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      Sweden vs Armenia: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Euro 2020 warm-up match

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      SWEDEN host Armenia as they continue their friendly schedule ahead of Euro 2020.The Swedes have a tough task getting through their group in the finals with Spain, Slovakia and Poland for company.

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      Sweden will be without Zlatan Ibrahimovic at Euro 2020Credit: EPA
      And that task is all the tougher with Zlatan Ibrahimovic now ruled out.
      When is Sweden vs Armenia?

      Sweden’s final game before Euro 2020 will be held on Saturday, June 5.
      Kick-off is at 7.45pm BST.
      This will be the first ever meetings between the two nations.
      Follow the game live HERE with our blog from 6pm.

      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch all of the action live on Sky Sports Football.
      Coverage will start at 7.30pm.
      If you don’t have a Sky subscription, grab a NOW TV pass from £9.99 to stream on your mobile, tablet or PC.

      What is the team news?
      Mikael Lustig is likely to start in defence for Sweden alongside Andreas Granqvist as they were benched in their win over Finland last weekend.
      Victor Lindelof will probably take his place on the bench in preparation for Sweden’s clash with Spain in their opening Euro 2020 game.
      Armenia striker Tigran Barseghyan is set to lead the line while Kamo Hovhannisyan should start in defence.
      Match odds

      Sweden to win – 1/6
      Draw – 5/1
      Armenia victory – 11/1

      *All odds from Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

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      Wales vs Albania: Live stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Euro 2020 warm-up clash

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      WALES face Albania as Rob Page’s side prepare for their Euro 2020 adventure.The Dragons will be hoping to go into the tournament with some momentum as they aim to match their semi-final heroics of 2016.

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      Wales will be hoping Gareth Bale can fire them to success in Euro 2020Credit: PA
      When is Wales vs Albania?

      The final warm-up match of Wales’ schedule is set for Saturday, June 5.
      Kick-off is at 5pm BST.
      The sides last met in a 2018 friendly, where the visitors triumphed 1-0 thanks to a Bekim Balaj strike.

      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch this game live on free-to-air TV if you live in Wales.
      S4C will be showing the match in full, with Welsh language commentary.
      And if you want to stream from elsewhere in the UK, you can watch S4C through the BBC iPlayer with a valid TV licence.
      Sky Sports Football will also be showing the match.

      What is the team news?
      Wales boss Robert Page won’t want to play a full-strength side as his team’s first Euros game with Switzerland is taking place just seven days from now.
      Gareth Bale will probably be benched for the game, as will Man Utd’s Daniel James.
      Leeds star Tyler Roberts and Juventus’ Aaron Ramsey could play from the off.
      Myrto Uzuni and Sokol Cikaleshi should flank striker Armando Broja up top for Albania.
      Match odds

      Wales to win – 8/13
      Draw – 13/5
      Albania victory – 4/1

      *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Italy vs Czech Republic: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for international friendly match-up

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      ITALY take on Czech Republic as part of their pre-Euro 2020 preparations later this week. The Azzurri get their tournament underway on June 11 in the tournament’s first game against Turkey.
      Jorginho will be one of the first names on the team sheet for Italy at Euro 2020Credit: EPA
      Czech Republic meanwhile will face both England and Scotland, as well as Croatia.
      What time does Italy vs Czech Republic kick-off?

      Italy’s friendly clash with Czech Republic will be get underway from 7.45pm UK time on Friday, June 4.
      The game will take place at the Renato Dall’Ara Stadium in Bologna, Italy.
      There will be a limited amount of fans in attendance at the clash because of coronavirus restrictions.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Italy vs Czech Republic will be shown live on Sky Sports Football.
      You can live stream the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile, device, tablet or Smart TV.

      Team news
      For Italy, Stefano Sensi is not expected to start the game because of an adductor injury while Francesco Acerbi is out with ligament damage.
      Marco Verratti has a knee problem which means he is also unlikely to start the game.
      Jorginho and Emerson Palmeiri are available following their Champions League final win with Chelsea but only the latter should start.
      For the Czech Republic, Patrik Schick will be starting up front while West Ham’s Tomas Soucek should get the nod in midfield.
      Odds

      Italy – 4/7
      Draw – 14/5
      Czech Republic – 15/4

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

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      Spain vs Portugal: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Euro 2020 warm-up friendly

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      SPAIN and Portugal will be battling it out this summer at the Euros but must first face each other in a friendly clash. Portugal are the current European champions and looking to retain the title they won five long years ago at Euro 2016.
      Cristiano Ronaldo will be looking to win another Euros title this summerCredit: Reuters
      Meanwhile, under Luis Enrique, Spain are looking to get back to the standards that saw them clinch the European Championship in 2008 and 2012.
      What time does Spain vs Portugal kick-off?

      Portugal’s clash with Spain will get underway from 6.30pm UK time on Friday, June 4.
      Spain’s home clash with Portugal will be contested at the Estadio Municipal de Butarque in Leganes.
      There will be a limited capacity inside the ground due to coronavirus restrictions.

      England boast the most-valuable squad of all Euro 2020 nations
      What TV channel is Spain vs Portugal on and can it be live streamed?

      Spain vs Portugal will be shown live on Sky Sports Football.
      You can live stream the action from the NOW TV and Sky Go apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile device, tablet or Smart TV.

      Team news
      Spain are likely to start with Europa League winner Pau Torres at the back alongside Eric Garcia.
      Gerard Moreno, Torres’ club team-mate could also make an appearance for the off, with Ferran Torres hoping for a chance to shine too.
      Ruben Dias and Bernardo Silva are likely going to be on the bench for Portugal after arriving late from Champions League final duty but Joao Cancelo, who didn’t start the final, could play from the off.
      Joao Felix, Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes are all expected to start.
      Odds

      Spain – 11/10
      Draw – 11/5
      Portugal – 21/10

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

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      Argentina vs Chile: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for World Cup qualifier

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      ARGENTINA take on Chile in a warm-up for the Copa America like no other.In just over a week, the Argentines are set to face the Chileans in the tournament’s opening fixture.
      Messi and Argentina are looking to take a step closer to QatarCredit: AFP
      Chile have made a sluggish start to World Cup qualifyingCredit: Reuters
      However, first there’s a small matter of World Cup qualifying, with each team to play two re-arranged games.
      Messi and co currently sit second behind Brazil with three wins and a draw so far, while Chile have just four points from their opening four games.
      What time does Argentina vs Chile kick off?

      Argentina take on Chile on Thursday, June 3 locally – Friday, June 4 in the UK.
      The match kicks off at 1am Friday UK time – 9pm Thursday in Argentina and 8pm Thursday in Chile.
      It will be played at the Estadio Unico Madre de Cidades, Santiago del Estero.
      Last time the two sides met, they played out a 0-0 draw in a friendly in Los Angeles in 2019.

      What TV channel is Argentina vs Chile on and can I live stream it?

      Argentina vs Chile is live on Premier Sports 1 in the UK.
      Coverage commences at 1am following the conclusion of Uruguay vs Paraguay.
      To stream the game live, head to the Premier Player.

      Team news
      Argentina have a clean bill of health, with only Sergio Aguero and Juan Foyth having yet to join the group following the Champions League and Europa League finals respectively.
      Reports in Argentina claim the starting xi is likely to be as follows:
      Armani, Montiel/Foyth, Martinez Quarta, Pezzella, Tagliafico; De Paul, Paredes, Lo Celso, Di Maria; Messi, Lautaro Martinez

      Latest odds
      Argentina 8/15
      Draw 14/5
      Chile 9/2 More

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      Ukraine vs Northern Ireland: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for international clash

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      NORTHERN IRELAND won’t be taking part in this summer’s Euros but will be helping Ukraine prepare for their campaign when they clash this week. Ukraine have two friendlies to play before the start of Euro 2020, as they take on Cyprus following their game with Northern Ireland.
      Ukraine take on Northern Ireland in a friendly ahead of Euro 2020Credit: Getty
      What time does Ukraine vs Northern Ireland kick-off?

      Northern Ireland’s away clash with Ukraine will get underway from 7pm UK time on Thursday, June 3.
      The game will take place at the Dnipro Arena in Eastern Ukraine.
      There will be a limited amount of fans in the stadium due to coronavirus restrictions.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Northern Ireland’s game with Ukraine will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event.
      You can live stream the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Yevhen Konoplyanka will play not part for Ukraine but hopes to be fit for the start of Euro 2020.
      The game may also come too soon for Oleksandr Zinchenko following the Champions League final.
      Dan Ballard and Kyle Lafferty are both back for Northern Ireland following their respective play-off games.
      Odds

      Ukraine – 8/13
      Draw – 23/10
      Northern Ireland – 5/1

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

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      France vs Wales: TV channel, live stream free, team news and kick-off time for TONIGHT’S Euro 2020 warm-up friendly

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      FRANCE take on Wales in a friendly match-up tonight as both sides prepare for this summer’s European Championships. Didier Deschamps’ side are among the favourites to win this year’s competition, having got to the final five years ago and winning the World Cup back in 2018.
      France take on Wales in preparation for their Euro 2020 campaignCredit: AFP
      But Wales will be looking to put together another brilliant run of their own, after reaching the semis in 2016.
      Preparation for the Dragons this time around has been turbulent however, with Ryan Giggs now not taking charge of the team he led to the tournament.
      Instead, interim boss Robert Page will step into the Man Utd legend’s shoes.
      What time does France vs Wales kick-off?

      France’s match-up with Wales will get going from 8.05pm UK time on Wednesday, June 2 – TODAY.
      The game will take place at the Stade Allianz Riviera in Nice, France.
      There will be a limited amount of spectators inside the ground due to Covid restrictions.

      What TV channel is France vs Wales on and can I live stream it?

      France’s clash with Wales will be shown live on Sky Sports Football.
      You can live stream the action live with your Sky Go app if you are a Sky Sports subscriber.
      Non-Sky Sports subscribers can still watch all the action with a Now TV Day Pass from £9.99.
      Welsh-speaking viewers can watch all the action live on S4C.

      Can I watch France vs Wales for free?

      UK viewers can watch France vs Wales for free… but only in Welsh.
      S4C is free for all viewers in the United Kingdom with a TV licence.

      Team news
      France will have Karim Benzema in their squad for the first time in five years after being recalled by manager Didier Deschamps.
      Mike Maignan is likely to start in goal for France with Jules Kounde also set to be handed his first international cap.
      Rubin Colwill was the shock inclusion in the Wales squad but will likely sit on the bench.
      Aaron Ramsey and Gareth Bale are both set to start against France.
      France squad

      Hugo Lloris (GK) (c)
      Steve Mandanda (GK)
      Mike Maignan (GK)
      Leo Dubois
      Benjamin Pavard
      Kurt Zouma
      Jules Kounde
      Raphael Varane
      Clement Lenglet
      Prinsel Kimpembe
      Lucas Digne
      Lucas Hernandez
      N’Golo Kante
      Paul Pogba
      Adrien Rabiot
      Corentin Tolisso
      Moussa Sissoko
      Karim Benzema
      Olivier Giroud
      Kylian Mbappe
      Marcus Thuram
      Kingsley Coman
      Wissam Ben Yedder
      Antoine Griezmann
      Thomas Lemar
      Ousmane Dembele

      Wales squad

      Wayne Hennessey (GK)
      Danny Ward (GK)
      Adam Davies (GK)
      Aaron Ramsey
      Ben Davies
      Joe Rodon
      Chris Mepham
      Ethan Ampadu
      Connor Roberts
      Tom Lockyer
      Matt Smith
      Joe Morrell
      Joe Allen
      Jonny Williams
      Kieffer Moore
      David Brooks
      Harry Wilson
      Neco Williams
      Dan James
      Ben Cabango
      Rhys Norrington-Davies
      Dylan Levitt
      Rubin Colwill
      Tyler Roberts
      Chris Gunter
      Gareth Bale

      Odds

      France – 1/5
      Draw – 9/2
      Wales – 11/1

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

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      Netherlands vs Scotland: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for TONIGHT’S Euro 2020 warm-up

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      SCOTLAND are stepping up their preparations for a first international tournament in 23 years with a daunting friendly against Holland.Steve Clarke’s men brilliantly overcame Serbia in November to reach the Euros for the first time in a generation.
      Scotland are looking to make a big splash at their first international tournament for 23 yearsCredit: Getty
      Georginio Wijnaldum will captain Holland in Virgil Van Dijk’s absenceCredit: Getty
      And they now take on a Dutch side who comfortably qualified for Euro 2020 two years ago but are now under new management.
      Frank de Boer has replaced Ronald Koeman after the former Everton boss joined Barcelona last summer.
      Scotland take on England, Croatia and Czech Republic in Euro 2020 while Holland face Austria, Ukraine and North Macedonia.
      What time does Holland vs Scotland kick off?

      Holland vs Scotland takes place on Wednesday, June 2 – TODAY.
      The match kicks off at 7.45pm UK and local time – 8.45pm in Holland.
      It will be held at the Estadio Algarve in Faro, Portugal.
      Last time these two sides met, Memphis Depay scored the only goal as the Dutch ran out 1-0 winners in a friendly at Pittodrie in 2017.

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

      Holland vs Scotland is live on Sky Sports Main Event.
      Coverage commences at 7.30pm – 15 minutes before kick-off.
      To stream the game live, head to your Sky Go app.
      Non-Sky Sports subscribers can still watch all the action with a Now TV Day Pass from £9.99.

      Team news
      The big news from the Holland camp is that the Dutch will be without Virgil van Dijk, who pulled out of the squad to focus on getting fit for Liverpool next season.
      Ryan Jack and Kenny McLean would have been likely to start in midfield for Scotland but have both missed out on their Euro 2020 squad through injury.
      As a result, Chelsea’s Billy Gilmour and Celtic’s David Turnbull could be due for a runout.
      Holland squad

      Jesper Cillessen (GK)
      Tim Krul (GK)
      Martin Stekelenburg (GK)
      Patrick van Aanholt
      Nathan Ake
      Daley Blind
      Denzel Dumfries
      Matthijs de Ligt
      Jurrien Timber
      Joel Veltman
      Stefan de Vrij
      Owen Windal
      Donny van de Beek
      Ryan Gravenberch
      Frenkie de Jong
      Davy Klaassen
      Teun Koopmeiners
      Martin de Roon
      Georginio Wijnaldum (c)
      Steven Berghuis
      Cody Gakpo
      Luuk de Jong
      Donyell Malen
      Memphis Depay
      Quincy Promes
      Wout Weghorst

      Scotland squad

      Craig Gordon (GK)
      David Marshall (GK)
      Jon McLaughlin (GK)
      Liam Cooper
      Declan Gallagher
      Grant Hanley
      Jack Hendry
      Scott McKenna
      Stephen O’Donnell
      Nathan Patterson
      Andy Robertson (c)
      Greg Taylor
      Kieran Tierney
      Stuart Armstrong
      Ryan Christie
      John Fleck
      James Forrest
      Ryan Fraser
      Billy Gilmour
      John McGinn
      Callum McGregor
      Scott McTominay
      David Turnbull
      Che Adams
      Lyndon Dykes
      Kevin Nisbet

      Latest odds
      Holland 2/5
      Draw 7/2
      Scotland 11/2
      *Odds from Paddy Power correct as of Monday, May 31. More