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      England vs Scotland FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for huge Euro 2020 match

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      IT’S the one we’ve all been waiting for as England take on Scotland in football’s oldest international fixture.The Three Lions comfortably qualified for Euro 2020 and will be looking to justify their favourites tag for this one as the Tartan Army head to Wembley.

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      England are among the favourites for Euro 2020Credit: Andy Hooper-The Daily Mail
      Scotland have proved difficult to beat in recent monthsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      But the Scots have proved a tougher test for opponents in recent months and stunned Serbia in Belgrade to make it through the play-off.
      England’s best performance at the Euros came in 1996 with their heartbreaking semi-final penalty defeat to Germany, while Scotland have never made it past the group stage.
      What time does England vs Scotland kick off?

      England take on Scotland on Friday, June 18.
      The match kicks off at 8pm UK time.
      It takes place at Wembley Stadium.
      Last time the two sides met it finished 2-2 in World Cup qualifying at Hampden Park in 2017. Harry Kane netted a last minute equaliser after Leigh Griffiths thought he had won it with two stunning free kicks.

      What TV channel is England vs Scotland on and can I live stream it?

      England vs Scotland is live on ITV1.
      To stream the game live, head to the ITV Hub.

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      Team news
      Harry Maguire has declared himself FIT for the Three Lions’ clash with Scotland but it remains to be seen whether Gareth Southgate will give him a part to play immediately.
      If not, John Stones will continue in the heart of defence alongside Tyrone Mings.
      Southgate will also make a decision on who to start at left-back with both Ben Chilwell and Luke Shaw having missed out last time out.
      For Scotland, Kieran Tierney could return after missing the Czech Republic loss.
      Che Adams could also start for Steve Clarke’s side. More

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      Croatia vs Czech Republic FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Euro 2020 match

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      WORLD CUP finalists Croatia are back in action as they take on the Czech Republic.The Croats have qualified for every Euros since 2004 and Luka Modric and co will be looking to make a mark on this competition.
      Luka Modric and co made it all the way to the World Cup final in 2018Credit: Reuters
      Czech Republic have caused problems for the likes of England and Belgium recentlyCredit: Reuters
      But they face a tough test against a Czech Republic side who comfortably beat Wales in their opening game.
      England beat Croatia 1-0 in their first encounter and take on Scotland later in the evening.
      What time does Croatia vs Czech Republic kick off?

      Croatia take on Czech Republic on Friday, June 18.
      The match kicks off at 5pm UK time – 6pm in Croatia and the Czech Republic.
      It will be played at Hampden Park, Glasgow.
      The teams last met in a bizarre Euro 2016 game in France. Croatia were 2-0 up before their own fans disrupted the game by throwing flares on the pitch, allowing Czech Republic to earn a 2-2 draw with a stoppage time penalty.

      What TV channel is Croatia vs Czech Republic on and can I live stream it?

      Croatia vs Czech Republic is live on BBC One.
      To stream the game live, head to the BBC iPlayer.
      HRT and Sport Klub are the Euro 2020 broadcasters in Croatia while CT has the Czech rights.

      Can I watch Croatia vs Czech Republic for free?

      Team news
      Dejan Lovren should return for Croatia after missing the England loss with a knee injury.
      Luka Modric is also likely to be available after training alone throughout the week due to a niggle.
      Patrik Schick will continue his run in the side for the Czechs after his brilliant brace against Scotland last week. More

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      Sweden vs Slovakia FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Euro 2020 match

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      ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC may not be present for the Swedes at Euro 2020, but they’ll be hoping to remain unbeaten without him in their side this summer as they take on Slovakia next. Sweden drew 0-0 with Spain in their first Euro 2020 clash earlier this week while Slovakia beat Poland 2-1.
      Slovakia are looking to make a splash at this year’s tournamentCredit: AFP
      What time does Sweden vs Slovakia kick off?

      Sweden take on Slovakia on Friday, June 18.
      The match kicks off at 2pm UK time – 3pm in Sweden and Slovakia.
      The two sides last met in a competitive fixture in 2001, when two goals from Marcus Allback secured the Swedes a 2-0 World Cup qualifying win in Stockholm.

      What TV channel is Sweden vs Slovakia on and can I live stream it?

      Sweden vs Slovakia is live on BBC One.
      To stream the game live, head to the BBC iPlayer.
      SVT and TV4 are sharing the Swedish Euro 2020 TV rights while RTVS is the Slovakian broadcaster.

      Can I watch Sweden vs Slovakia for free?

      Team news
      Sweden will more than likely have Emil Forsberg in their attack with Viktor Claesson probably to play on the left.
      Dejan Kulusevski should return to the fold for Sweden, as should Mattias Svanberg.
      Marek Hamsik is set to play for the 128th time in his career for Slovakia against Sweden.
      Ivan Schranz could be absent because of a thigh injury, however. More

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      Which teams have qualified for Euro 2020 knockout stages?

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      THE second round of Euro 2020 group fixtures is underway and teams are already booking their places in the last 16.And with some third placed teams able to progress this time around, all is not lost for sides who haven’t been successful in their opening matches.
      Italy are the first team to qualify for the Euro 2020 last 16Credit: Getty
      Here’s all you need to know about the teams that have gone through so far.
      Which teams have qualified for the Euro 2020 last 16?
      The following teams have qualified for the Euro 2020 last 16:

      Italy
      Belgium
      Holland

      The Italians followed up their 3-0 win over Turkey by hammering Switzerland by the same scoreline to make if through to the last 16.
      They now take on Wales in Rome knowing a draw will be enough for them to top Group A.
      And Belgium have joined them after seeing off Denmark 2-1 in Copenhagen, while Holland go through as Group C winners following victory over Austria.

      Have Wales qualified for the Euro 2020 last 16?
      Wales’ brilliant win over Turkey in Baku has put them on the verge of qualification.
      However, even though they would need a mathematical miracle not to go through, they are not quite there yet.
      To not go through, Wales would need to lose to Italy while Switzerland beat Turkey with at least a five-goal swing.
      That would put the Welsh in third position, where they would need to wait for the results from other groups.
      But with the four best third placed teams going through, the Dragons would still be in a strong position on four points.
      In Euro 2016, Northern Ireland were the lowest ranked third placed team to qualify, with three points and a goal difference of zero. More

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      Who can England play in the last 16 at Euro 2020?

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      ENGLAND will be bidding to end a 55-year wait for silverware in this summer’s European Championships.In each group, the top two qualify for the knockout stages but similarly to Euro 2016, four of the six best third-placed teams will also join the list of teams vying for the chance to progress further in the competition.
      Gareth Southgate will be hoping to get England off to a winning start vs CroatiaCredit: AFP
      England will kick-start their campaign in-front of 22,500 fans at Wembley this Sunday as they take on their World Cup semi-final nemesis in Croatia, before a fiery Friday night clash with rivals Scotland.
      The Three Lions will then conclude their set of group games against the Czech Republic on June 22.
      Who could England play in the last-16?
      England have been slashed firm favorites to top their group (group D) and come out with three wins from three.
      However, whoever finishes top of group D, will face either Germany, Hungary, France or current holders Portugal from group F, dubbed the ‘group of death’.

      Essentially winners of group D will play the second placed finishers from group F and if England win their group as the bookies have predicted – they will most likely be matched in a bumper round of 16 tie.
      However, if England finish runners-up in their group, they would be drawn against the second in Group E.
      Group E consists of three-time winners Spain, Sweden, Slovakia and Poland – with the Spaniards tipped favorites to progress as group winners.
      If England finish as one of the third placed-best teams, they would face the winners of Group C, B or E.
      Group C is made up of Netherlands, Ukraine, Austria and North Macedonia, whilst group B features Denmark, Finland, Belgium and Russia.
      Credit: Reuters
      In the last edition of the Euro championships, held in 2016, Slovakia, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and eventual winners Portugal all progressed to the knockout stages as the best third-placed teams.
      On Portugal’s way to triumph, Fernando Santos’ side failed to win a single game in their group, drawing all three.
      If England are to go through as one of the best third-placed teams, they would essentially need to win one and draw one, based on the previous tournament.
      England’s potential opponents in the Round of 16

      Win Group D – June 29 – vs Group F runners-up, 5pm KO (Wembley)
      Finish second – June 28 – vs Group E runners-up, 5pm KO (Parken Stadium, Copenhagen)
      Best third-place – June 29 – vs Group C winners, 5pm KO (Puskás Aréna, Budapest)Or, June 29 – vs Group B winners, 8pm KO (Stadium La Cartuja Sevilla)Or, June 29 – vs Group E winners, 8pm (Hampden Park, Glasgow) More

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      Why is Marko Arnautovic not playing against Holland, and what did he say against North Macedonia at Euro 2020?

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      MARKO ARNAUTOVIC celebrated angrily when he managed to score against North Macedonia in Austria’s opening Euro 2020 group game at the weekend.The former West Ham man scored the third goal in a 3-1 win for Austria after coming on as a substitute late in the game.
      Arnautovic scored the third in a 3-1 win for Austria at Euro 2020Credit: AFP
      Arnautovic celebrated angrily after scoring against North MacedoniaCredit: AFP
      And once the ball hit the back of the net, Arnautovic wheeled away to celebrate in bizarre fashion, angering North Macedonia players.
      UEFA have now suspended Arnautovic for Austria’s clash with Holland.
      What did Marko Arnautovic say in his celebration?
      Austria were already in command of their Euro 2020 clash when Arnautovic scored to make it 3-1.
      The former Stoke striker was quick to celebrate in emphatic fashion, shouting and pointing at North Macedonia players and supporters in the process.
      Austria captain David Alaba had to restrain Arnautovic from saying too much more and grabbed the 32-year-old by the face to tell him to stop.

      The Football Federation of Macedonia have since called for UEFA to investigate what exactly Arnautovic said to North Macedonia’s players.
      It’s been reported in Serbia that that Arnautovic made derogatory remarks during his celebration.
      It’s claimed Arnautovic allegedly said “I’m f*****g your Albanian mother.”
      UEFA have since revealed that they have banned Arnautovic for ‘insulting another player’.
      The FFM claim that insults were directed at Leeds man Ezgjan Alioski, who has Albanian routes.
      “The FFM strongly condemns the nationalistic outburst of Austrian player Marko Arnautovic, after a goal scored in yesterday’s match, addressed to Ezgjan Alioski,” a statement said.
      “At the same time, we inform you that we have submitted an official letter to Uefa demanding the harshest punishment for Arnautovic.”
      “We are always against nationalism, discrimination and all other forms of insults and outbursts that are not in the spirit of football and values that we all stand together.
      “We will always stand up and defend the interests and dignity of Macedonian national players wherever they perform.”
      Arnautovic, meanwhile, has Serbian routes and Serbia have historic tension with North Macedonia.
      Arnautovic came on to score for Austria against North MacedoniaCredit: AFP
      Though UEFA have now decided to suspend him for the Holland game, Arnautovic has apologised for his actions.
      “There were some heated words yesterday in the emotions of the game for which I would like to apologise, especially to my friends from North Macedonia and Albania,” he wrote on Instagram.
      “I would like to say one thing very clearly: I am not a racist.
      “I have friends in almost every country and I stand for diversity. Everyone who knows me is aware of that.”
      Austria take on Holland in their next Euro 2020 clash at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam. More

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      Who is Christian Eriksen’s girlfriend Sabrina Kvist and does the Denmark star have children?

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      CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN is a Danish professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Serie A club Inter Milan and the Danish national team.On June 12, 2021, Eriksen randomly collapsed on the field in a Euro 2021 opener game, to the distress of his wife, fans, and teammates.
      Eriksen and his girlfriend Sabrina Kvist JensenCredit: Instagram
      Who is Sabrina Kvist?
      Born in the town of Tommerup in Denmark, Sabrina currently lives in London with Eriksen.
      A trained hairdresser, she prefers to keep a low profile and isn’t one to hog the public limelight.
      Sabrina originally stayed on the continent to complete her hairdressing education whilst Eriksen earned his stripes with Spurs, before moving to England where she worked for a clothing company.
      The pair bought a house in Hampstead back in 2016, as the former Tottenham midfielder emerged as one of Europe’s leading playmakers.
      But the great Dane admitted that he’d found it hard to adjust to life in London and moved to Inter Milan.
      The Danish couple live in London with their young son
      He said in 2016: “You have to learn how to cope physically and mentally, but I can handle the pressure and the demands because I live seven days a week for my job.
      “That is very tough for my girlfriend. Of course, I would like to go out in the city with her and friends, but it just doesn’t fit in with playing in England.”What happened to Christian Eriksen in the Denmark vs Finland Euro 2021 game?
      Christian Eriksen collapsed in the 43rd minute during Denmark’s Euro 2021 opener with Finland.
      The shocking scenes happened towards the end of the first half of the teams’ opening match.
      It’s unclear what caused Eriksen to randomly collapse.
      His distraught teammates formed a circle around the Inter Milan ace, with some in tears.
      UEFA announced the Group B match has been suspended due to a “medical emergency.”
      The stadium announcer told fans that the game had been suspended due to a medical emergency and to stay in their seats.
      Sabrina Kvist Jensen was seen in tears and being consoled by Danish players after she rushed down to the pitch.
      A UEFA Euro 2020 spokesman has tweeted that Eriksen was rushed to hospital and “has been stabilized”.
      Sabrina consoled by Eriksen’s team-mate Simon KjaerCredit: EPA
      How long has she been with Christian Eriksen?
      One of football’s quieter couples, the pair like to keep their private life behind closed doors.
      Neither are often seen out in the hustle-bustle of London life and instead prefer quieter meals with friends.
      They began dating in 2012 and have now been together almost seven years.

      Do the pair have children?
      Eriksen announced in December 2017 that he and Sabrina were to have their first child.
      He put the news to his 1.5m Instagram followers, posting: ““Mum & Dad to be ❤️ #proud #2018”
      And the Danish star was granted leave from the World Cup squad to travel back for the birth of his first son in June 2018.
      He celebrated the news with a goal upon his return, netting against Mexico in a World Cup warm-up.
      Eriksen was joined by his family at Spurs’ end of season celebrationsCredit: EPA More

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      Holland vs Austria: Live stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for TONIGHT’S big Euro 2020 match

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      HOLLAND are taking on Austria in a huge Euro 2020 match.The Dutch missed out on qualification for the last European Championship and World Cup so will be desperate to make this one count.
      Holland are looking to make up for lost time after missing out on two international tournamentsCredit: Getty
      Austria are looking to get out of the group stage for the first time in their historyCredit: Reuters
      Frank de Boer is at the helm for the Oranje after Ronald Koeman, who guided them to the Euros, left for Barcelona.
      Austria meanwhile will be looking to improve on a disappointing Euro 2016 which saw them finish bottom of the group.
      What time does Holland vs Austria kick off?

      Holland vs Austria takes place on Thursday, June 17.
      The match kicks off at 8pm UK time – 9pm in the Netherlands and Austria.
      It will be played at the Johan Cruyff Arena, Amsterdam.
      Last time the sides met in a competitive fixture was back in 2003. Rafael van der Vaart, Patrick Kluivert and Philip Cocu netted in a 3-1 European Championship qualifying win for the Dutch.

      What TV channel is Holland vs Austria on and can I live stream it?

      Holland vs Austria is live on BBC One in the UK.
      To stream the game live, head to the BBC iPlayer.
      NOS is the Euro 2020 broadcaster in the Netherlands while ORF has the Austrian rights.

      Can I watch Holland vs Austria for free? More