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      Watch highlights as ITV edge BBC in crunch football match with Roy Keane bossing it and presenter scoring stunner

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      BBC pundits faced their ITV pals in a “friendly” five-a-side match at Euro 2024.The two star-studded sides went head-to-head in the heart of Berlin on a pitch just around the corner from their TV studios.BBC faced ITV in a star-studded friendlyCredit: @gaizkamendieta6Tough talking Roy Keane slammed Gary Neville for poor defendingCredit: @itvfootballRio Ferdinand barked orders from the sidelines before going in goalCredit: @BBCSportITV host Mark Pougatch netted a screamer that flew beyond FerdinandCredit: @ITVfootballMicah Richards saved a Jill Scott penalty – but couldn’t stop Keane’s reboundCredit: @BBCSPORTAn incredible ITV squad featured Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Gaizka Mendieta, Eni Aluko and Jill Scott.Presenter Mark Pougatch and several of the behind-the-scenes crew were also involved.With team ITV being cheered on by Ian Wright and Lee Dixon from the sidelines.The Beeb’s outfit included Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Izzy Christiansen, French journalist Julien Laurens and several of their less well-known colleagues. READ MORE ON EURO 2024ITV won the closely fought contest 16-14. But despite many Premier League and Champions League winners on the pitch, it was Pougatch who stole the show. The host fired in an incredible goal, letting the ball roll across his body before powering it beyond the diving Ferdinand between the sticks.There was also penalty drama as team ITV were awarded a spot-kick after a BBC foul.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSScott stepped up – only for her effort to be brilliantly saved by Richards as he swapped the punditry microphone for goalkeeper gloves.However, Keane was on hand to tap home the rebound.Watch Roy Keane scream and swear at Gary Neville as he’s left on the floor during BBC vs ITV football match at Euro 2024And the former Manchester United skipper has not lost his competitive edge as he blasted Neville for poor defending after the BBC scored.Keane shouted while he was resting as a substitute: “Nev, Nev, f***ing get tighter, Jesus.”Show him the line and you will stop the shot.”Ferdinand also barked orders from the sidelines as he sung the praises of Richards after a good save, which led to a BBC counter-attack and clinical finish.The ex-England centre-back shouted: “Micah, well done. That’s why you’re there.”Richards later opened up on the game on the Rest is Football podcast.He was delighted with his own performance, hilariously saying: “Oh my God, I was in net and I was like a young Shaka Hislop.”I made a great penalty save against Jill Scott – but Keane was there to tap it in. A little rebound.”Eni Aluko starred for team ITVCredit: @enialukoMark Pougatch scored a screamerCredit: @markpougatchRichards was not so complimentary to Ferdinand as he was to him as he fumed: “Rio went in net for a spell – useless.”He conceded about five goals – he cost us the game today. I should’ve stayed in net.”Richards was also not impressed by Neville’s display, saying: “Useless as well, he can’t turn and he can’t move.”But Keane was good. He didn’t kick anyone but you could see he was competitive.”Richards also didn’t dodge a tackle and admitted to brutally clattering Pougatch.He explained: “I smashed Pougatch. I came out my box and it was a 60/40 to him. And I thought I’m tempted to leave one on him here.”I went right through him – but he took it well.”Richards admitted he was in pain after the game, with his “knees, legs and back” all feeling the full force of the game.READ MORE SUN STORIESHis podcast co-host Gary Lineker opened up on why he didn’t play, saying: “I have not played since the day I retired – except for one game after I retired which was a month after in Gordon Banks’ testimonial.”You retire for a reason, you retire because you can’t do it anymore, so why do you want to go and be c**p?”BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More

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      Watch ITV presenter score WORLDIE against Rio Ferdinand in win over BBC as fans say ‘Gareth has a big decision to make’

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      RIO FERDINAND stopped some of the planet’s finest forwards back in his heyday – but he was powerless to prevent a worldie from ITV presenter Mark Pougatch.Both BBC and their rival UK broadcaster have taken star-studded punditry teams out to Germany for Euro 2024.ITV host Mark Pougatch stole the show in a match against BBCCredit: GettyHe pulled the trigger from distance during the clash between the two channelsCredit: ITVPougatch’s shot flew past ex-England star Rio Ferdinand in the goalCredit: ITVRoy Keane was left swearing and screaming at Gary Neville in the gameCredit: XSpearheading the Beeb’s coverage of Euro 2024 is Gary Lineker, who has been calling on the expertise of the likes of Alan Shearer, Ferdinand, Micah Richards and Jermaine Jenas.Leading the charge for ITV is Pougatch, who has been breaking down the games along with Arsenal and Manchester United legends Ian Wright, Roy Keane and Gary Neville.Last week Ferdinand revealed that, even though they work for rival broadcasters, the BBC and ITV pundits are much closer than many people think.However, the former Manchester United and England defender may not feel that way much longer after he found himself going viral for the wrong reasons.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The two rival broadcasting teams lined up against each other yesterday in what turned out to be a full-throttle match in Germany.Stars like Richards and Izzy Christiansen turned out for the BBC while Neville, Keane and Jill Scott were among those competing for bragging rights with ITV.A host more former players rolled back the years to take part in the six-a-side contest – but it was Pougatch who was the unlikely star of the show.ITV’s X account shared a clip from the contest showing him drilling home left-footed from just near the halfway line after it up nicely for him.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe pulled the trigger to send the ball whizzing straight past the despairing Ferdinand in goal and into the bottom corner.And that was enough to help fire his team to a 16-14 triumph.Watch Roy Keane scream and swear at Gary Neville as he’s left on the floor during BBC vs ITV football match at Euro 2024Who is Euro 2024’s sexiest star?EURO 2024 has something for everyone from stunning goals, thrilling matches… and the continent’s biggest hunks, writes Jack Figg.Several stars have lit up the group stages with their skills on the pitch – but others are also catching the eye for their looks.But who is the sexiest?Thankfully AI boffins have carried out an analysis on the facial attractiveness of all players at the tournament.And it’s bad news for Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions who are the fourth UGLIEST in the competition – one place below Scotland.In fact it’s England’s group rivals Serbia who have fans swooning the most – boasting an average score of 77.90/100 with defender Strahinja Pavlovic deemed their most attractive.While Turkey defender Mert Muldur has been ranked as the tournament’s BEST-LOOKING player.But who is England’s sexiest star, and who makes the Euros’ hunkiest XI? Read our full story.Fans were quick to react to the goal clip, and the scorer’s reaction to it, on X.One wrote: “Love the swagger Pougatch pulls out after scoring that.”A second said: “Always knew you had this in your locker Pougers!”Another joked: “More like Mark Puskas!”A fourth said: “Rio went down in instalments.”As a fifth added: “Take about a worldie!”However, that was not the only big talking point from the game.Keane showed he still possesses the fire in his belly as he screamed and swore at Neville during the “friendly” match.The duo played together at Manchester United, winning numerous trophies including the 1999 Treble.But there was little love lost between the pair as Keane barked at Neville from the sideline.BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros TownsendThe latter lost out in a duel as the BBC scored a crucial goal, leaving him on the floor.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Keane did not hold back as he launched an X-rated rant at Neville, yelling: “Nev! F*****g get tighter!“You show him the line, you’ve got to stop the shot.” More

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      Watch Roy Keane scream and swear at Gary Neville as he’s left on the floor during BBC vs ITV football match at Euro 2024

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      ROY KEANE showed he’s still got it as he screamed and swore at Gary Neville during the BBC vs ITV “friendly” match at Euro 2024.Pundits and staff from the two rival broadcasters lined up against each other in what turned out to be a full-throttle match in Germany.Roy Keane was left swearing and screaming at Gary NevilleNeville was floored during an ITV vs BBC staff matchThere was no love lost between the ITV team-matesStars like Micah Richards and Izzy Christiansen lined up for the BBC.While Neville, Keane and Jill Scott were among those competing for bragging rights with ITV.However, just because they were on the same side, it did not stop Neville and Keane from clashing.The duo played together at Manchester United, winning numerous trophies including the 1999 Treble.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut there was little love lost between the pair as Keane barked at Neville from the sideline.The latter lost out in a duel as the BBC scored a crucial goal, leaving him on the floor.And Keane did not hold back as he launched an X-rated rant at Neville.The Irishman yelled: “Nev! F*****g get tighter!Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERS“You show him the line, you’ve got to stop the shot.”With the final result not revealed publicly, ITV eventually appeared to claim bragging rights with a cheeky message to the BBC on Instagram. Gary Neville and Roy Keane reveal Sir Alex Ferguson’s ‘teacher’s pet’ who ‘got away with refusing to play’ for Man UtdA comment in one post read: “Better luck next time guys.”The game was certainly full of drama, with Richards proving his worth between the sticks.The CBS Sports ace managed to save a penalty from Scott after being goaded by Neville.However, Richards was unable to cling on to the ball.And Keane rushed in to poke the ball home in what may have been the matchwinning goal.Micah Richards saved a penalty from Jill Scott but Keane scored the reboundRichards gave a less-than-inspiring pre-match talkRichards also gave a less-than-inspiring pre-match talk to team-mates, saying: “Today we know they’re better than us.“But it doesn’t matter, it’s all about what you’ve got inside.“I want you to look at the person to your left, now to the right. This is the spirit.“It’s all about trust, togetherness and leadership.”READ MORE SUN STORIESTeam-mate Christiansen then said: “There’s a lot of history in Berlin, but we f*****g create our own.”This prompted Richards to explode in joy, shouting: “Exactly! Come on!”BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More

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      England must end ITV curse in Euro 2024 semi-final over Holland as stats show odds are stacked against Three Lions

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      ENGLAND will be forced to overcome their ITV curse when they take on Holland for a place in the final of Euro 2024.Gareth Southgate’s men face a tough task against Virgil van Dijk and Co in Wednesday’s semi.England’s Euro semi-final clash will take place on ITVCredit: GettyThe Three Lions narrowly overcame Switzerland in the quarters thanks to a clinical penalty shootout.While the Dutch are through following a 2-1 comeback win against goal machines Turkey.Despite the size of the mission ahead, England are favourites after making their third semi in four tournaments under Southgate.But Holland fans who believe in a higher footballing power can take solace in the fact that, in the UK, the match will be shown on ITV.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe broadcaster has shared this summer’s Euro games with the BBC.And supporters have been loving the banter between glamorous host Laura Woods and brilliant pundits including Roy Keane, Gary Neville and Ange Postecoglou.However, one fact that England fans cannot escape is that the Three Lions have a truly dismal record in games shown exclusively on ITV.As per the Times, since 1996 there have been 31 matches broadcast solely on the channel.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSBut only NINE of them have resulted in victory, with England drawing 12 and losing the remaining ten.Their ITV record looks even bleaker when put up against the numbers from the BBC.Euro 2024’s sexiest players revealedThe national broadcaster has exclusively shown 29 England matches in the same time period.However, 21 of those games have ended in victory.Two were draws, while the other six were defeats.And England will be hoping their ITV curse does not strike on the biggest stage of all.But should the Three Lions make it past Holland to set up a final with either France or Spain, they can breathe a sigh of relief.That’s because Sunday’s match will be shown on both ITV and BBC simultaneously, putting the curse aside to the relief of superstitious supporters.BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More

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      Watch ITV pundits lose their cool live on TV during England’s nerve-wracking penalty shootout win over Switzerland

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      GARY NEVILLE, Karen Carney and Joleon Lescott went wild live on air as England beat Switzerland on penalties to reach the semi-finals of Euro 2024.Gareth Southgate’s men dramatically sealed their spot in the last four with a 5-3 victory in the shoot-out after a 1-1 draw in 120 minutes.England’s Trent Alexander-Arnold scored the winning penalty kick against SwitzerlandCredit: AP(L-R) ITV pundits Joleon Lescott, Karen Carney and Gary Neville watched the penalties live on airCredit: ITVThe trio went wild after Alexander-Arnold buried the winning penaltyCredit: ITVEngland will now face Holland in the semi-finals on WednesdayCredit: GettyTrent Alexander-Arnold stepped up to take the winning kick after Cole Palmer, Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka and Ivan Toney had superbly dispatched from 12 yards.With Jordan Pickford having saved from Manuel Akanji, Liverpool man Alexander-Arnold had the chance to send England into the semis.And given the match had gone the distance, ITV’s coverage of Holland vs Turkey had already begun.This meant pundits Neville, Carney and Lescott, along with presenter Laura Woods, were filmed watching the penalties as they unfolded while live on air.READ MORE ON EURO 2024And when Alexander-Arnold sent Yann Sommer the wrong way to win the game, the three analysts screamed with joy.Moments before, Neville could be heard saying: “Deep breath.”After victory was secured, he then joked: “Lucky.”England’s penalty triumph is their second in a shoot-out under Southgate after their victory over Colombia at the 2018 World Cup.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne key detail to the win was the cheat sheet on Pickford’s water bottle.The Everton keeper had instructions for each Swiss taker on his bottle – and went the right way for two of the four penalties.England’s penalty shoot-out secretsEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYHe saved from Akanji and got desperately close to Xherdan Shaqiri’s strike but could not quite stretch enough to keep it out.But he revealed after the game how referee Daniele Orsato had prevented him from his usual routine of handing the ball to each of the England penalty takers.Pickford told ITV: “Firstly, the referee didn’t let me do my usual process so I had to adapt tonight, I like to give the lads a ball for a bit of calm and focus.”I could only do it on the first one and luckily I saved it.”I trust my process and what I do and I’ll save one but massive respect to the lads they stepped up to score all five the way they did – huge credit.”He went on to add: “The referee stopped me doing what I normally do but I still managed to save one and give the lads the opportunity.”He was going to book me if I wasn’t going back on my line. Part of playing the game a little bit.”England player ratings: Saka the saviour for Three Lions but subbed Kane stuggles in penalties thriller vs SwitzerlandBUKAYO SAKA showed huge courage as he dug England out of a hole and through on penalties against Switzerland, writes Tom Barclay.The Three Lions looked to be going out when Breel Embolo had put Swiss ahead on 75 minutes.But Arsenal star Saka dragged England back into five minutes later with a stunning effort off the post.To penalties it went – just like it did between these two sides five years ago in the Nations League.And just like back then, Jordan Pickford made a save – repelling the Swiss’s first effort from Manuel Akanji.England were perfect from then on, with Cole Palmer, Jude Bellignam, Saka, Ivan Toney and finally Trent Alexander-Arnold sending the Three Lions into the semi-final.Here’s how the players rated…Jordan Pickford: 7Had his heart in his mouth when Xherdan Shaqiri’s corner deep into extra-time hit the post and bar, but then pulled off a smart stop to take it to penalties.Saved Manuel Akanji’s first spot-kick by diving low to his left.Kyle Walker: 6Spent most of the game on the right side of a three which meant he could not get forward. Embolo got in front of him for Switzerland’s opener. Won the toss so the penalties were taken in front of the England fans.John Stones: 6Crisper passing in the first half, much better than his sloppy Slovakia display, but his deflection on Dan Ndoye’s cross diverted it to Embolo.Ezri Konsa: 6Was decent in the first half of his maiden start at a major tournament but, like the rest of the team, went into his shell after the break.Kieran Trippier: 6Had been expected to play right wing-back but was once again on the left.Solid defensively but, as has been the case throughout the tournament, offered little going forward on his unnatural side.Declan Rice: 7Anticipated, and subsequently, won a number of 50-50s at the base of England’s midfield.It was his decoy run that opened up the space for Saka to find the corner, before his 25-yard wonderstrike was denied by a flying Yann Sommer save in extra-time.Kobbie Mainoo: 6Some decent drives forward from midfield. Looked as if he would fire home an opener just before the break afterBukayo Saka’s nice cutback, but was denied by Granit Xhaka’s excellent block.Bukayo Saka: 8 and STAR MANDid not play at left wing-back as expected, but was England’s most dangerous attacking player throughout – and none more so when he came to the rescue with his 80th-minute leveller which flew in off the post.Showed huge courage in the shoot-out as he stroked home his penalty beautifully, three years on from missing in the last Euros final.Jude Bellingham: 6Produced a few graceful dribbles which showcased his quality in the first half but pretty quiet.Looked knackered but showed big cojones with his low penalty.Phil Foden: 6Admitted before the game that his central role would suit him better and it seemed to in the first 20 minutes, but faded after that.Harry Kane: 4This system just does not suit him. He needs runners, but does not look like he is going to get them.Just could not get into the game and was subbed out of it in extra-time, seconds after he was sent crashing into his manager on the touchline.SUBSCole Palmer (for Konsa, 78): 7One of three players to come on in reaction to Switzerland’s opener – why did it take so long, Gareth? Dispatched England’s first spot-kick with aplomb.Luke Shaw (for Trippier, 78): 6First minutes of football since February, slotting in on the left side of back three as Southgate went for broke.Eberechi Eze (for Mainoo, 78): 6Carved out a nice bit of space for himself in the dying moments but fired wide.Ivan Toney (For Kane, 109): 7It was no surprise to see him come with the prospect of penalties on the horizon – what was more of a shock was that it was for spot-kick maestro Kane. Was knocked over in the box right at the end of extra-time, but nothing was given. Confident penalty.Trent Alexander-Arnold (for Foden, 115): 7Thrown on late into extra-time. Belted home his spot-kick to win it.Gareth Southgate: 4The adjusted back three system worked to a certain extent, but still the approach looked to be to keep it tight and rely on a moment of magic.Saka provided that for the leveller, but given the talent at his disposal, it seemed very limited.Took an age to make a change – prompted only by Switzerland going ahead. But got his subs right when it came to the penalty shoot-out. More

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      BBC and ITV pundits are much closer than you’d think as unusual details of their Euro 2024 ‘connection’ is revealed

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      THEY may work for rival broadcasters, but the BBC and ITV’s pundits are much closer than you think.The British TV powerhouses have brought out the big guns for their respective coverage of Euro 2024 in Germany.The BBC have an all-star punditry team for Euro 2024ITV also have several big guns for their coverage of the tournamentRio Ferdinand has revealed all the pundits are closer than you thinkCredit: BBCSpearheading the Beeb’s coverage of Euro 2024 is Gary Lineker, who has been calling on the expertise of the likes of Alan Shearer, Rio Ferdinand, Micah Richards and Jermaine Jenas.Leading the charge for ITV is Mark Pougatch, who has been breaking down the games along with Arsenal and Manchester United legends Ian Wright, Roy Keane and Gary Neville.One would think there would be a bit of tribalism between the teams, after all the majority of Beeb and ITV’s Euros teams are made up of former players.But according to Ferdinand, couldn’t be any further from the case.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The former Manchester United and England defender told GQ: “We’re all in it together.”I’m in the same dressing room as Alan Shearer, Ian Wright and Gary Neville, then in the same room as Micah and Jermaine.”So I have a real connection with them – even the younger kids in the England team.”Ferdinand hasn’t sat on the fence with his opinions of Gareth Southgate’s troops, dishing out his fair share of criticism as well as praise.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSMeet England’s Euro 2024 WagsEngland Wags range from childhood sweethearts to recently blossoming love stories.Katie Goodland (Harry Kane’s wife)The fitness instructor has been married to the England captain since 2019 and joined him in Germany with their four children after he joined Bayern Munich.Laura Celia Valk (Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend)The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million Instagram followers and is said to be absolutely smitten with the Real Madrid star.Rebecca Cooke (Phil Foden’s girlfriend)Foden’s childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two kids tends to keep out of the spotlight, but is a regular at England games.Dani Dyer (Jarrod Bowen’s girlfriend)England’s most famous Wag, former Love Island winner and daughter of Eastenders’ Danny Dyer.Iris Law (Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend)Dani Dyer isn’t the only actor’s daughter dating an England star. Iris’ dad is Hollywood legend Jude Law.Megan Davison (Jordan Pickford’s wife)Megan has been with Pickford since he was 14 years old. The couple married in 2022 and have one son.Olivia Naylor (John Stones’ girlfriend)The 33-year-old former beautician has stepped back from her role after giving birth to a baby son.Read more about the Wags supporting England at Euro 2024 hereAnd his frankness has come from regularly speaking to the Three Lions stars.He continued: “I speak to a lot of the players.England fans at 2024 celebrate German misery wildly with brilliant song after hosts are dramatically dumped out”That’s why I have to be honest and open. When I see these guys,”I don’t have to hide behind anything because I know when I’m talking about them, I’m talking with honesty.”Ferdinand has transitioned seamlessly to punditry since hanging up his boots in 2015 following QPR’s relegation to the Championship.And he credits his success on camera to the influence of Liverpool legend and former Match of the Day presenter Alan Hansen had on him.He said: “Alan Hansen was a mainstay on Match of the Day. I was very fortunate to go on my first-ever job at the World Cup in Brazil.”He was there, and I have some wonderful memories with him.”I just watched him to see what he was like – as soon as the cameras came on, he wasn’t much different to what you saw when he was having a beer with the lads.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was very calm and cool, never really flustered about anything, and took it all in his stride.”Those little details were really good for me [at the start of my career], understanding what it was like to be in front of a camera in big-pressure situations.BBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend More

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      Germany star Robert Andrich reveals he loves disgusting I’m a Celebrity-style pre-match meal that’s ILLEGAL in the UK

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      GERMANY star Robert Andrich plans to devour Spain at the Euros… after tucking into a plate of MEALWORMS.The 29-year-old helped Bayer Leverkusen feast on their Bundesliga rivals as they won a league and cup double in May.Robert Andrich has revealed he enjoys a feast of mealwormsCredit: GettyThe I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here treat is illegal to import into the UKCredit: GettyAnd midfielder Andrich has revealed his secret has been wolfing down a foodstuff eaten more by animals and birds than humans.Mealworms are the larva form of the yellow mealworm beetle. It is illegal to import them into the UK.Andrich spoke of his fondness for the grisly grub in a YouTube chat with his national team-mate David Raum.He insisted: “I love mealworms. They are a good source of protein.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”In fact I don’t just love them – I think they are awesome.”Stunned Leipzig defender Raum bets Andrich to eat one, and says he will order some for his pal.Why eat mealworms?While the idea of eating mealworms may not appeal to everyone, they actually have some amazing health benefits.Mealworms provide several nutrients, including protein, fat, vitamins, and fiber.Live mealworms have more moisture content than dried ones. The moisture content of a live mealworm is 62%, in contrast with 5% for a dried mealworm.Interestingly, the moisture content influences the protein content in live and dried mealworms. There are observable differences in the protein value in live and dried mealworms, and of other nutrient values as well.Dried mealworms have more protein value, at 53%. Fat and fiber values are 28% and 6%, respectively. Live mealworms have a protein value of 20%, fat value of 13%, and 2% fiber. Based on their nutritional makeup, dried mealworms overall have more nutritional value.Many prepare their mealworms meals by either pan-frying or oven baking them.While the UK has banned them, they are enjoyed throughout the EU, United States and Asia, particularly in the southeast of the continent.But the midfielder is unfazed, and maintains: “I think they are terrific.”Andrich’s revelation is the latest insect-related development from Germany’s Euro 2024 campaign.Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBees built a nest at the Stuttgart Arena on the eve of their group-stage clash with Hungary.And mosquitoes invaded their training camp last week, stinging several players.Euro 2024’s sexiest players revealedJulian Nagelsmann’s men return to Stuttgart tomorrow for their quarter-final against Spain.Meet Germany’s Euro 2024 WagsGermany’s Wags range from a glam architect to a leading equestrian and a fashion model.Dani ter Stegen (Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s wife)One of Germany’s most popular Wags with over 600,000 Instagram followers. Earned a degree in architecture after moving to Barcelona with her husband.Sara Gundogan (Ilkay Gundogan’s wife)Italian model was never shy to pop a dig at Manchester while Ilkay was at Man City, but has changed her tune and said she misses the city since his move to Barcelona.Jessica Kroos (Toni Kroos’ wife)Couple first met when Toni was 18 and she was 20. Jessica is credited with convincing the soon-to-retire Germany star to sign a new Real Madrid deal at a time when he was wavering.Candice Brook (Leroy Sane’s girlfriend)American model helped Harry Kane get used to Germany and overcome the language barrier following his move to Bayern Munich.Sophia Weber (Kai Havertz’s fiancee)Soon-to-be Mrs Havertz has struck up a close friendship with Martin Odegaard’s partner Helene Spilling. Sophia recently enjoyed a hen party in Ibiza.Lisa Muller (Thomas Muller’s wife)Lisa is a famous dressage rider in Germany and reportedly convinced her husband not to join Man Utd.Find out more about the Germany Euro 2024 Wags hereEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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      Roy Keane told ‘you’re so nasty’ as he makes savage jibe about Gary and Phil Neville being in the ‘Ugly XI’

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      ROY KEANE was labelled “so nasty” after a savage dig aimed at the Neville brothers Gary and Phil.Manchester United legends Keane and Gary Neville were joined on The Overlap’s Stick to Football podcast, presented by Sky Bet, by Arsenal icon Ian Wright and ex-Lioness Jill Scott.Gary Neville revealed how his mum had been left devastated by he and his brother’s inclusion into the Daily Star’s ‘Ugly XI’Credit: X/WeAreTheOverlapRoy Keane could not help but crack a joke at Neville’s expenseCredit: X/WeAreTheOverlapHe joked he was shocked it was only for two yearsCredit: X/WeAreTheOverlapThe joke left Neville bursting into tearsCredit: X/WeAreTheOverlapThe fan-favourite podcast is currently being shown on ITV for Euro 2024.And the quartet reunited in Germany, where Keane, Neville and Wright have been working on ITV’s coverage of the Euros – with the latter two going mad during England’s win over Slovakia.On a behind-the-scenes snippet of the latest episode, a producer asked Neville, 49, if he could make a slight adjustment due to some glare on his head. This prompted Wright to talk about the head shape of the Neville brothers, quipping that former Everton star, Phil, had a “Frankenstein-y head vibe about him”.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSwitching to the one-club star, Keane, Wright and Scott began waxing lyrical about Gary’s head and saying how it suits him.The conversation eventually led to Neville recalling how his mum was left “absolutely devastated” after he and Phil were named in the Daily Star’s “Ugly XI” two years running.Wright, 60, and Keane, 52, called the label “cruel”, though Keane could not help himself with a brutal jab just moments later.With a cheeky smile on his face he said: “And only two years in a row?”Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis caused Neville to burst into tears of laughter along with the rest of the group.Scott, 37, hit back at Keane by saying: “You’re so nasty,” before Wright added: “He can’t help himself.”Ian Wright and Gary Neville go wild after Bellingham’s England equaliser… as eagle-eyed fans spot Roy Keane’s reactionBBC and ITV’s Euro 2024 line up in fullHere’s how each channel will line-up:BBC presenters:Gary Lineker, Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Mark ChapmanITV presenters:Mark Pougatch and Laura Woods BBC pundits:Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Rio Ferdinand, Ellen White, Frank Lampard, Ashley Williams, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, Cesc Fabregas, Thomas Frank, David Moyes, Rachel Corsie and James McFaddenITV pundits:Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina UnkelBBC commentators:Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan PearceITV commentators:Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe SpeightBBC co-commentators:Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFaddenITV co-commentators:Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros TownsendKeane then issued an apology, before “saving himself” by saying: “But more importantly you were in the Team of the Year for about ten years running.”The Irishman’s sharp tongue was not reserved for just Neville on the podcast, with Scott also being on the receiving end of a joke by Keane.Meanwhile, England now know they will face one of Turkey or the Netherlands in the semi-final of the Euros if they beat Switzerland in the quarter-finals next Saturday.Ian Wright was also left in stitchesCredit: X/WeAreTheOverlapScott also saw the funny side before calling Keane ‘nasty’Credit: X/WeAreTheOverlapWho is Euro 2024’s sexiest star?EURO 2024 has something for everyone from stunning goals, thrilling matches… and the continent’s biggest hunks, writes Jack Figg.Several stars have lit up the group stages with their skills on the pitch – but others are also catching the eye for their looks.But who is the sexiest?Thankfully AI boffins have carried out an analysis on the facial attractiveness of all players at the tournament.And it’s bad news for Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions who are the fourth UGLIEST in the competition – one place below Scotland.In fact it’s England’s group rivals Serbia who have fans swooning the most – boasting an average score of 77.90/100 with defender Strahinja Pavlovic deemed their most attractive.While Turkey defender Mert Muldur has been ranked as the tournament’s BEST-LOOKING player.But who is England’s sexiest star, and who makes the Euros’ hunkiest XI? Read our full story.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More