The article discusses the different approaches taken by various national teams during the rest days in between the group stage and the knockout phase of Euro 2024. It highlights the contrasting methods employed by coaches such as Didier Deschamps, Gareth Southgate, Julian Nagelsmann, and Ralf Rangnick in managing their players’ downtime. While some coaches allowed
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Following England’s lackluster 0-0 draw with Slovenia in the Euro 2020, the families and friends of England players were subjected to unacceptable behavior by some fans in the stands. Reports indicate that beer cups were thrown in their direction, with plastic cups hitting them from all angles. This type of behavior is not only disrespectful
In the UEFA European Championship group stage, the tournament’s betting favorites managed to get through with relatively minimal damage. One of the leading teams, France, has been a popular choice among bettors, with 23% of the tickets at ESPN BET, 24% at DraftKings, and 15% at FanDuel. Despite this strong backing, their odds have shifted
Marc Guéhi, a key player for England in Euro 2024, emphasized the idea that there is no easy path in the competition. Despite avoiding powerhouse teams like France, Spain, Germany, and Portugal in their route to the final, Guéhi remains resolute in his belief that every team presents a tough challenge. This mindset is crucial
England forward Phil Foden has temporarily left the team’s Euro 2024 camp and returned to the U.K. to deal with a “pressing family matter.” This unexpected development has raised concerns among fans and team officials about his availability for the upcoming round-of-16 match. Foden’s absence could significantly impact England’s performance on the pitch, given his
The recent 0-0 draw between England and Slovenia in Cologne has highlighted the ongoing struggles of Gareth Southgate’s team in the Euro 2024 campaign. Despite securing the top spot in Group C, the lackluster performance on the field has raised concerns about Southgate’s team selection and tactical choices. England’s performance against Slovenia was characterized by
Gareth Southgate, the head coach of the England national team, found himself facing criticism after the team was booed off the field despite finishing at the top of Group C in a lackluster performance against Slovenia. Southgate expressed his concerns about the “unusual environment” surrounding the team and urged supporters to stand behind the players,
Amid mounting criticism of their Euro 2024 performances, Jarrod Bowen has insisted that the England squad is staying calm and focused on their upcoming matches. Despite topping the group after beating Serbia and drawing with Denmark, the team has faced backlash from pundits and fans for their underwhelming displays. Former England captains Gary Lineker and
Following England’s 1-1 draw with Denmark at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt, concerns were raised regarding the quality of the pitch. The closed roof and humid atmosphere seemed to contribute to the turf cutting up, causing chunks of turf to fly into the air as players tackled each other. England manager Gareth Southgate admitted to
Despite being one of the standout players in the Premier League last season, Phil Foden has faced criticism for his performances in the European Championship. Foden, who scored 27 goals for Manchester City across all competitions, struggled in England’s 1-0 win over Serbia, where he was deployed on the left side of a front three.