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      Who was Millwall owner John Berylson and how did he die?

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      MILLWALL owner and chairman John Berylson has sadly passed away aged 70.The Championship club said they have a “collective broken heart” as tributes to their late chairman amassed from fans and rival teams.
      Millwall owner and chairman John Berylson passes away aged 70Credit: GETTY
      How did John Berylson die?
      John Berylson passed away due to a ‘tragic accident’ Millwall explain in a touching statement.
      The statement read: “It is with a collective broken heart and the deepest of regret that we announce the passing of our beloved owner and chairman, John Berylson.
      “John, who turned 70 last month, lost his life in a tragic accident on Tuesday morning, and the thoughts of everyone at the club are with his wife, Amy, his three children, Jennifer, James, and Elizabeth, and the rest of the Berylson family.
      “John’s sudden and tragic passing will unquestionably impact all those who were fortunate to have known him. He was a truly great man, incredibly devoted to his family, and a person of such remarkable generosity, warmth, and kindness.
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      “He lived a storied life, one full of colour and joy, and was infinitely thoughtful of others with an endless desire to share his immense knowledge and experiences to help people.
      “Under John’s passionate leadership and guidance, Millwall Football Club has enjoyed tremendous success and stability. Since first becoming involved in the club in 2006, he has presided over some of the greatest moments in Millwall’s history, and his influence in providing the platform for those was immeasurable.
      “John continued to speak eagerly about the new season and his vision for the future, and any success moving forward will be in his memory and honour. It will be his legacy.
      “John revelled in the club’s underdog status and mentality. He related strongly to such values and identity and adored Millwall supporters. He was fiercely loyal to all his staff, and both they and the fan base will miss him beyond measure.
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      “For those who wish to pay their respects, a book of condolence, which will be shared with the Berylson family, will be opened at The Den from 11am on Wednesday 5th July online
      “Rest in peace, John, and thank you. You were loved and adored.”
      Who was John Berylson?
      John Berylson was the beloved owner and chairman of Millwall football club.
      He first became involved in the South London club back in 2006.
      The club achieved promotion to the Championship under Berylson’s stewardship in 2010 and 2017.
      The Millwall legend lifted the playoff trophy on the pitch at Wembley six years ago.
      Berylson was also a very successful businessman and is the founder of private equity company Chestnut Hill Ventures LLC.
      He was also a former Harvard graduate and was known for his philanthropy – donating to good causes such as education. More

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      England U21 vs Israel U21: Stream FREE, kick-off time, how to watch Lee Carsley’s Young Lions in huge Euros semi-final

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      ENGLAND U21 are in the semi-finals of the Euros on Wednesday night – and they’re up against Israel. The Young Lions have been brilliant so far throughout the tournament, winning all four of their games without conceding.
      England were brilliant as they beat Portugal in the semi-finalsCredit: Getty
      Anthony Gordon scored England’s only goal against PortugalCredit: Getty
      They beat Portugal 1-0 in the quarters thanks to Anthony Gordon’s first-half goal.
      And fellow Premier League stars Noni Madueke and Morgan Gibbs-White have had a big impact on England’s fortunes too.
      But Lee Carsley’s side have been dealt a blow as Aston Villa youngster Jacob Ramsey has had to fly home due to injury.
      England will still fancy their chances of making the final, however, where they could play either Spain or Ukraine.

      When is England U21 vs Israel U21?

      England’s clash with Israel will take place on Wednesday, July 5.
      The game will kick off at 5pm UK time.
      England U21 vs Israel U21 will be held at the Adjarabet Arena in Batumi, Georgia.

      How can I live stream the game?

      England’s big semi-final with Israel will be shown live on UEFA’s official website for FREE.
      You can live stream the action from your mobile or tablet device.
      The game will NOT be shown on TV in the UK.

      Team news
      The big news for England is that Jacob Ramsey has headed home after picking up an ankle injury.
      England also have two suspensions to deal with as both Ben Johnson and Max Aarons were booked against Portugal.
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      Harvey Elliott should be back after missing the Portugal game because of a family matter.
      Israeli pair Daniel Peretz and Eden Karzev are both suspended after being yellow carded for the second time against Georgia. More

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      Who is Dennis Wise’s wife Claire?

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      DENNIS Wise is a well known name in the world of football.From his marriage to wife Claire to their children – here’s everything you need to know about the former footballer’s family life.
      Dennis Wise is married to wife ClaireCredit: FlynetPictures.co.uk
      Who is Dennis Wise’s wife Claire?
      Former footballer and Chelsea icon Dennis Wise has been married to his wife Claire Dunn since 2004.
      The pair had been together for eight years before tying the knot at  Stoke Park in Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire.
      Claire worked as a solicitor.
      Although Wise has enjoyed a successful career in the spotlight, it appears the former football star prefers to keep his personal life private, with not much else known about his wife.
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      However, Wise does post sweet snaps alongside Claire to his Instagram account, @denniswise11.
      In 2022, the ex Premier League footballer shared a smiling selfie alongside Claire, as the couple enjoyed some time together on a date.
      How many children do Dennis and Claire Wise have?
      Dennis and Claire share three children together – Henry, Amber, and George.
      Henry was born on January 1, 2000, with Amber arriving four years later.
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      She was just a few months old when her parents married.
      Youngest son George celebrates his birthday on April 9, and was born in 2008.
      Dennis’s eldest son Henry Dennis Paul Wise has followed in his father’s footsteps and plays for the New York Red Bulls II.
      He started his career at Watford before making the move to the US team in August 2022.
      Dennis also regularly shares sweet snaps of his three children enjoying birthdays and holidays abroad over on his official Instagram account.
      Who is Dennis Wise’s daughter Amber?
      Dennis Wise’s daughter Amber dived into the spotlight in June 2023, after bagging a spot as a Love Island bombshell.
      The 19-year-old has entered the luxury villa as part of one of the ITV2 dating show’s most explosive twists – Casa Amor.
      And it appears Dennis, who is no stranger to reality TV after his stint on I’m A Celebrity in 2017, and mum Claire are supportive of their daughter’s Love Island appearance.
      A source said: ”Amber may only be 19 but she’s got her head screwed on — so Dennis and her mum Claire were fully supportive of her joining the show.”
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      Prior to signing up for the show, Amber played netball for the Surrey Storm U15 team, with dad Dennis congratulating her on their win in April 2019.
      You can follow Amber over on her Instagram, @amberwse, where she boasts an impressive 19.5k (as of July 4, 2023) followers since making her TV debut. More

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      What is Dennis Wise’s net worth?

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      DENNIS Wise is a former football player whose daughter Amber is making headlines on Love Island. The ex Chelsea star, who is now the president of Italian team Como, has had a very successful career.
      Footballer Dennis and his daughter Amber, who is in Casa Amor
      What is Dennis Wise’s net worth?
      According to 888sport.com, Dennis Wise is worth a hefty £9million.
      However, it’s not a sum earned purely from his career.
      Dennis has secured successful property deals and made a substantial investment into a golf course.
      He’s also journeyed into reality TV, taking part in I’m A Celebrity in 2017.
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      Dennis also runs a non-profit, Dennis Wise In The Community, that raises money to improve the lives of those with disabilities.
      It has raised over £1million.
      What football teams did Dennis Wise play for?
      Dennis has played for eight different football clubs – the most notable being Chelsea, where he was captain from 1993 until he departed the club in 2001.
      These clubs are:
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      Dennis played as a midfielder and was part of the Crazy Gang with Vinnie Jones and Lawrie Sanchez.
      He assisted in the winning goal for Wimbledon during their infamous 1988 FA Cup victory.
      In 1990 he was signed to Chelsea for £1.6million, a record at the time.
      He also has 21 England caps, scoring once.
      Dennis retired from football in 2009 and is currently president of Italian team Como.
      How many children does Dennis Wise have?
      Dennis has three children – Henry, Amber and George.
      Henry, who is a footballer playing for New York Red Bulls II, was born on January 1, 2000.
      Henry made his debut for Watford in 2020, but was released in the 2021-2022 season.
      Amber is Dennis’s only daughter, born in January 2004.
      Following in the footsteps of footie star Michael Owen’s daughter Gemma Owen, Amber entered the Love Island villa on Friday, June 30, 2023, hoping to find love.
      She arrived as one of the Casa Amor bombshells.
      Dennis’ youngest child George was born on April 9, 2008.
      Is Dennis Wise married?
      Dennis shares his three children with wife Claire Wise.
      The pair tied the knot in 2004.
      Vinnie Jones was the best man at their wedding and the ceremony took place at Stoke Park in Stock Poges, Buckinghamshire.
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      They’d been together for eight years before they wed.
      Claire works as a solicitor and keeps her Instagram private, although Dennis regularly shares loved-up pics of his wife and kids on his page. More

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      When is the World Athletics Championships 2023? TV channel, stream free and big medal contenders for Budapest

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      ARE you on your marks? Great, because the World Athletics Championships is set to get going – and is the pinnacle of the track and field season.This is the biggest major worldwide athletics event before the Paris Olympics next summer, and athletes can put their names in the hat for medal contention next summer.
      Jake Wightman stunned Jakob Ingebrigtsen in the 1,500m at last year’s World Championships in Eugene, OregonCredit: Getty
      Sydney McLaughlin set a stunning new world record at the World Championships last summer in the 400 metres hurdlesCredit: Reuters
      The championships take place every two years – but last year’s event took place in Oregon a year late due to Covid-19.
      The likes of Shelly-Anne Fraser-Pryce, Keeley Hodgkinson, Zharnel Hughes, Wayde van Niekerk and Karsen Warholm should all be fighting for the big medals in Hungary.
      When are the World Athletics Championships?

      Starting on Saturday, August 19th, The World Athletic Championships will run until Sunday, August 27th.
      Each day will have various starting times; the opening day is set to start 7:50am UK time, 8:50am in Hungary.
      The championships will be hosted at the Nemzeti Atlétikai Központ (National Athletics Centre) in Budapest.
      Laying on the eastern bank of the Danube River south of central Budapest, the stadium holds 36,000 spectators and was completed just months ago.

      Jamaica’s Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is set to race in BudapestCredit: PA
      GB’s Keely Hodgkinson has hit top form ahead of this year’s World ChampionshipsCredit: PA
      What TV channel is it on and can I live stream it for free?
      The championships will be available for FREE to license fee payers on BBC.
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      Also for FREE is the BBC iPlayer which will stream all of the live action in Budapest.
      Viewers in the UK can also watch on Eurosport, soon to become TNT Sports.
      Who are the names to look out for in Budapest?

      Diana Asher-Smith, Great Britain
      Noah Lyles, United States
      Sydney McLaughlin, United States
      Mondo Duplantis, Sweden
      Keely Hodgkinson, Great Britain
      Zharnel Hughes, Great Britain
      Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Jamaica
      Kelvin Kiptum, Kenya
      Laura Muir, Great Britain
      Daryll Neita, Great Britain
      Ferdinand Omanyala, Kenya
      Wayde van Niekerk, South Africa
      Karsten Warholm, Norway
      Jakob Ingebrigtsen, Norway

      What events should I watch?
      The most anticipated events will be the 100m Men’s and Women’s finals.
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      Other events to watch at this year’s championships will be the Women’s 800m and 1500m, Men’s Marathon and Men’s Pole Vault.
      What is the competition schedule?
      Day 1 – August 19

      7:50am (UK) 8:50am (HU) – 20 Kilometres Race Walk Final (M)
      7:35pm (UK) 8:35pm (HU) – Shotput Final (M)
      8:47pm (UK) 9:47pm (HU) – Mixed 4×400 Metres Relay Final

      Day 2 – August 20

      3:55pm (UK) 4:55pm (HU) – Long Jump Final (W)
      5:00pm (UK) 6:00pm (HU) – 800 Metres Heptathlon Final (W)
      5:25pm (UK) – 6:25pm (HU)- 10,000 Metres (M)
      6:10pm (UK) – 7:10pm (HU) 100 Metres Final (M)

      Day 3 – August 21

      6:40pm (UK) 7:40pm (HU)- Triple Jump Final (M)
      7:30pm (UK) 8:30pm (HU) – Discus Throw Final (M)
      8:40pm (UK) 9:40pm (HU) – 110 Metres Hurdles Final (M)
      8:50pm (UK) 9:50pm (HU) – 100 Metres Final (W)

      Day 4 – August 22

      6:55pm (UK) 7:55pm (HU) – High Jump Final (M)
      7:20pm (UK) 8:20pm (HU) – Discus Throw Final (W)
      8:30pm (UK) 9:30pm (HU) – 1500 Metres Final (W)
      8:42pm (UK) 9:42pm (HU) – 3000 Metres Steeplechase Final (M)

      Day 5 – August 23

      6:30pm (UK) 7:30pm (HU) – Pole Vault Final (W)
      8:15pm (UK) 9:15pm (HU) – 1500 Metres Final (M)
      8:35pm (UK) 9:35pm (HU) – 400 Metres Final (W)
      8:50pm (UK) 9:50pm (HU) – 400 Metres Hurdles Final (M)

      Day 6 – August 24

      6:00am (UK) 7:00am (HU)- 35 Kilometres Race Walk Final (M+W)
      6:30pm (UK) 7:30pm (HU)- Long Jump Final (M)
      7:15pm (UK) 8:15pm (HU)- Hammer Throw Final (W)
      8:25pm (UK) 9:25pm (HU)- 100 Metres Hurdles Final (W)
      8:35pm (UK) 9:35pm (HU)- 400 Metres Final (M)
      8:50pm (UK) 9:50pm (HU)-400 Metres Final (W)

      Day 7 – August 25

      6:35pm (UK) 7:35pm (HU)-Triple Jump Final (W)
      7:20pm (UK) 8:20pm (HU) -Javelin Throw Final (W)
      8:40pm (UK) 9:40pm (HU) – 200 Metres Final (W)
      8:50pm (UK) 9:50pm (Hu) – 200 Metres Final (M)

      Day 8 – August 26

      6:00am (UK) 7:00am (HU) – Marathon (W)
      6:25pm (UK) 7:25pm (HU) – Pole Vault Final (M)
      7:30pm (UK) 8:30pm (HU) – 800 Metres Final (M)
      8:25pm (UK) 9:25pm (HU) – 1500 Metres Decathlon Final (M)
      8:40pm (UK) 9:40pm (HU) 4×100 Metres Relay Final (M)
      8:50pm (UK) 9:50pm (HU) 4×100 Metres Relay Final (W)

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      Day 9 – August 27

      6:00am (UK) 7:00am (HU) – Marathon (M)
      7:05pm (UK) 8:05pm (HU) – High Jump Final (M)
      7:20pm (UK) 8:20pm (HU) – Javelin Throw Final (M)
      7:45pm (UK) 8:45pm (HU)- 800 Metres Final (W)
      8:37pm (UK) 9:37pm (HU) – 4×100 Metres Relay Final (W)
      8:47pm (UK) 9:47pm (HU) – 4×100 Metres Relay Final (M) More

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      When will Lionel Messi play his first game for Inter Miami?

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      THE LIONEL MESSI effect is in full swing in Florida as the Argentine superstar prepares for his first game with Inter Miami CF.Messi announced he had joined the MLS club on June 7, 2023, after turning down deals from Barcelona and Saudi Arabia.
      Lionel Messi announced his commitment to Miami in June 2023Credit: Getty
      When will Lionel Messi play his first game for Inter Miami?
      Inter Miami have struggled in MLS this season with defeats to fellow Floridian side Orlando City as well as both New York City and New York Red Bulls.
      Although the David Beckham-owned side continues to play in games, Messi will not be able to take to the field until July 2023.
      The Argentine forward’s contract with Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain ran until June 30.
      But even then, Messi will have to wait to make his MLS debut, with his first game for Inter Miami expected to be against Cruz Azul on July 21 in the Leagues Cup.
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      “Having the world’s greatest player here is something that is significant for our league, and for the football ecosystem in the United States,” Inter Miami managing owner Jorge Mas said in an interview with The Miami Herald.
      “Lionel Messi is coming to this country to win cups and make a difference. I think it’s incumbent upon myself and my partners in the league, the other owners, to seize the moment.”
      When will Lionel Messi make his MLS debut for Inter Miami?
      Messi will likely have to wait until August 20 before he makes his Major League Soccer debut as the MLS takes a break for the Leagues Cup.
      The international tournament pits teams from the MLS and Mexico’s Liga MX in a mini-competition in North America.
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      Yet, should the Argentine come through unscathed, he will play his first game in the league against Charlotte FC.
      Messi is expected to play with the team for the remainder of the season after making his July 21 debut.
      Inter Miami’s remaining MLS games include:

      August 20: Inter Miami vs. Charlotte FC at DRV PNK Stadium (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
      August 26: New York Red Bulls vs. Inter Miami at Red Bull Arena (Harrison, New Jersey)
      August 30: Inter Miami vs. Nashville SC at DRV PNK Stadium (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
      September 3: Los Angeles FC vs. Inter Miami at BMO Stadium (Los Angeles, California)
      September 9: Inter Miami vs. Sporting Kansas City at DRV PNK Stadium (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
      September 16: Atlanta United FC vs. Inter Miami at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, Georgia)
      September 20: Inter Miami vs. Toronto FC at DRV PNK Stadium (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
      September 24: Orlando City SC vs. Inter Miami at Exploria Stadium (Orlando, Florida)
      September 30: Inter Miami vs. New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
      October 4: Chicago Fire FC vs. Inter Miami at Soldier Field (Chicago, Illinois)
      October 7: Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati at DRV PNK Stadium (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
      October 21: Charlotte FC vs. Inter Miami at Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte, North Carolina)

      Why will Lionel Messi not play for MLS All-Stars vs Arsenal?
      Before Messi has the opportunity to play for his new club Inter Miami, the MLS All-Stars will face Premier League side Arsenal at Audi Field in Washington, DC on July 19.
      With the arrival of such a global superstar, some had expected the Argentine to be called up to feature in the team made up of the best the league has to offer.
      Although rules state that they should have already played for a club in the MLS, the league’s commissioner Don Garber had two picks of his choice where he could have selected Messi.
      However, Garber chose Kei Kamara and Mathieu Choiniere, meaning that Messi’s debut in the US will have to wait a little longer.
      Lionel Messi will make his Miami debut on July 21, 2023Credit: Getty
      How much is Lionel Messi’s contract?
      Details on Messi’s contract have been released sporadically since he made the announcement.
      At this time, the exact numbers have not been revealed, but it will reportedly include profit sharing with Apple and Adidas, two of MLS’s biggest commercial partners, according to NBC Sports.
      Messi will also reportedly have the option to purchase a minority stake in Inter Miami.
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      NBC Sports states that Messi could earn close to $60million per year with this new deal.
      Prior to signing with Miami, Messi turned down a three-year, $1.6billion offer from Saudi Arabia. More

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      Who is Gylfi Sigurdsson’s wife Alexandra Ivarsdottir?

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      GYLFI SIGURDSSON is well-known in the UK, having spent much of his career at Everton, Tottenham, and Swansea City.Sigurdsson is married to Alexandra Iversdottir – a former winner of Miss Iceland.
      Footballer Gylfi Sigurdsson has been married to model Alexandra Ivarsdottir since 2019Credit: Instagram
      Who is Gylfi Sigurdsson’s wife Alexandra Ivarsdottir?
      Alexandra is a model born on August 10, 1989, in Reykjavik, Iceland.
      She has a degree in psychology and is a certified natural chef.
      Alexandra pursued a career in modeling and in 2008 won Miss Iceland.
      She represented her country at the Miss World pageant 2008 and finished in the top 15.

      She also won Miss World Sports – a decathlon event where entrants for Miss World compete against each other in a range of fitness tests and activities.
      Alexandra is the owner of Móa&Mía— a children’s clothing store.
      On their website, it states that it was her “dream” to open the shop as she had “always been interested in fashion and design”.
      When did Gylfi Sigurdsson and Alexandra Ivarsdottir get married?
      On June 15, 2019, Sigurdsson and Alexandra were married in Lake Como, Italy.
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      They had been dating for nine years before tying the knot.
      The couple met in 2010 when Sigurdsson was playing for Reading.
      In July 2018, Sigurdsson popped the question while they were on holiday in the Bahamas.
      The couple have been based in the UK for most of Sigurdsson’s career with a two year gap playing for German side Hoffenheim from 2010-2012.
      In 2023, the couple are expected to move to the US with the former Everton midfielder signing for Wayne Rooney’s DC United.
      On May 5, 2021, Icelandic couple Gylfi Sigurdsson and Alexandra Ivarsdottir welcomed their daughter, Melros Mia into the worldCredit: Instagram
      Do Gylfi Sigurdsson and Alexandra Ivarsdottir have any children?
      In December 2020, it was announced that the couple were expecting.
      On May 5, 2021, the pair welcomed a daughter named Melros Mia Gylfadottir.
      Though Alexandra’s Instagram page is private, the model shared a family photo captioned “La familia” followed by a white heart and globe emoji. More

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      What TV channel is England U21s vs Germany U21s on? How to watch Young Lions in Euro 2023 action for FREE

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      ENGLAND have already confirmed their qualification for the quarter-finals of the Under-21 European Championships.The Young Lions have claimed maximum points from their group stage fixtures and sit top of Group C.
      Anthony Gordon celebrates after scoring England’s opener against IsrealCredit: EPA
      England brushed aside both Czech Republic and Isreal claiming back-to-back 2-0 victories in their opening two games of the Under-21 European Championships.
      Lee Carsley’s side have the opportunity to knock out defending champions Germany in their final group stage fixture.
      When is England U21s vs Germany U21s?

      England U21s vs Germany U21s will take place on Wednesday, June 28.
      Kick off will be at 5pm BST.
      The Batumi Stadium will play host.

      What TV channel is England U21s vs Germany U21s on and can it be live streamed for FREE?

      England U21s vs Germany U21s will not be shown on live TV in the UK.
      However, you can live stream England U21s vs Germany U21s for FREE via the Uefa website.

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      Team news
      Lee Carsley might be tempted to rest some of his Premier League stars after already securing qualification to the quarter-finals.
      Regulars such as Morgan Gibbs-White, Anthony Gordon, Levi Colwill and Curtis Jones could all be rested.
      Norwich right-back Max Aarons is a doubt after he was absent from the Young Lions’ win against Isreal due to illness.
      For Germany, Borussia Dortmund forward Youssoufa Moukoko will be pushing for a start after being on the bench in the previous game.
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      Odds

      England U21s – 17/10
      Draw – 12/5
      Germany U21s – 6/4

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and are correct at the time of publication. More