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      Moment baffled England fan in Germany finds mystery supporter snoozing in his hotel bed – no one knows how he got there

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      TWO footy fans were left stunned after returning to their hotel room and finding a sleeping Three Lion’s fan in their bed.Lewis Phillips and Sam Mockridge were staying in a hotel after attending the England vs Denmark match – only to find a fellow fan had occupied their room.Lewis and Sam were pointing and laughing at the stranger asleep in one of their bedsCredit: Kennedy News and MediaThe unknown fan was fast asleep in the videoCredit: Kennedy News and Media29-year-old Lewis Phillips (left) and 32-year-old Sam Mockridge (right) had been at the England vs Denmark gameCredit: Kennedy News and MediaThe hilarious clip shows the random man lying down as Lewis points at him, saying “he’s in my bed” before the friends start laughing.The sleeping lion can be seen sat up and fast asleep in what looks to be a drunken slumber, still fully clothed with shoes on.As the stranger wakes up, he gives Lewis and Sam a thumbs up followed by a limp high five.Despite finding the fan “fast asleep and snoring”, the blokes found the humour in the situation, even offering him their floor to sleep on when he woke up.read more in euro 2024Lewis said: “I wouldn’t have liked to see him out on the street with no hotel to go to.”I imagine he was a guest at the hotel because he wouldn’t have gone in the hotel otherwise. How he got in there I do not know.”He said ‘nah it’s alright’. He didn’t make much sense. He opened the door and walked out. I asked him where he was staying and he couldn’t really answer me. I thought ‘right, I’m going to bed’.”In a bid to identify the stranger, Lewis shared footage on X, formerly Twitter, captioning the post: “This gave me and my mate good laugh”.Most read in Euro 2024The hilarious vid has since gone viral with 2.3 million views.One of the lads says he was “100% sure” the door was locked before heading out, leaving them both surprised upon their return where it was not only unlocked but occupied too.One of the lads claimed the hotel’s policy required the men to hand over their keys to reception every time they left the building, making the room mix-up even more of a mystery.Lewis said: “We had gotten the key from the reception then went upstairs and put the key in the door. It wouldn’t turn. “We thought ‘that’s funny, it’s unlocked’. We pushed the door open and I saw a pair of feet on my bed.”I always double check locking doors. Always. I double checked this lock and my mate said it was locked.”The hotel had no clue how he got in. They were trying to say that we left the door unlocked. But I didn’t. “I 100% locked that door I know I did. The cleaners had gone back in so they could’ve left the door unlocked.”Sam admitted the friends were “lucky” not to have their belongings stolen, but had no concerns after they realised the man was a Lions fan. He said: “As soon as we knew he was an England football fan we thought he was alright.”We were really lucky. It could’ve been a lot worse. It’s laughable now but looking back we had money, passports and everything in there.”Many social media users praised the response of the football fans to discovering the stranger.One user said: “Good on you for taking it so well and having a laugh about it.”Another user said: “Fair play for how you handled it too.”READ MORE SUN STORIESA third user said: “Class lads.”It remains a mystery to the pals how the stranger managed to get into their room and, once he wandered off, they never saw him again.Despite being offered the floor to sleep on, the stranger got up and leftCredit: Kennedy News and MediaThe pair say they never saw him againCredit: Kennedy News and MediaThe pair shared how they felt better about the odd situation after finding out the lad was also an England fanCredit: Kennedy News and Media More

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      Major update as cops hunt England fan caught on camera ‘putting white powder up his nose’ while watching Three Lions

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      POLICE are searching for an England fan who appeared to put a mystery powder up his nose while celebrating an England goal. England’s supporters were sent into raptures when Jude Bellingham’s overhead kick sent their Euro 2024 tie with Slovakia into extra-time.An England fan who appeared to put a mystery powder up his noseCredit: TwitterPolice have launched an investigationCredit: TwitterA clip shared on social media showed a fan appearing to snort a substance before laughing with fellow fans on Sunday evening.Northumbria Police has now said it was investigating the incident at an open-air venue in Newcastle.A spokesman said: “We have been made aware of footage circulating on social media of a male appearing to take a substance while in Newcastle’s Times Square (on Sunday) evening.”Enquiries into the footage are ongoing and anyone with information should send us a DM via social media or use the live chat function on our website.”Read more sportDuring the video, a bearded man dressed in black appears to raise a spoon with a substance on it up to his nose, before returning it to a container.He then brings the spoon up a second time, this time putting it into his mouth.It came as England fans celebrated Bellingham’s 95th-minute equaliser in their Round of 16 tie with Slovenia on Sunday.The footage was aired on Sky Sports News at 6.57pm as ex-England boss Sam Allardyce discussed the match.Most read in Euro 2024The channel is now understood to be reviewing its use of fan footage and urging staff to be “more vigilant”, with a more thorough approach taken in future, MailOnline reports.A lacklustre England eventually won the game thanks to Harry Kane’s close-range header in the early stages of extra-time. More

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      Outcry over Uefa probe into Jude Bellingham’s ‘crotch-grab’ goal celebration as fans plead ‘don’t ban him’

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      SUPERSTAR Jude Bellingham has defended his groin-grab goal celebration as “an inside joke” and denied making fun of plucky Slovakia.The Three Lions’ saviour could be ruled out of Saturday’s quarter-final against Switzerland if Uefa decide he breached “basic rules of decent conduct”.Jude Bellingham has defended his groin-grab goal celebration as ‘an inside joke’ and denied making fun of plucky SlovakiaCredit: GettyBellingham scores England’s first goal in spectacular fashionCredit: ReutersGareth Southgate’s team were assured no disciplinary measures were being considered over the gestureCredit: AlamyBut Bellingham explained on social media: “An inside joke towards some close friends who were at the game.“Nothing but respect for how that Slovakia team played tonight.”Moments after his astonishing 95th-minute bicycle kick strike spared England’s blushes, the Real Madrid ace was seen on TV making a hand gesture next to his crotch. It was believed that Jude was signalling he has what it takes to overcome a crisis — though some believed it was an insult aimed at the opposition bench.Read More on SportHarry Kane’s extra-time header sealed England’s 2-1 win on Sunday evening.Early yesterday, Gareth Southgate’s team were assured no disciplinary measures were being considered over the gesture.But Uefa then did a U-turn — despite the gesture not being mentioned in any match reports made by the officials.Fans reacted in fury with Max Veltman, 43, of Birmingham, saying: “It’s nonsense. It wasn’t offensive and Jude said so himself. Have Uefa got nothing better to do?Most read in Euro 2024“We’ve got no chance without Jude so we need to pray Uefa don’t ban him.”Sam Eversden, 45, from Uxbridge, West London, added: “Are Uefa policing goal celebrations now?The Sun’s Martin Lipton on Jude Bellingham’s potential ban as UEFA investigate gesture vs Slovakia“If they want to crack down on conduct and integrity, they should crack down on diving instead. Jude’s our main man.“He’s kept us in the Euros but without him we’ll be knocked out. He certainly shouldn’t get a ban. Save our Jude!”Fan Elaine Flower, 70, from Southampton, who has been to every England game at the Euros, said: “It’s daft to investigate something like this and clearly not worth a ban.“Common sense must prevail. He’s our best player and we need him to progress.“We’d have lost without his goal and we’ll need him more than ever in the next game.”Match of the Day host Gary Lineker said on Twitter/X: “For crying out loud, the Euro 2024 celebration police are looking into Jude Bellingham. Ridiculous!”The suggestion is Bellingham could have breached rule 11 2b into player conduct.A Uefa spokesman said: “A Uefa Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector will conduct a disciplinary investigation regarding a potential violation of the basic rules of decent conduct by the English Football Association player, Jude Bellingham, having allegedly occurred in the scope of this match.Aces rappedOTHER stars have landed in trouble for similar gestures. In 2019 Cristiano Ronaldo was fined £17,000 but avoided a ban for his Juventus goal celebration against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.Atletico boss Diego Simeone was also fined for his groin-grab gesture during the first leg.In 2017, England midfielder Dele Alli was banned for a match and fined £3,500 for raising his middle finger in a World Cup qualifier against Slovakia. He said it was a joke aimed at Kyle Walker.“Information on this matter will be made available in due course.”Bellingham has previously made a similar gesture when playing for Real Madrid, and after scoring a late equaliser for England in a friendly against Belgium in March.After Sunday’s dramatic win, he hit back at England’s critics saying: “You hear people talk a lot of rubbish. It’s nice when you can deliver and you can give them a little bit back.“For me, being on the pitch scoring goals and celebrating is my release.Bellingham explained on social media: ‘An inside joke towards some close friends who were at the game’Credit: InstagramBellingham playing cricket yesterdayCredit: Paul EdwardsBellingham could be ruled out of Saturday’s quarter-final against Switzerland if Uefa decide he breached ‘basic rules of decent conduct’Credit: Rex“And you know, maybe it was a message to a few people . . . but a very happy moment.”Yesterday Bellingham relaxed with a game of cricket, and was seen cupping his hands to catch a ball. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe also shared a beaming selfie on his Instagram.Teammates raved about his goal on the England Lions’ Den channel posted online yesterday.Gary Lineker said: ‘For crying out loud, the Euro 2024 celebration police are looking into Jude Bellingham. Ridiculous!’Credit: BBCWriting off Swiss as no-hopers is cuckooSWITZERLAND is famed for cuckoo clocks and chocolate — but is also enjoying a golden era of football.The minnows have a team featuring world-class stars.Players such as ex-Arsenal star Granit Xhaka, 31, former Liverpool wizard Xherdan Shaqiri, 32, and Man City’s Manuel Akanji, 28, make them a force to be reckoned with.Midfield star Xhaka, their most capped player with 129, is the beating heart of the team and has just helped Bayer ­Leverkusen land the Bundesliga title in Germany.Historically, their best major tournament performance was 100 years ago — when they won silver at the 1924 Olympics.And the last time they reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup was 70 years ago. But they have risen steadily in the rankings over the past eight years.The Swiss made it to the last 16 during Euro 2016 and then achieved their best finish at Euro 2020, reaching the quarter-finals, having eliminated world champions France.The team has also reached the knockout rounds at the past three World Cups and is 19th in Fifa’s world rankings.They beat Italy 2-0 in this year’s Euros’ knockouts to clinch their clash with England.Roger Federer remains Switzerland’s most famous sporting hero. But this Swiss team remain determined to write its own page in history. More

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      Moment England supporter is ‘caught on camera putting white powder up his nose’ – sparking Sky Sports review

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      THIS is the bizarre moment a football fan appears to put a mystery powder up his nose while celebrating England’s extra-time goal. The footage captures the moment hundreds of fans at Newcastle’s Times Square reacted to Jude Bellingham’s last-minute kick against Slovakia. A bearded man dressed in black appears to hold a spoon up to his noseCredit: TwitterHe then brings the utensil up again, this time putting it into his mouthCredit: TwitterDuring the video, a bearded man dressed in black appears to hold a spoon with a substance on it up to his nose, before returning it to a container. He then brings the utensil up again, this time putting it into his mouth.The man then proceeds to sing along to Neil Diamond’s hit song “Sweet Caroline” – a popular anthem among England football fans – jumping up and down with the crowd in jubilation. The clip, posted on X, formerly Twitter, has raked in more than 13million views. Read more SportSky Sports are now understood to be reviewing their use of fan footage and urging staff to be “more vigilant”, with a more thorough approach taken in future, MailOnline reports. The footage was aired on Sky Sports News at 6.57pm while former England boss Sam Allardyce discussed the dramatic events of last night’s game. It came after Jude Bellingham’s majestic overhead kick deep into stoppage time saved England from a humiliating Euros exit.Gareth Southgate’s side had been utterly woeful and looked to be heading home thanks to Ivan Schranz’s clever finish.Most read in Euro 2024But Bellingham came to the rescue in the 96th minute, brilliantly firing into the corner after Marc Guehi had flicked on Kyle Walker’s long throw.Remarkably, it was England’s first shot on target, summing how poor they had been.Inside England’s first training after win over Slovakia as Southgate faces selection headacheBut another one came soon after, as 53 seconds into extra-time, when Harry Kane headed home from close range to set up a quarter-final with Switzerland.Bellingham came to the rescue in the 96th minuteCredit: RexHarry Kane celebrates scoring the winning goal against SlovakiaCredit: Rex More

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      I was forced to flog meat on doorsteps with social media sensation father… now I’m chasing boxing titles

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      JOHNNY FISHER’S family have rocketed from flogging meat around Essex out of a van to becoming global social media superstars.The Fishers were at rock bottom during the height of the pandemic.Johnny Fisher is now chasing boxing’s biggest prizesCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunHe and his dad Big John were flogging meat on doorsteps in the pandemicCredit: Jamie McPhilimeyTheir classy cheese business had lost all of its customers.So that resulted in them going door-to-door trying to sell steaks and joints.But Johnny Jr’s heavy hands and Big John’s giant appetite and trademark ‘bosh’ catchphrase have earned them over a million followers since.And that has led to VIP tours to Australia and Las Vegas to taste and review the hottest restaurants.READ MORE ON BOXINGAhead of his Saturday night shootout with Alen Babic, 25-year-old southern area champ Johnny Jr explained how his team’s popularity has hit home: “What we’ve established is a dream.“Three or four years ago my business was in a lot of trouble, all of our customer base, all of the restaurants closed down.“We were selling cheese to restaurants and kitchens and suddenly that stopped and we had to go door-to-door selling meat to people on their doorsteps out of a van.“We just had to turn money over, we weren’t making a penny of profit, just staying afloat.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“My dad has obviously helped more than enough for selling tickets.“The celebrity he has become is a massive help.Anthony Joshua to fight Daniel Dubois as Wally Downes Jr gives rundown on all-British bout “But it was great before when I was selling tickets in venues like Ally Pally and the O2 back in 2021.“Big John has only added to that and long may it continue.”Despite selling out big venues single-handedly, with the Bosh Army well over 2,000 strong these days, Johnny Jr refuses to be flash.In a sport where everyone seems to blow their own trumpet and promise the earth, Fisher is proud of where he has got his family to and honest about where it might end.Promising raw power has helped him to 11-0 – with only one going the distance – but boxing trolls keep trying to remind him that the sport is not a popularity contest.“What’s the point in giving it all Billy Big B******s?” the Exeter uni history grad asked.“I am just having a tear-up with another bloke and we will see what wins.“People will write me off no matter what I do, it doesn’t matter.“If I knock someone out in a round then I am crap, if it goes to points then I am crap.READ MORE SUN STORIES“All that matters is that I’m providing for my family and I am doing my job.“If it ends with a world title, a British title or on Saturday night, one thing that is for sure, is that I’m not going to go down without a fight.”Alen Babic is waiting for him on SaturdayCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunBig John has a huge army of followers on TikTok and is famed for his ‘bosh’ catchphraseCredit: Tiktok More

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      England fans say ‘please tell me that’s photoshopped’ as star commits astonishing error against Slovakia

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      ENGLAND fans have been left stunned by Kyle Walker’s astonishing error against Slovakia.The defender was at fault for Slovakia’s goal in the first half of the Euro 2024 round of 16 clash.Kyle Walker’s positioning has been slammed by fansCredit: xWalker, 34, was spotted by fans well behind England’s defensive line which played the attackers on side.Ivan Schranz was played in and was able to stab past Jordan Pickford to stun the Three Lions.Walker’s positioning was captured and shared on social media with fans left stunned.One posted: “Please tell me that’s photoshopped.”READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSA second wrote: “Honestly thought this was a Photoshop. Wow!”A third commented: “Walker was playing the false keeper role here.”However, some fans did point out that Schranz would likely still have been onside due to John Stones’ positioning.One said: “Even if Walker is not there, the goalscorer is onside.”Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnother argued: “Schranz is onside and still scores the goal, btw, even if Walker is not in Ibiza in that line.”The first half was full of action as multiple England players ended up in the book.TV Legend Clive Tyldesley in position for his last ever commentary gameThe players were booed off at half-time after the dismal performance in the first half.It almost got worse for England as Slovakia almost scored a stunning goal after taking advantage of a lapse of concentration. However, England managed to stick in and scored a last gasp equaliser through Jude Bellingham.The star netted a stunning overhead kick to keep the Three Lions alive and force extra-time.Harry Kane then netted a minute into the next period to give England the lead and a ticket to the quarter-finals. More

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      Fans hail England for instant ‘shot on target’ against Slovakia in Euro 2024 last-16 clash – but it’s not as it seems

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      ENGLAND were trolled on social media less than a minute after their last-16 encounter against Slovakia at Euro 2024.That’s after the finally made a fast start to a game… with a “shot on target” inside the first minute.Slovakia ace Denis Vavro tried to clear the ball immediately after kick-offCredit: ITVBut Vavro’s clearance hit England captain Harry Kane’s backCredit: ITVThe deflection led the ball back to Slovakia goalkeeper Martin DubravkaCredit: ITVEngland were then trolled by fans on social media for their first ‘shot on target’Credit: ITVThe Slovaks kicked things off at the Auf Schalke Arena in Gelsenkirchen for the crucial knockout clash.And Copenhagen star Denis Vavro immediately tried to clear the ball with a powerful kick about five seconds after kick-off.However, Vavro’s effort took a deflection off England captain Harry Kane’s back and the ball made its way back to Newcastle’s Martin Dubravka between the sticks.Fans swarmed social media jokingly congratulating the Three Lions, who failed to convince during the group stage with their lack of attacking edge, for registering a shot on target so early in the match.Read More on FootballOne fan tweeted: “Kane shot on target already.”Another commented: “Harry Kane forces a saves with a 40 yard shot off his back after just 5 seconds.”A third gasped: “Kane shot on target already?”This fan tagged Opta with the following post: “Kane shot on target in 3 seconds HELLO @OptaJoe.”Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd that one wrote: “Does that count as a shot on target from Kane??”However, England went on to beat Slovakia 2-1 thanks to a dramatic comeback by Gareth Southgate’s men.Laura Woods attacked by midges live on ITV while presenting England vs Slovakia coverage at Euro 2024Francesco Calzona’s men opened the scoring after 25 minutes but Jude Bellingham saved the Three Lions’ blushes with a stunning overhead kick in the fifth minute of stoppage time.And captain Harry Kane completed the comeback in the first minute of extra time.England, who still only registered two shots on target, will now face Switzerland in the quarter-finals. More

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      Watch moment Roy Keane leaves Jill Scott in shock with brutal jibe during Stick to Football on ITV

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      ROY KEANE left Jill Scott in shock with a brutal jibe while filming the latest episode of The Overlap’s Stick to Football podcast.The fan-favourite podcast is currently being shown on ITV for Euro 2024.Roy Keane fired a brutal jibe at Jill ScottCredit: The OverlapScott looked in shock at the commentCredit: The OverlapBehind-the-scenes footage was shared on social media, showing Scott joining her colleagues for the latest recording.She sat at the table alongside fellow regular stars Ian Wright, Gary Neville and Keane.Wright was the first to greet Scott as he said: “What’s happening princess?”However, Keane’s hello was less welcoming as he instead took issue with Scott wearing an England shirt.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said: “What are you wearing a top for?”Neville then tried to wind up his former Manchester United team-mate as he joked that the ex-Lioness was wearing the top as England were “through to the quarters”.The Three Lions face Slovakia in the round of 16, and a win would see them face Switzerland in the next stage.Scott then took a swing at Keane as she said: “Did you miss your make-up appointment?”Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Irishman took a second to digest the comment before he fired back a brutal joking dig of his own.”You’ve been in there for two hours… and I’ll tell you, it’s made no difference.”SunSport’s Latest Euro 2024 headlinesKeane’s reply to Scott sent Neville and Wright into choruses of laughter.Scott, on the other hand, appeared to be in shock but made sure to smile through.Keane quickly added: “Sorry Jill, I’m only joking.”She then suggested that she could have taken the joke as a compliment for her having a “natural” look.Keane then said: “Exactly, exactly.”Neville agreed with the sentiment as he said: “Naturally beautiful, you didn’t need it in the first place, Jill.”Roy Keane’s angriest momentsWhat really ticks off Roy Keane?The Irishman is known for his no-nonsense approach to football.And some particular things really do get on Keane’s wick.It all makes for great entertainment for fans, who love the Man United legend’s take on the beautiful game.But is Keane being a bit too sensitive himself?From smiling players to ABBA, nothing is sacred.And we all know about his dislike for a prawn sarnie…Here are the things that really make Roy Keane angry.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More