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      Who do England face next in Euro 2020 quarter-final after beating Germany?

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      ENGLAND have BEATEN Germany in their Euro 2020 last 16 clash.Now they have won, they know they will have a fantastic chance of going all the way, with the draw really opening up.
      Raheem Sterling gave England a precious lead at home to GermanyCredit: Reuters
      Here’s all you need to know about the Three Lions’ potential path to the final.
      Who can England play in the Euro 2020 quarter-final?
      They will play Ukraine in the Euro 2020 quarter-final in Rome.
      Ukraine beat Sweden in extra-time on Tuesday evening in Glasgow to book their clash with the Three Lions.
      The Three Lions will fancy their chances against Andriy Shevchenko’s side, who finished third in Group C behind Netherlands and Austria, who are both out of the competition.
      However, in an unprecedented situation at a major tournament, England will have NO fans supporting them if they get to Rome after the Italian government introduced quarantine measures.

      Who could England play in the semi-final?
      If England reach the semi-final, they could face a reunion with the Czech Republic, who stunned Holland 2-0 in Budapest.
      England secured top spot in Group D with Raheem Sterling scoring the only goal against the Czechs in their final group game at Wembley.
      Alternatively, England could take on Denmark in an emotional semi-final.
      The Danes, who are looking to shock the world and win the tournament for Christian Eriksen, crushed Wales 4-0 in Amsterdam and now face the Czechs in Baku.

      Who could England play in the final?
      England will not play another of the tournament favourites until the final.
      And there, one of the big-hitters is almost certain to be waiting.
      Belgium take on Italy in the first quarter-final after the Belgians ended Portugal’s reign as European champions while the Italians beat Austria in extra time.
      The other quarter-final will see Switzerland – who knocked out world champs France – take on Spain.
      Where will England play for the rest of the tournament?
      A trip to Rome if they beat Germany will be England’s only game abroad.
      Both the semi-finals and final of Euro 2020 will be held at Wembley. More

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      Can England fans travel to Rome for Euro 2020 quarter-final?

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      ENGLAND have secured a famous Euro 2020 win over Germany in the last 16 as Gareth Southgate laid his Euro 96 demons to rest.And fans were seen going wild after Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling netted in a 2-0 victory at Wembley.
      The Stadio Olimpico is set to welcome England for the Euro 2020 quarter-finalCredit: Reuters
      But will they be allowed to join the team in Rome for the quarter-final?
      Can England fans travel to Rome for the quarter-final?
      England fans are allowed to enter Italy, but they won’t be able to watch the game.
      That’s because anybody who arrives from the UK to the country, or has been in the UK for the past 14 days, will be ordered to self-isolate for five days.
      To get into Italy, you need to take a rapid test in the 48 hours before travelling and a further rapid test after five days to end your self-isolation.

      Can any England fans go to Rome for the game?
      England fans in Italy will be able to attend the match, as well as those travelling from the EU or Schengen area.
      The England Supporters Travel Club have confirmed that tickets WON’T be sold by the FA.
      But there is work going on behind the scenes for English nationals living in Italy to attend.
      Fans travelling from Canada, Japan or the United States are not bound by the same rules as the UK and will be allowed to enter Italy.

      Do England fans have to quarantine on return?
      Yes. Italy is on the UK amber list, so if you do manage to get to Rome and see the game you will still be required to quarantine at home on arrival back in the UK.
      This quarantine lasts ten days (your arrival date is Day Zero) and you must also travel back to the UK with a negative rapid test and book PCR tests on Day 2 and Day 8 in advance of travel.
      Your quarantine can be reduced to seven days by taking an additional test on Day 5 using the Test to Release scheme.
      That would allow you to attend the Euro 2020 final if England get there and you test negative.
      Will England play any other games abroad?
      The quarter-final in Rome is the only game England will play abroad.
      Should England reach the semi-final and final, both games will be played at Wembley.
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      Who are BBC Sport pundits for Euro 2020? Micah Richards, Ashley Williams and Thierry Henry on Gary Lineker’s panel

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      GARY LINEKER, Gabby Logan, Eilidh Barbour and Mark Chapman are set to present the BBC’s coverage of Euro 2020.Lineker & Co will host the Beeb’s coverage of this summer’s championship and will be joined by a host of pundits and ex-professionals from the three home nations who have qualified for the tournament.
      The BBC have announced a star studded line-up to guide viewers through Euro 2020Credit: BBC
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      Who are the BBC’s pundits for Euro 2020?

      Alan Shearer
      Rio Ferdinand
      Alex Scott
      Micah Richards
      Ashley Williams
      Mark Hughes
      Shelley Kerr
      James McFadden
      Charlie Adam
      Cesc Fabregas
      Jurgen Klinsmann

      Two of the Beeb’s pundits are in fact winners of the European Championships – Fabregas with Spain, and Klinsmann with Germany.
      Another previous winner in Thierry Henry was scheduled to be part of the BBC’s team, but left after being an offered a role in the Belgium coaching set-up for the tournament.
      Thierry Henry will no longer be a studio guest for the BBC
      BBC regulars Alan Shearer and Alex Scott are likely to be in the studio for England games alongside Rio Ferdinand and Micah Richards, while Ashley Williams and Mark Hughes will provide insight for Wales’ fixtures.
      James McFadden, Shelley Kerr and Charlie Adam will join either Lineker, Logan, Barbour or Chapman to cast their eyes over the Scotland games this summer.
      Alex Scott has also recently been announced as the new host for Football Focus
      Micah Richards has proved to be a hit among television viewers this season

      Who are the BBC’s commentators for Euro 2020?

      Guy Mowbray
      Steve Wilson
      Robyn Cowen
      Steve Bower
      Jonathan Pearce
      Vicki Sparks
      Rob McLean
      Mark Scott

      Who are the BBC’s co-commentators for Euro 2020?

      Karen Carney
      Dion Dublin
      Robbie Savage
      Jermaine Jenas
      Martin Keown
      Danny Murphy
      James McFadden

      Robbie Savage has been a main part of BT Sport’s Europa League coverage this season
      Carney, Dublin, Jenas, Keown and Murphy are likely to co-commentate primarily on England games as well as other European nations, while Robbie Savage will cover Wales, and James McFadden Scotland games.

      The Beeb will broadcast the opening game of Euro 2020 between Turkey and Italy at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on June 11, as well as England’s tournament opener against Croatia on June 13.
      Wales and Scotland’s opening games will also be shown live on BBC, with Wales taking on Switzerland on June 12, and Scotland facing the Czech Republic on June 14.
      The BBC will live broadcast seventeen group stage games from Euro 2020

      Speaking on their coverage of Euro 2020, Director of BBC Sport Barbara Slater said:
      “After patiently waiting, the first of this summer’s major sporting events is now on the horizon and the BBC is ready to deliver another memorable football tournament, making sure audiences are entertained from start to finish.
      “Three of our home nations are all in action on the BBC during the opening weekend, along with an array of the finest European talent on display throughout the Championship.
      “All coverage will be brought to viewers and listeners by an unrivalled line-up of the best presenters and experts who can offer that unique insight, analysis and entertainment.”

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      Who is Freddie Ljungberg’s wife Natalie Foster, and do pair have children?

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      FREDDIE LJUNGBERG is an Arsenal legend – and even took charge of the club as interim boss in 2019.The former Sweden international was promoted from assistant at the Gunners following the sacking of Unai Emery.
      Freddie Ljungberg has been named as the new Arsenal interim manager, replacing sacked Unai Emery on a temporary basisCredit: Getty – Contributor
      The ex-winger spent nine years as a player at the North London outfit before going onto manage in their youth ranks.Who is Freddie Ljungberg’s wife Natalie Foster?
      Natalie Ljungberg née Foster is 11 years younger than her husband Freddie – putting her at 33 years old.
      She is the daughter of business tycoon Daryl Foster, who is a former CEO of Addison Lee – the private taxi firm.
      Yet, Natalie will have to choose between her loyalties if she wants Freddie to succeed as Arsenal manager, as she supports their North London rivals Tottenham.
      When did they get married?
      The pair got married on June 7, 2014 at the National History Museum in London.
      They had met in 2007 when Freddie Ljungberg was playing for West Ham.
      A number of former teammates attended the ceremony, including ex-Arsenal and England captain Tony Adams.

      Do they have any children?
      The couple have two children together.
      Freddie Ljungberg posted a image of his wife on Instagram just three months after his wedding, stating baby number two was on the way – turning out to be a boy born on January 12, 2015.
      They also have a elder daughter named Aria-Billie Ljungberg, who he has previously brought onto the Emirates Stadium turf.
      But Freddie and Natalie are relatively private people, keeping their social media accounts either private or posting few updates.
      Freddie and Natalie Ljungberg has two children including daughter Aria-BillieCredit: Getty – Contributor
      What is Ljungberg’s Arsenal playing record?
      He joined the Gunners in 1998, sticking around for nine years as he scooped up two Premier League titles under the tutelage of Arsene Wenger.
      Ljungberg also earned three FA Cup medals as he became as known for his trickery on the right flank as he did for his red hair and Calvin Klein photoshoots.
      The forward netted 72 goals in 325 appearances for the Gunners, before moving to West Ham.
      He later played in the MLS with Seattle Sounders and Chicago Fire before winding down his career with Scottish outfit Celtic, Shimizu S-Pulse in Japan and India’s Mumbai City.
      Ljungberg was also a full Swedish international, earning 75 caps for The Blue and Yellow. More

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      Who is Sweden vs Ukraine referee Daniele Orsato and what controversies has he been involved in?

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      SERIE A referee Daniele Orsato has been call up to Euro 2020 to officiate some of this summer’s biggest games. The Italian official will preside over the final last 16 game between Sweden and Ukraine tonight.
      Orsato was at the centre of controversy after using VAR to reverse a decisionCredit: REUTERS
      Has he officiated at a World Cup or Euros before?
      The Italian made his first World Cup appearance in 2018 but has never been involved with a European Championship before.
      However, Orsato has officiated a series of international friendlies and World Cup qualifying fixtures, including the first leg of the World Cup play-off between Honduras and Australia.
      He’s also been a senior referee in Serie A for the past three years.
      What has he done so far?
      Orsato made his Serie C debut in 2002, moving to the premier Serie A division for the 2006-07 season. He has gone on to make nearly 200 appearances in the division.
      Since 2012, the Italian has been involved in Champions League fixtures.
      Orsato went on to referee last year’s Champions League final between PSG and Bayern Munich before reffing this year’s semi-final second leg between Real Madrid and Chelsea.

      Has he used VAR before?
      Orsato reversed a decision in a Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Juventus after using VAR to view the incident.
      The Italian correctly decided to send off Inter’s Matias Vecino instead of sticking with the yellow card he had already given.
      But in the same game he controversially refused to use VAR after failing to give Miralem Pjanic a card for a high tackle on Rafinha, with the Bosnian already on a yellow.
      The decision would prove crucial as Juve went on to secure a late 3-2 win.
      VAR has been used in Italian’s Serie A since the start of the 2017/18 season. Orsato is a regular official in the series.
      Which Euro 2020 games has he refereed?
      Daniele Orsato made his Euro 2020 bow in England’s 1-0 win over Croatia.
      And following that game he refereed Spain vs Poland, awarding a penalty to the Spaniards after a VAR review. More

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      Who do England play next in Euro 2020 quarter-final if they beat Germany?

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      ENGLAND face a massive Euro 2020 last 16 clash with Germany tonight.And should they win, they know they will have a fantastic chance of going all the way, with the draw really opening up.
      England have a favourable draw if they can get past GermanyCredit: Alamy
      Here’s all you need to know about the Three Lions’ path to the final.
      Who can England play in the Euro 2020 quarter-final?
      If England beat Germany, they will play Sweden or Ukraine in the Euro 2020 quarter-final in Rome.
      The Three Lions will fancy their chances against both teams and just three years ago beat the Swedes comfortably in the World Cup quarter-final.
      Ukraine, meanwhile, limped through to the last 16 as the lowest ranked third placed team after losing to Netherlands and Austria in Group C.
      However, in an unprecedented situation at a major tournament, England will have NO fans supporting them if they get to Rome after the Italian government introduced quarantine measures.

      Who could England play in the semi-final?
      If England reach the semi-final, they could face a reunion with the Czech Republic, who stunned Holland 2-0 in Budapest.
      England secured top spot in Group D with Raheem Sterling scoring the only goal against the Czechs in their final group game at Wembley.
      Alternatively, England could take on Denmark in an emotional semi-final.
      The Danes, who are looking to shock the world and win the tournament for Christian Eriksen, crushed Wales 4-0 in Amsterdam and now face the Czechs in Baku.

      Who could England play in the final?
      If England beat Germany, they will not play another of the tournament favourites until the final.
      And there, one of the big-hitters is almost certain to be waiting.
      Belgium take on Italy in the first quarter-final after the Belgians ended Portugal’s reign as European champions while the Italians beat Austria in extra time.
      The other quarter-final will see Switzerland – who knocked out world champs France – take on Spain.
      Where will England play for the rest of the tournament?
      A trip to Rome if they beat Germany will be England’s only game abroad.
      Both the semi-finals and final of Euro 2020 will be held at Wembley. More

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      Who is England vs Germany referee Danny Makkelie, and how many major tournaments has Dutchman refereed at?

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      OFFICIAL Danny Makkelie has been selected as the referee for the England vs Germany game at Euro 2020.The Dutchman was in the middle for the first Euros match at the Stadio Olimpico between Italy and Turkey, which saw Roberto Mancini’s side win 3-0.
      Makkelie has been selected as a VAR assistant for the World CupCredit: AFP – Getty
      He was also the ref for Finland’s defeat to Russia in the group stages.Has he officiated at the Euros before?
      A former police inspector, Makkelie will accept no messing about in the Wembley clash.
      He was first listed as a FIFA referee in 2011 and at 38 years old, still has plenty of seasons under his belt.
      Before this tournament, Makkelie was the referee for the 2020 Europa League final between Sevilla and Inter Milan, but this is his first major international tournament in the middle.
      What else has he done so far?
      Makkelie made his Eredivise debut in 2009 and has gone on to make over 180 appearances across nine seasons.
      He took charge of five Champions League fixtures in 2019, including the quarter-final first leg when Barcelona beat AS Roma 4-1.
      The Dutchman was blasted by the Italians’ boss Eusebio di Francesco for denying them a penalty in that game, but it proved irrelevant as Roma heroically won the second leg 3-0 to progress on away goals.
      Makkelie has also been involved in the Europe League, officiating 11 matches from 2012 to 2017.

      Has he used VAR before?
      The Dutchman has been involved in two major controversies with the VAR system.
      Makkelie became the first referee to send-off a player using the technology after he changed his yellow-card decision to a sending off against Willem II’s Anouar Kalu in a KNVB Cup game in 2016.
      He was also involved in one of the most famous and controversial usages of VAR when he took charge of the Dutch Super Cup final between Feyenoord and Vitesse.
      During that match, Feyenoord saw a goal disallowed and a penalty awarded to Vitesse instead after a VAR review showed Makkelie should have given the spot kick before the goal was scored. More

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      Why are Harry Kane and Manuel Neuer wearing rainbow captain’s armbands in England vs Germany Euro 2020 clash?

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      ENGLAND are taking on Germany in a huge Euro 2020 last 16 clash today.But ahead of hostilities commencing on the pitch, Harry Kane and Manuel Neuer will be joining forces to wear rainbow captain’s armbands.
      England have announced that Harry Kane will wear a rainbow captain’s armband tonightCredit: Instagram
      Manuel Neuer has been wearing a similar armband throughout JuneCredit: AP

      Why are Harry Kane and Manuel Neuer wearing rainbow armbands?
      Kane and Neuer are wearing rainbow armbands to celebrate Pride Month, which comes to an end on Wednesday.
      Neuer has worn the armband throughout June to support the LGBT community.
      And the England account tweeted: “@HKane will join @DFB_Team’s Manuel Neuer in wearing a rainbow captain’s armband for tomorrow’s game at @wembleystadium to mark the end of Pride month, as the #ThreeLions stand in allyship with LGBTQ+ communities around the world.”
      While England have been taking the knee against racism at Euro 2020, the players have not yet made a gesture celebrating Pride month, which happens every June.

      Leon Goretzka celebrating his equaliser for Germany against HungaryCredit: Getty

      Germany however, along with some other participating teams, have been very active in support of the LGBT movement.
      Before their match against Hungary, the Mayor of Munich had a request to light up the Allianz Arena in rainbow colours turned down by Uefa.
      This was due to “politicisation” of football, with the gesture intended to protest a new law proposed by the Hungarian government designed to ban the promotion of homosexuality to under-18s.
      However, large numbers of Germany fans brought rainbow flags to the game in protest at Uefa’s decision.
      And midfielder Leon Goretzka made his view on the issue clear when he celebrated his equalising goal by forming a heart shape with his hands in front of the Hungarian supporters.
      Holland captain Georginio Wijnaldum also wore a pro-LGBT armband with the words ‘One Love’ during his country’s defeat to the Czech Republic in Budapest. More