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      Graeme Souness visibly emotional as he hails ‘dream’ Alan Hansen with Liverpool legend ‘seriously ill’ in hospital

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      GRAEME SOUNESS struggled to hide his emotions after ‘sending prayers’ to his fellow Liverpool legend Alan Hansen on ITV’s opening coverage of Euro 2024. Liverpool icon Hansen was admitted to hospital this week with a ‘serious illness’ and messages of support have been flooding in ever since.Former Scotland and Liverpool defender Alan Hansen was taken ill this weekCredit: PASouness spoke about his friend and former team-mate ahead of both his and Hansen’s beloved Scotland’s Euros opener against hosts Germany.He said: “I believe he was the best footballing centre-half ever. And I know that is some statement but I really believe that.”I saw it first hand he was a really quality performer and a great human being. “You know when people are in trouble with illness, people say they’re great guys, but I’m telling you he is a great guy.read more football news”You’d have to search a very long way to find anyone saying a bad word about him – that takes some doing.”And he’s in the fight of his life right now and we should all say a little prayer for him.”I had the pleasure of playing with him, he was an absolute dream.”He passed the ball at the right weight, at the right angle, at the right time.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHansen and Souness were at Liverpool together between 1978 and 1984. The duo made 974 appearances between them for the Merseyside outfit – winning five league titles, four league cups and three European Cups together.Watch Klopp announce Slot as next Liverpool manager with amazing song to fansThe Anfield icons also played together for Scotland between 1979 and 1987.Liverpool also sent a message to Hansen on Thursday on the occasion of his birthday.It read: “We’re all thinking of Alan and his family on his 69th birthday.”Souness also spoke highly of Hansen on talkSPORT, saying: “He wasn’t a colleague, he was a mate, a good friend, a proper friend.”He is one of life’s good guys and we’re all saying a prayer for him. I spoke to his wife, Janet, a few days ago and you can imagine the state he’s in.”Hansen with the Ryder Cup in 2013, he is a keen golfer More

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      Laura Woods bravely shows off scar after horror injury as ITV Euro 2024 presenter hangs out with Scotland fans in Munich

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      LAURA WOODS partied with Scotland fans and showed off her scar after suffering a horror injury.The ITV presenter will be on screens tonight for the Euro 2024 opener between Germany and the Scots.Laura Woods joined Scotland fans in MunichCredit: PAThe presenter was surrounded in Marienplatz square ahead of Germany vs Scotland tonightCredit: PAWoods will host coverage of the game on ITV this eveningCredit: PAWoods’ scar was on show after her horror injuryCredit: PAShe sustained nasty injuries after a chandelier smashed above her headCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyEURO 2024 LIVE: LATEST UPDATES FROM THE TOURNAMENTAnd ahead of kick-off, Woods joined the Tartan Army on the streets of Munich.Fans had already drunk airports dry in their homeland and continued to let their hair down in Germany.And they were joined by Woods, who was dressed in a stylish grey jacket as she put her arms around fans and jumped to Scotland chants.The host’s scar remains on show just above her eyebrow after being the victim of a freak accident on holiday.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe 36-year-old sustained nasty-looking cuts to her face and arm after swinging a pillow that hit a chandelier, causing it shatter above her head.She was rushed to hospital by boyfriend Adam Collard and taken into emergency surgery.The injuries led to Woods pulling out of hosting TNT Sports’ coverage of Oleksandr Usyk’s fight with Tyson Fury last month.But she made her return for the Champions League final two weeks ago.Most read in Euro 2024BBC 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 Chapman
      ITV 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 McFadden
      ITV pundits:
      Ian Wright, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Karen Carney, Graeme Souness, Eni Aluko, Ange Postecoglou, Danny Rohl and Christina Unkel
      BBC commentators:
      Guy Mowbray, Robyn Cowen, Vicki Sparks, Steve Wilson, Steve Bower and Jonathan Pearce
      ITV commentators:
      Sam Matterface, Clive Tyldesley, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe Speight
      BBC co-commentators:
      Danny Murphy, Martin Keown, Jermaine Jenas and James McFadden
      ITV co-commentators:
      Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend

      Woods is now part of ITV’s team for the Euros this summer.She is set to work alongside a star-studded list of pundits, including Ian Wright, Roy Keane and Gary Neville.BBC VS ITV: Who wins in battle of Euro 2024 teamsHer first game will be Scotland’s opener against hosts Germany on Friday night.England’s first two games of the tournament will be on the BBC.But Wood will be on hand to host the Three Lions’ final group game, against Slovenia, on June 25.Meet Eva Murati, Albania’s answer to Laura Woods
      MEET Albania’s answer to Laura Woods.
      Glamorous Eva Murati, 28, has been fronting Champions League coverage in the country since 2017.
      Boasting nearly one million Instagram followers, gorgeous Eva is a triple threat – actress, host and model.
      Eva is fluent in Italian studied law at the University of Tirana.
      But her passion for showbiz led her into presenting at just 18.
      Eva is mad Juventus fan and was thrilled to meet legendary defender Fabio Cannavaro.
      As if she didn’t have enough strings to her bow, Eva is also a great singer and has hinted she might even release a song one day.
      Until then, she’ll continue lighting up screens with her Champions League coverage, in between modelling for lingerie brand Yamamay.
      Click here to see more of the glamorous Eva Murati… More

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      Jack Fincham wants Love Island showdown with Tommy Fury after ‘winning in life again’ with boxing return and weight loss

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      JACK FINCHAM is eyeing a Love Island showdown against Tommy Fury after getting himself fighting fit mentally and physically. The reality TV star – who won the hit ITV show in 2018 – boxed as an amateur before walking away from the sport in his 20s. Love Island winner Jack Fincham is eyeing a fight with Tommy FuryCredit: Instagram @jack_charlesfTommy Fury also starred on Love IslandCredit: SplashBut amid the boom in celebrity-style crossover bouts, Fincham is back in boxing and returns at Crypto Fight Night on Saturday. He faces Isaac Taylor, the brother of his former opponent Anthony who he shared four exhibition rounds with in 2022. Fincham won his last fight in Dubai in April against influencer Ahmed Mousa and now has the likes of Fury and KSI in his sights. He told SunSport: “They were struggling to find me an opponent at first but then Anthony actually messaged me himself asking, ‘Would you fight my brother?’READ MORE IN BOXING”I said, ‘Yeah, course. No problem.’ I want to leave a mark on this type of boxing because I want to eventually fight Tommy Fury.”I could easily fight KSI, easily. They’re the sort of people that I want to be boxing and I know I’m more than capable of beating them.”I’ve got a lot more self-confidence now since I’ve been training and the quality of sparring I’m having, these people are not as good as me in my opinion.”Fury is unbeaten at 10-0 and last year beat YouTube’s biggest boxing stars in KSI, 30, and Jake Paul, 27. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut the 25-year-old has not returned since – after having hand surgery – as Fincham raised doubts over his boxing aspirations. He said: “I’ve said this in the past, I think Tommy’s great, really nice guy but is his heart really in boxing? I don’t think so.Mike Tyson issues chilling threat to Jake Paul in first message since Netflix showdown fight was postponed”He’s earning a lot of money from other stuff and I don’t think he needs boxing at the minute. I don’t think he’s going to go into any 50-50 fights, why would he?”I don’t think at the minute he wants to go into a fight against anyone who may have a chance of beating him. His excuse is, ‘They’re not bringing money to the table.'”Well, they are. It’s definitely a fight I’d like, have a couple in between and then do that.”Fincham dropped a sensational THREE STONE before his boxing return earlier in the year. It paved the way for the familiar feeling of victory in the ring – but one he had not tasted since his teenager amateur boxing years. Fincham, 32, said: “It felt amazing. I haven’t felt like that in years, the last fight I won was back in the amateurs and obviously I boxed Anthony Taylor in between that.”It was just an amazing feeling. It was a nice, familiar feeling like, ‘Ah this is what it used to f***ing fell like.'”I proved myself right, I wasn’t supposed to fight until this card or even afterwards around September time but I thought, ‘F*** it, I’ll just fight now.'”I took that fight on six-weeks notice and came down from 104 kilos. All round you just feel like you’re winning in life again.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Other stuff starts going right for you, others jobs start coming in, you look healthy, you look fit. Everything is better.”
      Crypto Fight Night ‘Off Chain’ takes place on Saturday 15th June at Indigo at the O2, London – tickets here. Stream it live on Triller TV.
      Fincham is ‘winning in life’ again after his boxing returnCredit: @jack_charlesf More

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      Soccer Aid 2024 LIVE RESULT: England THRASH World XI to end their six-year wait for charity match win – latest reaction

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      SOCCER AID has concluded for another year – and what a thriller it was at Stamford Bridge.Former Chelsea star Joe Cole put the Three Lions in front early on before Eden Hazard’s stunning free-kick made it 1-1.Alessandro Del Piero gave World XI the lead for the first time in the game after great work from Usain Bolt in the build-up.Ellen White got the equaliser for England to make it 2-2 after superb feet from Cole in the build-up.Minutes after the restart, Steven Bartlett’s excellent finish put the Three Lions back in front before Jermaine Defoe doubled his side’s lead for 4-2.In the build-up to the Three Lions’ fourth goal, Bolt suffered a nasty injury that required a stretcher.Billy Wingrove converted a penalty for World XI to make it 5-3, but Theo Walcott’s late lob secured England their first Soccer Aid win since 2018.
      Match result: England 6-3 World XI
      England XI: James, Dyer, Cahill, Broad, Quek, Grennan, Wilshere, Scott, Thompson, Cole, White
      World XI: Cech, Compston, Kemp, Evra, Scanlan, Essien, Hamraoui, Mack, Del Piero, Hazard, Bolt
      Donate: Soccer Aid For Unicef
      Follow ALL the action from Soccer Aid 2024 with our live blog below…Danny Dyer “locked up” Eden Hazard

      Copy linkCopiedUsain Bolt stretchered off
      Olympic legend and the fastest man to ever grace the planet Usain Bolt was sadly carried off of the pitch on a stretcher last night, which allowed Jermaine Defoe to waltz through on goal and score for England.

      Copy linkCopiedEden Hazard got his moment
      What a moment for Eden Hazard.
      The fans queued up to see him, and boy did he deliver.
      His free-kick to level the scoring at 1-0 down was what he would have dreamed about on his return to Stamford Bridge.
      He dazzled throughout the night with his trickery, quick feet, and those neat little flicks that Chelsea fans loved so much during his time in this very stadium.
      Eden Hazard rolled back the years for the World XICredit: Getty
      The brilliant Belgian is a Chelsea legendCredit: Getty
      Copy linkCopiedDiary of a CAM
      Steven Bartlett made the Central Attacking Midfield role his own tonight.
      Clearly a man of many talents, he scored a brace for England.
      What a player.
      Steven Bartlett’s real show, Diary of a CEO is one of the most popular in the world.Credit: X – @paddypower
      Copy linkCopiedThe trophy lift
      This is the moment England lifted the Soccer Aid trophy for the first time in SIX years.
      What a moment.
      England lift the Soccer Aid trophy at long last, what a momentCredit: Rex
      Copy linkCopiedINCREDIBLE total amount raised
      An incredible event, Soccer Aid for Unicef.
      It is now time to reveal how much money we have raised all together for this fantastic charity.
      Robbie Williams is getting ready to announce it now.
      BOOM.
      £106,022,392
      Just to be clear that is just over one-hundred and six MILLION pounds raised by Soccer Aid in total.
      Incredible.
      Don’t forget you can still donate HERE to add to that total.
      Copy linkCopiedPlayer of the Match
      What a show, Soccer Aid for Unicef take a bow.
      There were so many stars on display, but one of them shone brighter than anyone else.
      DANNY DYER!Kidding, although he was incredible.
      Steven Bartlett was England’s hero tonight, with a brace that almost became a hat-trick at the death.
      He was absolutely sublime, and looked like a hell of a player.
      Honourable mentions must go to Tom Grennan and Stuart Broad, who were absolutely brilliant too.
      Steven Bartlett was like prime Stephen El Shaarawy rocking the number 92 on the left wingCredit: Getty
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      IT HAS FINALLY COME HOME!
      The referee blows the final whistle, and England have BEATEN the World XI for the first time in six years.
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      86. So close to a hat-trick for Steven Bartlett!
      The Diary of a CEO host looked destined to make it three at Stamford Bridge but is denied brilliantly by Tony Bellew in goal, who has been quietly decent since replacing Petr Cech.
      Copy linkCopiedGOALLLLLL! England 6-3 World XI
      IT’S THEO WALCOTT WITH A GORGEOUS GOAL!
      He told SunSport ‘It’s coming home’ and it certainly looks that way now!The ball is played over the top to Walcott, who confidently lifts it over the top of the onrushing Tony Bellew and into the back of the net!
      Theo has still got it!
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      80. Karen Carney is driving through bodies with the ball here, but is bought to a stop by Eden Hazard.
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      78. Lovely feet from Eden Hazard on the left hand side, who plays the ball into the oh-so-technical Billy Wingrove.
      He lays the ball of into the feet of the not-so-technical Jason Manford.
      Who blasts the ball out of play.
      Only at Soccer Aid, class.
      Copy linkCopiedGOALLLLL! England 5-3 World XI
      76. Billy Wingrove dispatches the penalty with some absolute swaz.
      He runs to the corner after doing Heung Min-Son’s celebration and SIUUUUUU rings around the Stamford Bridge crowd.
      Copy linkCopiedPENALTY! England 5-2 World XI
      75. There is a penalty here for the World XI, as Patrice Evra is bought down inside the box.
      Copy linkCopiedGOALLLLL! England 5-2 World XI
      IT’S FIVE! IT’S STEVEN BARTLETT AGAIN!
      Tony Bellew is played into trouble by Jason Manford, and Steven Bartlett’s grind mentality pays off as he relentlessly charges him down and the goalkeepers attempted clearance goes straight in!
      Copy linkCopiedEngland 4-2 World XI
      70. So close for Theo Walcott, who is denied a free-kick goal by a goal line Michael Essien clearance.
      England get a corner, which is whipped in by Ashley Cole, but to no avail.
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      68. Back underway at Stamford Bridge after that brief stoppage, and there is instantly a chance for Steven Bartlett, who takes a great touch and is bearing down on goal.
      He looks destined to secure a fifth for England, but Tony Bellew makes a great safe with his feet.
      Copy linkCopiedHuge Concern for Usain Bolt: England 4-2 World XI
      Horrible scenes here at Stamford Bridge as Usain Bolt is getting a lot of attention from the medical team after hitting the deck in the build up to that Defoe goal.
      He is going to be carried off on a stretcher here.
      We sincerely hope he is okay, as he is given a standing ovation by the fans, who he claps off the field.
      What a man, legend.
      Copy linkCopiedGOALLLLLL! England 4-2 World XI
      JERMAINE DEFOE ADDS A FOURTH!
      Huge concern for Usain Bolt, who pulls up with what looks like a serious hamstring injury.
      He goes down, which allows Defoe to stroll through before beating his man and slotting past Tony Bellew with ease.
      Composure personified, Jermaine Defoe.
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      63. Tion Wayne (Mmm mmm) is coming on to replace Diamond for the World XI.
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      62. Ashley Cole picks up the ball in the middle of the park, but is crunched by Patrice Evra.
      The ball finds it’s way out to Jermaine Defoe, who sets up Tom Grennan, but his curling effort is into the hands of Tony Bellew.
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      60. Almost, almost vintage Eden Hazard there.
      He cuts in on his right foot and strikes a shot towards the far post, but it goes narrowly wide.
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      57. Jermaine Defoe strikes the free-kick well but Tony Bellew stands firm and catches him out!
      Billy Wingrove comes on in replacement of Roman Kemp.
      Hope you’re ready for some swaz tekkers from the Wing-meister.
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      55. Free kick on the edge of the box for England as Michael Essien brings down Steven Bartlett in a promising position.
      This is a similar spot to where Eden Hazard curled an effort home earlier on this evening.
      Copy linkCopiedGOALLLLL! England 3-2 World XI
      STEVEN BARTLETT GIVES ENGLAND THE LEAD!
      Jermaine Defoe does absolutely brilliantly to pass the ball through to Steven Bartlett who passes it past Tony Bellew in net!
      Can’t wait to tune into Diary of a Goalscorer after that.
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      Alex Scott shows off stunning new look in glamorous white dress for Soccer Aid on ITV

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      ALEX SCOTT set white-hot standards at Soccer Aid – with a dazzling new look.The presenter wore a long sleeveless white dress as she whipped up the atmosphere for the England XI’s 6-3 win over the Rest of the World. Alex Scott strode out to another great reception from fansCredit: GettyAlex’s hair made a big impression on viewersDermot O’Leary co-presented at Soccer AidCredit: RexThe ex-Arsenal defender was a winner even before the action startedAlex went behind the scenes at Stamford BridgeBut it was the latest style for her flowing locks that most caught the eye at Stamford Bridge.The ex-Lionesses defender topped off a shimmering appearance with her curly hair tied behind but still reaching her waist.Large silver-coloured ear-rings topped off Alex’s look.”So beautiful,” said one fan, with “lovely” and “gorgeous” other verdicts.READ MORE TOP STORIESLast year 39-year-old Alex opted for a red latex YSL dress valued at around £1,500.And her latest outfit was just as popular with viewers, albeit for different reasons.In fact, the two dresses were just as contrasting as the weather.Alex stayed cool in 2023 amid temperatures pushing 30 degrees.Most read in FootballShe took centre stage both pitch-side and away from spectatorsAlex popped into the dressing room where Petr Cech and Tony Bellew prepared to share goalkeeping dutiesPLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament.

      This year it was cloudier and far cooler as Alex appeared alongside co-presenter Dermot O’Leary Meanwhile, Gareth Southgate’s England squad for Euro 2024 have agreed to donate some of their match fees for Soccer Aid.The pros and celebrities arrive for Soccer Aid 2024 Soccer Aid line-up 2024FANS can’t wait for Soccer Aid to kick off on Sunday, June 9, 2024.

      Three Lions’ skipper Harry Kane posted: “Good luck everyone!”As always, Soccer Aid sees an England XI take on a Rest of the World team, who this year are managed by Mauricio Pochettino just weeks after Chelsea sacked him.The “home” side are being bossed by Frank Lampard, Harry Redknapp, Vicky McClure and Robbie Williams.Lampard said: “Playing in front of a sold-out crowd at Stamford Bridge is special – for any player, on any occasion. I’m excited to be doing that again – this time with Soccer Aid for Unicef.”Managing the Soccer Aid England team with Harry will be a proud moment and great fun – but the main focus is rightly on the millions of pounds we can all raise together.”A glimpse into the life of Alex Scott…Scott wore this outfit at the 2023 Soccer AidCredit: RexShe is a presenter on Football Focus and The One ShowAlex made 148 appearances for Arsenal Women – but since quitting playing has appeared in magazines including AttitudeCredit: Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards and Attitude magazine – on sale nowThe former right-back won 140 England Women’s capsCredit: Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards and Attitude magazine – on sale nowScott began dating singer Jess Glynne in 2023Credit: RexThe 39-year-old was spotted sharing a kiss with Jess as the couple went public with their romanceCredit: PAScott loves to dress up and went to town on Halloween with this incredible outfitCredit: GettyShe also dressed up as a scary clown on October 31Credit: Instagram @alexscott2Scott was awarded an MBE in 2017Credit: PA More

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      Laura Woods reunites with boyfriend Adam Collard as glamorous ITV host gets over accident before jetting to Euro 2024

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      LAURA WOODS was reunited with boyfriend Adam Collard just days before she jets off to Germany to cover Euro 2024.The popular presenter, 36, has been out of the spotlight in recent weeks after a freak accident led to a nasty gash above her eye.Laura Woods has found time to relax before the EurosCredit: instagramThe couple got together ahead of a hectic few weeksCredit: laurawoodsy/Instagram..Laura and Adam Collard have shared loving snaps in recent weeksCredit: In stagramHowever, she returned to TV screens last weekend as she fronted TNT Sports’ coverage of the Champions League final from Wembley.And after another stint away from Collard, they got together for some downtime on Sunday.The former Love Islander shared a snap on his Instagram story.In it, Laura is curled up on a giant bean bag under a blanket with her beloved pug dog.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLRocking a white t-shirt, she smiles to the camera while holding a drink in one hand and scrolling through her phone with the other.There was a sign her injury has not healed as Laura’s eye was protected by subtle white strips around it.Collard captioned the post for his 1million followers: “Back with the girls,” followed by a white heart emoji. The couple – who started dating last October after he slid into her DMs – recently jetted off to Mexico for a romantic getaway holiday.Most read in Euro 2024PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament.

      EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSThey put on the PDA as they snogged and cuddled up on the beach before the shocking injury ordeal when a lampshade smashed on Woods.That forced her to miss out on covering Tyson Fury’s defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia last month.Laura Woods gets hair done and dresses up for award show But after her excellent performance as Real Madrid lifted a 15th European crown, the former Sky Sports and talkSPORT presenter will fly out to Germany this week to make the final preparations for the Euros.She will be a key star in the hot seat for ITV’s coverage – alongside the likes of Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Ian Wright, Karen Carney, Eni Aluko and Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou.Laura is the face of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverageShe regularly hosts DAZN’s boxing coverage as wellCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyShe has gathered a huge social media following in recent yearsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyShe has become TNT Sports’ main Champions League anchor this seasonCredit: GettyLaura presented coverage of Anthony Joshua’s bout with Jermaine FranklinCredit: RexLaura also likes to let her hair down when not workingCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyLaura went Instagram official with her romance with Adam CollardCredit: InstagramLaura is dating former Love Island star Adam CollardCredit: InstagramThe presenter is ITV’s host for Lionesses coverageCredit: GettyShe also works for ITV on their coverage of the NFLCredit: InstagramShe loves a day at the races during the summerCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsyWoods previously hosted the talkSPORT Breakfast alongside great pal Ally McCoistCredit: Instagram More

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      Clive Tyldesley leads calls for commentators to use banned word once per season without losing their jobs

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      CLIVE TYLDESLEY has led calls for commentators at certain times to be allowed to say “f***”. The veteran commentator was at the forefront of ITV’s football coverage for 22 years including five World Cups and five European Championships. Clive Tyldesley has led calls for commentators to be allowed to say ‘f***’Credit: Rex FeaturesThe veteran commentator was at the forefront of ITV’s football coverage for 22 yearsCredit: GettyTyldesley was replaced by Sam Matterface in 2020 but continued to work for CBS Sports and Amazon Prime. The 69-year-old was memorable for his iconic phrases but admits there are times when eloquent language does not quite cut it.And he shared that commentators should be allowed to use explicit language during those tense times in games.He said on the Football Authorities podcast: “I just think once a season a commentator should be allowed to use the F-word without losing their job.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”Some goals, some moments, some misses, simply demand a swear word — the swear word — to capture their full impact.”I would need to choose the moment carefully . . . but sometimes you need to say what you see.”The veteran pundit is still at ITV and will be apart of their Euor 2024 team in Germany with Sam Matterface, Seb Hutchinson, Pien Meulensteen and Joe Speight. Co-commentators for the tournament include former footballers Lee Dixon, Ally McCoist and Andros Townsend.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTyldesley who appears on Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, also blasted Wembley security after pitch invasions marred last Saturday’s Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund.The pundit – who has covered five World Cups, 17 Champions League finals, and nine FA Cup finals – said: “Pitch invasions at the start of Saturday’s game were not a laughing matter.First look inside the Scotland dressing room for Euro 2024 opener against Germany as Sunsport granted VIP stadium access”I think there are all kinds of implications now for Wembley’s ability to stage major international matches.”It’s a real worry.” More

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      Euro 2024 TV guide: Which games do ITV and BBC have at the tournament?

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      FOOTBALL fans are eagerly anticipating the summers European Championships. Thousands of fans will be travelling from across Europe to see their nation in action in Germany, including qualifying home nation sides; England and Scotland.Fans will are eagerly anticipating Euro 2024Credit: GettyBut how will they be able to watch it from home?Credit: AlamyHowever, many fans will remain in the UK to watch Euro 2024.Both ITV and BBC will be showing matches, with the decision on who is hosting what games already decided for the group stages. What games do ITV and BBC have?You can see a list of the confirmed TV picks for each broadcaster below:
      14-Jun Germany v Scotland 8pm ITV
      15-Jun Hungary v Switzerland 2pm ITV
      15-Jun Spain v Croatia 5pm ITV
      15-Jun Italy v Albania 8pm BBC
      16-Jun Poland v Netherlands 2pm BBC
      16-Jun Slovenia v Denmark 5pm ITV
      16-Jun Serbia v England 8pm BBC
      17-Jun Romania v Ukraine 2pm BBC
      17-Jun Belgium v Slovakia 5pm ITV
      17-Jun Austria v France 8pm ITV
      18-Jun Turkey v Georgia 5pm BBC
      18-Jun Portugal v Czech Republic 8pm BBC
      19-Jun Croatia v Albania 2pm ITV
      19-Jun Germany v Hungary 5pm BBC
      19-Jun Scotland v Switzerland 8pm BBC
      20-Jun Slovenia v Serbia 2pm ITV
      20-Jun Denmark v England 5pm BBC
      20-Jun Spain v Italy 8pm ITV
      21-Jun Slovakia v Ukraine 2pm BBC
      21-Jun Poland v Austria 5pm ITV
      21-Jun Netherlands v France 8pm BBC
      22-Jun Georgia v Czech Republic 2pm BBC
      22-Jun Turkey v Portugal 5pm ITV
      22-Jun Belgium v Romania 8pm ITV
      23-Jun Switzerland v Germany 8pm BBC
      23-Jun Scotland v Hungary 8pm BBC
      24-Jun Albania v Spain 8pm BBC
      24-Jun Croatia v Italy 8pm BBC
      25-Jun Netherland v Austria 5pm BBC
      25-Jun France v Poland 5pm BBC
      25-Jun England v Slovenia 8pm ITV
      25-Jun Denmark v Serbia 8pm ITV
      26-Jun Slovakia v Romania 5pm BBC
      26-Jun Ukraine v Belgium 5pm BBC
      26-Jun Georgia v Portugal 8pm ITV
      26-Jun Czech Republic v Turkey 8pm ITV
      All the games will also be available on BBC iPlayer and ITVX respectively.TV for the knockout rounds of the tournament will be announced in due course. However, some allocation for them has already been made.ITV will have the first three picks plus the fifth and seventh picks in the Round of 16 games. Most read in FootballBBC will then have the first and third picks for the Quarter-finals.For the Semi-final, ITV will have the first pick.Both broadcasters will then show the July 14 Final on their respective channels. More