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William Saliba trained on his own on Wednesday due to ‘muscular pain’, as France were dealt more injury issues ahead of their next Euro 2024 match. France narrowly won their Euros opener 1-0 against Austria last Monday but they weren’t celebrating much after captain Kylian Mbappe left the pitch with a broken nose. While the star forward will not require an operation, he remains a huge doubt for Les Bleus’ next Group D clash against the Netherlands on Friday. The 25-year-old is set to wear a mask for the rest of the tournament and returned to light training away from…

Mario and Luigi were spotted at the Euro 2024 game between Croatia and Albania today, and now fans want a pair of the boots too. Football fans and gamers have both had something entertaining to watch lately, in the form of the Euro 2024 and all the video games showcases, concluding with this week’s impressive Nintendo Direct. Nintendo’s showcase saw lots of announcement, including that of a new Mario & Luigi role-player, scheduled to release on November 7. During the group stage game between Croatia and Albania, at the Euros earlier today, the two plumber brothers were spotted again, this…

Switzerland will be looking to maintain their perfect start to Euro 2024 when they take on Scotland in their second group stage game this evening. Murat Yakin’s men opened their campaign with a 3-1 victory over Hungary, and a win over the Scots in Cologne tonight will all but seal their spot in the Round of 16. But while their qualification permutations are rather straightforward, for a number of people at least, the reason why they are called SUI on the TV scoreboard is rather less clear. Here’s everything you need to know. Why is Switzerland called SUI on the…

Kyle Walker has confirmed that England players have been using pickle juice ‘secret potion’ for some time after it became a hot topic at Euro 2024. Fans were left baffled on social media after images and videos of Three Lions star Kieran Trippier during the 1-0 over Serbia last Sunday went viral. The Newcastle United defender was seen consuming two suspicious-looking sachets during the match, leading to false conspiracy theories that the the player was doping. It has since been confirmed that Trippier was actually drinking pickle juice which several England stars are using to combat cramp late in games.…

Gareth Southgate should drop Phil Foden for ‘fearless’ Anthony Gordon when England play Denmark at Euro 2024 on Thursday. That is the opinion of former Arsenal and Three Lions forward Theo Walcott amid the debate over how to get the best out of the struggling Foden. The Manchester City attacking midfielder endured a tough start to the Euros campaign, being largely ineffective in the 1-0 win over Serbia last Sunday. With Jude Bellingham starting at No.10 some have wondered whether someone else should play on the left-wing instead of crowbarring Foden in there. Alan Shearer has suggested putting Gordon or…

Gareth Southgate will name an unchanged England XI when his side take on Denmark in their second match at Euro 2024 on Thursday night. Jude Bellingham’s bullet header secured England’s winning start to the competition against Serbia on Sunday but it was a nervy end to the contest in Gelsenkirchen. The Three Lions wilted in the second period, inviting pressure from Serbia with Phil Foden in particular coming in for criticism after his subdued performance off the left in attack. Trent Alexander-Arnold meanwhile was handed a starting role in midfield alongside Declan Rice, with former England internationals Frank Lampard and…

Kieran Tierney left the pitch on a stretcher after picking up a nasty injury during Scotland’s Euro 2024 clash against Switzerland. The defender was forced to come off in the 61st minute of Wednesday night’s huge game in Cologne which finished 1-1. Scott McTominay’s deflected strike gave the Tartan Army the lead after just 13 minutes but soon after Xherdan Shaqiri pounced on a Anthony Ralston mistake to score a stunning equaliser. On the hour mark, Tierney was attempting to fend off Dan Ndoye on the edge of the box but in the process caught his studs in the grass…

Scotland earned a 1-1 draw with Switzerland at Euro 2024, but Paul Merson was left confused by a certain incident involving Scott McTominay. McTominay’s deflected strike gave the Tartan Army the lead in Cologne on Wednesday night after just 13 minutes. But their lead wouldn’t last long, with Xherdan Shaqiri pouncing on a Anthony Ralston mistake to score a sensational equaliser. It was tight, end-to-end game which saw the points shared, with Scotland now realistically needing to beat Hungary in their final Group A game on Sunday in order to make the knockouts. Nevertheless, it was night and day compared…

Gareth Southgate held an impromptu meeting with his England squad on Tuesday night in response to the ‘bad’ press surrounding their Euro 2024 campaign. The Three Lions continue their European Championships with a clash against Denmark on Thursday evening, knowing that victory would book their place in the knockout stage. They currently top Group C following a 1-0 win over Serbia last Sunday but their performance was underwhelming and there was plenty of criticism aimed at Southgate’s tactics and certain players. In particularly, much has been made of the performances of Phil Foden and Trent Alexander-Arnold, with calls for the…

UEFA Euro 2024: Is Scotland vs Switzerland on TV? kick-off, team news, predictions & where to watch 19/06/2024 – UEFA European Championship – (Group Stage – Group A) Venue: Cologne Stadium Scotland suffered a 5-1 defeat to hosts Germany in the opening game of the Euros 2024. The team’s captain said the Scots will look to shake the ‘fear’ that he believes played a role in the opening game disaster.  Heading into the crucial match in Cologne, the Scots will face Switzerland and are acutely aware that another defeat would leave them needing a miracle to progress from Group A.…

UEFA Euro 2024: Is Germany vs Hungary on TV? kick-off, team news, predictions & where to watch 19/06/2024 – UEFA European Championship – (Group Stage – Group A) Venue: Stuttgart Arena After a commanding 5-1 victory over Scotland in their Euro 2024 opener, hosts Germany are set to face Hungary in Group A. Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz were standout performers in Germany’s impressive start in Munich. Julian Nagelsmann’s squad now heads to Dortmund, where they will take on Hungary. The Hungarian team previously defeated Germany in the Nations League two years ago, but they face an uphill battle to…

UEFA Euro 2024: Is Croatia vs Albania on TV? kick-off, team news, predictions & where to watch 19/06/2024 – UEFA European Championship – (Group Stage – Group B) Venue: Volksparkstadion Croatia and Albania will be seeking a much-needed win, after both lost their opening matches. Croatia is currently sitting at the bottom of the table (due to goal difference) so a win – with a healthy scoreline will be their goal. Goal difference could prove to be vital later on – four out of the six teams who finish 3rd in their group will make it through to the Round…

UEFA Euro 2024 fixtures today – 19/06 – Kick, off, where to watch Group A Germany vs Hungary (17:00, BBC One, BBC Sport) Switzerland vs Scotland (20:00, BBC One, BBC Sport) Group B Croatia vs Albania (14:00, ITV, ITVX)

Telegraph Sport – ‘Foden: I am worth my place’ The back page of The Daily Telegraph leads on Phil Foden who has hit back at critics who said his performance in England’s opening Euros match should see him benched for the next match. The paper reports he has said he can play alongside Jude Bellingham. Many critics slammed Foden’s lack on impact on the game – despite it only being the first match. (The Back Pages)

Sun Sport – ‘All smiles in the England camp: Cheese and Pickles’ The back page of The Sun leads on the latest from the England squad with Declan Rice pictured – taking snaps of other England stars. The back page also reports on pickle juice – the drink that helps players from not cramping up on the pitch. (The Back Pages)

Mirror Sport – ‘My Main Man’ The back page of the Daily Mirror leads on comments from England and Man Utd star Kobbie Mainoo. The footballer – away in Germany with the Three Lions for this summer’s Euros – has opened up on Man Utd’s decision to keep Erik ten Hag as manager. (The Back Pages)

Express Sport – ‘Eric’s My Main Man’ The back page of the Daily Express leads on comments from England and Man Utd star Kobbie Mainoo. The footballer – away in Germany with the Three Lions for this summer’s Euros – has opened up on Man Utd’s decision to keep Erik ten Hag as manager. (The Back Pages)

Portugal score late in Euro Thriller in Leipzig “If Ronaldo plays well or the team plays well. He always finds a chance.” Cesc

Former Three Lions captain Terry Butcher has called for Phil Foden to raise his game for England after his ‘disappointing’ performance in their Euro 2024 opener against Serbia. Gareth Southgate’s side got off to a winning start in their Group C opener on Sunday night with Jude Bellingham’s bullet header early in the first-half enough to seal all three points. Foden by contrast endured a quiet night, failing to impose himself and cutting a frustrated figure at one stage, throwing his arms in the air after watching a move break down in the second-half. Foden, who played the full 90…

William Saliba hailed N’Golo Kante after his impressive performance in France’s 1-0 victory over Austria at Euro 2024. France secured a win in their Group D opener on Monday evening as Max Wober’s own goal seven minutes before half time was enough for Didier Deschamps’ side. Kylian Mbappe missed an excellent one-on-one chance in the second half to double France’s lead before the Real Madrid forward was forced off in injury time with a broken nose. Kante, meanwhile, delivered a sublime performance at the heart of France’s midfield and was named Man of the Match for his display, which was…

Gary Lineker’s outfit while presenting coverage of England’s opening Euros match may have breached BBC guidelines, it has been claimed. The Match of the Day presenter, 63, appeared to wear a green T-shirt from his Next clothing range while commenting on Sunday’s England v Serbia game live on-air. According to BBC rules, on-air talent should not wear clothes ‘which they have agreed, or been contracted, to promote or in which they have any financial interest.’ Under section 15 conflict of interest, the broadcaster’s guidelines state: ‘No on-air talent should promote products, goods, services or clothing they use on air. ‘On-air…

[ad_1] Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing to play in his 11th major tournament for Portugal (Getty)Karel Poborsky has labelled Cristiano Ronaldo as one of Portugal’s ‘weakest links’ ahead of their Euro 2024 opener against Czech Republic on Tuesday evening. Ronaldo is set to play in his 11th major tournament for Portugal having first featured for his national side at Euro 2004. The 39-year-old finished this season in the Saudi Pro League scoring 50 goals in 51 appearances for Al-Nassr. But for Portugal, the former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus forward faces strong competition for a starting place in attack alongside…

Kylian Mbappe’s participation at this summer’s Euro 2024 was thrown into doubt after the France captain suffered a broken nose in their opening fixture. The forward, involved in the game’s only goal as Didier Deschamps’ side beat Austria 1-0, picked up the injury in the dying minutes in Dusseldorf on Monday night. After lengthy treatment on the pitch, he was subbed off and headed down the tunnel in worrying scenes for Les Bleus’ players and fans. The Real Madrid forward headed straight to hospital to assess the injury and figure out if surgery was required. Here’s everything we know about…

Euro 2024 viewers will be disappointed to discover that there are only two games on today for the first time this tournament – but it’s for a good reason. The action is well underway in Germany, with the opening matches producing its fair share of high-scoring games, world-class goals and shock upsets. Many fans not in attendance have been glued to their TV screens for the past three days watching matches at 2pm, 5pm and 8pm each day. However, that is set to change on Tuesday as just two fixtures are scheduled to take place as Turkey take on Georgia…

Micah Richards has hit out at Erik ten Hag after the Manchester United manager criticised Gareth Southgate’s tactical approach in the wake of England’s gritty 1-0 victory over Serbia at Euro 2024. England, one of the hot favourites at this summer’s tournament, got off to a dream start in their opener, with Jude Bellingham powering a thumping header past Predrag Rajkovic after only 13 minutes in Gelsenkirchen. Harry Kane had a header of his own pushed over the bar by Rajkovic which was as close as England came to doubling their advantage in the Group C contest and Serbia almost…