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      Euro 2020 Group A LIVE TABLE AND STANDINGS: Wales face Italy for top spot but must beware of Switzerland

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      WALES are on the verge of qualification and can go to Italy in relaxed mood following a 2-0 win over Turkey.Goals from Aaron Ramsey and Connor Roberts secured the victory for the Welsh in Baku, meaning a win against the Italians will see them top the group.
      Gareth Bale has helped Wales to the verge of the last 16Credit: Getty
      But they must be careful as there is still a small chance they could fall out of the qualification spots if they lose to Italy.
      That would require Switzerland to beat Turkey with a five-goal swing and results in other groups to go drastically against the Dragons.
      Group A live table

      How many teams qualify from Euro 2020 Group A?
      A minimum of two teams will qualify from Euro 2020 Group A.
      The best four third placed teams will also progress to the knockout stages.

      Group A fixtures and results
      Friday, June 11
      Turkey 0 Italy 3
      Saturday, June 12
      Wales 1 Switzerland 1
      Wednesday, June 16
      Turkey 0 Wales 2
      Italy 3 Switzerland 0
      Sunday, June 20
      Italy vs Wales (5pm) – Rome
      Switzerland vs Turkey (5pm) – Baku More

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      Three Lions lyrics – when did The Lightning Seeds, Baddiel and Skinner release iconic England anthem?

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      ENGLAND are going for European Championship glory once again at Euro 2020 – and next up, it’s Scotland.The country is going football mad and once again terrace anthem Three Lions is blasting out of fan’s windows across the country. Here’s the lyrics if you need reminding…
      David Baddiel and Frank Skinner helped write the hit songCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      What are the Three Lions song lyrics?
      [Spoken]I think it’s bad news for the English game”We’re not creative enough, and we’re not positive enough”
      It’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s comingFootball’s coming home
      [Spoken]”We’ll go on getting bad results, getting bad results, getting bad results, getting bad results”

      It’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s comingFootball’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s comingFootball’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s comingFootball’s coming home

      Everyone seems to know the scoreThey’ve seen it all before,
      They just knowThey’re so sureThat England’s gonna throw it away,
      Gonna blow it awayBut I know they can play’Cos I remember…

      Three Lions on a shirtJules Rimet still gleamingThirty years of hurtNever stopped me dreaming

      So many jokes, so many sneersBut all those oh-so-nearsWear you downThrough the years,
      But I still see thatTackle by MooreAnd when Lineker scoredBobby belting the ballAnd Nobby dancing!

      Three Lions on a shirtJules Rimet still gleamingThirty years of hurtNever stopped me dreaming.

      Commentary -England have done it, in the last minute of extra time.
      What a save, Gordon BanksGood old England, England who couldn’t play footballEngland have got it in the bag.

      I know that was thenBut it could be again

      It’s coming homeIt’s comingFootball’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s comingFootball’s coming home

      Commentary -England have done it

      It’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s comingFootball’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s coming homeIt’s comingFootball’s coming home
      (It’s coming home)Three lions on a shirt (It’s coming home)(It’s coming)Jules Rimet still gleaming (Football’s coming home)(It’s coming home)Thirty years of hurt (It’s coming home)(It’s coming)Never stopped me dreaming (Football’s coming home)(It’s coming home)Three lions on a shirt (It’s coming home)(It’s coming)Jules Rimet still gleaming (Football’s coming home)(It’s coming home)Thirty years of hurt (It’s coming home)(It’s coming)Never stopped me dreaming (Football’s coming home)(It’s coming home)Three lions on a shirt (It’s coming home)(It’s coming)Jules Rimet still gleaming (Football’s coming home)(It’s coming home)Thirty years of hurt (It’s coming home)(It’s coming)Never stopped me dreaming (Football’s coming home)
      Why do England fans sing Three Lions?
      Three Lions was a song released in 1996 by English band The Lightning Seeds to mark England’s participation in that year’s European Championships, held in England.
      The music was written by the Lightning Seeds’ Ian Broudie, along with comedians David Baddiel and Frank Skinner – presenters of the hit football-themed comedy show Fantasy Football League.
      This song is one of only three songs to top the British charts twice with different lyrics, the others being “Mambo No. 5” (in versions by Lou Bega and Bob the Builder) and “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” (by Band Aid and Band Aid 30).
      It was rereleased in 1998 with updated words.
      It regularly reappears in the UK singles chart around major football tournaments involving the England team.
      ‘Three Lions’ will be sung in pubs up and down the country when Harry Kane takes to the fieldCredit: Rex Features
      Why are there three lions on England’s shirts?
      England wear three lions on their shirts – as they have done ever since the first international against Scotland in 1872 – because it is the logo of the FA.
      However where that logo comes from is a much longer and interesting story.
      The lions have a history going back to the 12th century, when a standard with three gold lions on a red field was carried into battle to inspire the troops.
      The first one came from Henry I – known as the lion of England – who had a lion on his standard on taking power in 1100.
      Shortly afterwards he married Adeliza, whose father also had a lion on his shield, and to commemorate the event he added a second lion to his standard.
      In 1154, two lions became three when Henry II married Eleanor of Aquitaine, who also had a lion on her family crest.

      Richard the Lionheart later used three golden lions on a scarlet background as a symbol of the English throne and, after that, it appeared on the Royal Arms of every succeeding monarch.
      So when the FA was formed in 1863, it seemed natural enough to base their logo on this stirring royal shield.
      Since then, the design has only been changed once, in 1949 – when the crown that was on top of the lions was removed to differentiate the badge from that of the English cricket team. More

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      What is the Auld enemy and why is the nickname used for England vs Scotland?

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      IT’S THE oldest international fixture in the world, giving the rivalry between the two nations the nickname of the ‘Auld Enemy’. England vs Scotland was first played almost 150 YEARS ago in at Hamilton Crescent in Glasgow in 1872, and was played every year after until 1989 except during World War One and Two.
      England and Scotland in action at Wembley in 2016Credit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      Scotland were the home side that day, although the action on the pitch was not exactly memorable.
      The game finished 0-0 but it began what has become the oldest international fixture in world football, and perhaps the fiercest.
      The close proximity of the two nations has fuelled the rivalry over the years, as well as Scottish national pride and the want to beat England above all else.
      And the term ‘auld enemy’ has become synonymous with the fixture.
      The word ‘auld’ literally means ‘old’ in Scottish dialect and is used regularly in Scotland.
      Auld Lang Syne is a famous Scottish song – meaning ‘old long since’ – and Edinburgh has the nickname ‘Auld Reekie’ which means ‘old smoky’.
      The Auld Kirk is another name for the Church of Scotland… but also the country’s world famous export: whisky.
      The rivalry also extends to rugby, with England vs Scotland being the oldest international rugby fixture in the world
      The importance of the fixture has been highlighted in the past few days as up to 20,000 Scotland fans have descended on London for tonight’s Euro 2020 fixture between the two sides at Wembley.
      The Tartan Army have been allocated less than 3,000 tickets for inside Wembley, but thousands more have made the journey south to watch the game in pubs and bars across the capital.
      Tonight’s game has shades of the Euro 96 clash between the sides, remembered mostly for Paul Gascgoine’s iconic goal in the 3-1 England win at Wembley that day.
      Scotland fans will never forget beating England at Wembley in 1967, the first defeat for the then world champions in a 3-2 victory with goals from Denis Law, Bobby Lennox and Jim McCalliog.
      Denis Law scored for Scotland in a 3-2 win against world champions England in 1967Credit: PA:Empics Sport
      Scotland fans arriving at King’s Cross
      Who has won more games?
      Over the years it’s England that have had the better of the results, adding to Scottish desperation to get one over the Auld Enemy.
      In 114 meetings between the two countries England have won 48 of them, with 41 draws and 25 Scotland wins.
      Harry Kane celebrates scoring late on against Scotland at Hampden Park

      Who won the last time they played?
      The two sides last faced off four years ago at Hampden Park in a 2018 World Cup qualifier, with the game ending in dramatic fashion.
      England took the lead after 70 minutes through Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, but were pegged back by a quickfire Leigh Griffiths brace in the 87th and 90th minute.
      The Tartan Army had thought they had won it until Harry Kane’s 93rd minute equaliser broke Scottish hearts, and extended England’s now 22-year unbeaten run against the Auld Enemy.
      The two sides couldn’t be separated the last time they played
      Leigh Griffiths reacts to England’s late equaliser in 2017 More

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      Argentina vs Uruguay: Live stream FREE, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Copa America clash TONIGHT

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      ARGENTINA are up against Uruguay in their next Copa America clash following their draw with Chile last week.Lionel Messi scored a sumptuous free-kick in his side’s clash with Chile and he’ll be hoping to produce some similar magic when he faces off against old Barcelona team-mate Luis Suarez.

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      Lionel Messi scored a brilliant free-kick in his side’s draw with ChileCredit: Reuters
      What time does Argentina vs Uruguay kick-off?

      Argentina’s clash with Uruguay will kick-off at 1am UK time in the early hours of Saturday, June 19.
      The clash will take place at the Garrincha Stadium in Brasilia.
      There will be limited capacity in the stadium because of coronavirus restrictions.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Argentina vs Uruguay will be shown live on BBC iPlayer.
      You can live stream the action from the iPlayer app, which is available for download onto your mobile device, tablet or Smart TV.

      Can I watch for FREE?

      Yes, the game is available for FREE on BBC One, so long as you have a TV licence.
      You can also catch the action on the BBC iPlayer.

      Team news
      Messi will start again for Argentina while his new Barcelona team-mate will be hopeful of nabbing a start too.
      Giovani Lo Celso could yet again come into the midfield alongside Leandro Paredes.
      For Uruguay, Luis Suarez will take his place up top while Atletico Madrid team-mate Jose Gimenez will start in defence.
      Diego Godin should also start at the back.
      Odds

      Argentina – 21/20
      Draw – 9/4
      Uruguay – 13/5

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

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      Euro 2020 Group F LIVE TABLE AND STANDINGS: Portugal top ahead of Germany clash as France visit Hungary

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      THE group of death is hotting up after the completion of the first round of games.France left Germany in a spot of bother after picking up a 1-0 win in Munich that, if anything, flattered the Germans.
      Cristiano Ronaldo netted a double as Portugal beat HungaryCredit: EPA
      Portugal meanwhile got the scoreline they wanted as they came out of the cauldron of a 100 per cent full Puskas Arena with a 3-0 win against Hungary, despite being far from their best.
      Next up the Portuguese head to Munich while the French face the Hungarians and their passionate supporters in Budapest.
      Group F live table

      How many teams qualify from Euro 2020 Group F?
      A minimum of two teams will qualify from Euro 2020 Group F.
      The best four third placed teams will also progress to the knockout stages.

      Group F fixtures
      Tuesday, June 15
      Hungary 0 Portugal 3
      France 1 Germany 0
      Saturday, June 19
      Hungary vs France (2pm) – Budapest
      Portugal vs Germany (5pm) – Munich
      Wednesday, June 23
      Portugal vs France (8pm) – Budapest
      Germany vs Hungary (8pm) – Munich More

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      Why is Zlatan Ibrahimovic not playing for Sweden in Euro 2020?

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      ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC has been one of the most talented and recognisable footballers of the past two decades.But at Euro 2020, for the second tournament running, he’ll play no part for his native Sweden.
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic will play no part for Sweden at Euro 2020Credit: Getty
      Why isn’t Zlatan Ibrahimovic playing for Sweden at Euro 2020?
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic, missed out on World Cup 2018 after retiring from international football five years ago.
      However, his retirement is NOT the reason he is unable to appear for Sweden at Euro 2020.
      Ibrahimovic came out of international retirement in March and appeared in Sweden’s last two World Cup qualifiers.
      However, his hopes of an international swansong at the age of 39 were curtailed by a cruciate ligament injury in May.
      Though the ligament is not broken, Ibrahimovic will still be unable to return in time for the big tournament in which Sweden face Spain, Poland and Slovakia.
      Sweden coach Janne Andersson said: “I spoke to Zlatan Ibrahimovic today, who unfortunately told me his injury will prevent his participation in the European Championship this summer.
      “Of course it is sad, especially for Zlatan, but for us too. I hope that he is back on the pitch again as soon as possible.”

      Has Zlatan Ibrahimovic played his last game for Sweden?
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic has not made any announcement on his international future following his injury.
      However, he may be encouraged to continue with the World Cup in Qatar just 18 months away.
      That would give him the incredible opportunity to play his part on the world’s biggest stage at the age of 41.
      But he would still not be the oldest player ever to appear at a World Cup, with that accolade going to Egypt goalkeeper Essam El-Hadary.
      He started against Saudi Arabia at World Cup 2018 at the age of 45. More

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      Euro 2020 Group D LIVE TABLE AND STANDINGS: Czech Republic lead group after one game as England face Scotland

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      ENGLAND take on Scotland as they look to book their place in the Euro 2020 last 16.The Three Lions were 1-0 winners over Croatia in their opening game as they got off to the perfect start.
      England were 1-0 winners over Croatia in their opening gameCredit: AP
      But they still sit just second in the group at present, after the Czech Republic beat Scotland 2-0 at Hampden Park.
      The Czechs remain in Glasgow today as they take on Croatia knowing they can book a last 16 spot.
      Group D live table

      How many teams qualify from Euro 2020 Group D?
      A minimum of two teams will qualify from Euro 2020 Group D.
      The best four third placed teams will also progress to the knockout stages.

      Group D fixtures and results
      Sunday, June 13
      England 1 Croatia 0
      Monday, June 14
      Scotland 0 Czech Republic 2
      Friday, June 18
      Croatia vs Czech Republic (5pm) – Hampden Park
      England vs Scotland (8pm) – Wembley
      Tuesday, June 22
      Croatia vs Scotland (8pm) – Hampden Park
      Czech Republic vs England (8pm) – Wembley More

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      Who is England vs Scotland referee Mateu Lahoz and how many tournaments has he officiated at?

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      ENGLAND and Scotland will be in the capable hands of referee Mateu Lahoz for their Battle of Britain clash at Wembley.The experienced official took charge of the Champions League final in May so will be well drilled ahead of the Euros.
      Mateu Lahoz brushing away Man City players’ complaints in the Champions League finalCredit: Reuters
      Who is Antonio Mateu Lahoz?
      One of the games most eccentric and entertaining refs, Lahoz often rocks up to stadiums wearing rock-star sunglasses and a beaming grin.
      Active since 1999, the Spaniard became Fifa-listed in 2011 and took charge of the World Cup 2014 qualifying games.
      He’s a regular fixture in La Liga and has been accused in the past of favouring Real Madrid by some fans.
      Lahoz has been a referee since 1999Credit: Getty – Contributor
      Lahoz is also famous for handing out yellow cards for the slightest of confrontations while ignoring potentially dangerous challenges.
      A bizarre showing in Italy’s World Cup qualifier defeat to Sweden saw him blasted on the internet, with one viewer ranting: “The referee in the game is far too bothered about being the centre of attention.”
      Giving an insight into his style, Lahoz revealed: “For me, reading what is being said in the media in the lead up to a game is fundamental.
      “I want to know how every player comes into the game, if there is pressure, if they have been accused of diving, how many bookings they have. I spend hours reading, watching videos and making notes on my next game.”Has he officiated at the European Championship before?
      Mateu Lahoz made his European Championship debut by taking charge of Belgium’s 3-0 win over Russia in St Petersburg. More