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      Euro 2020 last-16 TV fixtures: BBC and ITV games revealed for England vs Germany and Portugal vs Belgium

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      AFTER the drama of the group stages, Euro 2020 is now reaching the business end of the competition.There’s no room for mistakes as we enter the knockout stages, with sixteen teams still left standing from the original 24.

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      England fans will be hoping to go wild again as the Three Lions face GermanyCredit: Reuters
      Every match of the tournament is being shown on free-to-air TV in the UK and channel information has been released for the last-16.
      Euro 2020 last-16 TV info
      There’s eight plum ties to look forward to in the coming days, with England and Wales both making it through from the Home Nations.
      The Three Lions will take on Germany at Wembley in a huge clash on Tuesday, July 3 while Wales face Denmark in Amsterdam.

      Here’s how the last-16 is looking along with the relevant TV channels:
      Saturday, June 26

      Wales v Denmark – BBC One/BBC iPlayer, 5pm
      Italy v Austria – BBC One/BBC iPlayer, 8pm

      Sunday, June 27

      Netherlands v Czech Republic – ITV1/ITV Hub, 5pm
      Belgium v Portugal – ITV1/ITV Hub, 8pm

      Monday, June 28

      Spain v Croatia – ITV1/ITV Hub, 5pm
      France v Switzerland – ITV1/ITV Hub, 8pm

      Tuesday, June 29

      England v Germany – BBC One/BBC iPlayer, 5pm
      Ukraine v Sweden – BBC One/BBC iPlayer, 8pm

      Who will England play if they beat Germany?
      The Three Lions route to the final is now decided – but first they must see off Joachim Low’s Germany at Wembley.
      If they do beat Die Mannschaft, Gareth Southgate’s side will face the winners of Sweden vs Ukraine.
      They will then meet one of either Wales, Italy, Austria or Denmark in the semi-finals. More

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      Gervonta Davis vs Mario Barrios: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for big super-lightweight fight

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      GERVONTA DAVIS is back in action this weekend against the hard-hitting super-lightweight Mario Barrios. ‘Tank’, as the Mayweather Promotions man is known, hasn’t been in the ring since he brutally knocked out Leo Santa Cruz in six rounds last October.
      Gervonta Davis is unbeaten as a professional across two weight divisionsCredit: AP
      Barrios also fought that night, beating Ryan Karl in the same amount of rounds.
      And now the pair will clash for Barrios WBA ‘Regular’ title at 140lbs in what will be Davis’ first fight in the division.
      When is Davis vs Barrios?

      Davis’ huge clash with Barrios will take place on this Saturday, June 26.
      The bout will get underway in the early hours of Sunday, June 27 for UK fans.
      Expect ring-walks to take place at around 4am.
      Davis vs Barrios will be held at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      It’s good news for fans looking to stay up late and watch in the UK as the fight will be available to watch on Fite TV.
      Davis vs Barrios will set you back £9.99, however.
      You can live stream the event from the Fite TV app, which is available for download onto your mobile device, tablet or Smart TV.

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      What have they said?
      “I’m excited to be in this position to be able to give the fans what they want to see, which is an exciting fight,” Davis said.
      “Atlanta showed me love the last time I came, so why not come back?
      “This is one of my toughest fights on paper. I’ll be ready, and hopefully, he’ll be ready, and we’ll give the fans what they want to see.”
      Barrios said: “This is all brand new, but I’m taking it all in and excited to be in Atlanta. I’m just excited to go out there on Saturday and give everybody a great fight.
      “No doubt about it, Tank is by far the toughest test for another title defense, and I’m going to do whatever it takes to be successful on Saturday. There’s going to be fireworks on Saturday.” More

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      Euro 2020 last 16 fixtures and dates CONFIRMED: England play Germany, Wales vs Denmark in Amsterdam, Belgium vs Portugal

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      THE Euro 2020 group stage is OVER and we now know the confirmed eight ties in the last 16.England have followed Wales into the last 16 without even playing after results in Group B and C went their way.
      Netherlands became the first team to be confirmed as group winners at Euro 2020Credit: AP
      England will be at Wembley for a tough last 16 game against GermanyCredit: EPA
      But the draw was complicated by the introduction of spots in the knockout stages for the four best third placed teams.
      Euro 2020 last 16 fixtures
      Saturday, June 26
      Wales vs Denmark (5pm) – Amsterdam
      Italy vs Austria (8pm) – Wembley
      Sunday, June 27
      Netherlands vs Czech Republic (5pm) – Budapest
      Belgium vs Portugal (8pm) – Seville
      Monday, June 28
      Croatia vs Spain – Copenhagen
      France vs Switzerland (8pm) – Bucharest
      Tuesday, June 29
      England vs Germany (5pm) – Wembley
      Sweden vs Ukraine (8pm) – Hampden Park More

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      England vs Germany – Euro 2020 last-16 date: Where will match be held and what time is kick-off?

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      ENGLAND will face old rivals Germany next up in a mouth-watering Last 16 clash at Wembley.The Three Lions saw off Czech Republic to top Group D thanks to a rare header from Raheem Sterling while Germany drew 2-2 with Hungary.
      It’s Germany up next for EnglandCredit: Getty
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      Who will England play in the last 16 after beating Czech Republic?
      With victory, Gareth Southgate’s side leapfrog the Czechs who were leading Group D on goal difference.
      As group winners, England WILL play in London against the second-placed team from Group F – which is Germany.
      When and where will this match take place?

      England vs Germany
      Tuesday, June 29 at 5pm
      Wembley Stadium, London

      Euro 2020 last 16 fixtures
      Saturday, June 26
      Wales vs Denmark (5pm) – Amsterdam
      Italy vs Austria (8pm) – Wembley
      Sunday, June 27
      Netherlands vs Czech Republic (5pm) – Budapest
      Belgium vs Portugal (8pm) – Seville
      Monday, June 28
      Croatia vs Spain – Copenhagen (5pm)
      France vs Switzerland (8pm) – Bucharest
      Tuesday, June 29
      England vs Germany (5pm) – Wembley
      Sweden vs Ukraine (8pm) – Hampden Park More

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      Which teams are out of Euro 2020? Hungary, Poland, Scotland, Finland, Turkey, North Macedonia, Russia on plane home

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      EURO 2020 is in full swing and teams have had a greater opportunity than ever before to progress to the knockout stages.With 24 teams competing, 16 have escaped the group and live to fight another day.
      North Macedonia were beaten by Austria and UkraineCredit: Getty
      But that meant eight unfortunate sides will be going home early.
      Which teams are out of Euro 2020?
      Three teams are out of Euro 2020. They are as follows:

      North Macedonia were knocked out after two group games, with head-to-head rules making it impossible for them to finish third or above after their defeats to Austria and Ukraine.
      Turkey departed the tournament after a 3-1 defeat to Switzerland saw a wretched campaign end without a single point.
      Russia exited after coming bottom of their group with losses to Denmark and Belgium.
      And Scotland are OUT after losing 3-1 at home to Croatia and heartbroken Hungary finished last of the ‘Group Of Death’ Group F.

      Does third place in the group go through to the last 16?
      Third place DOES go through to the last 16, and Portugal even won Euro 2016 after finishing down in third.
      However, this only applies to the four best third placed teams from the six groups
      Northern Ireland were the lowest ranked third placed team to qualify at the last Euros.
      They finished on three points with two goals scored and conceded and a goal difference of zero.
      North Macedonia stars give Goran Pandev guard of honour as 37-year-old subbed off in last ever international game More

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      Euro 2020 3rd place table CONFIRMED: Which third-placed nations will qualify and who’s going out?

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      EURO 2020 is hotting up with the group stage reaching its conclusion.And the four teams who finished the best third-place spot to go through to the Last 16 have now been confirmed.
      Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal were through as a third-placed teamCredit: Reuters
      At this tournament, the four best third placed teams will qualify for the last 16, along with all first and second placed nations.
      Euro 2020 third place table
      The third place slots at Euro 2020 have been confirmed.

      Portugal (Q)
      Czech Republic (Q)
      Switzerland (Q)
      Ukraine (Q)
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      Finland
      Slovakia

      Portugal, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Ukraine ALL go through as the best fourth-placed teams.

      Have England qualified for the Euro 2020 last 16?
      Yes, Southgate’s men were already through after results in Group B on Monday night.
      The Three Lions beat Czech Republic on Tuesday night to secure top spot in Group D.
      As such, they will now face Germany – who finished second in Group F. More

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      How many penalties have been awarded so far at Euro 2020?

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      EURO 2020 has arrived and fans will be dreaming of their countries securing the coveted trophy.Meanwhile managers will be hoping for disciplined performances from their sides.
      Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg missed the first penalty of Euro 2020 for DenmarkCredit: AP
      And with VAR in play, defenders will have to be extra careful to avoid conceding any penalties.
      How many penalties have there been at Euro 2020?
      There have been 14 penalties awarded at Euro 2020 so far.
      The penalties awarded in the tournament are as follows:

      Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (missed) – DENMARK vs Finland
      Cristiano Ronaldo (scored) – PORTUGAL vs Hungary
      Gareth Bale (missed) – WALES vs Turkey
      Ezgjan Alioski (missed) – NORTH MACEDONIA vs Ukraine
      Ruslan Malinovskiy (missed) – UKRAINE vs North Macedonia
      Memphis Depay (scored) – HOLLAND vs Austria
      Emil Forsberg (scored) – SWEDEN vs Slovakia
      Patrik Schick (scored) – CZECH REPUBLIC vs Croatia
      Gerard Moreno (missed) – SPAIN vs Poland
      Artem Dyzuba (scored) – RUSSIA vs Denmark
      Alvaro Morata (missed) – SPAIN vs Slovakia
      Cristiano Ronaldo (scored) – PORTUGAL vs France
      Karim Benzema (scored) – FRANCE vs Portugal
      Cristiano Ronaldo (scored) – PORTUGAL vs France

      How many penalties were awarded at World Cup 2018?
      World Cup 2018 was the first tournament to use VAR.
      And the result of that was that more penalties were awarded than ever before.
      29 penalties were awarded with 22 scored and seven missed or saved.
      All of those numbers were records. More

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      England vs Germany tickets: How can I buy them for Last 16 and how many fans will be at Wembley?

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      ENGLAND have made it through to the Euro 2020 knockout stages and they’ll be staying at Wembley to face Germany next.A 1-0 win over the Czech Republic ensured the Three Lions finished top of Group D.
      England are back at Wembley for the Euro 2020 last 16Credit: AP
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      How many fans will be allowed at Wembley for England’s last 16 game?
      England had been playing matches in front of 22,500 fans in the group stage – a 25 per cent capacity.
      However, this will be upped to 45,000 fans – 50 per cent – in the last 16.
      And the UK government has confirmed to Uefa that the semi-final and final will be played in front of at least 60,000 fans – a 75 per cent capacity.

      How can I get tickets for the England last 16 game?
      Tickets are sold on the Uefa ticketing portal and are priced at 185 euros, 125 euros and 50 euros.
      England Supporters Club members will be allocated tickets separately, but it is not yet known whether their allocation will be increased from the group stage figure of 3700.

      Where will England play their next games if they win?
      England will travel to Rome for the quarter-final should they get through the last 16.
      Both semi-finals and the final will then be played at Wembley, should England get there. More