including Portugal vs France – CLAIM HERE*talkSPORT BET: Get £30 in free bets to spend on Euro 2024 when you stake a tenner on Portugal vs France – CLAIM HERE*Tote: Bet £10 on Portugal vs France to get £50 in bonuses – CLAIM HERELadbrokes: Bet £5 on Portugal vs France to get £20 in free bets – CLAIM HERE*Already have these accounts? 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Roberto Martinez’s team needed penalties to overcome a stubborn Slovenia, ranked 51 places below them by FIFA.Cristiano Ronaldo, 39, poses another dilemma.The legendary forward has yet to score at Euro 2024, despite taking more shots than any other player. 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