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    England’s Wags cheer on Three Lions during dismal draw amid praise for travelling thousands of miles to support team

    WAG Megan Davison lifts a cup — which is more than her fella and his England team-mates look capable of after the dismal draw with Denmark.Megan, 28, wife of 30-year-old goalie Jordan Pickford, was pictured cheering on her man at Thursday’s game in Frankfurt.Jordan Pickford wife’s Megan Davison showed her support by wearing a cropped yellow goalkeeper’s topCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandBukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson was among the Wags who visited the players at the hotelCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandAnd yesterday she joined the other Wags, including Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson, in a visit to the England team’s base at a remote resort in eastern Germany.Their journey to Blankenhain means the Wags will have travelled around 3,200 miles during the tournament — including flying to and from Germany.A source said: “The fact that they have to do so much travelling to see the players shows how supportive they all are. “The players really appreciate it.READ MORE ON WAGS“The Wags and families got to enjoy a relaxed lunch with the players, then spent a few hours with them through the afternoon and early evening.“It’s all aimed at giving them a morale boost and they needed it after the opening two matches.“They rely heavily on the Wags and their families for support.“This is a huge deal to them and they feel the pressure and the weight of expectation on their shoulders.Most read in Euro 2024“A bit of time with their partners and kids will ease the tension and give them a huge lift. Lauryn Goodman shares messages of support from taking Kyle Walker’s son to Euros”Everyone was together and that’s important for the team going forward.”The only frosty atmosphere at England’s base at the 350-acre Weimarer Golf Hotel and Spa is likely to have been between Kyle Walker, 34, and his missus Annie Kilner, 30.They had a bitter bust-up earlier this year when it was revealed he had fathered a second child with ex- ­mistress Lauryn Goodman.Annie has attended both matches so far. Lauryn was also at the Denmark game with Kairo, her first son with Walker. She said on Instagram that Kairo “had the best day”.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie has been in attendance at both games despite the couple’s troublesCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandLauryn Goodman took Walker’s son Kairo to watch him play at the EurosCredit: Splash More

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    England stars given day off to see Wags at luxury Euro 2024 base after dreadful Denmark draw

    ENGLAND stars will be given time off to relax with their Wags despite last night’s dismal draw with Denmark.The Three Lions put in a second-rate performance as they stumbled to a 1-1 stalemate on Thursday.England stars will be allowed to see Wags and families today after the 1-1 draw with DenmarkCredit: RexJarrod Bowen’s girlfriend Dani Dyer is among those in GermanyCredit: AlamyBukayo Saka’s partner Tolami Benson watched last night’s gameCredit: PAJordan Pickford’s wife Megan Davidson will be at England’s training baseCredit: GettyFans and pundits were left fuming over England’s lack of sharpness and adventure.And although the draw virtually guaranteed a spot in the knockout stages, Gareth Southgate’s men will not be able to take things easy in their final group clash against Slovenia on Tuesday.But despite the underwhelming Denmark result, England’s players are set to be given a special reward.They will be allowed to see their partners and families today, with Southgate opening the doors to their luxury Blankenhain base camp.READ MORE ON WAGSThe players have so far remained isolated from loved ones to build a sense of team unity.But a visit from Wags and families after the second game was already booked in.And despite their group stage job being left incomplete, England’s stars will still get to spend time with loved ones as planned.The FA paid £800,000 to secure the Weimarer Land Golf and Spa resort in Blankenhain, booking all 94 rooms.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSMeet England’s Euro 2024 Wags
    England Wags range from childhood sweethearts to recently blossoming love stories.
    Katie Goodland (Harry Kane’s wife)
    The fitness instructor has been married to the England captain since 2019 and joined him in Germany with their four children after he joined Bayern Munich.
    Laura Celia Valk (Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend)
    The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million Instagram followers and is said to be absolutely smitten with the Real Madrid star.
    Rebecca Cooke (Phil Foden’s girlfriend)
    Foden’s childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two kids tends to keep out of the spotlight, but is a regular at England games.
    Dani Dyer (Jarrod Bowen’s girlfriend)
    England’s most famous Wag, former Love Island winner and daughter of Eastenders’ Danny Dyer.
    Iris Law (Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend)
    Dani Dyer isn’t the only actor’s daughter dating an England star. Iris’ dad is Hollywood legend Jude Law.
    Megan Davison (Jordan Pickford’s wife)
    Megan has been with Pickford since he was 14 years old. The couple married in 2022 and have one son.
    Olivia Naylor (John Stones’ girlfriend)
    The 33-year-old former beautician has stepped back from her role after giving birth to a baby son.
    Read more about the Wags who will be supporting England at Euro 2024 here

    Wags and families will be able to take advantage of various luxuries including massages. a steam room and fine dining options.There is even a robot waiter called Robbie on hand to help out in the kitchen.Harry Kane’s interview after Denmark draw ‘beyond concerning’ as Lineker and Richards fear for England’s Euro 2024Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner watched proceedings yesterdayCredit: PAJohn Stones’ girlfriend Olivia Naylor is in townCredit: PAEllie Alderson is dating Ollie WatkinsCredit: GettyAine Kennedy is Connor Gallagher’s partnerCredit: GettyEURO 2024 LIVE: KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM GERMANYAnd fans will be hoping the visit from families can inspire England to finally burst into life, with their opening win against Serbia also a poor watch.Pundits lined up to criticise last night’s performance against Denmark, with Alan Shearer, Gary Lineker and Rio Ferdinand all letting rip. Shearer began: “Awful performance, particularly after going up in the game.“I don’t think one England player can look at themselves and say, ‘I’ve done my job tonight’.The FA paid £800,000 for the Weimarer Land Golf and Spa resort in BlankenhainCredit: Darren FletcherEngland have all 94 rooms booked at the resortCredit: GettyLoved ones will be able to enjoy some fine diningCredit: Darren FletcherThere is also a steam room and sauna, as well as massagesCredit: Darren Fletcher“England were all over the place, far too sloppy in possession, gave the ball away too much and got caught too many times.“There was no energy, no pace, no guile — Southgate is simply not getting the best out of England’s best players.“It’s concerning and Gareth will get some  serious questions.“You saw England players lying on their backs — they look absolutely shattered but there’s no excuse for that.”READ MORE SUN STORIESLineker targeted captain Harry Kane, who was subbed off, saying: “He needs his manager to ask more of him. I would have expected that if I’d put in that kind of performance.”Ferdinand added: “The players don’t look the same as they do for their clubs. It is a big concern.”Jack Wilshere: Southgate must be brave with RiceBy Jack Wilshere
    GARETH SOUTHGATE should be brave and play Declan Rice as our sole holding midfielder.
    But if England manager Southgate doesn’t want to do that — and he probably doesn’t ­— then he needs to give Rice the chance to play more like he does for Arsenal.
    Let’s be absolutely clear here. Rice was so important for us again during that first half against Denmark.
    The fact that he had a difficult second 45 minutes showed how much England were struggling.
    Rice himself would hold his hands up and say he gave away the ball too often.
    But what I took overall from his performance is that he needs more help in the engine room.
    Read here how Jack Wilshere would resolve the Declan Rice dilemma. More

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    Frustrated England stars including Kane and Bellingham consoled by Wags and family in stands after tame Denmark draw

    ENGLAND stars went into the stands to see their Wags and family after the disappointing 1-1 draw with Denmark.The Three Lions put in an underwhelming performance in Frankfurt and now need to avoid defeat against Slovenia on Tuesday to book their place in the knockout rounds.Jude Bellingham hugged his mum Denise after the gameCredit: RexBellingham was also embraced by his dad Mark and brother JobeCredit: PAHarry Kane went up to see his wife KateCredit: PAKyle Walker saw his wife Annie and their kidsAaron Ramsdale was on daddy duty with his son RonnieCredit: PAAnd Declan Rice was delighted as he hugged his son JudeCredit: PAHarry Kane opened the scoring for England but was subbed off by Gareth Southgate with 69 minutes on the clock following a tough night up front.After the final whistle, he was pictured in the crowd being consoled by his wife Kate, who was wearing a Three Lions shirt with No9 on the back.Jude Bellingham was England’s goalscoring hero in the first game – but after a difficult evening, he was also spotted with his family in the stands.The midfielder looked frustrated as went to see his mum Denise, dad Mark and younger brother Jobe.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBellingham got a hug off his mum before another embrace from his father.Kyle Walker helped create Kane’s goal with a burst of pace down the right and went to see his kids in the stands later.His sons wore cute England shirts with dad and his No2 printed on the back as they cheered him on alongside their mum Annie.Arsenal duo Aaron Ramsdale and Declan Rice were on father duties as they went to see their Wags and kids.Most read in Euro 2024EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSThe goalkeeper was handed his son Ronnie by wife Georgina and he fed his baby from a bottle.Meanwhile, Rice picked up his boy Jude as he sat with girlfriend Lauren Fryer.England player ratings following disappointing 1-1 draw with DenmarkOthers heading up to their loved-ones were Bukayo Saka, who relaxed with girlfriend Tolami Benson.And Jordan Pickford was pictured getting cosy with his missus Megan.It was another cameo appearance off the bench for Jarrod Bowen and he went up to see his family and partner Dani Dyer.Despite an underwhelming result, John Stones was all smiles as he posed for a photo with his kids.England are back in action on Tuesday against Slovenia and Gareth Southgate will be hoping Luke Shaw is back from injury after he was also spotted with his family post-match.Rice played another 90 minutes for EnglandCredit: PAHe was handed Jude by his girlfriend LaurenJarrod Bowen had a chat with his partner Dani DyerCredit: RexBukayo Saka put his feet up alongside girlfriend Tolami BensonCredit: ReutersJohn Stones posed for a snap with his familyAnd Jordan Pickford was seen with his wife MeganCredit: RexENGLAND vs DENMARK RATINGSENGLAND stumbled to a drab 1-1 draw with Denmark.
    Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions team.
    Jordan Pickford: 6
    Looked a little jittery early doors, though there was nothing he could do about Morten Hjulmand’s corker and he made a decent parry after the break.
    Kyle Walker: 7 
    Made England’s opener by racing round a sleeping Victor Kristiansen – he’ll be having nightmares of that forevermore – and teeing up Kane via a deflected cross.
    John Stones: 6
    OK but you have got to wonder how fit he feels having barely played for Man City in the second half of the season, plus his injury and illness issues over the last month.
    Marc Guehi: 8 and my star man
    Really encouraging again from the Crystal Palace centre-back, looking sharp with his interceptions and assured in distribution.
    Kieran Trippier: 6
    Like Stones, he was fine, but England really need Luke Shaw back ASAP because having no natural left-footer at left-back is a problem.
    Trent Alexander-Arnold: 5
    This experiment of playing Trent in midfield is far from convincing, especially when his passing was off it like it was here, barring one good ball to Saka. Subbed on 54 minutes.
    Declan Rice: 5
    Had to cover so much ground as England dropped worryingly deep in the first half and also lost it a few times in front of his back four.
    Bukayo Saka: 7
    Not quite as electric as his first half against Serbia, but another solid showing from our right winger who has been our most consistent attacker across the two games.
    Jude Bellingham: 6
    Nowhere near the majestic display he put in against Serbia and one of many who looked tired.
    Phil Foden: 7
    Was far more involved than against Serbia – although that was not hard – and had a few dangerous efforts from range, including one that smacked the post after the break.
    Harry Kane: 6
    Netted his 64th goal for his country with an opener he could not really miss, but then gave the ball away from Denmark’s leveller. Surprisingly subbed.
    SUBS:
    Conor Gallagher (on for Trent, 54): 7
    Vital clearance on the stretch when Christian Eriksen was lurking and was not afraid to put his foot in.
    Ollie Watkins (on for Kane, 70): 6
    Played in by Bellingham’s lovely ball after coming on but could not finish from an acute angle.
    Jarrod Bowen (on for Foden, 69): 6
    Copped a nasty tackle which saw Joakim Maehle booked.
    Eberechi Eze (on for Saka, 69): 6
    On for his tournament bow though he was rarely involved. More

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    Wag security warned to keep eye out for Kyle Walker’s ex Lauryn Goodman

    THE security team looking after England’s Wags were warned to keep an eye out for Kyle Walker’s ex Lauryn Goodman — in case she  bumped into his wife Annie.Lauryn, who has two kids with the defender, flew to the match with their son Kairo, who wore a Three Lions’ No2 shirt personalised “Daddy”.Lauryn Goodman is in Germany with Kyle Walker’s son KairoKyle with wife Annie Kilner and family after the Euro 2024 match against DenmarkLauryn takes son Kairo to watch Kyle play at the EurosAnnie, mum to four boys with Kyle, sat with other wives and girlfriends.A source said: “Lauryn is seen as a bit of a troublemaker and Annie’s worst nightmare was running into her.“There was talk of Lauryn’s seats being less than 100 metres away. Annie  wants absolutely nothing to do with her.“The security team were aware of Lauryn’s presence and were primed to make sure she couldn’t get anywhere near the Wags’ area. READ MORE ON KYLE WALKER“Lauryn is a blagger and a chancer, and they were worried she might be able to talk her way in.”But given the sensitivities around it, she was kept well away.”Annie kicked Kyle out of their Manchester home after learning he had fathered two children with Lauryn behind her back.She has chosen to fly out for each England match with their sons to support Kyle, rather than staying in a hotel with the other Wags.Most read in Euro 2024Lauryn claimed earlier this month that Kyle had offered her tickets to the matches, something his team have vehemently denied. The defender during England’s 1-1 draw with DenmarkLauryn walks with her son Kairo towards the stadium where dad Kyle will be playingLauryn Goodman Joins Celebs Go Dating: New Beginnings More

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    Lauryn Goodman spotted with son Kairo watching dad Kyle Walker play in Euros clash – as player’s wife Annie also seen

    LAURYN Goodman has been spotted at the England versus Denmark clash tonight to watch her son’s father play.Goodman carried Kairo into the 58,000-seat Frankfurt Arena as Kyle Walker’s side took on the Danes.Lauryn Goodman took her son Kairo to watch Kyle Walker playCredit: SplashAnnie Kilner, who shares four children with the footballer, was also there to show her supportCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandMeanwhile Walker’s wife Annie Kilner – who shares four children with the footballer – was also in the stadium.They settled in to watch the game as England’s captain Harry Kane scored his 64th goal for his country.But his opener in Frankfurt was cancelled out by a fine strike from Morten Hjulmand.Walker, who has been with his childhood sweetheart Annie for 15 years, fathered two love children with influencer Lauryn during their relationship.Annie, 32, met Kyle, 34, when she was 16 and he was 18 playing for his hometown club Sheffield United.The couple secretly wed in November 2021 – but their relationship came crashing down after it was revealed Kyle had fathered a second secret love child with Lauryn, 33.The love triangle started in 2019 and has seen the WAGs publicly clash in the press and on social media countless times.Despite the drama, Lauryn has been “determined” to get her two children pitch side at the 2024 Euros in Germany.Most read in FootballIt was exclusively revealed by The Sun in April that she told a pal: “I am determined my children will get to see their daddy playing for the Three Lions this summer.”Lauryn further alleged that Kyle made the promise to Kairo because the youngster didn’t go to the 2022 World Cup.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner has urged his ex-mistress to stay away from the Euros amid fears that her presence may damage England’s chances A source said: “During the World Cup Kyle would message Lauryn saying, ‘That win, that celebration . . . was for Kairo’.”He even brought Kairo a World Cup ball and a shirt back. Kyle apparently said he was sorry Kairo wasn’t there and wanted him at the Euros.”Annie has kept her silence but reportedly told a friend in private that Lauryn wants to go to “inevitably create a drama” that will “distract” the team.Kyle shares four sons – Roman, 11, Riaan, seven, Reign, five, and baby Rezon with Annie – and two with Lauryn – Kairo, four, and a daughter, 11-months.Lauryn and Walker sparked a secret relationship in the summer of 2019 after she left her then partner football agent Dane Rashford.She then announced she was expecting a baby with a Three Lions ace in the January. In March 2023, Lauryn revealed she was pregnant with her second child.Kyle fuelled rumours he was the father in September 2023 when he bought the influencer a £2.5 million home on the coast to raise her two children.Then, the day after Boxing Day, Annie received a ­message 2out of the blue” alleging that Kyle was the dad to Lauryn’s second child.Lauryn is understood to have bluntly written: “I don’t have two baby daddies — I have one.”She had also forwarded a photo of Kyle enjoying a play date with both their children in a park.Annie later threw the footballer out of their £2.4million family home.And, it was revealed shortly after that she was pregnant with their fourth child at the time.Annie gave birth to Rezon in April with Kyle at her side.READ MORE SUN STORIESA spokesman for Kyle said previously: “Kyle is laser-focused on the games ahead so as to give the team the best possible chance of bringing home the trophy for the millions of England fans watching, including his wife and their children.”He will not be distracted by any off-pitch activity. Kyle did not invite Lauryn to the Euros.”Annie was also in Germany for the Three Lions’ game against SerbiaCredit: euro 2024 news pool (ENP) – Serbia vs England More

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    Denmark Wags including Man Utd star Hojlund’s girlfriend get on the beers before England Euro 2024 clash

    DENMARK Wags got on the beers before kick-off against England.The Three Lions will book their spot in the knockout stages with a win in their second match of Euro 2024.Rasmus Hojlund’s girlfriend Laura Rhod Søndergaard knocked back beersCredit: Instagram / @emiliesofienissenShe was all smiles as she got ready for the game in a red bucket hat and Denmark shirtCredit: Instagram / @emiliesofienissenLaura posed for a selfie with Vera FlyeCredit: Instagram / @sofierosenkilde_The Wags wear all wearing Danish shirts with their partner’s names and numbers onCredit: Instagram / @sofierosenkilde_And before kick-off in Frankfurt, the partners of the Danish players hit the town alongside supporters.Victor Kristiansen’s girlfriend Vera Flye, Morten Hjulmund’s missus Emilie Nissen and Mads Hermansen’s girlfriend Sofie Rosenkilde Damgaard were all in bars together.And they were joined by Rasmus Hojlund’s stunning Wag Laura Rhod Sondergaard.The beauty was dressed wearing her now trademark red bucket hat, which she wore during their first match against Slovenia.READ MORE ON EURO 2024Laura was all smiles in her good luck charm as she was videoed bringing a pint of lager back to their table.And once sat down, she posed for a cute mirror selfie with Vera.The quartet were all dressed in Denmark kits with their partner’s name and number printed on the back.Danish Wags are out in full force supporting their team, with Emilie and Alexander Bah’s girlfriend Nathalie Mengesha sat in the stands together during the 1-1 draw with Slovenia on Sunday.Most read in FootballThe girls antics are a huge change compared to the Qatar World Cup in 2022.Denmark’s FA banned the Wags from going the Middle East to “avoid enriching the country’s economy” due to their human rights record.Meet Hojlund’s wagEmilie watched their previous match alongside fellow Wag Nathalie MengeshaCredit: @emiliesofienissenHojlund shared a kiss with Laura after a Denmark qualifying gameCredit: @laurarhodShe now lives in Manchester with HojlundCredit: @laurarhodLaura has 16,000 followers on InstagramCredit: @laurarhodMeet England’s Euro 2024 Wags

    England Wags range from childhood sweethearts to recently blossoming love stories.
    Katie Goodland (Harry Kane’s wife)
    The fitness instructor has been married to the England captain since 2019 and joined him in Germany with their four children after he joined Bayern Munich.
    Laura Celia Valk (Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend)
    The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million Instagram followers and is said to be absolutely smitten with the Real Madrid star.
    Rebecca Cooke (Phil Foden’s girlfriend)
    Foden’s childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two kids tends to keep out of the spotlight, but is a regular at England games.
    Dani Dyer (Jarrod Bowen’s girlfriend)
    England’s most famous Wag, former Love Island winner and daughter of Eastenders’ Danny Dyer.
    Iris Law (Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend)
    Dani Dyer isn’t the only actor’s daughter dating an England star. Iris’ dad is Hollywood legend Jude Law.
    Megan Davison (Jordan Pickford’s wife)
    Megan has been with Pickford since he was 14 years old. The couple married in 2022 and have one son.
    Olivia Naylor (John Stones’ girlfriend)
    The 33-year-old former beautician has stepped back from her role after giving birth to a baby son.
    Read more about the Wags who will be supporting England at Euro 2024 here

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    Meet the amazing Wags of Netherlands, from a model booker to an interior designer and swimwear creator

    NETHERLANDS have gone under the radar when people talk about favourites for the Euros.An injury to star man Frenkie de Jong didn’t help matters.AnneKee Molenaar is one of the leading Wags for the Netherlands teamBlonde beauty AnneKee is a model who now lives in Germany with her football beauMatthijs de Ligt and his partner Annekee attend Bavarian beer festival OktoberfestHowever, with a resurgent Virgil van Dijk partnered by veteran Stefan De Vrij at the back they won’t let many goals in.And with Arsenal and Man Utd target Xavi Simons pulling the strings, they’re sure to be a threat up top.Whatever happens, they will by ably supported by their beautiful partners.From a model to an interior designer, meet the Dutch Wags cheering on their Euro 2024 stars.Read more football newsAnnekee MolenaarWith nearly 500,000 followers on Instagram, blonde stunner AnneKee is hugely popular.She is the wife of Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt, and they have dated since 2018.AnneKee is a model, while her brother is also a professional footballer. Jip Molenaar turns out for Telstar.The pair walked down the aisle this month.Most read in Euro 2024Kaylee AkeBack in 2022, Kaylee and Nathan Ake finally said their ‘I do’s’ in a romantic ceremony in Majorca.The pair are believed to be childhood sweethearts after meeting as teenagers in their native Netherlands.England Wags Instagram Rich ListThe same year they walked down the aisle, they also welcomed a daughter together.Brunette beauty Kaylee has own swimwear brand called Jua June, which makes bikinis from recycled plastics.Kaylee Ake is a swimwear designer who lives in the UK with football husbandBrunette beauty Kaylee is the childhood sweetheart of Man City ace Nathan AkeKaylee and Ake said their ‘I do’s’ in 2022 in MajorcaNoa van der BijCody Gakpo’s stunning model missus has settled into UK life since his £37million move to Liverpool.Noa is a junior booker for Cachet Models ever since completing her studies in management at Avans University of Applied Sciences.The blonde is busy on social media and boasts over 43,000 followers on Instagram.And she appears to be very much into the high life as she has posted photos of her in various exotic places, such as Monaco, Ibiza, Saint Tropez and Curacao.Noa van der Bij is a Dutch girl at heart but has settled into UK lifeGorgeous Noa works as a model booker for a talent agencyNoa enjoys the high-life with Liverpool ace Cody GakpoDoina TurcanuItalian interior designer Doina is the other half of Inter Milan defender Stefan de Vrij.She runs her own studio called Behance in Milan and has many high-profile clients.They began dating in 2017, and she is his greatest fan.When Inter won Serie A, she posted a snap on Instagram celebrating winning the title with her man on the San Siro pitchDoina Turcanu is an interior designer by tradePretty Doina runs her own studio out of Milan and has many high-profile clientsDoina’s other half is Inter Milan legend Stefan de VrijChantalle SchilderLast month, Joey Veerman’s missus Chantalle got Liverpool’s fans talking.The blonde stunner fuelled rumours that her beau could be Arne Slot’s first signing at the club.She shared a snap of their son Frenkie dressed head to toe in a Reds strip.Could we be see more of this pair on our shores? Watch this space.Blonde stunner Chantalle Schilder shows off her amazing bikini body on the beachChantalle got Liverpool fans talking when she shared a photo on Instagram of her son in a Reds kitFans speculated if her partner Joey Veerman was going to be Arne Slot’s first signingNetherlands Euro 2024 guideRONALD KOEMAN has overhauled Holland’s playing style after returning for a second stint in charge.

    Captain Virgil van Dijk will be expected to be a stalwart in defence while Xavi Simons will be hoping for a breakout tournament. But they may miss injured Frenkie de Jong.
    MANAGER: Ronald Koeman
    Ex-Barcelona and Everton boss was the scourge of England as a player when he knocked Graham Taylor’s side out of World Cup qualifying in 1994.
    STAR MAN: Virgil van Dijk
    Liverpool star has won everything there is to win at club level and will be counted on to keep things tight at the back.
    How Holland attack
    The Netherlands will play with a typically Dutch patient possession-based build-up.
    They will stagger their positions to play through the lines, but can be overly individualistic in the final third.
    How Holland defend
    The Dutch will play with a medium block, allowing the opposition to break the first line before engaging in the midfield area.
    They can run into problems when they fail to protect the middle of the pitch.
    Read the full Netherlands 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags

    Rike NootgedagtRike was a sales manager, until she met Virgil van Dijk in 2013.They soon moved to Glasgow together when he signed for Celtic and she has followed him on his football journey ever since.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe is a very private person, and keeps her personal life out of the public eye.Rike and Virgil have two daughters, Nila and Jadi.Rike Nooitgedagt was a sales manager when she met Virgil van Dijk in 2013Rike is a very private person and doesn’t reveal much about her life with van DijkLast month, van Dijk and Rike were spotted taking in the Monaco Grand Prix More

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    Meet Denmark’s amazing Wags, from a stunning model and influencer to children’s charity co-founder

    STANDING in the way of England qualifying for the next round of the Euros are Denmark.But the Danes will be desperate to get a result after a draw in their opener against Slovenia.Denmark’s stunning Wags include model and influencer Katrine Friis who was once based in EnglandKatrine shows off her amazing bikini body and models for various swimwear brands on InstagramAndreas Christensen and Katrine have been together since 2016 and they now live in BarcelonaCredit: Social Media – Refer to Source
    The players will know each other well, with several of the Three Lions’ opponents having experience on our shores.
    Kasper Schmeichel was formerly of Leicester, while Andreas Christensen played at Chelsea.Still, Rasmus Hojlund, Christian Norgaard, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, Jannik Vestergaard, Joachim Anderson, Mathias Jensen, Mikel Damsgaard, Mathias Jorgensen, and Mads Hermansen are ALL Premier League players.Cheering our rivals will be their amazing Wags, who were banned from the World Cup in Qatar to avoid enriching the country’s economy.Katrine FriisDanish beauty Katrine loves city life.Read more football news Previously, she was one of the queens of the King’s Road – often seen perusing the fashion boutiques and keeping up with the trends when her partner Andreas Christensen played for Chelsea.They began dating in 2016, and she also models a variety of swimwear brands.Friis now happily divides her time between her homeland in Copenhagen and Barcelona, where she now shops along the Passeig De Gracia.Josefine NorgaardGorgeous Josefine is the wife of Brentford’s Norgaard.Most read in Euro 2024She boasts 10,000 followers on Instagram, where she embraces life as a footballer’s missus and shows off her love of architecture.England Wags Instagram Rich ListRecently, she showed off a romantic trip to Paris with the midfielder, where she indulged herself with a trip to the Celine boutique.Josefine and Norgaard married two years ago, and they have a son together.Josefine Norgaard has 10,000 followers on Instagram and embraces life as a footballers’ wifeLike many Premier League Wags, stunning Josefine enjoys amazing holidays in luxurious locationsCredit: Instagram @ josefinebarsoeJosefine and Brentford star Chrstian Norgaard got married two years ago and have a son togetherCredit: Instagram @ josefinebarsoeCecilie PorsdalNutritionist Cecilie is the partner of Joachim Andersen.They finally said their ‘I do’s’ last month, after they reportedly began dating when they were teenagers.She is a social media influencer, as well as a lover of food.Cecilie has a separate Instagram page that celebrates restaurants that serve food artistically.Nutritionist Cecilie is a social media influencer who shares her fancy meals around the globe on InstagramGlam Cecilie shares plenty of photos in glam locations and cuts an elegant figureCredit: Instagram @cecilieporsdalClassy pair Joachim Anderson and Cecilie finally got married last month after being in a longterm romanceSabrina Kvist JensenSabrina prefers to keep a low-profile, but is a trained hairdresser.She originally stayed in her homeland to complete her hairdressing education, while husband Christian Eriksen earned his stripes with Spurs, before moving to England where she worked for a clothing company.She was thrust into the spotlight when Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch at Euro 2020.Sabrina was consoled by Danish players after she rushed down to the sidelines and has been by his side ever since as he made a full recovery.Christian Eriksen and Sabrina Kvist Jensen were an item before the former Spurs midfielder moved to the UKPretty Sabrina is a trained hairdresser and the mother of two of Eriksen’s childrenStine SchmeichelThe wife of the former Leicester No1, Stine is a trained midwife.She is also co-founder of Fodboldfonden – a charity that raises funds for the benefit of vulnerable and disadvantaged children.They first met when they were just 17 at a 7-Eleven at a Copenhagen train station.In 2015 they wed, and have three children together.Stine Schmeichel is her husband’s greatest supporter who cheers him on in the standsKasper Schmeichel and Stine first met when they were just 17 at a 7-Eleven at a Copenhagen train stationStine is co-founder of Fodboldfonden – a charity that raises funds for the benefit of vulnerable and disadvantaged childrenDenmark Euro 2024 guideTHE winners of Euro 1992 will be hoping for another unlikely surge to the latter stages under boss Kasper Hjulmand.

    The spirit of the squad cannot be questioned after they recovered from Christian Eriksen’s collapse to make it to the Euro 2020 semi-finals and give England a scare.
    MANAGER: Kasper Hjulmand
    Played in America for North Florida Ospreys and became Thomas Tuchel’s successor at Mainz in 2014. 
    KEY MAN: Rasmus Hojlund
    One of few bright sparks as Man Utd finished a dismal eighth in the Premier League. Can cause problems with his tireless work ethic and clinical finishing.
    How Denmark attack
    Denmark are very structured and patient in the way they attack.
    They will often push a midfielder up to join the three strikers and attempt to create a four-man overload.
    How Denmark defend
    While Denmark attack in a 4-3-3, or even a 4-2-2, they will drop into a deeper 5-4-1 out of possession.
    They will wait patiently for the right moment to press and recover quickly if the opposition attempt to play over the top.
    Read the full Denmark Euro 2024 guide here, including predicted line-ups, odds and Wags

    Elina GollertElina is the beautiful Wag of Denmark captain Simon Kjaer.She uses her Instagram to show off an array of fashionable outfits, as well as her epic lifestyle.Although it’s not all fun and games, as she shared it can be tough having to move from country to country following your beau around wherever his football career takes him.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe also appeared in the Netflix documentary Captains of the World, where she discussed her husband’s leadership skills.Originally from Sweden, she is a mother of two.Originally from Sweden, Elina Gollert has followed her beau around the globe for his football careerBeauty Elina shows off her epic fashion sense in a variety of fashionable outfits on InstagramElina appeared in Netflix documentary Captains of the World where she championed her partner’s leadership skills More