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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

    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

    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

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    Premier League star gives shout-out to Ecuador fan who has gone viral after posing in bikini and fishnet stockings

    PREMIER LEAGUE star Jeremy Sarmiento shocked fans by giving a shout-out to a particular fan at Copa America.The winger, who spent last season on loan at Ipswich from Brighton, is representing his nation, Ecuador, at Copa America this year.Jeremy Sarmiento gave a special shout-out to a fan after Ecuador’s win over JamaicaCredit: GettyA glamorous bikini-clad fan went viral while outside the Allegiant Stadium in Las VegasCredit: X / thecasualultraThe fan was dubbed ‘tricolour godmother’ onlineCredit: X / thecasualultraSarmiento, 22, took to social media after starring in his nation’s 3-1 win over Jamaica.He singled out one bikini-clad fan in particular to thank them for their support, sharing a video of them to his page.The fan in question has gone viral across social media after she starred in a video outside of the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.The mystery beauty was wearing an Ecuador-themed bikini, fishnet tights and football socks.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs a result, the supporter has been hailed as the “tricolour godmother” online.And it seems her fame even reached the national team players, with Sarmiento’s post paired with the video reading: “Really appreciate all of the support from our fans out at the Copa America.”However, fans online were stunned at the tweet, with one saying: “Thought this was a parody account.”A second said: “How have I only just seen this, fair enough. He’s one of us.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOthers tried to big up the Ecuador star, with one adding: “Jeremy mate, thanks for the Lamborghini and for saving me from being mugged by single-handedly fighting off ten men! Appreciate you!”Another said: “Thanks for lending me your yacht Jeremy! The family had a great time. It was so nice of you to pay for a day out.”Euro 2024’s sexiest players revealedSarmiento scored in his nations first game of the tournament against Venezuela, though the game ended in a 2-1 defeat.He scored five goals in 40 appearances for the Tractor Boys in the Championship.Who is Euro 2024’s sexiest star?EURO 2024 has something for everyone from stunning goals, thrilling matches… and the continent’s biggest hunks, writes Jack Figg.Several stars have lit up the group stages with their skills on the pitch – but others are also catching the eye for their looks.But who is the sexiest?Thankfully AI boffins have carried out an analysis on the facial attractiveness of all players at the tournament.And it’s bad news for Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions who are the fourth UGLIEST in the competition – one place below Scotland.In fact it’s England’s group rivals Serbia who have fans swooning the most – boasting an average score of 77.90/100 with defender Strahinja Pavlovic deemed their most attractive.While Turkey defender Mert Muldur has been ranked as the tournament’s BEST-LOOKING player.But who is England’s sexiest star, and who makes the Euros’ hunkiest XI? Read our full story.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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    Watch Micah Richards belt out Bob Marley song with Danny Murphy and Alan Shearer as fans hail ‘nation’s treasure’

    FANS have hailed Micah Richards as a “national treasure” after he belted out a Bob Marley song.The pundit is in Germany for Euro 2024 and has been working alongside BBC stars Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer.Micah Richards was filmed singing along to Bob MarleyCredit: Instagram / garylinekerFans hailed the pundit as a ‘national treasure’Credit: Instagram / garylinekerAlan Shearer also joined in on the sing-a-longCredit: Instagram / garylinekerDanny Murphy also showed off his dance movesCredit: Instagram / garylinekerThe trio had an evening off duty between the end of the group stages and the knockout stages.They were joined by Danny Murphy for a night out at a restaurant.The evening then saw Richards start singing along to Bob Marley’s 1977 song Three Little Birds.Richards was joined in his rendition by Murphy and Shearer.READ MORE ON EURO 2024The moment was filmed by Lineker, who posted the clip to his Instagram account.He captioned the video: “We’re all singing from the same song sheet.”Lineker’s 1.2million followers loved the video as they flooded the comment section.One fan posted: “Just a lads holiday isn’t it really.”Most read in Euro 2024CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second wrote: “Not enough words for this man. He’s the nation’s treasure.”A third commented: “Micah always bringing the energy.”BBC VS ITV: Who wins in battle of Euro 2024 teamsA fourth said: “Some job these have.”A fifth joked: “Proper Brits abroad.”Another added: “Haha, love it big Meeks!”Meanwhile, Richards has claimed that Portugal could go all the way to Euro 2024, but they have a problem with Cristiano Ronaldo.He is also expecting England to “kick into gear” following the group stages, which left many fans underwhelmed.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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    Watch England fan perform ‘messed up’ act with microphone a reporter is left completely baffled

    AN ENGLAND fan sent social media into meltdown with a “messed up act” that left a reporter completely baffled live on air.Three Lions supporters are heading to Gelsenkirchen for Sunday’s last-16 clash with Slovakia.An Argentine reporter was left completely baffled after interviewing English supportersCredit: ESPNOne fan performed a ‘messed up’ act live on airCredit: ESPNEngland were held to a stalemate by Slovenia on Tuesday but still managed to claim top spot in Group C.That was after they initially struggled to a 1-0 win over Serbia before last week’s dour 1-1 draw with Denmark.Despite the underwhelming displays, Gareth Southgate’s men now have a potential route to the final that avoids big guns Spain, Germany, Portugal and France.And excitement is mounting ahead of the first knockout showdown with Slovakia.READ MORE ON EURO 2024As the hordes of supporters descend on the city in western Germany, ESPN Argentina were keen to get a word with some of the masses.However, as four fans stood being interviewed, one suddenly stole the show in bizarre fashion live on air.And his actions left the journalist asking the questions totally confused.A fan wearing a red English shirt leant forward and took the full microphone head in his mouth and yelled into it.Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe then moved his hand on to the base of it and began moving it before the surprised presenter grabbed it back as he laughed sheepishly before the culprit left the scene.It did not take long for the clip to go viral, with one post on X saying: “Bro is messed up.”England squad’s former clubs send well wishes as the Sun shares their childhood photosWhile other responses labelled him as “strange”, “bizarre” and “totally odd”.And another said: “Love how the reporter just has no idea what to do.”Should England get past Slovakia, they will face either Italy or Switzerland in the quarter-final.A potential clash against the Azzurri would give the team a chance for revenge for the Euro 2020 final defeat at Wembley.And if England get past the Italians, then it would be one of the Netherlands, Turkey, Romania or Turkey in the semi-final.EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYOn the other side of the draw, there are some mouthwatering fixtures.Kylian Mbappe’s France will take on Kevin de Bruyne’s Belgium on Monday at the Düsseldorf Arena.Host nation Germany will face Denmark, and Spain will battle with debutants Georgia.READ MORE SUN STORIESCristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will play against Slovenia at the Frankfurt Arena.Elsewhere on England’s side of the draw, the Netherlands face Romania and Turkey take on Austria. More

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    Joey Barton set for another legal battle as ITV footie pundit Eni Aluko files defamation case against him

    JOEY Barton is set for another legal battle after football pundit Eni Aluko filed a new defamation case against him.The controversial former player, 41, was recently ordered to pay telly host Jeremy Vine £75,000 for calling him a “bike nonce”.Joey Barton is set for another legal battle after calling Eni Aluko and Lucy Ward ‘the Fred and Rose West of football commentary’Credit: AlamyThe ITV football pundit said it had led to a torrent of online abuseCredit: GettyThe Sun can reveal Ms Aluko has lodged another claim over Barton’s social media tirade after a match in January, in which he called her and Lucy Ward “the Fred and Rose West of football commentary”.Ms Aluko, 37, who was capped 102 times for England, said it had led to a torrent of online abuse, which left her scared to leave the house.At the time, Barton revealed he had received a legal letter from “jokers”. And Ms Aluko has now lodged documents at the High Court using the same solicitors as Vine.READ MORE ON JOEY BARTONEx-Bristol Rovers boss Barton was forced to apologise to Vine this month over a string of vile posts, including calling him a “paedo defender”. He said: “I have agreed not to make the same allegations again about Mr Vine and I apologise to him for the distress he’s suffered.”Joey Barton and Jeremy Vine in court showdown More

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    Jamie Carragher apologises for ‘strange’ behaviour after being hacked on X

    JAMIE CARRAGHER has apologised to anyone who received “strange” messages from his hacked X account on Tuesday.The Liverpool icon’s log in details were stolen during England’s dire goalless draw with Slovenia in Group C’s final group match of Euro 2024.Jamie Carragher has apologised after his X account was hackedCredit: SplashCarragher, 46, appeared to be unable to access his account minutes after the Three Lions kicked off in Cologne. An unknown hacker was in control of his page, appearing to re-direct Carragher’s account to a new username of ‘@XAIPremium’Last night, the footie pundit’s username @Carra23 – was linked to an account with just 15 followers, a far cry from his usual 2.3million. The hacker did not stop there as they shared a series of baffling tweets. READ MROE FOOTBALL NEWSBut he has since apologised for the bizarre encounter.He posted on X: “Apologies for anyone who got a strange DM off me last night after I’d been hacked! It now looks like I’m back in the cess pit of X!”Last night, the first hacked tweet read: “I love these memecoins in @Solana. What is your favourite Memecoin? @LFC.”Another also shared an image of Carragher alongside CBS Sports colleague Micah Richards, with the caption: “Can’t hear those waiting for CA @MicahRichards #MESSI.” Most read in Euro 2024BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnother said: “Who wants to buy me a coffee?”The final post was just a baffling jumble of letters and numbers.Watch Jamie Carragher get back on the beers with Dortmund fans for Champions League final after boozy semi-final anticsCarragher took to his Instagram to offer some explanation for confused users during England’s drab draw with Slovenia.He said: “Twitter was hacked so there might be more nonsense on there than usual.”And fans thought it was hilarious, with one saying: “This England midfield has as much control over this match as Jamie Carragher has over his Twitter account.”Another added: “I’ll be honest, Carragher getting hacked is by far the most entertaining thing about this England game.”EURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANY More

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    German riot cops clash with football fans in violent scenes before Serbia and Denmark’s 0-0 Euro 2024 draw in Munich

    GERMAN riot cops clashed with football fans in violent scenes before Serbia and Denmark’s 0-0 Euro 2024 draw in Munich.There were shocking scenes as riot police confronted a large number of fans gathered inside a bar in Munich before tonight’s game.Bottles fly through the air at policeCredit: ReutersUgly scenes in the squareCredit: ReutersSome fans attempted to force the police backCredit: ReutersFlares appeared to be hurled at riot police during the encounter before the Euro 2024 fixture.Footage posted on social media shows riot police making an arrest, and forcing back fans who tried to intervene.The ground was littered with broken glass and other debris.Some of the footage appeared to show a confrontation between fans adorning Serbia flags and police in a square.Read more in sport The game ended in a goalless draw and saw Denmark progress to the final stages of the tournament.England also progressed to the final stages of the Euros after winning the group.Some fans expressed disappointment with England drab draw with Slovenia .England & Serbia fans launch chairs in bloody clash ahead of Euros match as violence erupts in GelsenkirchenTrouble flared before England’s Euros curtain raiser against Serbia .Most read in Euro 2024Sources at the scene said a group of yobs appeared to have started chaos in a restaurant near the venue city of Gelsenkirchen five hours before kick-off.Police at the scene said they believed the English had started the trouble – but English fans blamed the Serbs.Cops later confirmed that six Serbs had been arrested but there were no English arrests.Trouble centred on the Aleppo Restaurant in Arminstrasse, where the scene was littered with smashed glass, bottles and debris minutes after the clash.A source said: “All that’s confirmed at the moment is that English fans were definitely involved.” More