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      We’re Russian Millwall fans – we are backing ENGLAND to win Euro 2024 from our British pub just MILES from the Kremlin

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      MILLWALL-loving Russian football fans have vowed to back England at Euro 2024 – saying politics and war won’t stop them cheering on the Three Lions. The Anglophiles will be getting behind Harry Kane and the lads from their favourite boozer Churchill’s Pub in the heart of Moscow – just seven miles from the Kremlin.Millwall’s so-called “Russian Lions” gather at Churchill’s Pub in MoscowCredit: MILLWALL RUSSIAN LIONSThe pub is decked out in all sorts of English and Millwall memorabiliaStanding in the window is a mannequin paying tribute to Winston ChurchillThe fans have vowed to back England at Euro 2024Credit: MILLWALL RUSSIAN LIONSTucking into fish and chips while drinking London Pride beer, Millwall’s so-called “Russian Lions” wear their love of the English and England with pride.And they will wave their St George’s cross flag despite the two countries being in a deep freeze amid Vladimir Putin’s nuclear threats and his brutal war in Ukraine. Churchill’s Pub is a haven of Englishness – decked with scarves, shirts, merch, football on the TV, and even a traditional red phone box outside.They even have a Millwall-themed band now – Max & The Jellied Eels Inc.READ MORE ON EURO 2024And in 2019, the group was handed the title of the official Russian fan club of Millwall FC.Standing proud in the window of their pub is a mannequin with a mock-up World War 2 hero Winston Churchill’s iconic bowler hat, dickie bow and waistcoat.Russia has been banned from Euro 2024 – being suspended from all UEFA and FIFA competitions since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.The war has seen Putin’s nation become a pariah state – with Vlad now preferring to rub shoulders with tyrannical dictator pals like North Korea’s dumpy despot Kim Jong-un.Most read in Euro 2024But the Russian footie fans insist amid the frosty politics, barbed threats and even talk of war – the beautiful game is the way to bring people across borders together again. England games will be shown on the big screens at Churchill’s Pub – and they still manage to get EFL games using an internet TV stick despite official broadcast being banned in Russia.The pub has also managed to start getting hold of bottled versions of Fuller’s beers – including their beloved London Pride – despite originally struggling due to sanctions. Thankfully, the supply of potatoes and fish for their traditional suppers remains unhindered.Millwall’s Russian fans told The Sun that they have never been hassled over their love of the English.Maxim Prokhorenko, 45, head of the Russian Lions, told The Sun: “Churchill’s Pub is working as usual. It’s no problem in Russia with it. “You can support any sports team you want.”I love Cockney slang even though I don’t understand a thing, me old China.Maxim ProkhorenkoHe added: “I don’t support the UK’s political course. But I love the UK and have been there many times.”I love London, I love the weather, I love your mentality and incredible sense of humour, my favourite restaurant in London is Manzes Pie and Eel House in Peckham.”I love Cockney slang even though I don’t understand a thing, me old China.”I even love tea with milk. “And I love Millwall – no one can prohibit me to do this.” St George’s flag hangs in the window of Churchill’s Pub – just mile from the KremlinThe pub has a portrait of its namesake Churchill on the wallThe fans are massive anglophiles – loving British beer and British grubThey have managed to get hold of Fuller’s bottles to stock their fridgeCredit: MILLWALL RUSSIAN LIONSThe group love Millwall – but also love EnglandMaxim previously explained he was introduced to Millwall while working with a British building firm on a job in Russia.And now he told us his love of England was sparked while attending the World Cup in Italy back in 1990.”I fell in love with the brilliant England team and with Gazza showing his best magic,” he said.The engineer added that England have “everything” to win Euro 2024 – but just need “a bit of luck”. Maxim said: “In every football tournament England is one of the favourites, but every time something goes wrong.”Brilliant players, the EPL is the best league in the world, good managers, best fans.”Maxim singled out Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham as the Three Lions top stars.He added he thinks the Bayern Munich striker “deserves” a trophy – and just like his team “needs some luck”.Real Madrid sensation Bellingham meanwhile is the “future” of England – with Maxim saying he is sure that 20-year-old Jude will get trophies with the Three Lions. But he worried England could be let down by the team’s back line – with Harry Maguire left out of the squad with a calf injury.England started off their campaign well with a win over Serbia – but today face Denmark, before going on to face Slovenia in their third game of the group stage.The Three Lions went into the tournament as the narrow favourites over France – scoring 19.9% chance of winning according to sports firm Opta’s supercomputer simulation. Russia banned from Euro 2024
      By Juliana Cruz Lima
      RUSSIAN teams were banned by UEFA from international competitions within days of the brutal invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
      Russia appealed against the bans to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), but these were dismissed in July that same year.
      The initial called was made by Uefa’s executive committee on then upheld by the CAS.
      The football body also wanted to keep Russian flags out of the stadium when Ukraine played its first European Championship game Monday after some were displayed in the stands at other matches.
      Following Putin’s war in Ukraine, his country was also banned from th 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
      Still, Russian citizens could try to buy tickets for Euro 2024 games.
      But UEFA said it wanted to keep Russian flags out of the stadium when Ukraine played its first European Championship game on Monday.
      UEFA said security staff would try to intercept and remove Russian flags from being displayed at the Munich stadium where Ukraine played Romania.
      The national flag of white, red and blue horizontal bands has been displayed at some of the first group-stage matches, including in Munich last Friday next to Scotland flags at the opening game against Germany.

      Maxim was clear to draw dividing lines between his country and his politics, saying while he thinks of himself as a “Russian patriot” he believes that “sport must be above politics”. He said: “I have lots of mates in the UK – we are friends, cause we are fans of the same team and are missing each other now.”They are waiting for the day to come to see beautiful Moscow and have a pint in Churchill’s, and we are waiting when we can visit home games at the Den and away games anywhere else in UK.” Foreign Office travel advice says you currently cannot fly directly from Russia to the UK – or through EU countries.And the UK does not issue visa-free travel to Russians.Maxim was hopeful however that soon they would soon be able to come to the UK, but added “it is not the best time to travel”. Another of the Russian Lions, Maxim Tcherviakov, added: “The relations between our countries leave much to be desired, but this does not affect the relations between people in any way. We communicate well with the English fans of Millwall. “We have never had and cannot have any problems communicating with the British.” And another fan, Dmitry Kokorin, told us that beers have become more expensive – but they still manage to get hold of British brews.He said: “I hope they get back to the final. And they have a lot of quality players to win gold. “But the only reason they won’t win is the head coach. ” I think Southgate is too cowardly to try and play a more aggressive style.”Echoing his pals, he also said football remains above politics.Dmitry said: “Football is out of politics. When we go to watch games in Churchill, some guys ask us which team we support and start cheering for Millwall. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Nobody hates us here.”Who are Max & The Jellied Eels Inc?
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      RUSSIA’S Millwall-mad football fans have even formed their own band – Max & The Jellied Eels Inc.
      Head of the supporters club Maxim Prokhorenko was the mastermind behind the music.
      With one of the members of the “Russian Lions” being a former singer in a metal band, they decided to record a punk rock version of “Let Em Come”.
      The song is a traditional Millwall anthem originally performed by Roy Green.
      And alongside the song, they also recorded a music video – and it was an instant hit among Millwall fans.
      “The lads decided to keep going, so we finally composed and recorded an album with 10 songs. We have called it ‘Behind The Wall’,” said Maxim.
      Following the tragic death of Millwall’s chairman John Berylson – they decided to dedicate their album to his memory.
      Maxim said: “Our project is not commercial, the only aim is to popularize Millwall worldwide with our music, and to have fan at our gigs drinking beers and making some noise.
      “And hope one day we’ll play at the Den before some home game.” More

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      Tyson Fury’s reaction after footage of him collapsing in street after boozy night emerged revealed by Joseph Parker

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      TYSON FURY has admitted he had a “FEW TOO MANY” drinks before he was forced to leave a Morecambe bar, according to his team-mate.The Gypsy King was spotted looking worse for wear during a recent night out at the town’s Nowhere Bar.Tyson Fury recently enjoyed a boozy night out at Nowhere Lounge Bar in MorecambeCredit: INSTAGRAM@TYSONFURYThe former WBC heavyweight champion had to be escorted out of the bar before he had a little tumble outsideCredit: SuppliedFury told his team-mate and pal Joseph Parker that he’d had “too many drinks”Credit: GETTYFury, 35, had to be escorted out of the boozer by bouncers after knocking back his first bevvies in over a year.Moments later, the former WBC heavyweight champion was seen FACE-PLANTING the pavement as he tried to get back to his feet.Brit boxing legend Fury has seen the funny side of the aftermath of his boozy night out, which he’s insisted will be his last until after his rematch with Oleksandr UsykIn an interview with SecondsOut, pal Joseph Parker claims the Wythenshawe warrior told him: “I just had a few too many drinks.READ MORE ON FURY”Now it’s time to get back to work and time to focus on the fight ahead on the 21st of December.”A source close to Fury revealed to SunSport that he was slightly under the weather on his boozy night out.They said: “He had a couple too many and wasn’t feeling too well either.”Fury suffered a split decision defeat to former pound-for-pound king Usyk in their historic undisputed showdown last month.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe former unified heavyweight champ was dangerously close to being knocked out in the ninth stanza.Defeat to Usyk, the first of his professional career, has lit a fire under fan favourite Fury.Watch Tyson Fury train as he reveals he’s in uncharted territory for first time ever ahead of Oleksandr Usyk rematch In a recent Instagram video of himself training, he said: “Hey guys, Tyson Fury here. Back in the gym, as you can see.”[I’m] counting down the days until I can get my redemption on Usyk.”December 21 is going to be my time. I’ve done everything in boxing, but I ain’t come back from a loss.”And I relish it, the chance to redeem myself GET UP.”December 21 is all me – undisputed heavyweight here I come.”The accompanying caption for the clip said: “Listen up!”I’ve conquered everything in boxing – titles, records, the lot.”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!READ MORE SUN STORIES”The path to redemption is all mine.”I know what I have to do, I saw my shortcomings and best believe I am inevitable.”How rich are the Furys?
      Tyson and Paris Fury have an estimated combined net worth over £70 million.
      The bulk of this comes from Tyson’s heavyweight boxing paydays, most recently earning £80 million from his clash with Oleksandr Usyk.
      Experts believe he has a whopping £300 million sitting in the bank, which is also thanks to the Fury family’s Netflix show and five book deals.
      But mum-of-seven Paris proved she can take on the world after stepping down from Tyson’s company in August 2022 to focus on her own projects. 
      In just one year of flying solo, she raked in £180,000 from book and PR deals, and social media ads.
      The couple live with their seven children in a £1.7 million mansion in Morecambe, Lancashire.

      Tyson Fury will renew his rivalry with Oleksandr Usyk on December 21Credit: GETTY More

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      I’ve renamed my pub after West Ham winger Jarrod Bowen for the Euros & even added a new sign

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      A PUB has renamed itself after West Ham winger Jarrod Bowen for the Euros — replacing all its signage for the duration of the tournament.The Wheatsheaf in Chelmsford, Essex, has become the Jarrod Bow Inn to mark his selection after four-fifths of punters voted for it in a poll.Punter Emma Lock, 37, above with pal, said: ‘It is exactly the kind of stuff you want to see during the Euros’Credit: Peter JordanOwner Paul Kelly, 53, said: ‘I’m a Gooner so I didn’t enjoy sticking up the signs but when it comes to England we’re all in it together’Credit: Peter JordanThe Jarrod Bow Inn – with its new sign for the EurosCredit: Peter JordanOwner Paul Kelly, 53, said: “I’m a Gooner so I didn’t enjoy sticking up the signs but when it comes to England we’re all in it together.”Punter Emma Lock, 37, added: “It is exactly the kind of stuff you want to see during the Euros.”Residents of Bellingham in Northumberland, meanwhile, have adopted starman Jude as their own ahead of tonight’s clash against Denmark. Villager Les Armstrong, 87, said: “He’d be made mayor if he visited here.”READ MORE ON EURO 2024Meanwhile in Germany, the bad weather has forced Uefa into making a late decision regarding England’s upcoming Euro 2024 clash.The Three Lions face Denmark looking to confirm their place in the knockouts with a victory in Frankfurt on Thursday.However, the Group C showdown at the Waldstadion will be played with the stadium roof closed due to stormy conditions in the city.Uefa made the decision today ahead of the clash, which will kick-off at 5pm UK time tomorrow.Most read in Euro 2024The roof of the Waldstadion was closed prior to Denmark’s players training on the pitch tonight.The rain storms have already put a dampener on Euro 2024.England injury blow as Luke Shaw is ruled OUT of Denmark clash with Man Utd star still training alone at Euro 2024 More

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      England fans drink 2 MONTHS worth of beer in one Euros weekend at German pizzeria that became unlikely ‘Little Wembley’

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      BOOZY England fans kicked off Euro 2024 by downing two months worth of beer at a German pizzeria in just one weekend.Tens of thousands of fans descended on the city of Gelsenkirchen for the victorious Three Lions clash with Serbia on Sunday with the emptied out restaurant now being dubbed “Little Wembley”.Boozy England fans kicked off Euro 2024 by downing two months worth of beer at a German pizzeria in just one weekendCredit: RexGE Piazza managed to sell out 7,500 pints across the opening weekend of the Euros with Three Lions fans to thankCredit: PATens of thousands of thirsty fans piled into Gelsenkirchen ahead of the Euros clash between Serbia and England on SundayCredit: PAThe ingenious nickname came about after GE Piazza was overrun with footy fanatics in the lead up to the blockbuster opening tie.A whopping 7,500 pints were sunk in just two days as the quiet little restaurant quickly became the unofficial meet-up spot for boozy Brits.Gelsenkirchen is famed for being an old school town with little to offer in terms of entertainment, pubs and clubs. GE Piazza was left inundated with thirsty punters who ended the opening Euros weekend downing 60 kegs of beer. read more in England fansFans are also believed to be waking up feeling fresh as they reap the benefits of hangover-proof beer due to German booze being free of many chemicals and preservatives.The owners revealed on a typical weekend they only manage to sell around two kegs worth of beer per weekend.The English are a thirsty bunch. You drink beer like we drink waterDenizGE Piazza managerThe thrilled manager Umit Yavuz, 43, said: “This is as busy as we’ve been for a long, long time. “Probably since the last time England played in Gelsenkirchen in 2006, but back then there were more pubs and bars in the city so this time around everyone has come here.Most read in Euro 2024″I put on an England shirt to entice the supporters in. It’s always a popular move.”Umit also made the clever choice to hang up the flags of all 24 teams in the competition outside his boozer in the hopes of attracting football fans.Full strength beer at England vs Serbia AXED and replaced by low alcohol brew amid threat of boozed-up ultras violenceThe manager was also pleased the city managed to host England in the opening game as Umit said the English “really likes to drink”.Co-manager and Umit’s sister Deniz, 38, was amazed by the atmosphere created outside her restaurant.Fans first located “Little Wembley” on Friday before returning a day later to continue drinking.By Sunday Deniz said they were packed for almost the whole day.She added: “The English are a thirsty bunch. You drink beer like we drink water.”Gareth Southgate’s men ran out one nil winners in a lackluster match against tricky Serbian opposition. The nervy game was watched by many supporters with a beer in hand as viral clips showed British beer gardens and fan zones erupting with flying booze after Jude Bellingham’s match winner.Pubs and fan zones across the nation were rammed as supporters knocked back 30 million pints of beer.Boozers and supermarkets enjoyed a £150million spending bonanza and brewery chiefs said 30million pints were downed, giving the sector a £24million boost.A supermarket rush also saw sales of beer, pizzas, burgers, St George’s flags and even TVs soar with Tesco set to sell 33million packs of beer and cider in the coming month.England, followed by their passionate army of fans, now head over to Frankfurt to play Denmark on Thursday as they try to secure qualification out of the groups with back-to-back wins.It comes as the strength of booze inside the packed out Arena AufSchalke was a serious topic of debate for the days leading up to the game.Despite being assured beer would be sold inside the ground, full strength beer at England vs Serbia was axed days before kick off.It was replaced by low alcohol shandy amid threats of boozed-up ultras violence plaguing the match.England fans were also left stranded in Gelsenkirchen for up to three hours following the Three Lions’ clash.READ MORE SUN STORIESThousands of supporters relied on trams and shuttle buses in order to get to and from the stadium but they were shockingly halted late in the day.This organisational error is said to have caused numerous delays to the tram network, with many left stuck and unable to proceed with some deciding to walk home piled with booze and without a map.England fans’ pain at beer pricesPubs and fan zones were rammed as England supporters knocked back 30 million pints of beerCredit: PAFans in Germany were applauded by restaurant managers for their ability to drink boozeCredit: PAEngland ran out one nil winners in the tie leaving boozed up Brits overjoyedCredit: PA More

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      England fans down whopping 30million pints of beer in boost to pubs as they roar on Three Lions

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      MILLIONS of Three Lions fans roared on their heroes last night as England kicked off their Euros campaign — while thousands more cheered them on in Germany.Pubs and fan zones across the nation were rammed as supporters knocked back 30 million pints of beer.Fans on the Otley Run in Leeds fly the flag as they cheer on the Three LionsCredit: NB PRESS LTDPrepping for the game at the fan zone in Winter Gardens, BlackpoolCredit: Dave NelsonPals have a livener before the match at a fan park in GelsenkirchenCredit: PAExcitement builds for supporters in the Gelsenkirchen fan zoneCredit: RexEngland fans get in the mood at Boxpark, Croydon, South LondonCredit: LNPAnd the first wave of England’s biggest-ever fan exodus saw 40,000 travel to Gelsenkirchen, praying for a Harry Kane-inspired goal-fest over the next month. Only 10,000 match tickets were available for Three Lions fans as our Euros got under way with the Group C opener against Serbia.But 30,000 more headed to Germany to soak up the atmosphere — including in a 40,000-capacity fan zone, stocked with 80,000 litres of beer and 32,000 sausages.Back in England, fan zones and pubs across the country were packed with excited supporters.Read More on SportBoxparks at London’s Wembley, Croydon and Shoreditch were rammed — as were venues in ­Birmingham, Liverpool and ­Bristol. Chart legend Chesney Hawkes, England’s good luck mascot from the last World Cup, made a surprise guest appearance at the Boxpark in Croydon.He blasted out his No 1 hit, The One And Only, before last night’s match — but changed the words to get the crowd going.Chesney, 52, told The Sun: “England are the one and only — come on boys, you can do it!”Most read in Euro 2024In Newcastle, fans braved the rain to cheer on their heroes in the city’s Times Square fan zone.Barber Rhys Patterson, 23, who turned up more than two hours before kick-off, said: “We’re going to win the whole thing.”England fans go crazy as Jude Bellingham puts Three Lions 1-0 up vs Serbia in Euro 2024 openerIn Leeds, fans massed in the city’s Millennium Square and competitive drinkers on the Otley Run pub crawl also cheered on our boys. It was the same story at the Winter ­Gardens in Blackpool.England ace Phil Foden’s son Ronnie, five, was also urging on his old man in a Three Lions shirt and chain combo.He captioned the snap to his four million Instagram followers: “C’mon England.”Over in Gelsenkirchen town centre, fans belted out songs as they braved English-style rain and wind. Retired bar boss Terry Rose, 66, from Huddersfield, West Yorks, put a smile on faces with his St George’s Flag suit and bowler hat.Terry said: “I got it for the Qatar World Cup because everyone thought that was going to be a grim tournament and I wanted the fans to be happy. It’s my eighth tournament and we are going to win it.”Charity fundraiser Russ Cook, 27, known as Hardest Geezer, ran 352 miles from Wembley to ­Gelsenkirchen for the game.Another England fan, Nick Buckley, 33, from Surrey, said: “I am sure we are going to kick on.“I’m backing Harry Kane to get a hat-trick early on.” His pal Tim O’Neill, 34, who lives in Dubai, added: “It’s brilliant here. There’s a great atmosphere and everyone is enjoying themselves.”As revealed exclusively in The Sun, strong lager was banned in the 62,000-capacity Veltins Arena to avoid trouble — but it broke out in the town centre five hours before kick-off. At home there were no restrictions on booze sales. An England fan in Gelsenkirchen today before the gameCredit: Jeremy SelwynEngland ace Phil Foden’s son Ronnie was also urging on his old man in a Three Lions shirt and chain comboCredit: GettyHe captioned the snap to his four million Instagram followers: ‘C’mon England’Credit: InstagramFans were able to roar their heroes on in pubs and fan zones.Boozers and supermarkets enjoyed a £150million spending bonanza and brewery chiefs said 30million pints were downed, giving the sector a £24million boost.READ MORE SUN STORIESA supermarket rush saw sales of beer, pizzas, burgers, St George’s flags and even TVs soar with Tesco set to sell 33million packs of beer and cider in the coming month. And an estimated television audience of 17 million tuned in for yesterday’s BBC coverage. More

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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