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England got lucky against Slovakia when they didn't have to, writes CRAIG HOPE. It's time for Gareth Southgate to MANAGE his team against Switzerland

CRAIG HOPE: It is rare that you feel any emotion when covering a game. I use the word 'anaesthetised', describing the numbing of the joys and stresses of being a football fan.

THE NOTEBOOK: Three Lions cricket footage featuring Harry Kane and Declan Rice in high demand... while Swiss officials made bizarre plans should they have beat England

THE NOTEBOOK: Footage of England's players engaged in keenly contested cricket matches at their Germany training camp has been in high demand.

Prince William embodies nation watching nail-biting England win

Prince William encapsulated the emotions of all of England as he watched the Three Lions come from behind and scrape to victory on penalties against Switzerland at the Euros.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic BANISHES former Premier League star from the AC Milan dressing room... with the Champions League winner forced to train alongside the club's youth team

Since hanging up his boots following a second spell with the Rossoneri, Zlatan has served as an advisor at Milan and has retained his characteristic abrasiveness.

Inside England's secrets of the shootout: Jordan Pickford's 'cheat sheet', Steve Holland's detailed dossier, a delayed walk to the spot and the key impact of a former Netherlands star

On a memorable night in Dusseldorf it was a penalty dossier that was passed to Southgate from assistant Steve Holland that set the tone. Mail Sport looks into the secrets of England's shootout success.

Coco Gauff and doubles partner Jessica Pegula advance to Wimbledon quarterfinals after world No. 2 singles player's upset loss

Coco Gauff's time at Wimbledon isn't over just yet. The second-ranked player in the world was bounced from the tournament by Emma Navarro on Sunday, but had more luck in doubles.

John Deere Classic’s colossal amount of birdies is an enormous red flag

The John Deere Classic saw the players make over 2,000 birdies in four days, which marked the most in 2024.

Who are Gareth Southgate's Monument Men? Assessing the five players who've been a constant in the England manager's squad since Euro 2016

Gareth Southgate will become only the third England manager to reach a Century of games on Saturday, with five key players proving the bedrock of his reign.

Netherlands 2-1 Turkey: Ronald Koeman's side score TWICE in six minutes to complete comeback in Berlin and set up semi-final clash against England at Euro 2024

MATT BARLOW AT THE OLYMPIASTADION: familiar shade of bright orange will be waiting for England in Dortmund on Wednesday after the Netherlands fought back from behind

Gareth Southgate insists he 'LOVES' his England players after dramatic shoot-out victory against Switzerland - and claims the Three Lions showed their 'streetwise nature' in Dusseldorf

SAMI MOKBEL AT THE DUSSELDORF ARENA: England celebrated jubilantly in front of their euphoric fans after winning a tense penalty shoot-out 5-3 following a 1-1 draw after extra time.

Second perfect Arsenal transfer falls into place, with Inter Milan deal next after Calafiori agreement

A perfect Arsenal transfer that will go hand-in-hand with the signing of Riccardo Calafiori is taking shape thanks to Inter Milan

Liverpool fans left baffled by pre-season training under new manager Arne Slot

The former Feyenoord coach has the daunting challenge of following in the footsteps of legendary manager Jurgen Klopp.

Swiss press claim England were 'LUCKIER not better' than Switzerland in Euro 2024 quarter-final win - as they insist one Premier League star was 'an extra' during the clash

The Three Lions edged past Switzerland on penalties on a dramatic evening in Dusseldorf, with Gareth Southgate 's side again showing all of their spirit to get to the next round.

Cristiano Ronaldo slammed for having 'no impact' for Portugal in Euro 2024 quarter-final with France... after the 39-year-old balloons a golden chance over the crossbar

The 39-year-old has yet to score in Germany and was presented with the ideal chance to break his duck in the first half of extra time but blazed his shot wildly over the French crossbar.

Chelsea signing Estevao Willian shocks rivals with latest goal heroics: 'You can't mark him'

Chelsea signing Estevao Willian shocks rivals with latest goal heroics: 'You can't mark him' - The future looks very bright at Stamford Bridge as Brazil’s ‘Little Messi’ continues to go from strength to strength

Alvaro Morata sparks a storm in Spain camp on the eve of Euro semi-final as their captain threatens to QUIT after the tournament over 'nonsense' critics - and hints his family want to leave the country too

Morata, who has captained his country this summer, previously admitted it would be 'easiest' for him to move abroad because of the poor treatment.

Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann 'fights back tears' as he opens up on the hurt of his side's Euro 2024 exit... but insists the hosts 'did not deserve to lose against Spain'

AADAM PATEL AT THE MHPARENA IN STUTTGART: Julian Nagelsmann insisted his side did not deserve to lose after Germany were knocked out of Euro 2024 by Spain.

Christian Horner issues clear ‘unsustainable’ warning to under-pressure Sergio Perez

Sergio Perez has scored just 15 points in the last six races, allowing Red Bull's rivals to close the gap.

Germany outraged over Euro 2024 exit: 'Cheated!'

Colombia smash Panama 5-0 to book their spot in the Copa America semifinals with Luis Diaz and James Rodriguez both scoring in Arizona

Colombia eased through to the semifinals of the Copa America on Saturday night with a superb 5-0 win over Panama in Arizona.

Helmut Marko explains why Red Bull lost the British GP to ‘masterful’ Lewis Hamilton

"Lewis Hamilton did a great job, and that just shows how much experience and speed he still has."

Paul Finebaum Predicts Lincoln Riley Will Be Out At USC

ESPN college football analyst Paul Finebaum is predicting a big-time college football coach will be out at the end of the 2024 college football regular season. Finebaum is not a believer in USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley this year. He thinks Riley will be out at USC following the '24 ...

Shedeur Sanders Called Out By Fellow College Quarterback After Tough Workout

It's not that newsworthy to see top college quarterbacks get together for offseason workouts. It is notable though when one of them calls another out during the session. That seems to be what happened when Shedeur Sanders worked out with University of Miami quarterback Cam Ward recently. ...

How the Dutch have ditched Total Football to reach Euro 2024 semi-final against England… Ronald Koeman's team is built on a strong defence without Frenkie de Jong to pull the strings as fans clamour for Wout Weghorst to start

MATT BARLOW: Like England and France, the Dutch's passage to the last four has been a triumph of substance over style.

Martin Odegaard admits Arsenal lacked the consistency required to win the Premier League last season - but the Gunners captain insists his side are ready to 'come back even stronger'

ISAAN KHAN: Odegaard's warning for their rivals is clear: yes, we weren't consistent enough to win the league. But, once again, we are coming back even more formidable.

Can YOU take a penalty like Ivan Toney? Mail Sport challenges fans in Germany to shoot without looking at the ball - and it's as tough as it looks!

Discussing his penalty routine following Saturday's game, Toney said: 'I never look at the ball. Considering it is my routine I just think it is what I do but some people may see it as crazy.'

Red Bull says Perez form "unsustainable" with F1 contract clause set to kick in

Sergio Perez’s F1 future increasingly in doubt as performance-related clause set to kick in on his contract

England fans narrow their search down to two Three Lions stars and are 'not surprised' after Trent Alexander-Arnold was caught telling his brothers that a team-mate 'didn't want to take' a penalty against Switzerland

The Liverpool star came off the bench in the second-half of extra-time to take a penalty during the shootout and scored the decisive spot-kick to send England into the semi-finals.

What it's REALLY like to face an Ivan Toney penalty: Ex-England goalkeeper Ben Foster explains how the Brentford star 'makes you look like an absolute fool'

The Brentford striker showed no sign of nerves as he took his incredible record from 12 yards to the international stage in England's penalty shoot-out win over Switzerland.

Mets Monday Morning GM: We can only hope the Dodgers trade is Luis Torrens 2.0

The New York Mets made another small player for cash trade on Sunday. This time with the Los Angeles Dodgers. If Matt Gage is anything like Luis Torrens, it's another theft by David Stearns.

Netherlands vs England: Euro 2024 prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

Netherlands vs England: Euro 2024 prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds - Three Lions set for huge semi-final clash in Dortmund

Jermaine Jenas accuses Rio Ferdinand of 'LYING' in awkward exchange between the BBC pundits during live coverage of France's victory against Portugal at Euro 2024

Les Blues knocked out Cristiano Ronaldo and Co in a dramatic penalty shootout last night after Joao Felix saw his effort, the only miss, hit the woodwork.

Michael Schumacher plot 'mastermind' is arrested by German police

Police have arrested the suspected 'mastermind' in a plot to blackmail the family of former Formula 1 world champion Michael Schumacher, German media reports.

Harry Kane's embarrassing moment as England captain against Switzerland

Jude Bellingham reveals how Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink helped banish 'awful memories' for England in Euro 2024 quarter-final shootout win over Switzerland

Bellingham, who also converted his spotkick against Switzerland, says he was confident of scoring thanks to Three Lions assistant Hasselbaink's work in training.

FIA make important Max Verstappen admission after F1 racing rule broken

FIA 'might' update rules after hindsight admission...

Euro 2024: Semi-final fixtures, quarter-final results, knockout schedule, group standings

Euro 2024: Semi-final fixtures, quarter-final results, knockout schedule, group standings - Final stages of the European Championship are upon us

Football fans use hilarious memes to chronicle England's Euros win

The internet has gone into pandemonium as England walk away victorious from their quarter final Euro 2024 clash with Switzerland, using the arts of memes to express their joy.

Mets Fans Are Unhappy With Team's Lone All-Star Selection

Pete Alonso is heading to his fourth All-Star Game despite playing below his usual standards. As announced Sunday night, the first baseman will be the only New York Mets player representing the New York Mets on the National League. Each team must have at least one All-Star, but it's not like Alonso ...

Tiger Woods reportedly declines Ryder Cup captaincy; here’s 5 candidates who could lead Team USA

Tiger Woods has reportedly turned down the PGA of America to lead Team USA, so who else could be the captain at Bethpage Black?

Premier League ref Anthony Taylor returns to England from the Euros - after thousands of fans signed a petition demanding a replay of Germany vs Spain - as he looks set to be overlooked for the final

The Premier League referee drew the ire of Germany fans after he turned down calls for handball against Chelsea 's Marc Cucurella in their quarter-final defeat.

‘Verstappen family’ theory with Red Bull told to ‘do something’ about Sergio Perez

"It's a very difficult situation for Red Bull, because they let it fester for too long."

Moment Jude Bellingham consoles Manuel Akanji after England Euros win

England advanced to the final four at the European Championship on Saturday evening after being taken to penalties by Murat Yakin's side.

Luke Shaw claims that Bukayo Saka supports one of Arsenal's main rivals and the winger's response goes viral

Shaw and Saka struggled to contain themselves during a recent live broadcast that went out on social media from inside England's Euro 2024 camp in Germany.

This is why even the best players miss penalties during a shoot-out

An exciting moment for neutral onlookers yet dreaded by players, coaches, and committed fans, the penalty shoot-out has been an integral feature of knockout tournament soccer since the 1970s. It was then that the penalty shoot-out began to determine the victor of a soccer game, as before that a coin toss decided who won the match. But while it may seem like the outcome of penalties is down to luck, they are both a skill and a mental test. So, where and exactly when did it all begin? And what strategies do players employ before taking their crucial kick? This gallery answers these questions and more. Click on to discover.

Ruud van Nistelrooy and former Go Ahead Eagles manager arrive for day one of Man United's pre-season - along with a third unannounced coach - as Marcus Rashford checks in

The Red Devils legend is expected to be officially announced as one of Ten Hag's new assistant coaches imminently with players due back for pre-season today.

John Deere Classic prize money payout: How much Davis Thompson made in first PGA Tour victory

Thompson won his first PGA Tour victory by four shots at the John Deere Classic. Here is how much he and the field made.

Esteban Ocon early Alpine release twist in wild British GP paddock rumour

Esteban Ocon is on the move, but where to and when?

Dutch mock 'barely watchable' England and Gareth Southgate's boring 'data analyst' tactics ahead of semi-final... and prey on Three Lions fans' fears that the Netherlands have 'home advantage' in Germany

The England manager's approach has been 'ultra-conservative', according to one Dutch pundit, and has relied on the views of data analysts in an effort to keep a clean sheet, rather than score goals.

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