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      England fans draped in flags down pints as they get ready to cheer on Three Lions in first Euro 2024 clash with Serbia

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      THOUSANDS of England fans are gearing up to cheer on the Three Lions in their first Euros clash.With 300,000 Brits travelling to Germany to watch the game, some are starting the celebrations early by sinking pints in the glorious sunshine.English fans draped in flags downed pints in Gelsenkirchen ahead of the Serbia clashCredit: RexThree Lions fans continued to sink pints on a glorious afternoonCredit: RexPints are being sunk in numbers at Gelsenkirchen before the big clashCredit: Jeremy SelwynFace painting in the main square in GelsenkirchenCredit: RexEngland fans in Heinrich-Konig-PlatzCredit: PAThree Lions fans proudly flew the flag in Gelsenkirchen as the build up continuesCredit: PAEngland fans in Germany are getting ready for the big clash tonightCredit: APEngland will begin their Euros campaign at 8pm tonight as Gareth Southgate leads his men out at Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen.Three Lions fans in red and white descended on the centre of the German city during the early afternoon.Supporters were in high spirits as they looked forward to today’s game against Serbia.Excited fans were spotted sinking pints on a glorious sunny day as the atmosphere for England’s opener ramped up.Read More in Euro 2024And footy lovers were also seen singing songs arm-in-arm before the opening clash.Many Three Lions fans were covered head to toe in England colours as they represented the country.Cops in Germany, England and Serbia have deemed the match “high-risk,” with fans served lower-alcohol beer in the stadium and banned from drinking in the stands.Stay-at-home fans will down an estimated 30 million pints in pubs and in their houses.Most read in Euro 2024England have got achingly close to finally ending 58 years of hurt in the last few tournaments.The side crashed out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar following a 2-1 loss to France in the quarter finals.It came just two years after the Three Lions heartbreakingly lost on penalties to Italy in a devastating Wembley final at Euro 2020.Gareth Southgate’s five headaches ahead of England v SerbiaEngland remain firm favourites in the competition but must first face Serbia, Denmark and Slovenia in their group.Southgate has already faced questions after leaving a number of big names out of his squad – including Jack Grealish and Marcus Rashford.Harry Maguire is also missing due to injury, while Arsenal ace Ben White, Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling, Tottenham’s James Maddison and Jordan Henderson also failed to make the cut.But Southgate’s men are boosted by the likes of Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham, Arsenal’s Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka, City’s Kyle Walker and Phil Foden and star skipper Harry Kane.Thirsty fans are expected to sink 300million pints during the tournament as they flock to pubs across the country.The British Beer & Pub Association estimates pubs will pour an extra 20million pints worth £94million.Three Lions fans have made themselves heard in GelsenkirchenCredit: ReutersEngland fans gather at the official UEFA Fan Zone at TrabrennbahnCredit: GettyEngland fans at the fan park near the groundCredit: PAFooty supporters arriving in Gelsenkirchen before today’s gameCredit: Jeremy SelwynThere was a strong English presence in Germany todayCredit: ReutersA Three Lions supporter decked head to toe in England coloursCredit: PABrewery Greene King expects to sell seven million pints at its venues – including 37,000 pints tonight in London alone.A £2.7bn spending spree is also predicted – surpassing the £2bn spent during the World Cup in Qatar – as fans take advantage of the sociable game times and warmer weather.Those watching the Three Lions at home are expected to send supermarket sales soaring.Tesco predicts it will flog 33million packs of beer and cider over the coming month.While Asda is expecting to sell 14million units of Budweiser over the tournament.The amount is enough to cover 3,000km – the distance from Leeds to Gelsenkirchen where England play their first game.Jeff Moody, Commercial Director of Bira Group, said: “The Euros arriving in the summer months is fantastic timing for independent retailers after a challenging period.”With favourable kick-off times aligning with the sunshine, we’re expecting pubs, hospitality businesses, convenience stores and electrical retailers in particular to cash in as fans flock to watch the matches.”If the Three Lions do go on to lift the trophy on July 14, the squad has negotiated a bumper share of the £24million the FA will receive.Stars such as captain Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham will share a £9.6million chunk of the prize pot.READ MORE SUN STORIESBoss Southgate is in line for a £4million windfall, with assistant manager Steve Holland also promised a hefty bonus.Sponsorship consultant Nigel Currie said Kane and co would rake in millions more in big money deals for the rest of their careers.England Euro 2024 guideGARETH SOUTHGATE is under no illusions coming into this competition – it is win or bust.
      The Three Lions have never had a better opportunity to end their 58-year wait for a major international trophy given the talent and experience they have in their armoury.
      MANAGER: Gareth Southgate
      The former England star has come closer than anyone since Sir Alf Ramsey to ending the Three Lions’ trophy hoodoo.
      Southgate is aware that the nations expects, and has even suggested he will quit if he doesn’t deliver the European Championship.
      STAR MAN: Jude Bellingham
      The Real Madrid star is arguably the world’s best player at the moment and gives England the platform they need to dominate big games.
      How England attack
      England will look to dominate the ball against almost everybody.
      Declan Rice is crucial in progressing the ball, Bellingham, Saka and Foden will rotate to pull defenders out of position and Kane can both score and drop deep to provide chances for others.
      How England defend
      England press man-to-man with the midfield pushing up to support Kane when the ball is lost and look to win it as close to the opposition goal as possible.
      However, the left-back spot could be a cause for concern, particularly with Luke Shaw entering the tournament with fitness worries.
      Read the full England Euro 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags. More

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      England fans to embrace German tradition by sinking Euros pints at corner shops as locals demand stores stay open late

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      ENGLAND fans heading to the Euros are set to embrace the local culture – by quaffing pints in CORNER SHOPS.The trend in big cities, such as Berlin, Munich and Cologne is to head to your nearest store – known as a “Späti” – grab an ale, then sit out on picnic benches with pals.England fans at the Euros are set to embrace German tradition of sinking pints at corner shopsCredit: APSun man Rob Pattinson with German journalist Kai Feldhaus at a German ‘kiosk’Credit: Dan CharityThe corner shop in Germany is a favourite for a beerCredit: Dan CharityCounters are usually equipped with bottle openers to assist – a far-cry from the pint of milk and tin of beans dash Brits associate with corner shops.Locals say it is a great way to stay local, keep costs down, enjoy the open air, and bag a wider range of beers than most bars can offer.But footie drinkers may still need to get their heads around sessions in the same place they would usually buy their butter or beans.German journalist Kai Feldhaus said: “I think it is a very traditional thing.Read more on Euro 2024“People would start buying stuff from corner shops, which are called ‘late shops’ or ‘Spätis’ in Berlin and Western Germany, when the supermarkets closed.“They would come and buy the basics, and then maybe have a drink as well. Then supermarkets started opening late, but it survived.”You can sit outside a bar, you can sit outside a pub – but you can also sit outside a corner shop.“It is a good place to go for a quick beer, because people walk in and out, you meet people, its a really nice thing to do.Most read in Euro 2024″In Berlin especially it is really common. These are the best places.10 Steps to Victory for England: A Fan’s GuideBBC 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

      “There has been a huge discussion about corner or late shops closing on Sundays, and there has been a lot of protest against that because it is the easiest way to get a quick beer. “Bring it on the road to walk somewhere, to the next location.”I hope England fans will enjoy the corner shops, and I am pretty sure they will because England fans like their beer on the way to the game. So this is made for England fans for the Euros.”The word “Späti” comes from Spätverkaufsstellen – which means “late shopping outlet”.Street drinking is commonplace in Germany – with drinkers gathering on footpaths and squares outside pubs until late, while taking a bottle of Becks on trains or trams is also considered perfectly normal.The practice even has a name – “Wegbier”, which translates to road beer in English.Up to half a million British fans are expected to head to games in Germany – a figure that could rise to 800,000.England’s biggest ever fan exodus kicked off Thursday as it was revealed 350,000 trips are planned to Euro 2024 in Germany.Roaring behind Harry Kane and the gang are supporters eager for a boozy break from the drab election coverage and early summer washout.With the tournament being a quick flight away, at least 40,000 people were anticipated in the first wave of The Great Escape this weekend, ahead of England’s opening match against Serbia in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday.UK Football Policing Unit director Mick Johnson told The Sun: “This is the first major tournament England fans have been able to travel to since 2016 and a lot of fans want to come to Germany to join the party.“At the World Cup in Germany in 2006, around 300,000 travelled but the figure is estimated at around 350,000 this time, so it is something of a record.”Asked about the election, he laughed: “That has to be the main story on why the fans want to get away — you can’t turn the TV on without seeing it!”READ MORE SUN STORIESTournament veteran Simon Harris, who helped manage the London England Fans supporters club, said: “There’s a whole new generation of young fans ready to travel. There’ll be lots of singing and drinking beer.”Thousands of England fans are expected to flock to Germany to watch the tournamentCredit: APFeeling Blue?

      By Jerome Starkey
      BRITISH troops kept the French football team awake from all-night war games.
      Troops from the 19th Light Brigade drilled with cannons, assault rifles and flash bang grenades for three nights in a row — as the team headed by Kylian Mbappe, tried to rest.
      Locals were furious to hear the loud noises at 3am from the British-run base in Sennelager, Germany.
      The Blues moved into a hotel in Bad Lippspringe just a mile away on Wednesday.
      A source in the French camp said: “People have said it’s like being in a war zone.”
      The Army said they had planned the exercise months in advance.
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      Three Lions fans gather in Germany ahead of England’s opener as HUGE sum team will pocket if they lift trophy revealed

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      THOUSANDS of Three Lions fans gathered in Germany yesterday ahead of England’s Euros opener — as it emerged the squad will pocket £14million in bonuses if they win.Supporters were in high spirits as they looked forward to today’s game against Serbia — with Gareth Southgate’s men favourites for the tournament.Harry Kane’s England squad will pocket £14million in bonuses if they win the EurosCredit: GettyHappy Jude Bellingham during an England trainingCredit: RexGareth Southgate’s men are favourites for the tournamentCredit: AFPAnd if they do go on to lift the trophy on July 14, the squad has negotiated a bumper share of the £24million the FA will receive.Stars such as captain Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham will share a £9.6million chunk of the prize pot.Boss Southgate is in line for a £4million windfall, with assistant manager Steve Holland also promised a hefty bonus.Sponsorship consultant Nigel Currie said Kane and co would rake in millions more in big money deals for the rest of their careers.Read More on SportHe said: “Of course, the players love playing for their country but football is huge business and they would fully deserve their bonuses.“Sponsorships and endorsements will go through the roof. Their transfer value will increase and they will have life-long fame. Unlike the class of 1966 their fame and rewards for winning will begin from day one and continue for many years to come.”Whatever the outcome, England fans thronging the bars and fan zones of Gelsenkirchen, where tonight’s game in being played, as well as in neighbouring Dusseldorf, Dortmund and Essen, made it plain they were in the mood to party.Some even hugged supporters from arch rival Germany.Most read in Euro 2024Fans in Three Lions shirts were spotted downing lager in bars from 11am — as authorities pulled back from a drinking crackdown.Full-strength beer has been banned at the 62,000-seat Veltins Arena for tonight’s game and only weak 2.8 per cent brews or Radler shandy will be served. England fans to embrace German tradition of sinking pints at corner shops at Euros as locals demand stores stay open lateBut officials confirmed 4.8 per cent Bitburger beer would be on sale in fan zones for £4.23 a pint.It delighted England fans who were forced to shell out £14 a pint at the Qatar World Cup in 2024.Company director Jamie Holbook, 49, from Grimsby, said as he drank a crisp lager beside a big screen in Essen: “As you can see, I’m not drinking shandy.“I’ve got tickets for the first two games and can’t wait to see what this England team can do. I’m sure the atmosphere will build over the next few days and England have a great chance if players like Jude Bellingham are on form.”Pal David Blake, a 57-year-old care manager, said: “Every England fan I’ve seen here is looking forward to the football and the beer — it’s going to be a great party.Building company boss Paul Taylor, 34, from Manchester, said: “It’s great to finally get here to get the England party started.COME ON ENGLAND!
      A MODEL dubbed “the world’s hottest football fan” has revealed her heartbreak that Jack Grealish was scrapped from England’s Euros team.
      Croatian beauty Ivana Knoll, 26, stole the limelight at the Qatar World Cup in 2022 and is in Berlin to support her team.
      She exclusively told The Sun on Sunday she would be sad not to see the England midfielder but was happy for Croatia.
      She said: “With big players not playing we have a better chance.”

      “The weather’s a bit too much like home at the moment but at least we’re getting away from the election and the beer is strong and cheap.”Bournemouth fan Alan Marsh, 41, his son Tommy, ten, Arsenal fan pal Aaron Drayton, 39, and his son Theo, eight, arrived in Gelsenkirchen after an 11-hour drive.Aaron said: “We haven’t got tickets for the match but we wanted the boys to experience being in the fan zone. “We are all really looking forward to it — hopefully, it will be a memory of a lifetime for them.”But loyalties will be divided for Julie Popple, 57, and her son Jack, 24, who flew from their home in Zug, Switzerland.Jack lives with his Serbian girlfriend Tatjana Stalovic, 23, and says she is convinced her team will triumph. Supporters Leah Ray, 21, and Astrid Wett, 23, in DusseldorfCredit: Paul EdwardsEngland fans enjoy a lager or two in EssenCredit: Paul EdwardsAn England and Germany fan raise a glass together in GelsenkirchenCredit: Story Picture AgencyBut Jack said: “It will be a tough game but I can’t see Serbia beating us.”Police were on alert for 500 Serbian Ultras hooligans threatening to cause trouble in Gelsenkirchen.At least 1,000 officers, including some drafted in from Cologne, Dortmund and Düsseldorf and backed by riot police with batons and shields, were standing by.Meanwhile, an estimated 17million armchair fans were gearing up to watch the game on BBC One.The game is likely to generate the highest TV ratings of the year.It has sent supermarket sales of beer, pizzas, burgers, St George’s flags and even TVs soaring.COME ON ENGLAND!
      MASKED thieves stole a giant 11ft decorative inflatable football worth £1,000 from outside a pub just hours before the Euro 2024 kick-off.
      The crooks pounced at the Duke of Cambridge pub in Mapperley, Nottingham.
      Landlord Simon Fyfe said they were caught on CCTV, adding: “I don’t know what they are going to do with it.”
      He is offering a free bar and food tab for an England game for anyone who helps return the outsize ball.

      Tesco beer buying manager James Renshaw said: “When England play, demand for beer, wine, pizzas and snacks rockets. “The tournament is creating a month-long carnival.”Fraser McKevitt, head of retail at analysts Kantar, said: “The Euros are having a big impact on grocery sales, particularly alcohol.”As well as £40million being spent by those staying at home, another £110million is likely to be spent in Britain’s 35,000 pubs.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey expect an extra 20million pints to be served during the Euros while two million pubgoers will down 14million pints tonight alone.Emma McClarkin, chief executive of the British Beer and Pub Association, said: “Fans cheering on the Three Lions this Sunday know that the pub is the best place to be.” More

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      Sky News host forced to apologise as child drops F-bomb live on air during Euros 2024 report

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      A SKY News host was forced to apologise live on air after a child dropped the F-bomb during a Euros 2024 report.The air turned blue on the news channel when the child used the swear word as revellers in a Scottish pub geared up for the first match of the 2024 tournament between Scotland and host nation Germany.A Sky News star was forced to apologise as a child dropped the F-bomb on airCredit: SkyThe child left the reporter stunned as a result of using the wordCredit: SkySky’s Scotland Correspondent was left visibly shocked after the child made the epic blunder in the pre-watershed moment.Connor Gillies was tasked with speaking to excited fans in a pub in Dunfermline to gauge the reaction before the football match kicked off.It saw him speak to various pubgoers as they shared their thoughts on the tournamemt.As Connor was speaking to an adult accompanying a child at the pub, the man was remarking on how the child has “never seen” Scotland make it to such a high-profile game before.Read More on EurosThe man told host Connor: “He was never born when this happened.”As the man continued to speak to Connor, the young boy could be heard asking: “Can I say something?”As the Sky News star pointed his microphone towards the child, his jaw dropped as he blurted out: “F*** you Germany.”Quickly pulling the microphone away, he began to walk off from the laughing pair as he remarked: “Oh dear, apologies for that language.”Most read in Euro 2024Attempting to gloss over the incident, reporter Connor headed over to another pubgoer to ask him about the “big moment for Scotland”.The man in question replied: “The party doesn’t start until the tartan army is here, let’s do it!”Franz Beckenbauer’s widow Heidi pays emotional tribute to Germany legend husband at Euro 2024 opening match vs ScotlandConnor later shared a clip of the incident online, where he jokingly captioned the footage: “Go live from the pub with the Tartan Army, they said…”Reacting to the unexpected sweary moment, one viewer said: “Was watching…ouch.”As another added: “Watched it live. Absolutely cringed.”Despite the hype before the match, the Scottish fans were left bitterly disappointed when they were beaten by the German side 5-1 in the opening match of the tournament. The hosts took the lead through Florian Wirtz on 10 minutes after a howler from Angus Gunn.Jamal Musiala doubled his country’s lead following fine work from Kai Havertz in the build-up.Just before half-time, Havertz made it three from the penalty spot after a horror challenge from Ryan Porteous, which earned him a straight red card.Niclas Fullkrug’s thunderbolt into the top left corner made it 4-0 before an own goal from Antonio Rudiger ruined a perfect start for the hosts.READ MORE SUN STORIESEmre Can wrapped up proceedings with seconds to go to put the Germans off to a flyer at Euro 2024.
      Match result: Germany 5-1 Scotland
      FREE live stream: ITVX
      Germany team: Neuer, Rudiger, Tah, Kimmich, Havertz, Kroos,  Musiala, Wirtz, Mittelstadt, Gundogan, Andrich
      Scotland team: Gunn, Hendry, Ralston, Hendry, Porteous, Tierney, Robertson, McGregor, McTominay, McGinn, Christie, Adams
      Connor quickly moved on after the F-word incidentCredit: Sky More

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      England fans set to guzzle 300m pints cheering on Three Lions during Euro 2024 in £2.7bn spending blitz

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      THIRSTY England fans are expected to sink 300million pints during the tournament as they flock to pubs across the country.The British Beer & Pub Association estimates pubs will pour an extra 20million pints worth £94million.Thirsty England fans are expected to sink 300million pints during the tournamentCredit: GettyThe British Beer & Pub Association estimates pubs will pour an extra 20million pintsCredit: GettyBrewery Greene King expects to sell seven million pints at its venues – including 37,000 pints tonight in London alone.A £2.7billion spending spree is also predicted – surpassing the £2bn spent during the winter World Cup in Qatar – as fans take advantage of the sociable game times and warmer weather.Those watching the Three Lions at home are expected to send supermarket sales soaring.Tesco predicts it will flog 33million packs of beer and cider over the coming month.Read more Sports NewsWhile Asda is expecting to sell 14million units of Budweiser over the tournament.The amount is enough to cover 3,000km – the distance from Leeds to Gelsenkirchen where England play their first game.Jeff Moody, Commercial Director of Bira Group, said: “The Euros arriving in the summer months is fantastic timing for independent retailers after a challenging period.”With favourable kick-off times aligning with the sunshine, we’re expecting pubs, hospitality businesses, convenience stores and electrical retailers in particular to cash in as fans flock to watch the matches.”Most read in Euro 2024It comes as German cops who slapped a strong beer ban on Three Lions fans say they should smoke cannabis instead.Fears of booze-fuelled trouble at Sunday’s game against Serbia saw stadium chiefs told to serve only weak beer or shandy.What do cannabis plants look and smell like?But cannabis was legalised in Germany on April 1, and a Gelsenkirchen Police spokesman told The Sun yesterday that fans getting “Harry Kaned” on pot will be allowed to puff in peace.Stephan Knipp said: “It’s no problem for fans to smoke cannabis on the street.”If we see a group of people drinking alcohol and looking a bit aggressive, and another group smoking cannabis, of course we’ll look at the group drinking alcohol.”Drinking alcohol can make someone more aggressive, and smoking cannabis puts people in a chill mood.”We want to prevent violence and keep people safe.”Our focus will be on fans who are drinking and potentially getting violent — that’s why we in place safety precautions on alcohol.”German cops who slapped a beer ban on Three Lions fans say they should smoke cannabis insteadCredit: Getty More

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      German cops who slapped beer ban on England fans say they should smoke cannabis instead

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      GERMAN cops who slapped a strong beer ban on Three Lions fans say they should smoke cannabis instead.Fears of booze-fuelled trouble at Sunday’s game against Serbia saw stadium chiefs told to serve only weak beer or shandy.German cops who slapped a beer ban on Three Lions fans say they should smoke cannabis insteadCredit: GettyBut cannabis was legalised in Germany on April 1, and a Gelsenkirchen Police spokesman told The Sun yesterday that fans getting “Harry Kaned” on pot will be allowed to puff in peace.Stephan Knipp said: “It’s no problem for fans to smoke cannabis on the street.“If we see a group of people drinking alcohol and looking a bit aggressive, and another group smoking cannabis, of course we’ll look at the group drinking alcohol.“Drinking alcohol can make someone more aggressive, and smoking cannabis puts people in a chill mood.READ MORE WORLD NEWS“We want to prevent violence and keep people safe.“Our focus will be on fans who are drinking and potentially getting violent — that’s why we in place safety precautions on alcohol.”While fans will be able to smoke dope in many public areas, it will not be allowed inside the 62,000-seat Veltins Arena, nor in fan zones, bars or city squares.And bars in “sensitive areas” of the city will stop serving booze immediately before and after the game.Most read in FootballFears of violence rose over intelligence reports suggesting 500 Putin-supporting Serbian ultras would turn up. What do cannabis plants look and smell like? More

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      Tyson Fury speaks for first time since being escorted out of pub as he fires warning to Oleksandr Usyk

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      TYSON FURY has vowed to climb the heavyweight mountain in his first public statement since his viral boozy night out.The former WBC heavyweight champion had to be escorted out of a pub by bouncers after seemingly having one too many drinks.Tyson Fury is back in the gym following his boozy night outCredit: INSTAGRAM@TYSONFURYFury, 35, was spotted FACE-PLANTING a pavement moments after leaving the venue.But he’s back in the gym just days after his seemingly hangover-inducing night out and has vowed to fulfil his dream of becoming undisputed heavyweight champ.On Thursday morning, the Wythenshawe warrior shared a video of himself hitting the back at his gym with his seven million Instagram followers.His accompanying caption read: “Listen up! I’ve conquered everything in boxing – titles, records, the lot. READ MORE ON FURY”But I’ve never had to come back from a loss.On December 21st in Riyadh, in the heart of the kingdom, the king will reclaim his throne and become undisputed. “Usyk, I’m coming for you! Get ready for the Gypsy King!”The path to redemption is all mine. Most read in Boxing”I know what I have to do, I saw my shortcomings and best believe I am inevitable.”THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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      Wetherspoons’ major rule change ahead of Euro 2024 after boozer slammed for harsh ban during World Cup frenzy

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      WETHERSPOONS has reversed a controversial ban for its boozers on the eve of Euros footie festivities.The proud pub chain in 2018 controversially rolled out bunting featuring every competing nation’s colours – but restricted staff when it came to another key decoration. Punters can expect a more patriotic pub experience for the 2024 EurosCredit: GettySt George’s Cross is set to be welcomed back to Spoons boozersCredit: AlamyThe St George’s Cross, along with all other flags, were barred from being flown in Spoons watering holes during the 2018 World Cup – but patriotic pubs are now being given the go-ahead. Spokesman Eddie Gershon said the previous restriction was an effort to keep each Spoons pub consistent.He explained at the time: “What we aren’t looking for is individual pubs putting extra flags up, so that one pub in Leeds might have a big England flag but another might not.”We have sent this morning bunting to all our pubs, but staff can’t go willy-nilly adding anything they want to it.”Read more sport newsA Worcester barman slammed the move as an “absolute joke”, The Sun reported in 2018.The employee wrote online: “Absolute joke that we have to take our England flags down at work. We are an English pub chain.”The bunting featuring every competing nation will again be handed to all Spoons pubs for the Euros.But now bar staff are being told they can also fly flags at their discretion as the nation cheers on Gareth Southgate’s boys in Germany.Most read in FootballSpokesman Eddie Gershon confirmed to The Sun: “Wetherspoon pubs can put out flags and bunting for the Euros if they wish to do so.”It comes after Spoons moved to end the peculiar “phenomenon” of single-file queuing at its bars.How Wetherspoons brought in strict new ordering rule A Merseyside boozer was snapped putting up a sign that read: “please stand at the bar to be served.”It went viral on social media amid a brewing “campaign to end the recent phenomenon of queuing in single file in pubs” led by @QueuesPub on X.The trend is speculated by some to be a byproduct of Covid times, when punters were forced to stand in lines socially distanced. Spoons chief Tim Martin told The Sun: “On balance, Wetherspoon would opt for the traditional anarchy of the pub non-queue.”It appears tradition is back in vogue at Spoons just in time for Euros footie fever. Spoons’ rules
      KIDS
      Wetherspoons welcomes under-18s during permitted hours, which vary from pub to pub.
      Kids under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
      If alcohol is ordered, some pubs may ask that all members of that party also order a main meal.
      The serving of alcohol is at the manager’s discretion and the purchase or consumption by under-18s is never permitted.
      DOGS
      The pub chain has a blanket ban on canines.
      They aren’t allowed in the pub, in beer gardens or even the car park.
      “Even well trained dogs can sometimes behave unpredictably,” the rules say.
      The only exception to this is for assistance dogs, but Wetherspoons asks that they are clearly marked with a recognisable leash or collar.
      DRESS CODE
      Patrons must be fully dressed at all times – this means no taking off your shirts or footwear.
      The website also stipulates that clothing slogans, accessories or tattoos must not be offensive.
      SMOKING AND VAPING
      This is only allowed in designating smoking areas.
      Wetherspoons warns that rule applies in hotel rooms and external areas.
      BEHAVIOUR
      The pub chain urges all patrons to be considerate to both fellow punters and employees.
      Rules say boozers will work with the cops to prosecute those physically or verbally abusing employees.

      Spoons boss Tim Martin has clarified a few controversial issues in recent timesCredit: AFPExpect a sea of England flags at Spoons pubs throughout the tournamentCredit: Getty More