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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

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      Who is Kai Havertz’s girlfriend Sophia Weber?

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      KAI Havertz is a German footballer who has played for Premier League team Chelsea.All eyes are on the footballer due to news of his talks to sign with Arsenal in a £65 million transfer.
      Kai Havertz and his girlfriend Sophia Weber have been dating since 2018Credit: Instagram @kaihavertz29
      Who is Kai Havertz?
      Havertz was born on June 11, 1999, in Aachen, Germany.
      At only four years old, Havertz joined Alemannia Mariadorf before joining Bayer Leverkusen at the age of 11 for the club’s youth academy.
      Havertz was the club’s youngest-ever debutant and also became their youngest-ever goal scorer.
      With his impressive accolades, Hervertz garnered interest from several European clubs with Chelsea signing him in 2020.
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      His transfer was worth £72 million (€84 million) – making him one of the team’s most expensive signings.
      After signing with Chelsea, Havertz helped the club win their 2020–21 UEFA Champions League, 2021 UEFA Super Cup, and the 2021 FIFA Club World Cup.
      Former footballer-turned-pundit Paul Merson called Havertz “one of Chelsea’s best players”.
      He added: “People forget he is class. He knits things together. He’s a Rolls-Royce, he glides round the pitch.”
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      Havertz’s Arsenal transfer deal is expected to be completed by the end of the week.
      Jorghino recently teased fans with an Instagram pic eluding to the imminent transfer which showed the pair snapped in a selfie including several emoji’s.
      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has described Havertz as being a “talented player” adding that “at Arsenal we are always interested in youngsters with experience”.
      Who is Kai Havertz’s girlfriend Sophia Weber?
      Kai Havertz is in a relationship with Sophia Weber.
      She is a model and social media influencer from Germany and is often seen supporting her man at games.
      Her unwavering support has not gone, unnoticed particularly during Havertz’s difficult times.
      Havertz has previously said: “Football is our life. If you lose a game, of course you don’t have an easy life.
      “I think everyone at home, especially my girlfriend, has had some tough weeks. I think she is happy now again and so am I.”
      Sophia boasts an impressive 362,000 followers on Instagram and lives in London with Havertz.
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      How did Kai and Sophia meet?
      The lovebirds met at a young age as they grew up in the same neighbourhood.
      They started out as friends with the relationship blossoming into a romantic connection in 2018, when they officially began dating. More

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      F1 Austrian Grand Prix: Max Verstappen aims to increase mammoth lead at top of standings – TV, stream, FULL schedule

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN claimed Red Bull’s 100th win in Formula One at the Canadian Grand Prix.The Dutchman’s triumph added to his colossal lead at the top of the F1 driver standings.
      Max Verstappen celebrating his triumph at the Canadian Grand PrixCredit: GETTY
      Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso came runner-up in Canada as he chases down Verstappen’s Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez in the driver standings.
      Lewis Hamilton finished in third place and claimed a second successive podium finish.
      Austria will also play host to the second Sprint weekend – and SunSport have all the details ahead of a huge weekend in Formula One.
      When is the Austrian Grand Prix?

      The Austrian Grand Prix will take place on Sunday, July 2.
      The Grand Prix will start at 2pm BST.
      The Red Bull Ring will be the track.

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      What channel is the Austrian Grand Prix on and can it be live streamed?

      The Austrian Grand Prix will be broadcast live on Sky Sports F1.
      Sky Sports customers can live stream all the action via the NOW app, which is free to download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action from Austria with SunSport’s live blog.

      Full schedule
      Friday, June 30

      Practice 1 – 12:30pm – 1:30pm BST
      Qualifying – 4pm – 5pm BST

      Saturday, July 1
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      Sprint Shootout – 11pm – 11:44pm BST
      Sprint – 3:30pm – 4pm BST

      Sunday, July 2

      Grand Prix – 2pm BST

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      Who is Sky Sports presenter Anita Nneka Jones?

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      ANITA Nneka Jones is a television sports presenter watched by millions each week.She has gone on to become a formidable force in the fast-paced world of football.
      Anita Nneka Jones has become a popular face in the football worldCredit: Instagram/anitannekajones
      Who is Sky Sports presenter Anita Nneka Jones?
      Anita is a British-Nigerian sports reporter born in London.
      She is bilingual and speaks both English and Spanish and is a fan of football, rugby and tennis.
      Her early presenting career saw Anita working in local radio and TV, through the BBC but it was her passion for sports that catapulted her career.
      Thanks to her fluency in Spanish, Jones managed to conduct an exclusive interview with Unai Emery impressing audiences.

      She quickly rose through the ranks of the BBC’s Kick Off Trainee Sports Reporter scheme and went on to become a regular presenter of Arsenal Nation Live – Arsenal’s matchday show.
      Anita also co-presented and produced the BBC’s Women’s Sports Show.
      She presented live from a number of iconic sporting events including the London Marathon, Epsom Downs horse racing, The Championship and Wimbledon.
      Jones has stated that she wants to “be a positive representative and role model for women in a male-dominated industry”.
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      She is also a prominent voice regarding endometriosis a condition where the tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in other places including the ovaries and fallopian tubes.
      Anita has suffered with endometriosis since she was 14 but was only officially diagnosed with the condition in her 20s.
      Advising other women who may be suffering in silence, she said: “Push to see a specialist, a gynaecologist, and then if you have endometriosis , do an ovarian reserve test after your first surgery.
      “We’re not taught these things. And even if you don’t have it, so many women have problems getting pregnant.”
      How long has Anita Nneka Jones been a presenter on Sky Sports?
      Anita has worked for Premier League Productions since September 2020.
      Her role includes live reporting at Premier League games, co-presenting 20 In 20, football player interviews in both English and Spanish, and she is a back-up presenter for Fanzone.
      She has hosted coverage of the Premier League on Sky and CBS Sports in America.
      Is Anita Nneka Jones on Instagram?
      The sports lover is on Instagram under the username anitannekajones.
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      Jones has 20,000 followers (June 2023) and describes herself as a TV presenter and reporter.
      Many of her posts include her sports reporting world but she also posts glam pics including a racy snap of herself in a bikini. More

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      How can I watch England Under-21s vs Czech Republic Under-21s for FREE?

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      ENGLAND will begin their European Under-21 Championship campaign TOMORROW as the Three Lions take on Czech Republic Under-21s.Lee Carsley’s side are eyeing up their first triumph in the competition since 1984.
      England U21s will face Czech Republic U21s in their first game of the 2023 European U21s ChampionshipCredit: GETTY
      Premier League stars such as Harvey Elliott, Curtis Jones, Morgan Gibbs-White and Levi Colwill feature in England’s star-studded squad.
      The Three Lions share Group C with Czech Republic, Germany and Isreal.
      When is England Under-21s vs Czech Republic Under-21s?

      England Under-21s vs Czech Republic Under-21s will take place on Thursday, June 22.
      Kick off will be at 5pm BST.
      The Baumit Arena will play host.

      What TV channel is England Under-21s vs Czech Republic Under-21s on and can it be streamed FREE?

      England Under-21s vs Czech Republic Under-21s will not be available to watch on TV in the UK.
      However, you can live stream the game for FREE via the UEFA website.

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      Team news
      Arsenal’s Emile Smith Rowe is fit and likely to start after having a difficult season with injuries.
      Levi Colwill trained with the squad briefly before flying out following his breakthrough season on loan at Brighton.
      Other Premier League names such as Noni Madueke, Oliver Skipp and Jacob Ramsey will all be hoping to be named in the starting XI.
      Odds

      England Under-21s – 4/7
      Draw – 29/10
      Czech Republic Under-21s – 5/1

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