Former England skipper and opener Alastair Cook has figured that the Joe Root-drove English batting unit will struggle against a quality Indian bowling attack in the forthcoming five-match series.&nbsp;England's batting has been a significant reason for worry in the previous six months and Alastair Cook believes that they will be facing a humongous challenge against India.

England set up a hopeless batting show to go down against New Zealand in the new Edgbaston Test, accordingly surrendering the two-match series 1-0.&nbsp;

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Alastair Cook in the Tuffers and Vaughan podcast expressed that England's young batting line-up would think that it’s intense against a quality Indian bowling attack.&nbsp; 
“When the pressure comes on, this England batting unit doesn’t respond too well, they often collapse, when the game’s right on the money or when it becomes tough. It would be interesting to see how they cope with India. It will be a great challenge for them.”

Alastair Cook added that England has such a large number of unpracticed batsmen at the top and middle-order, which has been one of the main sources of their difficulties.&nbsp; 
“We’ve also got to look at how many games these guys have played. Sibley 20, Burns 25, Crawley 14, Pope 19. So four out of the top five, take Joe Root out of it, have played less than 25 games. In a really seasoned Test side, you only want one player with under 20 games. You want everyone else with 50-60 Tests," he said.

“The England side which went to Australia in 2010-11 - myself, Struass, Trott at three, KP at four, Bell at five, Collingwood at six we had all played 50-60 Test matches. We had all gone through what Sibley, Burns, and Crawley are going through at this particular time,” he added.

Phil Tufnell trusts the hosts could get defeated by India if they don't take care of their batting line-up: “We were talking about Joe Root, in the 50-over game, being a situational player. I didn’t see any of that against New Zealand in those two Test matches. I still think there is a huge worry about the top three. Rory Burns is probably pretty much pinned in. But there are two or three spots lurking around. Ollie Pope short of runs, the likes of James Bracey came in, he was nervous. That batting order against that Indian bowling line-up will struggle, and they will need to do something about it because we could get blown away.” 
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Former England skipper and opener Alastair Cook has figured that the Joe Root-drove English batting unit will struggle against a quality Indian bowling attack in the forthcoming five-match series.

Former England skipper and opener Alastair Cook has figured that the Joe Root-drove English batting unit will struggle against a quality Indian bowling attack in the forthcoming five-match series. England's batting has been a significant reason for worry in the previous six months and Alastair Cook believes that they will be facing a humongous challenge against India. England set up a hopeless batting show to go down against New Zealand in the new Edgbaston Test, accordingly surrendering the two-match series 1-0. ALSO READ: Cricket: It’s time that ‘rest and rotation policy’ is put behind us, says Joe Root Alastair Cook in the Tuffers and Vaughan podcast expressed that England's young batting line-up would think that it’s intense against a quality Indian bowling attack. “When the pressure comes on, this England batting unit doesn’t respond too well, they often collapse, when the game’s right on the money or when it becomes tough. It would be interesting to see how they cope with India. It will be a great challenge for them.” Alastair Cook added that England has such a large number of unpracticed batsmen at the top and middle-order, which has been one of the main sources of their difficulties. “We’ve also got to look at how many games these guys have played. Sibley 20, Burns 25, Crawley 14, Pope 19. So four out of the top five, take Joe Root out of it, have played less than 25 games. In a really seasoned Test side, you only want one player with under 20 games. You want everyone else with 50-60 Tests," he said. “The England side which went to Australia in 2010-11 - myself, Struass, Trott at three, KP at four, Bell at five, Collingwood at six we had all played 50-60 Test matches. We had all gone through what Sibley, Burns, and Crawley are going through at this particular time,” he added. Phil Tufnell trusts the hosts could get defeated by India if they don't take care of their batting line-up: “We were talking about Joe Root, in the 50-over game, being a situational player. I didn’t see any of that against New Zealand in those two Test matches. I still think there is a huge worry about the top three. Rory Burns is probably pretty much pinned in. But there are two or three spots lurking around. Ollie Pope short of runs, the likes of James Bracey came in, he was nervous. That batting order against that Indian bowling line-up will struggle, and they will need to do something about it because we could get blown away.”

Cricket: England’s batting unit will struggle against Indian bowlers, says Alastair Cook

England seamers Sam Curran and David Willey shared nine wickets to set up a crushing eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka on Thursday as the hosts chased down 241 with seven overs to spare to go 2-0 up in the three-match one-day international series.

Curran took five for 48 from his 10 overs, with fellow left-arm&nbsp;Willey grabbing four for 64 as Sri Lanka made 241-9, something of a recovery after they were 21-4 in the seventh over.

It never looked remotely enough, though, as Jason Roy (60) started the chase strongly and Joe Root, unbeaten on 68, and captain Eoin Morgan (75 not out) gave the half-capacity 12,500 Oval crowd plenty to cheer, if not the exciting finish they might have hoped for.

England got off to a flier as Curran took the first three wickets - two lbw and one bowled - in his first two overs, leaving Sri Lanka 12-3, which soon became 21-4 when Willey had Charith Asalanka caught.

Dhananjaya de Silva, ably assisted by Wanindu Hasaranga (26) and Dasun Shanaka, steadied the ship, initially digging in and then playing their shots with growing confidence.

De Silva, who missed the first game of the series on Tuesday, eventually departed for an entertaining 13-boundary 91.

Shanaka then took up the reins before he was caught off Willey for 47 in the 45th over, just when it had appeared that the tourists might be able to scramble a total that would have given them something to defend.

England's bowlers smelled blood, however, and Curran completed his first five-wicket haul for his country when he had Karunaratne caught behind to spark a great celebration for the Surrey man on his home ground.

EARLY STRUGGLES

Willey claimed his fourth as Sri Lanka ended on 241-9 - a battling effort after their early struggles.

The total was some improvement on the first match when they were all out for 185, which England knocked off in 35 overs after an early wobble.

Sri Lanka needed early wickets again to have any chance but their attack lacked menace as England's prodigious opening duo of Roy and Jonny Bairstow put on an untroubled 71 before the latter played on for 29.

Roy departed via a brilliant, diving Chamika Karunaratne catch for 60 off 52 balls but Root, who top-scored with an unbeaten 79 on Tuesday, and Morgan delighted to be back in the runs after a dry spell, accumulated at will.

Both reached risk-free half-centuries before putting their foot down and finding the boundary, Morgan finishing with a four as England ended on 244-2.

"It was a good day all around," said Morgan. "We had to sit in and be patient with the bat. As a captain, I don't think massively about my batting. Today it was nice to get some time in the middle.

"We'll probably make some more changes in Bristol (for the final match on Sunday) with an eye on the Pakistan series. We are always looking to grow and get better."

Sam Curran was named man of the match.

"It was really special to get my first five-for and to be playing in front of fans as well, it's been great. Recently in these past few games the ball has been swinging which has been a really nice change," he said.

England seamers Sam Curran and David Willey shared nine wickets to set up a crushing eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka on Thursday as the hosts chased down 241 with seven overs to spare to go 2-0 up in the three-match one-day international series.

England seamers Sam Curran and David Willey shared nine wickets to set up a crushing eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka on Thursday as the hosts chased down 241 with seven overs to spare to go 2-0 up in the three-match one-day international series. Curran took five for 48 from his 10 overs, with fellow left-arm Willey grabbing four for 64 as Sri Lanka made 241-9, something of a recovery after they were 21-4 in the seventh over. It never looked remotely enough, though, as Jason Roy (60) started the chase strongly and Joe Root, unbeaten on 68, and captain Eoin Morgan (75 not out) gave the half-capacity 12,500 Oval crowd plenty to cheer, if not the exciting finish they might have hoped for. England got off to a flier as Curran took the first three wickets - two lbw and one bowled - in his first two overs, leaving Sri Lanka 12-3, which soon became 21-4 when Willey had Charith Asalanka caught. Dhananjaya de Silva, ably assisted by Wanindu Hasaranga (26) and Dasun Shanaka, steadied the ship, initially digging in and then playing their shots with growing confidence. De Silva, who missed the first game of the series on Tuesday, eventually departed for an entertaining 13-boundary 91. Shanaka then took up the reins before he was caught off Willey for 47 in the 45th over, just when it had appeared that the tourists might be able to scramble a total that would have given them something to defend. England's bowlers smelled blood, however, and Curran completed his first five-wicket haul for his country when he had Karunaratne caught behind to spark a great celebration for the Surrey man on his home ground. EARLY STRUGGLES Willey claimed his fourth as Sri Lanka ended on 241-9 - a battling effort after their early struggles. The total was some improvement on the first match when they were all out for 185, which England knocked off in 35 overs after an early wobble. Sri Lanka needed early wickets again to have any chance but their attack lacked menace as England's prodigious opening duo of Roy and Jonny Bairstow put on an untroubled 71 before the latter played on for 29. Roy departed via a brilliant, diving Chamika Karunaratne catch for 60 off 52 balls but Root, who top-scored with an unbeaten 79 on Tuesday, and Morgan delighted to be back in the runs after a dry spell, accumulated at will. Both reached risk-free half-centuries before putting their foot down and finding the boundary, Morgan finishing with a four as England ended on 244-2. "It was a good day all around," said Morgan. "We had to sit in and be patient with the bat. As a captain, I don't think massively about my batting. Today it was nice to get some time in the middle. "We'll probably make some more changes in Bristol (for the final match on Sunday) with an eye on the Pakistan series. We are always looking to grow and get better." Sam Curran was named man of the match. "It was really special to get my first five-for and to be playing in front of fans as well, it's been great. Recently in these past few games the ball has been swinging which has been a really nice change," he said.

Cricket: Sam Curran shines as England crush Sri Lanka to win series

England midfielder Jack Grealish said captain Harry Kane is the best player he has ever played with and tipped the Tottenham Hotspur forward to break the Premier League scoring record.

Kane drew a blank in each of England's three group games at Euro 2020 but scored the second goal in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Germany which put them into a quarter-final clash with Ukraine in Rome on Saturday.

Grealish said Kane, or "H", was a deadly finisher but also praised his work outside the box.

"No one here would ever doubt 'H'," Grealish told British media on Thursday. "He's the best player I've ever played with.

"He'll break the Premier League record and the England one but he’s not just a goalscorer. He’s unbelievable when he drops deep and finds passes and puts it through people’s legs."

Alan Shearer is the Premier League's all-time leading scorer with 260. Kane is seventh on the list with 166.

Grealish came off the bench to play a role in both goals in the win over Germany but the 25-year-old said he was uncertain if he would start against Ukraine, given the attacking options at coach Gareth Southgate's disposal.

"It’s difficult. I’m always playing every minute at Villa. I have to be realistic about myself and the talent that we have, especially in my position," he said.

"You've got six players that play either side of Harry that, in reality, could play for most clubs in the world -- myself, Jadon (Sancho), Marcus (Rashford), Raheem (Sterling), Phil (Foden) and Bukayo (Saka)," he said.

"That’s scary how good us six are. That’s not being big-headed. That’s just the truth."

England midfielder Jack Grealish said captain Harry Kane is the best player he has ever played with and tipped the Tottenham Hotspur forward to break the Premier League scoring record.

England midfielder Jack Grealish said captain Harry Kane is the best player he has ever played with and tipped the Tottenham Hotspur forward to break the Premier League scoring record. Kane drew a blank in each of England's three group games at Euro 2020 but scored the second goal in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Germany which put them into a quarter-final clash with Ukraine in Rome on Saturday. Grealish said Kane, or "H", was a deadly finisher but also praised his work outside the box. "No one here would ever doubt 'H'," Grealish told British media on Thursday. "He's the best player I've ever played with. "He'll break the Premier League record and the England one but he’s not just a goalscorer. He’s unbelievable when he drops deep and finds passes and puts it through people’s legs." Alan Shearer is the Premier League's all-time leading scorer with 260. Kane is seventh on the list with 166. Grealish came off the bench to play a role in both goals in the win over Germany but the 25-year-old said he was uncertain if he would start against Ukraine, given the attacking options at coach Gareth Southgate's disposal. "It’s difficult. I’m always playing every minute at Villa. I have to be realistic about myself and the talent that we have, especially in my position," he said. "You've got six players that play either side of Harry that, in reality, could play for most clubs in the world -- myself, Jadon (Sancho), Marcus (Rashford), Raheem (Sterling), Phil (Foden) and Bukayo (Saka)," he said. "That’s scary how good us six are. That’s not being big-headed. That’s just the truth."

Football-  Harry Kane is the best player I've played with, says Jack Grealish

England will take on Sri Lanka in the second of the three-match ODI series at the Kennington Oval in London. Joe Root and Chris Woakes showed their masterclass in the first ODI, where England beat Sri Lanka by five wickets. The hosts will be looking to dominate the visitors in the second ODI as well.&nbsp;

Sri Lanka are having a forgettable tour in England as they were clean swept in the T20 series and now are one down in ODIs as well. Problems have piled up for the Lankans as their experienced players like Kusal Mendis, Niroshan Dickwella and Danushka Gunathilaka have been suspended due to a breach of bio-bubble.&nbsp;

<h2>Here's all you need to know about the 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka:</h2>

<h2>Where and what time will the 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka begin?</h2>

The 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka will begin at 5:30 PM (IST) on July 1st at Kennington Oval, London.&nbsp;

<h2>Which channel will telecast 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka?</h2>

The 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka will be telecasted on Sony TEN 2 and Sony TEN 2 HD in India

<h2>How to watch the live streaming of the 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka?</h2>

The 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka will have live streaming on the SonyLIV application.&nbsp;

<h2>Probable Playing XI</h2>

England: Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Joe Root, Eoin Morgan (c), Moeen Ali, Sam Billings, Chris Woakes, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, David Willey, Mark Wood

Sri Lanka: Oshada Fernando, Kusal Perera (c), Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Dasun Shanaka, Charith Asalanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Dushmantha Chameera, Akila Dhananjaya, Binura Fernando

England will take on Sri Lanka in the second of the three-match ODI series at the Kennington Oval in London. Joe Root and Chris Woakes showed their masterclass in the first ODI, where England beat Sri Lanka by five wickets.

England will take on Sri Lanka in the second of the three-match ODI series at the Kennington Oval in London. Joe Root and Chris Woakes showed their masterclass in the first ODI, where England beat Sri Lanka by five wickets. The hosts will be looking to dominate the visitors in the second ODI as well. Sri Lanka are having a forgettable tour in England as they were clean swept in the T20 series and now are one down in ODIs as well. Problems have piled up for the Lankans as their experienced players like Kusal Mendis, Niroshan Dickwella and Danushka Gunathilaka have been suspended due to a breach of bio-bubble. Here's all you need to know about the 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka: Where and what time will the 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka begin? The 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka will begin at 5:30 PM (IST) on July 1st at Kennington Oval, London. Which channel will telecast 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka? The 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka will be telecasted on Sony TEN 2 and Sony TEN 2 HD in India How to watch the live streaming of the 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka? The 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka will have live streaming on the SonyLIV application. Probable Playing XI England: Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Joe Root, Eoin Morgan (c), Moeen Ali, Sam Billings, Chris Woakes, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, David Willey, Mark Wood Sri Lanka: Oshada Fernando, Kusal Perera (c), Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Dasun Shanaka, Charith Asalanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Dushmantha Chameera, Akila Dhananjaya, Binura Fernando

ENG vs SL, 2nd ODI, Live Streaming: When and where to watch 2nd ODI between England and Sri Lanka?

England`s remaining rivals at the European Championship will consider them a "dangerous" side after they beat Germany 2-0 to reach the quarter-finals, captain Harry Kane said. 
 
Kane and Raheem Sterling struck late goals in Tuesday`s last-16 match to guide England to their first knockout victory over Germany since the 1966 World Cup final. 
 
Gareth Southgate`s side will next face Ukraine in Saturday`s quarter-final clash at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. 
 
"Any team will look at us and know that we`re dangerous," Kane said. 
 
"There isn`t anything bigger than this when the expectation is on and we delivered, so we should be proud - but we can`t stop here. 
 
"Hopefully we`ll be back here in the semi-finals and the final." 
 
While the build-up to the match was dominated by talk of historic and bitter tournament losses to Germany, England`s focus will now be on making some history of their own. 
 
The visitors` defeat marked the end of Joachim Loew`s time as Germany coach after 15 years in charge, during which he guided them to the 2014 World Cup title in Brazil. 
 
Defensive midfielder Declan Rice said critics had written off England but Tuesday`s victory had proved them wrong. 
 
"It is history, all the players were asked about the past games but we created history," Rice said. 
 
"With a full house, everyone had the fire in the belly to one, knock Germany out, and two, progress in the tournament."

England`s remaining rivals at the European Championship will consider them a "dangerous" side after they beat Germany 2-0 to reach the quarter-finals, captain Harry Kane said.

England`s remaining rivals at the European Championship will consider them a "dangerous" side after they beat Germany 2-0 to reach the quarter-finals, captain Harry Kane said. Kane and Raheem Sterling struck late goals in Tuesday`s last-16 match to guide England to their first knockout victory over Germany since the 1966 World Cup final. Gareth Southgate`s side will next face Ukraine in Saturday`s quarter-final clash at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. "Any team will look at us and know that we`re dangerous," Kane said. "There isn`t anything bigger than this when the expectation is on and we delivered, so we should be proud - but we can`t stop here. "Hopefully we`ll be back here in the semi-finals and the final." While the build-up to the match was dominated by talk of historic and bitter tournament losses to Germany, England`s focus will now be on making some history of their own. The visitors` defeat marked the end of Joachim Loew`s time as Germany coach after 15 years in charge, during which he guided them to the 2014 World Cup title in Brazil. Defensive midfielder Declan Rice said critics had written off England but Tuesday`s victory had proved them wrong. "It is history, all the players were asked about the past games but we created history," Rice said. "With a full house, everyone had the fire in the belly to one, knock Germany out, and two, progress in the tournament."

Football- England will be seen as a dangerous side now: Kane

Subsequent to overpowering endorsement for the World Test Championship as an idea notwithstanding a pandemic-defaced debut version and a downpour hit last, the 2021-23 cycle will start with India's five-Test series in England beginning August 4. The dates and venue for the 2023 WTC final are yet to be declared.&nbsp;

The International Cricket Council has made a striking change to every Test, and not the series, which will mean WTC points. Cricket board of the nine participating teams however boards are allowed to organize Tests outside the WTC cycle.

The ICC team rankings will proceed as an estimating device to pick the teams for the WTC cycle.&nbsp;

<h2>Top Three to play most Tests&nbsp;</h2>

The current framework doesn't assist with measuring home and away successes independently, or address unequal dissemination of Tests. As indicated by Future Tours Program subtleties accessible, England, India, and Australia will again play the most Tests, almost 50% of them among themselves. Aside from the series in England, India will play three Tests in South Africa and two in Bangladesh while their facilitating Australia, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka are affirmed.

<h2>Points System</h2>

An aggregate of 120 points were distributed to every series in the debut WTC cycle, 60 points per Test for a two-match series and 24 points for success in a five-Test series. Presently, every Test win, paying little heed to the length of the series, will get 12 points. Teams will get six points each for a tie and four points each for a draw.&nbsp;

On a basic level, the change accepts the percentage of points won method, a change in the framework that produced results from last November after numerous series were dropped because of the pandemic.&nbsp;

“We are going to stick with the percentage-of-points-won method to rank teams,” ICC acting CEO Geoff Allardice was quoted as saying on ICC’s website. “If we are using the percentage, we can put a standardized number of points per Test. So, it doesn’t matter if it is a two-Test series or a five-Test series, the same number of points will be available for each match&nbsp;every team would be judged on the percentage of those points it wins, not on the total.”

"Instead of each series being worth the same number of points, 120, irrespective of whether the series is played over two Tests or five Tests, the next cycle will see each match being worth the same number of points - a maximum of 12 per match. Teams will be ranked on the percentage of available points they won from the matches they have played. The aim was to try and simplify the points system and to allow teams to be meaningfully compared on the table at any point, though they may have played differing numbers of matches and series."

Last year, a late move to embrace the percentage of points framework pushed table clinchers India to No. 2, in spite of having the most successes, and they needed to scramble to book a compartment in the final, which they lost to New Zealand.&nbsp;

New Zealand were better positioned and dominated the two-match home series against West Indies and Pakistan to enter the final. Australia pulled out of their South Africa visit referring to the pandemic.&nbsp;

Subsequent to overpowering endorsement for the World Test Championship as an idea notwithstanding a pandemic-defaced debut version and a downpour hit last, the 2021-23 cycle will start with India's five-Test series in England beginning August 4.

Subsequent to overpowering endorsement for the World Test Championship as an idea notwithstanding a pandemic-defaced debut version and a downpour hit last, the 2021-23 cycle will start with India's five-Test series in England beginning August 4. The dates and venue for the 2023 WTC final are yet to be declared. The International Cricket Council has made a striking change to every Test, and not the series, which will mean WTC points. Cricket board of the nine participating teams however boards are allowed to organize Tests outside the WTC cycle. The ICC team rankings will proceed as an estimating device to pick the teams for the WTC cycle. Top Three to play most Tests The current framework doesn't assist with measuring home and away successes independently, or address unequal dissemination of Tests. As indicated by Future Tours Program subtleties accessible, England, India, and Australia will again play the most Tests, almost 50% of them among themselves. Aside from the series in England, India will play three Tests in South Africa and two in Bangladesh while their facilitating Australia, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka are affirmed. Points System An aggregate of 120 points were distributed to every series in the debut WTC cycle, 60 points per Test for a two-match series and 24 points for success in a five-Test series. Presently, every Test win, paying little heed to the length of the series, will get 12 points. Teams will get six points each for a tie and four points each for a draw. On a basic level, the change accepts the percentage of points won method, a change in the framework that produced results from last November after numerous series were dropped because of the pandemic. “We are going to stick with the percentage-of-points-won method to rank teams,” ICC acting CEO Geoff Allardice was quoted as saying on ICC’s website. “If we are using the percentage, we can put a standardized number of points per Test. So, it doesn’t matter if it is a two-Test series or a five-Test series, the same number of points will be available for each match every team would be judged on the percentage of those points it wins, not on the total.” "Instead of each series being worth the same number of points, 120, irrespective of whether the series is played over two Tests or five Tests, the next cycle will see each match being worth the same number of points - a maximum of 12 per match. Teams will be ranked on the percentage of available points they won from the matches they have played. The aim was to try and simplify the points system and to allow teams to be meaningfully compared on the table at any point, though they may have played differing numbers of matches and series." Last year, a late move to embrace the percentage of points framework pushed table clinchers India to No. 2, in spite of having the most successes, and they needed to scramble to book a compartment in the final, which they lost to New Zealand. New Zealand were better positioned and dominated the two-match home series against West Indies and Pakistan to enter the final. Australia pulled out of their South Africa visit referring to the pandemic.

Cricket: England vs India to kick off the second WTC cycle, with tweaked points system

Ukraine manager Andriy Shevchenko said his team would not be intimidated by England's 2-0 win over Germany at Wembley in their Euro 2020 last-16 clash but motivated to produce an upset when they lock horns in Rome on Saturday.

The Ukrainians booked their quarter-final berth with an extra-time 2-1 win over Sweden on Tuesday thanks to a last-gasp goal by Artem Dovbyk after England sent Germany home on the back of second-half efforts from Raheem Sterling and Harry Kane.

"England are a great team, they have a deep bench, an outstanding coaching staff and we are fully aware how tough this game is going to be," Shevchenko told a news conference.

"I saw all their three group matches, not today's win over Germany because we had to prepare for our own game with Sweden. They are incredibly difficult to score against but their strength shouldn't scare us.

"It should motivate us because everything is possible in&nbsp;football&nbsp;as in life and we will play our hearts out to give our fans, even more, to cheer about."

England are yet to concede in the tournament, having beaten Croatia and the Czech Republic 1-0 in the group stage while they also drew 0-0 with Scotland.

Man of the match Oleksandr Zinchenko, who scored Ukraine's first goal and set up the second against Sweden, heaped praise on his Manchester City teammate Sterling who has scored three of England's four goals in Euro 2020.

"Sterling is one of the best wingers in the world and right now he is making all the difference for England," he said.

"We will need to be at our very best in defense to stop him but it will be difficult because he is on a roll."

Zinchenko added he and the rest of the team had been under pressure to deliver against Sweden after coming under fire for poor group-stage performances, having lost to the Netherlands and Austria while beating North Macedonia.

"It was difficult for me to adjust because a lot of criticism was poured on the whole team and on me in particular.

"Today, we have proved to the whole of Europe that we can achieve our goals."

"I would like to thank the fans, all those who managed to come to the stadium. This is a historic achievement and they should rejoice because moments like this are rare."

Ukraine manager Andriy Shevchenko said his team would not be intimidated by England's 2-0 win over Germany at Wembley in their Euro 2020 last-16 clash but motivated to produce an upset when they lock horns in Rome on Saturday.

Ukraine manager Andriy Shevchenko said his team would not be intimidated by England's 2-0 win over Germany at Wembley in their Euro 2020 last-16 clash but motivated to produce an upset when they lock horns in Rome on Saturday. The Ukrainians booked their quarter-final berth with an extra-time 2-1 win over Sweden on Tuesday thanks to a last-gasp goal by Artem Dovbyk after England sent Germany home on the back of second-half efforts from Raheem Sterling and Harry Kane. "England are a great team, they have a deep bench, an outstanding coaching staff and we are fully aware how tough this game is going to be," Shevchenko told a news conference. "I saw all their three group matches, not today's win over Germany because we had to prepare for our own game with Sweden. They are incredibly difficult to score against but their strength shouldn't scare us. "It should motivate us because everything is possible in football as in life and we will play our hearts out to give our fans, even more, to cheer about." England are yet to concede in the tournament, having beaten Croatia and the Czech Republic 1-0 in the group stage while they also drew 0-0 with Scotland. Man of the match Oleksandr Zinchenko, who scored Ukraine's first goal and set up the second against Sweden, heaped praise on his Manchester City teammate Sterling who has scored three of England's four goals in Euro 2020. "Sterling is one of the best wingers in the world and right now he is making all the difference for England," he said. "We will need to be at our very best in defense to stop him but it will be difficult because he is on a roll." Zinchenko added he and the rest of the team had been under pressure to deliver against Sweden after coming under fire for poor group-stage performances, having lost to the Netherlands and Austria while beating North Macedonia. "It was difficult for me to adjust because a lot of criticism was poured on the whole team and on me in particular. "Today, we have proved to the whole of Europe that we can achieve our goals." "I would like to thank the fans, all those who managed to come to the stadium. This is a historic achievement and they should rejoice because moments like this are rare."

Euro 2020: Ukraine will have no fear against England, says manager Andriy Shevchenko

Germany returns home on Wednesday following their Euro 2020 last 16 exit to England, with departing coach Joachim Loew at the heart of fierce criticism after yet another early tournament elimination.

Loew, who had a contract to 2022 but following several bad results decided in March to leave after the Euros, should have gone much earlier, many will argue.

Germany's shock 2018 World Cup exit and their inaugural Nations League relegation that year had stunned fans who demanded change from the man who led them to the 2014 World Cup title.

But Loew's overhaul was never completed, cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic and bad results, including a 6-0 loss to Spain and defeat at home against North Macedonia in a World Cup qualifier.

Despite many changes to his squad in the last three years, Loew opted for a playing style that players were not used to at their clubs, with a three-man defense.

"Sobering. Unconscious," said former Germany captain Michael Ballack of the team's 2-0 loss to England on Tuesday at Wembley stadium.

"It was clear from the first half that there were no solutions, that we pulled back for no reason. We did too little and made it easy for them. I don't know why the coach waited so long to change systems."

It is a question that is on many a German fan's minds: was it Loew's stubbornness that has reduced the four-time world and three-time European champions to a tournament also-ran?

The same question concerns not deploying Joshua Kimmich in a central midfield role, the use of Thomas Mueller in an unusual attacking role for him and of course that three-man backline system.

"That three-man defense, I think, never managed to convince us that it can provide defensive stability and stop chances for the opponents," said Germany's Under-21 coach Stefan Kunz.

"That was a defensive problem that we have been carrying through the entire tournament."

Germany fell behind in each of the four games they played in the tournament and barely made a mark upfront.

From an aggressive, attacking style of play that captivated fans at the 2010 World Cup and then dazzled them on their way to the title in Brazil four years later, Loew has managed to chip away at his own legacy in recent years.

The Euro exit, many German fans hope, will mark the end of that slide.

His successor and former assistant Hansi Flick has his work cut out as he looks to restore Germany's&nbsp;football&nbsp;pride in time for next year's Qatar World Cup.

Germany returns home on Wednesday following their Euro 2020 last 16 exit to England, with departing coach Joachim Loew at the heart of fierce criticism after yet another early tournament elimination.

Germany returns home on Wednesday following their Euro 2020 last 16 exit to England, with departing coach Joachim Loew at the heart of fierce criticism after yet another early tournament elimination. Loew, who had a contract to 2022 but following several bad results decided in March to leave after the Euros, should have gone much earlier, many will argue. Germany's shock 2018 World Cup exit and their inaugural Nations League relegation that year had stunned fans who demanded change from the man who led them to the 2014 World Cup title. But Loew's overhaul was never completed, cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic and bad results, including a 6-0 loss to Spain and defeat at home against North Macedonia in a World Cup qualifier. Despite many changes to his squad in the last three years, Loew opted for a playing style that players were not used to at their clubs, with a three-man defense. "Sobering. Unconscious," said former Germany captain Michael Ballack of the team's 2-0 loss to England on Tuesday at Wembley stadium. "It was clear from the first half that there were no solutions, that we pulled back for no reason. We did too little and made it easy for them. I don't know why the coach waited so long to change systems." It is a question that is on many a German fan's minds: was it Loew's stubbornness that has reduced the four-time world and three-time European champions to a tournament also-ran? The same question concerns not deploying Joshua Kimmich in a central midfield role, the use of Thomas Mueller in an unusual attacking role for him and of course that three-man backline system. "That three-man defense, I think, never managed to convince us that it can provide defensive stability and stop chances for the opponents," said Germany's Under-21 coach Stefan Kunz. "That was a defensive problem that we have been carrying through the entire tournament." Germany fell behind in each of the four games they played in the tournament and barely made a mark upfront. From an aggressive, attacking style of play that captivated fans at the 2010 World Cup and then dazzled them on their way to the title in Brazil four years later, Loew has managed to chip away at his own legacy in recent years. The Euro exit, many German fans hope, will mark the end of that slide. His successor and former assistant Hansi Flick has his work cut out as he looks to restore Germany's football pride in time for next year's Qatar World Cup.

Euro 2020: Germany's Euro exit blamed on departing Joachim Loew decisions

England manager Gareth Southgate prefers 'managing expectations' to euphoria but such an approach is hard to maintain when your team has just beaten their old rivals Germany and kicked off the biggest party since the pandemic hit the country.

The 40,000 fans&nbsp;at Wembley had been particularly raucous, the 5 pm local kick-off time leading many to take the day off work and fully make the most of re-opened pubs and bars.

Hours after the final whistle had blown on a 2-0 victory the once self-mocking but now aspirational refrain of "Football's Coming Home" could still be heard in tube stations across the capital.

The morning's newspapers captured the mood of confident hope for a team without a trophy since 1966.

"Time to Dream - Nation's joy as Three Lions end Germany hoodoo and open up the road to final" declared the front page of the Daily Mirror after what it called "England's night of glory" while the Daily Telegraph's reflected the post-lockdown vibe with "Finally something to cheer about".

Even the Guardian, known for its more restrained relationship with national pride, headlined their report with "Like emerging from a dream into a strange new light".

The bearded Southgate, who has the demeanor of a rather sensitive and supportive schoolteacher and chooses his words with the calculation of a career politician, was, however, very much 'on-brand' after the game.

He quickly turned talked to his team keeping "feet on the ground", mentally being "in the right space".

"It is a dangerous moment for us. We will have that warmth of success and the feeling around the country that we only have to turn up to win the thing, but we know it is going to be an immense challenge from here on in," he said.

That is the right and prudent approach for a coach to take, of course, but it is not only those waking up with a hangover and St George's flag on the kitchen floor that expects them to beat Ukraine in the quarter-final.

By any objective measure, England are clear favorites for Saturday's game in Rome and would also be expected to beat Denmark or the Czech Republic in an eventual semi-final back on home turf.

Indeed, a look at the two squad lists before Tuesday's game showed England had an array of talent -- young, skillful players performing weekly in the Premier League and Champions League -- that should have been expected to beat a German team that was mediocre by their often world-beating standards.

Quite a lot of that talent was left on the bench though by Southgate, who rather than trust the likes of Jack Grealish, Phil Foden, or Marcus Rashford to dominate, opted to play five defenders and two defensive midfielders.

There is nothing like a victory to change a narrative and many observers felt that the result was a vindication of that approach.

But it didn't feel to be working when, ten minutes into the second half, that trio of players warmed up on the touchline to cheers from the crowd, while their team mate's laboured with little craft.

GREALISH IMPACT

Grealish eventually entered the field, to a loud roar and promptly changed the course of the game and possibly the tournament for England.

Was it tactical genius from Southgate to introduce the Aston Villa playmaker when the opposition were tiring or was it a belated recognition that has overly cautious approach wasn't working?

Either way, Grealish showed again he has the ability to make things happen, to open up space, to draw players to him, to go past people, and to deliver the killer ball. Whatever Southgate's intentions for the last eight clashes, Ukraine coach Andriy Shevchenko will surely be hoping the player is again on the bench.

Of course, the style of England's&nbsp;football&nbsp;will be of little concern to anyone in the country, should they end their 55 years wait for a trophy at Wembley on July 11.

No one in Portugal cared that they won the tournament five years ago after failing to win a group stage game and only once winning a match inside 90 minutes.

Likewise, you will struggle to find a Greek whose memories of their unlikely 2004 triumph are focused not on the celebrations and glory but on the defensive tactics their coach employed -- indeed, the German Otto Rehhagel was made an honorary citizen of Athens.

England could win this tournament playing enthralling and entertaining&nbsp;football&nbsp;built around an outstanding generation of attacking talent.

But that is not the Southgate way -- and if his more cautious, careful, measured approach delivers a first-ever European Championship -- few of his compatriots will care.

Anything less and you can be sure the narrative will change again.

England manager Gareth Southgate prefers 'managing expectations' to euphoria but such an approach is hard to maintain when your team has just beaten their old rivals Germany and kicked off the biggest party since the pandemic hit the country.

England manager Gareth Southgate prefers 'managing expectations' to euphoria but such an approach is hard to maintain when your team has just beaten their old rivals Germany and kicked off the biggest party since the pandemic hit the country. The 40,000 fans at Wembley had been particularly raucous, the 5 pm local kick-off time leading many to take the day off work and fully make the most of re-opened pubs and bars. Hours after the final whistle had blown on a 2-0 victory the once self-mocking but now aspirational refrain of "Football's Coming Home" could still be heard in tube stations across the capital. The morning's newspapers captured the mood of confident hope for a team without a trophy since 1966. "Time to Dream - Nation's joy as Three Lions end Germany hoodoo and open up the road to final" declared the front page of the Daily Mirror after what it called "England's night of glory" while the Daily Telegraph's reflected the post-lockdown vibe with "Finally something to cheer about". Even the Guardian, known for its more restrained relationship with national pride, headlined their report with "Like emerging from a dream into a strange new light". The bearded Southgate, who has the demeanor of a rather sensitive and supportive schoolteacher and chooses his words with the calculation of a career politician, was, however, very much 'on-brand' after the game. He quickly turned talked to his team keeping "feet on the ground", mentally being "in the right space". "It is a dangerous moment for us. We will have that warmth of success and the feeling around the country that we only have to turn up to win the thing, but we know it is going to be an immense challenge from here on in," he said. That is the right and prudent approach for a coach to take, of course, but it is not only those waking up with a hangover and St George's flag on the kitchen floor that expects them to beat Ukraine in the quarter-final. By any objective measure, England are clear favorites for Saturday's game in Rome and would also be expected to beat Denmark or the Czech Republic in an eventual semi-final back on home turf. Indeed, a look at the two squad lists before Tuesday's game showed England had an array of talent -- young, skillful players performing weekly in the Premier League and Champions League -- that should have been expected to beat a German team that was mediocre by their often world-beating standards. Quite a lot of that talent was left on the bench though by Southgate, who rather than trust the likes of Jack Grealish, Phil Foden, or Marcus Rashford to dominate, opted to play five defenders and two defensive midfielders. There is nothing like a victory to change a narrative and many observers felt that the result was a vindication of that approach. But it didn't feel to be working when, ten minutes into the second half, that trio of players warmed up on the touchline to cheers from the crowd, while their team mate's laboured with little craft. GREALISH IMPACT Grealish eventually entered the field, to a loud roar and promptly changed the course of the game and possibly the tournament for England. Was it tactical genius from Southgate to introduce the Aston Villa playmaker when the opposition were tiring or was it a belated recognition that has overly cautious approach wasn't working? Either way, Grealish showed again he has the ability to make things happen, to open up space, to draw players to him, to go past people, and to deliver the killer ball. Whatever Southgate's intentions for the last eight clashes, Ukraine coach Andriy Shevchenko will surely be hoping the player is again on the bench. Of course, the style of England's football will be of little concern to anyone in the country, should they end their 55 years wait for a trophy at Wembley on July 11. No one in Portugal cared that they won the tournament five years ago after failing to win a group stage game and only once winning a match inside 90 minutes. Likewise, you will struggle to find a Greek whose memories of their unlikely 2004 triumph are focused not on the celebrations and glory but on the defensive tactics their coach employed -- indeed, the German Otto Rehhagel was made an honorary citizen of Athens. England could win this tournament playing enthralling and entertaining football built around an outstanding generation of attacking talent. But that is not the Southgate way -- and if his more cautious, careful, measured approach delivers a first-ever European Championship -- few of his compatriots will care. Anything less and you can be sure the narrative will change again.

Euro 2020: After Germany win, there may be a future in England's dreaming

Amid all the recent recycling of England`s football tournament suffering at the hands of Germany, their Euro 2000 group stage victory in Belgium 21 years ago seems to have slipped from the nation`s collective memory - and with good reason. 
 
Alan Shearer`s second-half goal secured England`s only tournament win over their old rivals since the 1966 World Cup final, but it proved a false dawn and instead did the defeated Germans a lot more long-term good. 
 
As England and Germany prepare for Tuesday`s Euro2020 last-16 meeting at Wembley, their historical footballing relationship can effectively be divided into the period before the 68th minute of their 1970 World Cup quarter-final, and after. 
 
England had triumphed in the 1966 World Cup final and looked to be cruising into the semi-finals in Mexico four years later via goals by Alan Mullery and Martin Peters in what would have been their eighth win in nine meetings with then-West Germany. 
 
However, Franz Beckenbauer and Uwe Seeler levelled the match and Gerd Mueller won it for the then-West Germany in extra-time - and the balance of power shifted seismically. 
 
Two years later the Germans knocked England out of the qualifying stage for the 1972 European Championship, which they went on to win, sparking decades of extraordinary success. 
 
England were left on the outside looking in, not even making another tournament until the 1980 Euros - again won by West Germany - and when they did start qualifying, making little impact. 
 
Finally, in the 1990 World Cup, they made the semi-finals, only to lose to eventual winners Germany on penalties. At Euro96 at Wembley at the same stage it was the same outcome. 
 
Four years later the teams were drawn together in the group stage of Euro2000, but both got off to poor starts in the competition as England lost 3-2 to Portugal after being 2-0 up and Germany drew 1-1 with Romania. 
 
The meeting in Charleroi proved to be a dire encounter, with one pundit likening it to a fight to the death between the last two dinosaurs on earth. 
 
Freshly crowned world champions France, Italy, Portugal and the Netherlands were on a different level despite the presence of the likes of David Beckham, Paul Scholes, Michael Owen and Shearer in the England starting side. 
 
Shearer`s 53rd-minute header from a Beckham free kick nevertheless had the nation rejoicing in an unheard of win over the Germans and had them well-placed to advance from the group. 
 
That remained the case until the last minute of their final game against Romania when they conceded a last-minute penalty that enabled Romania to snatch a 3-2 win that sent them through at England`s expense. 
 
The joy of the win over Germany was immediately forgotten, and the fact that the Germans were hammered 3-0 by Portugal to finish bottom of the group merely left the Charleroi success looking even more irrelevant. 
 
Four months later Germany won a 2002 World Cup qualifier at Wembley, sparking the resignation of England manager Kevin Keegan. 
 
Germany had also replaced the hapless Erich Ribbeck and, shamed by their Euros exit, had begun a root and branch review of their footballing development structure. 
 
There was a considerable bump in the road when they were hammered 5-1 at home by England in the reverse qualifier in Munich in 2001, but it was the Germans who kicked on to reach the 2002 World Cup final, as England went out in the last 16. 
 
That revolution of their youth system effectively delivered the team that won the 2014 World Cup, as England continued to fail to get past the quarter-finals anywhere. 
 
The teams` last competitive meeting was in the last 16 of the 2010 World Cup and though England fell apart to lose 4-1, there remains a major "what if" consideration after Frank Lampard`s clear goal that would have made it 2-2 early in the second half was ruled not to have crossed the line after bouncing down off the bar. 
 
That decision, just as the one in England`s favour for Geoff Hurst`s goal in 1966 final, will be endlessly discussed along with all the penalty shoot-outs as fans prepare for Tuesday`s game. 
 
Charleroi 2000 may get less of an airing. 
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Amid all the recent recycling of England`s football tournament suffering at the hands of Germany, their Euro 2000 group stage victory in Belgium 21 years ago seems to have slipped from the nation`s collective memory - and with good reason.

Amid all the recent recycling of England`s football tournament suffering at the hands of Germany, their Euro 2000 group stage victory in Belgium 21 years ago seems to have slipped from the nation`s collective memory - and with good reason. Alan Shearer`s second-half goal secured England`s only tournament win over their old rivals since the 1966 World Cup final, but it proved a false dawn and instead did the defeated Germans a lot more long-term good. As England and Germany prepare for Tuesday`s Euro2020 last-16 meeting at Wembley, their historical footballing relationship can effectively be divided into the period before the 68th minute of their 1970 World Cup quarter-final, and after. England had triumphed in the 1966 World Cup final and looked to be cruising into the semi-finals in Mexico four years later via goals by Alan Mullery and Martin Peters in what would have been their eighth win in nine meetings with then-West Germany. However, Franz Beckenbauer and Uwe Seeler levelled the match and Gerd Mueller won it for the then-West Germany in extra-time - and the balance of power shifted seismically. Two years later the Germans knocked England out of the qualifying stage for the 1972 European Championship, which they went on to win, sparking decades of extraordinary success. England were left on the outside looking in, not even making another tournament until the 1980 Euros - again won by West Germany - and when they did start qualifying, making little impact. Finally, in the 1990 World Cup, they made the semi-finals, only to lose to eventual winners Germany on penalties. At Euro96 at Wembley at the same stage it was the same outcome. Four years later the teams were drawn together in the group stage of Euro2000, but both got off to poor starts in the competition as England lost 3-2 to Portugal after being 2-0 up and Germany drew 1-1 with Romania. The meeting in Charleroi proved to be a dire encounter, with one pundit likening it to a fight to the death between the last two dinosaurs on earth. Freshly crowned world champions France, Italy, Portugal and the Netherlands were on a different level despite the presence of the likes of David Beckham, Paul Scholes, Michael Owen and Shearer in the England starting side. Shearer`s 53rd-minute header from a Beckham free kick nevertheless had the nation rejoicing in an unheard of win over the Germans and had them well-placed to advance from the group. That remained the case until the last minute of their final game against Romania when they conceded a last-minute penalty that enabled Romania to snatch a 3-2 win that sent them through at England`s expense. The joy of the win over Germany was immediately forgotten, and the fact that the Germans were hammered 3-0 by Portugal to finish bottom of the group merely left the Charleroi success looking even more irrelevant. Four months later Germany won a 2002 World Cup qualifier at Wembley, sparking the resignation of England manager Kevin Keegan. Germany had also replaced the hapless Erich Ribbeck and, shamed by their Euros exit, had begun a root and branch review of their footballing development structure. There was a considerable bump in the road when they were hammered 5-1 at home by England in the reverse qualifier in Munich in 2001, but it was the Germans who kicked on to reach the 2002 World Cup final, as England went out in the last 16. That revolution of their youth system effectively delivered the team that won the 2014 World Cup, as England continued to fail to get past the quarter-finals anywhere. The teams` last competitive meeting was in the last 16 of the 2010 World Cup and though England fell apart to lose 4-1, there remains a major "what if" consideration after Frank Lampard`s clear goal that would have made it 2-2 early in the second half was ruled not to have crossed the line after bouncing down off the bar. That decision, just as the one in England`s favour for Geoff Hurst`s goal in 1966 final, will be endlessly discussed along with all the penalty shoot-outs as fans prepare for Tuesday`s game. Charleroi 2000 may get less of an airing.

Euro 2020 - England's forgotten Euros win over Germany

In spite of there being an authentic satiate of mouth-watering matches hurled by the notions of the framework in the UEFA Euro 2020 pre-quarterfinals, the one match everybody looked forward to was England versus Germany.&nbsp;

The celebrated history of the England-Germany football contention returns ages and comprises various epic clashes at the most terrific phase of the game. From celebration to distress, from brightness to discussion, this match between two of the behemoths of the game has seen everything.&nbsp;

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Both England and Germany have plenty of skilled players in their positions.&nbsp;

<h3>Head-to-Head</h3>

Germany enjoys a minimal upper hand over England to the extent of the head-to-head record is concerned and have won 15 matches out of an aggregate of 32 games played between the two groups. England have overseen 13 triumphs against Germany and can cause inconvenience to their rivals.&nbsp;

The last match between the two European heavyweights occurred in 2017 and finished in a 0-0 impasse. The two teams have gone through advances as of late and should demonstrate their determination in this match.&nbsp;

<h3>England vs Germany</h3>

England have always lost a Euro knock-out match inside an hour and a half and will be determined to remedying their course against Germany. England have additionally lost three of the four knock-out matches that have been settled on penalties, with their past rout broadly incurred by Italy at Euro 2012.&nbsp;

Harry Kane had a brilliant 2020-21 season with Tottenham. The striker scored 23 goals in 35 matches and dominated the Premier League Golden Boot. Nonetheless, he has battled at Euro 2020 and is yet to score or record a help up until this point.&nbsp;

With Harry Kane not scoring for England, Raheem Sterling has demonstrated to be the player who can have an effect at Euro 2020. Gareth Southgate will trust he will do so again against Germany.&nbsp;

Germany have neglected to keep a clean sheet in their last eight games in international tournaments. &nbsp;

As Germany's top scorer at Euro 2020, Kai Havertz will be a player to pay special mind to in the impending game against England. Having begun in each and every game so far, Kai Havertz is plainly a crucial part of Germany's team and is probably going to keep his spot in the starting XI on Tuesday.&nbsp;

Toni Kroos will again call the shots in midfield for Germany in this UEFA Euro 2020 conflict. He will hope to release Robin Gosens or Joshua Kimmich down the wings. He has again amassed a 90% pass percentage regardless of this not being a vintage German team.

<h3>Prediction</h3>

England have more force right now, yet question marks over Gareth Southgate's framework and strategic nous remain, especially against significant level rivals.&nbsp;

All things considered, Germany are not the power side it used to be, and this ought to be a decent possibility for England to profit by a squeaking German defense.

This vows to be a nail-biting clash between two of Euro 2020s toughest groups, and it'll presumably be chosen by one goal, best case scenario.

In spite of there being an authentic satiate of mouth-watering matches hurled by the notions of the framework in the UEFA Euro 2020 pre-quarterfinals, the one match everybody looked forward to was England versus Germany.

In spite of there being an authentic satiate of mouth-watering matches hurled by the notions of the framework in the UEFA Euro 2020 pre-quarterfinals, the one match everybody looked forward to was England versus Germany. The celebrated history of the England-Germany football contention returns ages and comprises various epic clashes at the most terrific phase of the game. From celebration to distress, from brightness to discussion, this match between two of the behemoths of the game has seen everything. ALSO READ: Euro 2020-England's forgotten Euros win over Germany Both England and Germany have plenty of skilled players in their positions. Head-to-Head Germany enjoys a minimal upper hand over England to the extent of the head-to-head record is concerned and have won 15 matches out of an aggregate of 32 games played between the two groups. England have overseen 13 triumphs against Germany and can cause inconvenience to their rivals. The last match between the two European heavyweights occurred in 2017 and finished in a 0-0 impasse. The two teams have gone through advances as of late and should demonstrate their determination in this match. England vs Germany England have always lost a Euro knock-out match inside an hour and a half and will be determined to remedying their course against Germany. England have additionally lost three of the four knock-out matches that have been settled on penalties, with their past rout broadly incurred by Italy at Euro 2012. Harry Kane had a brilliant 2020-21 season with Tottenham. The striker scored 23 goals in 35 matches and dominated the Premier League Golden Boot. Nonetheless, he has battled at Euro 2020 and is yet to score or record a help up until this point. With Harry Kane not scoring for England, Raheem Sterling has demonstrated to be the player who can have an effect at Euro 2020. Gareth Southgate will trust he will do so again against Germany. Germany have neglected to keep a clean sheet in their last eight games in international tournaments. As Germany's top scorer at Euro 2020, Kai Havertz will be a player to pay special mind to in the impending game against England. Having begun in each and every game so far, Kai Havertz is plainly a crucial part of Germany's team and is probably going to keep his spot in the starting XI on Tuesday. Toni Kroos will again call the shots in midfield for Germany in this UEFA Euro 2020 conflict. He will hope to release Robin Gosens or Joshua Kimmich down the wings. He has again amassed a 90% pass percentage regardless of this not being a vintage German team. Prediction England have more force right now, yet question marks over Gareth Southgate's framework and strategic nous remain, especially against significant level rivals. All things considered, Germany are not the power side it used to be, and this ought to be a decent possibility for England to profit by a squeaking German defense. This vows to be a nail-biting clash between two of Euro 2020s toughest groups, and it'll presumably be chosen by one goal, best case scenario.

Euro 2020: England and Germany bolt horns in a mouth-watering clash at Wembley Stadium

Coach Gareth Southgate said England's past defeats to Germany at major tournaments have no bearing on Tuesday's Euro 2020 last-16 game and his players will go into the match focused on their own performance.

England have not defeated Germany in the knockout match of a major tournament since the 1966 World Cup final, losing at the 1990 World Cup, 1996 Euros and 2010 World Cup, the first two defeats coming after shoot-outs in the semi-finals.

Southgate, who missed the crucial spot-kick in their Euro 96 loss, said history meant little to his young squad.

"I don't need to demystify it. The history is an irrelevance for them," Southgate told ITV Sport.

"Of course, they are watching that stuff and getting a bit of an understanding of it but it's not something we're speaking to them about.

"This team has put down lots of historical performances in the last couple of years, made their own history, made their own stories and this is how they should view this game."

England have never won a knockout match over 90 minutes at the Euros. Four of their knockout stage games went to shootouts and England progressed only once -- against Spain at Wembley in 1996.

"It's an opportunity," Southgate added. "We've only won one knockout match in a European Championship as a country, so they've got a great chance to go and be the first team since 1996 to do that."

The winner of Tuesday's game will face either Sweden or Ukraine in the quarter-finals on Saturday.

Coach Gareth Southgate said England's past defeats to Germany at major tournaments have no bearing on Tuesday's Euro 2020 last-16 game and his players will go into the match focused on their own performance.

Coach Gareth Southgate said England's past defeats to Germany at major tournaments have no bearing on Tuesday's Euro 2020 last-16 game and his players will go into the match focused on their own performance. England have not defeated Germany in the knockout match of a major tournament since the 1966 World Cup final, losing at the 1990 World Cup, 1996 Euros and 2010 World Cup, the first two defeats coming after shoot-outs in the semi-finals. Southgate, who missed the crucial spot-kick in their Euro 96 loss, said history meant little to his young squad. "I don't need to demystify it. The history is an irrelevance for them," Southgate told ITV Sport. "Of course, they are watching that stuff and getting a bit of an understanding of it but it's not something we're speaking to them about. "This team has put down lots of historical performances in the last couple of years, made their own history, made their own stories and this is how they should view this game." England have never won a knockout match over 90 minutes at the Euros. Four of their knockout stage games went to shootouts and England progressed only once -- against Spain at Wembley in 1996. "It's an opportunity," Southgate added. "We've only won one knockout match in a European Championship as a country, so they've got a great chance to go and be the first team since 1996 to do that." The winner of Tuesday's game will face either Sweden or Ukraine in the quarter-finals on Saturday.

Football: Past defeats to Germany are irrelevant, says Gareth Southgate

England will be completely focused and well prepared if their European Championship last-16 meeting with Germany on Tuesday goes into a penalty shootout, said defender John Stones.

The team banished a decades-long curse of failing in penalty shootouts with a nail-biting 4-3 round-of-16 victory over Colombia in the 2018 World Cup, where they finished fourth.

"With how we do it now, we've been practicing so much," Stones was quoted as saying by the BBC. "We've been practicing on keeping the clear focus of what to do if your turn comes up."

Memories of England's Euro 1996 semi-final defeat by Germany on penalties are still fresh for some supporters, but Stones said the team would leave nothing to chance.

"I remember being seventh in the World Cup (against Colombia in 2018) after Eric Dier. That was a scary moment," Stones said.

"Unless it's Harry Kane or the boys who take penalties for their clubs regularly, it's a zone that we've not stepped into before.

"But I was ready because of this process that we've always talked about. It's about making you as comfortable as possible in that situation."

England finished at the top of Group D in Euro 2020 with seven points. Stones said his side was eager to continue their progress to "change the way the nation looks at the team and English&nbsp;football."

"I think we've taken massive strides in that since 2018 and it's about doing it again. I don't think we should put any more pressure on ourselves," Stones said.

"There's a trophy to be won here that's never been won before, and we should be super excited by that and go in with that fearlessness that we've had over these years."

England will be completely focused and well prepared if their European Championship last-16 meeting with Germany on Tuesday goes into a penalty shootout, said defender John Stones.

England will be completely focused and well prepared if their European Championship last-16 meeting with Germany on Tuesday goes into a penalty shootout, said defender John Stones. The team banished a decades-long curse of failing in penalty shootouts with a nail-biting 4-3 round-of-16 victory over Colombia in the 2018 World Cup, where they finished fourth. "With how we do it now, we've been practicing so much," Stones was quoted as saying by the BBC. "We've been practicing on keeping the clear focus of what to do if your turn comes up." Memories of England's Euro 1996 semi-final defeat by Germany on penalties are still fresh for some supporters, but Stones said the team would leave nothing to chance. "I remember being seventh in the World Cup (against Colombia in 2018) after Eric Dier. That was a scary moment," Stones said. "Unless it's Harry Kane or the boys who take penalties for their clubs regularly, it's a zone that we've not stepped into before. "But I was ready because of this process that we've always talked about. It's about making you as comfortable as possible in that situation." England finished at the top of Group D in Euro 2020 with seven points. Stones said his side was eager to continue their progress to "change the way the nation looks at the team and English football." "I think we've taken massive strides in that since 2018 and it's about doing it again. I don't think we should put any more pressure on ourselves," Stones said. "There's a trophy to be won here that's never been won before, and we should be super excited by that and go in with that fearlessness that we've had over these years."

Football: England fully prepared if Germany game goes to penalties, says John Stones

England striker Harry Kane has had a disappointing start to the European Championship but said he isn't worried by a lack of goals in the group stage and hopes to peak in the knockout rounds, starting with Tuesday's last-16 clash with Germany.

Kane, England's skipper, faced criticism of his form after below-par displays led to him being substituted in both the 1-0 win over Croatia and the 0-0 draw with Scotland.

"It's definitely not the first time people have doubted me," Kane told British media. "People are quick to change their mind. It wasn't too long ago when I won the Golden Boot (as Premier League top scorer) and I was the best thing in the world.

"I've always believed in myself. I could go 10-15 games without scoring but give me a chance and I'd back myself to score it. Going into Tuesday, physically, I'm in the best shape of the tournament so far.

"I felt in Russia (at the 2018 World Cup) I started on fire, scored loads of goals, then didn't have my best performances in the most important games. So coming into this, physically, I wanted to make sure I was peaking at the right time."

The 27-year-old looked sharper in England's final Group D game, a 1-0 victory over the Czech Republic, and backed himself to prove the critics wrong in the latter stages of the tournament.

"I know, especially the first two games, I could have played better. For me, it's about trying to peak at the right time and the right time in tournament&nbsp;football&nbsp;is the knockout stages," Kane added.

"I feel good, I feel sharp. I felt good, definitely in the third game ... hopefully I can come into my best form into the knockout stage and that will help the team."

England striker Harry Kane has had a disappointing start to the European Championship but said he isn't worried by a lack of goals in the group stage and hopes to peak in the knockout rounds, starting with Tuesday's last-16 clash with Germany.

England striker Harry Kane has had a disappointing start to the European Championship but said he isn't worried by a lack of goals in the group stage and hopes to peak in the knockout rounds, starting with Tuesday's last-16 clash with Germany. Kane, England's skipper, faced criticism of his form after below-par displays led to him being substituted in both the 1-0 win over Croatia and the 0-0 draw with Scotland. "It's definitely not the first time people have doubted me," Kane told British media. "People are quick to change their mind. It wasn't too long ago when I won the Golden Boot (as Premier League top scorer) and I was the best thing in the world. "I've always believed in myself. I could go 10-15 games without scoring but give me a chance and I'd back myself to score it. Going into Tuesday, physically, I'm in the best shape of the tournament so far. "I felt in Russia (at the 2018 World Cup) I started on fire, scored loads of goals, then didn't have my best performances in the most important games. So coming into this, physically, I wanted to make sure I was peaking at the right time." The 27-year-old looked sharper in England's final Group D game, a 1-0 victory over the Czech Republic, and backed himself to prove the critics wrong in the latter stages of the tournament. "I know, especially the first two games, I could have played better. For me, it's about trying to peak at the right time and the right time in tournament football is the knockout stages," Kane added. "I feel good, I feel sharp. I felt good, definitely in the third game ... hopefully I can come into my best form into the knockout stage and that will help the team."

Football: England's Harry Kane dismisses criticism, aims to fire in knockout rounds

According to the latest data by Public Health England, Delta variant cases rise by 46% in past week. Over 35,204 cases of the Delta variant were recorded in a single week.

United Kingdom: Over 35,204 Delta variant cases detected in a week

Marcus Rashford said he will wait until the end of England's European Championship campaign to decide whether he needs an operation to repair a shoulder problem.

Rashford, who has yet to start a game at the tournament, picked up the injury in November while playing for Manchester United.

"It's either an operation or I don't get an operation,"

"I'm not 100% sure if I need it yet, so I'll just take it as it comes," Rashford told British media on Thursday. "I'll finish strong here and I've got a few weeks off to just relax and decide what I'm going to do."

Rashford said he did not know how long he would be out if he underwent surgery.

The 23-year-old struggled for fitness and form at the end of last season for United, scoring once in their final 10 games and conceded he has not been at his best at the Euros.

"Whatever that is down to, it doesn't really matter because it has been going on since early on in the season," Rashford said. "I managed to get through the season with United.

"I think I had 36 goal involvements so I can't look back at the year and say 'mmm, I should have taken time off to do this and do that'. That's just not the way I look at things. I just want to be available for every game."

England, winners of Group D, are set to play Germany in the round of 16 on June 29 at Wembley.

Marcus Rashford said he will wait until the end of England's European Championship campaign to decide whether he needs an operation to repair a shoulder problem.

Marcus Rashford said he will wait until the end of England's European Championship campaign to decide whether he needs an operation to repair a shoulder problem. Rashford, who has yet to start a game at the tournament, picked up the injury in November while playing for Manchester United. "It's either an operation or I don't get an operation," "I'm not 100% sure if I need it yet, so I'll just take it as it comes," Rashford told British media on Thursday. "I'll finish strong here and I've got a few weeks off to just relax and decide what I'm going to do." Rashford said he did not know how long he would be out if he underwent surgery. The 23-year-old struggled for fitness and form at the end of last season for United, scoring once in their final 10 games and conceded he has not been at his best at the Euros. "Whatever that is down to, it doesn't really matter because it has been going on since early on in the season," Rashford said. "I managed to get through the season with United. "I think I had 36 goal involvements so I can't look back at the year and say 'mmm, I should have taken time off to do this and do that'. That's just not the way I look at things. I just want to be available for every game." England, winners of Group D, are set to play Germany in the round of 16 on June 29 at Wembley.

Football: Marcus Rashford to decide on shoulder operation after Euros

A new survey of half a million adults in the United Kingdom has revealed that around two million people may have had some long-lasting symptoms after having coronavirus.

A new survey of half a million adults in the United Kingdom has revealed that around two million people may have had some long-lasting symptoms after having coronavirus. This is known as long Covid. As per researchers, managing the long-term consequences are a "major challenge". Long Covid is not yet fully understood. Also, there is no universally agreed definition. It includes a wide variety of symptoms after a Covid infection, including fatigue, coughs, chest pain, headaches and muscle pain. As a part of the study, random samples of people were asked whether they had had Covid-19, and about the presence and duration of 29 different symptoms. It was concluded that around 37 per cent of people who had Covid experienced at least one symptom lasting 12 weeks or more. Nearly 15 per cent had three or more symptoms for at least 12 weeks. Also, long term issues were more common in women, and with increasing age. Factors like increased body weight, smoking, lower incomes, chronic illness and being hospitalised with Covid contributed to a higher chance of experiencing long-lasting symptoms. Also Read | UK study indicates Covid resulting in long-term loss of grey matter Tiredness and shortness of breath were deemed as dominant long-lasting symptom. Prof Paul Elliott, director of the React programme at Imperial College London said that the findings highlighted a 'concerning' picture of the longer-term health consequences of Covid. He was quoted by BBC saying, "Long Covid is still poorly understood but we hope through our research that we can contribute to better identification and management of this condition, which our data and others' suggest may ultimately affect millions of people in the UK alone". Another UK study highlighted that there is a 'substantial loss of grey matter in those who recovered from Covid-19. The loss of grey matter hint towards damage to certain areas of the brain. As per experts, it suggests damage to areas of the brain. As a part of the study, the UK Biobank (UKB) performed brain image tests on over 40,000 participants before the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. The scientists used structural and functional brain scans from before and after the Covid-19 infection. This helped them to compare changes in the brain between these 394 Covid patients and 388 controls (those who tested negative) who were matched for age, sex, ethnicity and interval between scans. Most of the Covid patients who were examined had mild to moderate disease in the past.

More than two million in England may have suffered from Long Covid, says study

England delivered an efficient but hardly scintillating display to beat Czech Republic 1-0 with an early Raheem Sterling header on Tuesday to advance to Euro 2020's last 16 as Group D winners, with the Czechs through as one of the best third-placed teams.

Sterling scored his and England's second goal of the tournament in the 12th minute but the initial injection of pace, intensity and crowd-pleasing excitement brought by Jack Grealish and teenage man of the match Bukayo Saka gradually dissipated as the game petered out into an utterly forgettable second half.

Neither side will mind though as they now begin to plot their assaults on the knockout phase.

England return to Wembley on Tuesday to face the runners-up from Group E – likely to be France, Germany or Portugal - while the Czechs must wait to find out which group winner they play.

They were dislodged from second place by Croatia, who beat Scotland 3-1 and will play the Group E runners-up - Sweden, Slovakia, Spain or Poland – in Copenhagen on Monday.

On the positive side of England's balance sheet is two wins and a draw, three clean sheets, a return to Wembley and a good number of players getting a taste of the action.

Conversely, they have scored only two goals - the lowest by any team ever to top a Euros group - were sluggish and over-cautious for long periods of all three games and the midfield combination and approach seemingly remain anything but settled. They also face a potentially daunting last 16 game next.

"We are not fluent but we have moments where we look a good side," said England coach Gareth Southgate.

"The Czechs are a really good side. They use the ball well and are really tough to break down. There is more to come from us, definitely. We have not scored from a set play yet. They are crucial in big matches and we have to get those nailed.

"All of our next opponents will be different games but there are a lot of good things we are doing."

SHARP END

Sterling was at the sharp end of England's early attacks as they began full of energy. He struck a post in the second minute when he lifted the ball past advancing keeper Tomas Vaclik - the third time England had hit a post of the same goal early in each match.

Ten minutes later Sterling found the target with a close-range header from a delicious floated cross by Grealish after a driving run by Saka had splintered the Czech rearguard.

Making his first appearance of the tournament, the 19-year-old wide man showed a willingness to run with the ball that was painfully absent from England’s first two performances and, with Grealish a constant menace, the hosts looked more threatening.

Harry Kane looked sharper too and had a shot well saved late in the first half by Vaclik, but that early promise was gradually replaced by the all-too-familiar caution and England barely mustered another meaningful attempt.

The Czechs were neat and tidy without carrying a huge amount of penalty box threat, though Tomas Holes had a shot palmed clear by Jordan Pickford and&nbsp;Tomas Soucek fired just wide in the first half.

Substitute Jordan Henderson thought he had scored his first goal for England on his 60th appearance five minutes from time after a scramble, only to see it ruled out for offside.

Overall though it was desperately thin gruel for most of the second half, with the loudest cheers reserved for the big screen announcements of Croatia's goals that eliminated Scotland.

England delivered an efficient but hardly scintillating display to beat Czech Republic 1-0 with an early Raheem Sterling header on Tuesday to advance to Euro 2020's last 16 as Group D winners, with the Czechs through as one of the best third-placed teams.

England delivered an efficient but hardly scintillating display to beat Czech Republic 1-0 with an early Raheem Sterling header on Tuesday to advance to Euro 2020's last 16 as Group D winners, with the Czechs through as one of the best third-placed teams. Sterling scored his and England's second goal of the tournament in the 12th minute but the initial injection of pace, intensity and crowd-pleasing excitement brought by Jack Grealish and teenage man of the match Bukayo Saka gradually dissipated as the game petered out into an utterly forgettable second half. Neither side will mind though as they now begin to plot their assaults on the knockout phase. England return to Wembley on Tuesday to face the runners-up from Group E – likely to be France, Germany or Portugal - while the Czechs must wait to find out which group winner they play. They were dislodged from second place by Croatia, who beat Scotland 3-1 and will play the Group E runners-up - Sweden, Slovakia, Spain or Poland – in Copenhagen on Monday. On the positive side of England's balance sheet is two wins and a draw, three clean sheets, a return to Wembley and a good number of players getting a taste of the action. Conversely, they have scored only two goals - the lowest by any team ever to top a Euros group - were sluggish and over-cautious for long periods of all three games and the midfield combination and approach seemingly remain anything but settled. They also face a potentially daunting last 16 game next. "We are not fluent but we have moments where we look a good side," said England coach Gareth Southgate. "The Czechs are a really good side. They use the ball well and are really tough to break down. There is more to come from us, definitely. We have not scored from a set play yet. They are crucial in big matches and we have to get those nailed. "All of our next opponents will be different games but there are a lot of good things we are doing." SHARP END Sterling was at the sharp end of England's early attacks as they began full of energy. He struck a post in the second minute when he lifted the ball past advancing keeper Tomas Vaclik - the third time England had hit a post of the same goal early in each match. Ten minutes later Sterling found the target with a close-range header from a delicious floated cross by Grealish after a driving run by Saka had splintered the Czech rearguard. Making his first appearance of the tournament, the 19-year-old wide man showed a willingness to run with the ball that was painfully absent from England’s first two performances and, with Grealish a constant menace, the hosts looked more threatening. Harry Kane looked sharper too and had a shot well saved late in the first half by Vaclik, but that early promise was gradually replaced by the all-too-familiar caution and England barely mustered another meaningful attempt. The Czechs were neat and tidy without carrying a huge amount of penalty box threat, though Tomas Holes had a shot palmed clear by Jordan Pickford and Tomas Soucek fired just wide in the first half. Substitute Jordan Henderson thought he had scored his first goal for England on his 60th appearance five minutes from time after a scramble, only to see it ruled out for offside. Overall though it was desperately thin gruel for most of the second half, with the loudest cheers reserved for the big screen announcements of Croatia's goals that eliminated Scotland.

Football: England get the job done with 1-0 win over Czechs at Euro 2020

England manager Gareth Southgate looks likely to resist the clamor for a major change in approach for Tuesday's final Euro 2020 Group D match against the Czech Republic at Wembley.

The disappointing performance in Friday's goalless draw with Scotland has led to calls from pundits and fans for Southgate to adopt a more positive style.

But while some personnel changes could be on the cards, it is not expected that the England manager will switch to the kind of attacking lineup some of his critics have been demanding.

The Czechs are top of the table on four points, ahead of England on goal difference, and a draw would see both teams advance regardless of the outcome of the game between Croatia and Scotland, who are both on one point.

So while critics may be demanding Southgate switch to a more offensive lineup, he will know the priority is to make it safely into the last 16.

On Sunday, Southgate took the unusual step of announcing that captain Harry Kane, whose sluggish displays have worried England fans, will definitely start against the Czechs.

Since the Scotland game, he has also pushed back gently against those who have been calling for Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho, who has yet to feature, to be given a slot on the right-wing.

"We've got some explosive options and a lot of them are young players and experiencing a big tournament for the first time," he said.

"So as a coaching staff we are realistic about our expectations of them as individuals.

"Jadon is in that mix. He's trained well the last few days and of course, we have got those options and those decisions to make," he said.

Sancho, linked with a move to Manchester United after a strong season in the Bundesliga, would be an alternative to Raheem Sterling, who scored the goal in the opening 1-0 win over Croatia, but who he has been struggling for form over recent months.

The most popular change Southgate could make is to bring creative midfielder Jack Grealish into the side, but even if he does introduce the Aston Villa player it is unlikely to be part of a major tactical shift.

Czech Republic assistant coach Jiri Chytry said England's display against Scotland was impacted by the special nature of the all-British clash.

"We expect to face the extremely strong England we know from recent years. Their team is well-balanced with experienced players from top-class clubs, talented youngsters. We are not reading much into the performance against Scotland: it was a derby with its own specific characteristics," he said.

Czech striker Patrik Schick is the joint top scorer, with Cristiano Ronaldo, in the tournament so far has grabbed three goals in the opening two games -- including his wonderful long-range strike against Scotland.

England manager Gareth Southgate looks likely to resist the clamor for a major change in approach for Tuesday's final Euro 2020 Group D match against the Czech Republic at Wembley.

England manager Gareth Southgate looks likely to resist the clamor for a major change in approach for Tuesday's final Euro 2020 Group D match against the Czech Republic at Wembley. The disappointing performance in Friday's goalless draw with Scotland has led to calls from pundits and fans for Southgate to adopt a more positive style. But while some personnel changes could be on the cards, it is not expected that the England manager will switch to the kind of attacking lineup some of his critics have been demanding. The Czechs are top of the table on four points, ahead of England on goal difference, and a draw would see both teams advance regardless of the outcome of the game between Croatia and Scotland, who are both on one point. So while critics may be demanding Southgate switch to a more offensive lineup, he will know the priority is to make it safely into the last 16. On Sunday, Southgate took the unusual step of announcing that captain Harry Kane, whose sluggish displays have worried England fans, will definitely start against the Czechs. Since the Scotland game, he has also pushed back gently against those who have been calling for Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho, who has yet to feature, to be given a slot on the right-wing. "We've got some explosive options and a lot of them are young players and experiencing a big tournament for the first time," he said. "So as a coaching staff we are realistic about our expectations of them as individuals. "Jadon is in that mix. He's trained well the last few days and of course, we have got those options and those decisions to make," he said. Sancho, linked with a move to Manchester United after a strong season in the Bundesliga, would be an alternative to Raheem Sterling, who scored the goal in the opening 1-0 win over Croatia, but who he has been struggling for form over recent months. The most popular change Southgate could make is to bring creative midfielder Jack Grealish into the side, but even if he does introduce the Aston Villa player it is unlikely to be part of a major tactical shift. Czech Republic assistant coach Jiri Chytry said England's display against Scotland was impacted by the special nature of the all-British clash. "We expect to face the extremely strong England we know from recent years. Their team is well-balanced with experienced players from top-class clubs, talented youngsters. We are not reading much into the performance against Scotland: it was a derby with its own specific characteristics," he said. Czech striker Patrik Schick is the joint top scorer, with Cristiano Ronaldo, in the tournament so far has grabbed three goals in the opening two games -- including his wonderful long-range strike against Scotland.

Football: England manager Gareth Southgate unlikely to take risks against Czechs

England manager Gareth Southgate said he substituted Harry Kane in Friday's 0-0 draw with Scotland in the European Championship to inject much-needed energy into the team after yet another subdued display by the skipper.

Kane looked leggy and starved of service as he struggled to make an impact in the Group D game at Wembley Stadium, managing only 19 touches throughout before being replaced by Marcus Rashford in the 74th minute.

"I felt we needed a few more runs in behind and Marcus would give us that energy," Southgate told reporters, explaining his decision to replace Kane for the second straight match.

"We have to base these decisions on what we see. We've got to be better and that starts with me. We didn't have enough attempts at goal and need to look at that over the next few days."

Southgate, whose side take on the Czech Republic in their final group match on Tuesday, refused to single out Kane for criticism and said that the team must strive to be better.

"And that's right across the board. So it's not just about one person," Southgate said.

"Scotland, I thought marked him extremely well. With the back five there isn't a lot of space, and of course, anything that was played up, they were aggressive, they defended well.

"We've got to go away and review the game and find those answers for the game with the Czech Republic."

Gareth Southgate's words were echoed by midfielder Declan Rice, who said Scotland had nailed their plans to nullify striker Kane.

"He's a world-class player and we need to get the ball to him to score," Rice said. "With the press and social media there might be an over-reaction now, but we have to stay positive."

England manager Gareth Southgate said he substituted Harry Kane in Friday's 0-0 draw with Scotland in the European Championship to inject much-needed energy into the team after yet another subdued display by the skipper.

England manager Gareth Southgate said he substituted Harry Kane in Friday's 0-0 draw with Scotland in the European Championship to inject much-needed energy into the team after yet another subdued display by the skipper. Kane looked leggy and starved of service as he struggled to make an impact in the Group D game at Wembley Stadium, managing only 19 touches throughout before being replaced by Marcus Rashford in the 74th minute. "I felt we needed a few more runs in behind and Marcus would give us that energy," Southgate told reporters, explaining his decision to replace Kane for the second straight match. "We have to base these decisions on what we see. We've got to be better and that starts with me. We didn't have enough attempts at goal and need to look at that over the next few days." Southgate, whose side take on the Czech Republic in their final group match on Tuesday, refused to single out Kane for criticism and said that the team must strive to be better. "And that's right across the board. So it's not just about one person," Southgate said. "Scotland, I thought marked him extremely well. With the back five there isn't a lot of space, and of course, anything that was played up, they were aggressive, they defended well. "We've got to go away and review the game and find those answers for the game with the Czech Republic." Gareth Southgate's words were echoed by midfielder Declan Rice, who said Scotland had nailed their plans to nullify striker Kane. "He's a world-class player and we need to get the ball to him to score," Rice said. "With the press and social media there might be an over-reaction now, but we have to stay positive."

Football: Harry Kane was taken off in Scotland game to give England more energy, says Southgate

The health service in&nbsp;England&nbsp;will open up <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">COVID-19 vaccinations</a> to everyone aged over 18 on Friday, a big step towards the government's target of giving every adult who wants a vaccine a first shot in the next month.

Head of NHS&nbsp;England, Simon Stevens, said that if they continue on course they will be able to offer a vaccine to every adult by July 19.

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While Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday pushed back the full re-opening of&nbsp;England&nbsp;from lockdown until July 19 because of a rise in cases, he also accelerated his vaccination plans, pledging to give every adult a first dose by the same date.

Britain has given the first dose of a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a> vaccine to more than 42 million people, almost 80 per cent of adults, while well over a half have received both shots.

Health authorities in&nbsp;England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland each run their own vaccination campaigns. Wales and Northern Ireland have already made vaccines available to any adult, while Scotland is offering them to anyone over 30.

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Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Moderna vaccines are being rolled out across the United Kingdom, although officials have said that people under 40 should be offered an alternative to AstraZeneca's shot after it was linked to rare blood clots.

The health service in England will open up COVID-19 vaccinations to everyone aged over 18 on Friday, a big step towards the government's target of giving every adult who wants a vaccine a first shot in the next month.

The health service in England will open up COVID-19 vaccinations to everyone aged over 18 on Friday, a big step towards the government's target of giving every adult who wants a vaccine a first shot in the next month. Head of NHS England, Simon Stevens, said that if they continue on course they will be able to offer a vaccine to every adult by July 19. Also read | COVID-19 infections rising exponentially in England, doubling every 11 days While Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday pushed back the full re-opening of England from lockdown until July 19 because of a rise in cases, he also accelerated his vaccination plans, pledging to give every adult a first dose by the same date. Britain has given the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine to more than 42 million people, almost 80 per cent of adults, while well over a half have received both shots. Health authorities in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland each run their own vaccination campaigns. Wales and Northern Ireland have already made vaccines available to any adult, while Scotland is offering them to anyone over 30. Also read | Coronavirus cases surge in UK as Delta variant worries officials Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Moderna vaccines are being rolled out across the United Kingdom, although officials have said that people under 40 should be offered an alternative to AstraZeneca's shot after it was linked to rare blood clots.

England invites citizens over 18 to get their COVID-19 jabs

England centre back Harry Maguire said he is fit and available to face Scotland in Friday's Group D match at the European Championship after missing the opener due to an ankle ligament injury.

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Maguire has been out for more than a month after picking up the injury in Manchester United's 3-1 Premier League win at Aston Villa on May 9.

The United captain missed their last five games of the season including the Europa League final, where they lost to Villarreal.

The 28-year-old was replaced by central defender Tyrone Mings in England's 1-0 win over Croatia at the weekend.

"I feel good," Maguire told British media on Wednesday. "I'm back available, I've been training and I'm looking forward to it.

"Obviously, the injury was a setback club football-wise. Internationally I wanted to come into this with a lot of games under my belt with full fitness.

"I've done a few sessions now and feel like my fitness is there, so I'm available for the game."

Maguire said he may have to play through some pain as he returns to full fitness.

"I'm sure it will niggle me for a few weeks and months," he said. "I haven't had an ankle injury before, but from speaking to players and physios, I'm sure it will be niggling.

"But as long as it's stable and the pain is bearable, then I'm sure I'll be fine."

England centre back Harry Maguire said he is fit and available to face Scotland in Friday's Group D match at the European Championship after missing the opener due to an ankle ligament injury.

England centre back Harry Maguire said he is fit and available to face Scotland in Friday's Group D match at the European Championship after missing the opener due to an ankle ligament injury. ALSO READ: Football: Snipers 'were ready to shoot' Greenpeace Euro 2020 parachutist Maguire has been out for more than a month after picking up the injury in Manchester United's 3-1 Premier League win at Aston Villa on May 9. The United captain missed their last five games of the season including the Europa League final, where they lost to Villarreal. The 28-year-old was replaced by central defender Tyrone Mings in England's 1-0 win over Croatia at the weekend. "I feel good," Maguire told British media on Wednesday. "I'm back available, I've been training and I'm looking forward to it. "Obviously, the injury was a setback club football-wise. Internationally I wanted to come into this with a lot of games under my belt with full fitness. "I've done a few sessions now and feel like my fitness is there, so I'm available for the game." Maguire said he may have to play through some pain as he returns to full fitness. "I'm sure it will niggle me for a few weeks and months," he said. "I haven't had an ankle injury before, but from speaking to players and physios, I'm sure it will be niggling. "But as long as it's stable and the pain is bearable, then I'm sure I'll be fine."

Euro 2020: England's Maguire declares himself fit for Scotland game

The delta variant first found in India is estimated by scientists advising the government to be between 40 percent and 80 percent more transmissible than the previous dominant strain.

UK PM delays lockdown easing for England by 4 weeks

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to delay lifting the remaining coronavirus restrictions in&nbsp;England&nbsp;as data shows a further rise in cases of the rapidly spreading Delta variant, British media reported.

Johnson is due to announce on Monday whether the planned lifting of restrictions, which would see an end to limits on social contact, can go ahead on June 21.

But the rapid spread of the Delta variant, first discovered in India, has thrown those plans into jeopardy, meaning there will be a one-month delay to the lifting of the restrictions, the Daily Telegraph reported.

A four-week delay would push back the easing of restrictions to July 19.

The government has always said decisions at each stage of unlocking depend on the data, and earlier this week the prime minister warned about the recent rise in cases.

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Devolved governments in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland make most public health decisions in their jurisdictions.

The prime minister’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Britain on Friday reported 8,125 new COVID-19 cases, the highest daily total since February, adding that the reproduction "R" number and daily growth rates were also higher in the latest estimates, suggesting the pandemic was growing exponentially.

Johnson has said that an increase in cases was always expected after the most recent stage of lockdown easing in May, but the key to whether all coronavirus restrictions can be scrapped will be the extent to which Britain's vaccine rollout has broken the link between cases and deaths.

Britain's total COVID-19 death toll is over 127,000 but the number of daily deaths have&nbsp;fallen following a third national lockdown and a rapid vaccine rollout. More than three-quarters of adults have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to delay lifting the remaining coronavirus restrictions in England as data shows a further rise in cases of the rapidly spreading Delta variant, British media reported.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to delay lifting the remaining coronavirus restrictions in England as data shows a further rise in cases of the rapidly spreading Delta variant, British media reported. Johnson is due to announce on Monday whether the planned lifting of restrictions, which would see an end to limits on social contact, can go ahead on June 21. But the rapid spread of the Delta variant, first discovered in India, has thrown those plans into jeopardy, meaning there will be a one-month delay to the lifting of the restrictions, the Daily Telegraph reported. A four-week delay would push back the easing of restrictions to July 19. The government has always said decisions at each stage of unlocking depend on the data, and earlier this week the prime minister warned about the recent rise in cases. Also Read | G7 leaders agree on a joint declaration to stop future pandemics Devolved governments in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland make most public health decisions in their jurisdictions. The prime minister’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Britain on Friday reported 8,125 new COVID-19 cases, the highest daily total since February, adding that the reproduction "R" number and daily growth rates were also higher in the latest estimates, suggesting the pandemic was growing exponentially. Johnson has said that an increase in cases was always expected after the most recent stage of lockdown easing in May, but the key to whether all coronavirus restrictions can be scrapped will be the extent to which Britain's vaccine rollout has broken the link between cases and deaths. Britain's total COVID-19 death toll is over 127,000 but the number of daily deaths have fallen following a third national lockdown and a rapid vaccine rollout. More than three-quarters of adults have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine.

UK PM Johnson might delay England's final stage of reopening as cases surge

David Lloyd was disinterested with England's batsmen on the first day of the second Test against New Zealand, expressing that&nbsp;some of them watched loaded with dread out there.

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England has attempted to ingrain an attitude of playing daring cricket, yet they neglected to exploit on Day 1 after Rory Burns and Dom Sibley gave a decent beginning at the top-order. From 72-0 at one phase, the hosts finished the day at 258-7, notwithstanding New Zealand resting a portion of their vital bowlers for the game.&nbsp;

In his section for the Daily Mail, David Lloyd called attention to a specialized blemish in a portion of the English players:&nbsp;

"There were lots of talks not so long ago about England playing a no-fear brand of cricket, but some of them looked full of fear out there. This is a great chance for some of the youngsters to make it hard for the selectors to drop them, but it’s apparent that a lot of them are getting very square on, which makes it hard for the bat to come down straight. There’s too much hesitancy in this line-up. Not impressed. Not impressed at all."

Dan Lawrence is still at the wrinkle for the hosts on 67. He joined in the middle by Mark Wood (16*), who has dealt with himself well in the wake of coming in at no.9.&nbsp;

Zak Crawley was dismissed for a duck off the bowling of Neil Wagner on Day 1 of the subsequent Test. In 11 Test innings in 2021, the batsman averages a pitiful 9.5, and the selectors' understanding should be running meager right now, given his lifeless exhibitions.&nbsp;

England has missed some vital players so far in the series and David Lloyd accepts the group the board will be quick to get their serious weapons as quickly as time permits. Lloyd expressed:&nbsp;

"Zak Crawley in particular looks woefully out of form. On this evidence, England will want to go back to the big guns as soon as possible."

Rory Burns, in the meantime, indeed dazzled with a very much made 81 subsequent to scoring a splendid ton at Lord's in the primary Test. Lloyd further composed:&nbsp;

"Rory Burns seems to be finding a way to get the bat coming down in the right position – despite the idiosyncrasies with the position of his head, his closed bat face and his stance, he seems to be finding a way. He made an excellent hundred at Lord’s and backed it up here&nbsp;

David Lloyd was disinterested with England's batsmen on the first day of the second Test against New Zealand, expressing that some of them watched loaded with dread out there.

David Lloyd was disinterested with England's batsmen on the first day of the second Test against New Zealand, expressing that some of them watched loaded with dread out there. ALSO READ: Cricket: SL vs IND - Shikhar Dhawan named captain, six earn maiden call-ups England has attempted to ingrain an attitude of playing daring cricket, yet they neglected to exploit on Day 1 after Rory Burns and Dom Sibley gave a decent beginning at the top-order. From 72-0 at one phase, the hosts finished the day at 258-7, notwithstanding New Zealand resting a portion of their vital bowlers for the game. In his section for the Daily Mail, David Lloyd called attention to a specialized blemish in a portion of the English players: "There were lots of talks not so long ago about England playing a no-fear brand of cricket, but some of them looked full of fear out there. This is a great chance for some of the youngsters to make it hard for the selectors to drop them, but it’s apparent that a lot of them are getting very square on, which makes it hard for the bat to come down straight. There’s too much hesitancy in this line-up. Not impressed. Not impressed at all." Dan Lawrence is still at the wrinkle for the hosts on 67. He joined in the middle by Mark Wood (16*), who has dealt with himself well in the wake of coming in at no.9. Zak Crawley was dismissed for a duck off the bowling of Neil Wagner on Day 1 of the subsequent Test. In 11 Test innings in 2021, the batsman averages a pitiful 9.5, and the selectors' understanding should be running meager right now, given his lifeless exhibitions. England has missed some vital players so far in the series and David Lloyd accepts the group the board will be quick to get their serious weapons as quickly as time permits. Lloyd expressed: "Zak Crawley in particular looks woefully out of form. On this evidence, England will want to go back to the big guns as soon as possible." Rory Burns, in the meantime, indeed dazzled with a very much made 81 subsequent to scoring a splendid ton at Lord's in the primary Test. Lloyd further composed: "Rory Burns seems to be finding a way to get the bat coming down in the right position – despite the idiosyncrasies with the position of his head, his closed bat face and his stance, he seems to be finding a way. He made an excellent hundred at Lord’s and backed it up here

Cricket: England looked fearful despite talk of playing 'no-fear cricket': David Lloyd

Defender Ben Chilwell said the Champions League final helped strengthen the bonds between the English players at Chelsea and Manchester City and that it will benefit the national team ahead of the upcoming European Championship.

Chilwell, Reece James and Mason Mount were part of the Chelsea team who beat City 1-0 in the final, with Kyle Walker, John Stones, Phil Foden and Raheem Sterling featuring for the Premier League champions.

Chilwell said there was no awkwardness when the players met up again at the England training camp.

"If anything, and it's quite weird to say, it's actually brought us closer," the 24-year-old told British media before Sunday's Group D opener against Croatia.

"To share a Champions League final, although they were on the losing side -- it's going to be good for us, put us in good stead going into this tournament.

"It can only be a positive."

After playing Croatia, England face Scotland on June 18 and the Czech Republic four days later, with all their games at Wembley.

Defender Ben Chilwell said the Champions League final helped strengthen the bonds between the English players at Chelsea and Manchester City and that it will benefit the national team ahead of the upcoming European Championship.

Defender Ben Chilwell said the Champions League final helped strengthen the bonds between the English players at Chelsea and Manchester City and that it will benefit the national team ahead of the upcoming European Championship. Chilwell, Reece James and Mason Mount were part of the Chelsea team who beat City 1-0 in the final, with Kyle Walker, John Stones, Phil Foden and Raheem Sterling featuring for the Premier League champions. Chilwell said there was no awkwardness when the players met up again at the England training camp. "If anything, and it's quite weird to say, it's actually brought us closer," the 24-year-old told British media before Sunday's Group D opener against Croatia. "To share a Champions League final, although they were on the losing side -- it's going to be good for us, put us in good stead going into this tournament. "It can only be a positive." After playing Croatia, England face Scotland on June 18 and the Czech Republic four days later, with all their games at Wembley.

Football: Champions League final brought England's Chelsea, City players closer: Chilwell

Marcus Rashford said every player in Gareth Southgate's squad has a role to play at the European Championship and that he is more concerned about delivering the title for England than seeing his name in the starting lineup.

The Manchester United forward captained England and scored in last weekend's 1-0 friendly win over Romania but he struggled for fitness and form at the end of last season for United, scoring once in their final 10 games.

The 23-year-old faces tough competition for a place in the starting line-up for Sunday's Group D opener against Croatia, with Southgate, blessed with plenty of attacking options in his 26-man squad.

"We go there as a squad that's trying to win a tournament," Rashford told British media on Monday. "Whether or not you're starting in the first 11, you've still got a massive role to play if we want to win the tournament.

"Don't get me wrong, everybody wants to be in the first 11 but I think from my experience of being in tournaments you need a squad, you have to have players capable of coming on at different moments and giving that extra spark.

"I think in our squad we have that all over the pitch, so to be honest, it (starting against Croatia) is not at the front of my mind."

England, semi-finalists at the 2018 World Cup, face Scotland on June 18 and the Czech Republic four days later after playing Croatia, with all games being held at Wembley.

Marcus Rashford said every player in Gareth Southgate's squad has a role to play at the European Championship and that he is more concerned about delivering the title for England than seeing his name in the starting lineup.

Marcus Rashford said every player in Gareth Southgate's squad has a role to play at the European Championship and that he is more concerned about delivering the title for England than seeing his name in the starting lineup. The Manchester United forward captained England and scored in last weekend's 1-0 friendly win over Romania but he struggled for fitness and form at the end of last season for United, scoring once in their final 10 games. The 23-year-old faces tough competition for a place in the starting line-up for Sunday's Group D opener against Croatia, with Southgate, blessed with plenty of attacking options in his 26-man squad. "We go there as a squad that's trying to win a tournament," Rashford told British media on Monday. "Whether or not you're starting in the first 11, you've still got a massive role to play if we want to win the tournament. "Don't get me wrong, everybody wants to be in the first 11 but I think from my experience of being in tournaments you need a squad, you have to have players capable of coming on at different moments and giving that extra spark. "I think in our squad we have that all over the pitch, so to be honest, it (starting against Croatia) is not at the front of my mind." England, semi-finalists at the 2018 World Cup, face Scotland on June 18 and the Czech Republic four days later after playing Croatia, with all games being held at Wembley.

Football: Marcus Rashford ready to put team first for England success at Euros

English pacer Ollie Robinson's old tweets stirred massive controversy as they were sexist and racial. The fast bowler apologised for these tweets that were back in 2012-14 when he was a teenager.&nbsp;

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Robinson made his Test debut in the ongoing match against New Zealand at Lords'. He picked up his maiden Test wicket in the match, however, his joy was short-lived as these racial tweets resurfaced and brought Robinson to tears.&nbsp;

"On the biggest day of my career so far, I am embarrassed by the racist and sexist tweets that I posted over eight years ago, which have today become public," Robinson said in a statement. "I want to make it clear that I'm not racist and I'm not sexist.

"I deeply regret my actions, and I am ashamed of making such remarks. I would like to unreservedly apologise to anyone I have offended, my teammates and the game as a whole in what has been a day of action and awareness in combatting discrimination from our sport. I just want to apologize to everyone. I regret it hugely."

Robinson dismissed New Zealand batsman Tom Latham and Ross Taylor on Wednesday. He ended Day 1 with figures of 2/50. &nbsp;

"I don't want something that happened eight years ago to diminish the efforts of my teammates and the ECB as they continue to build meaningful action with their comprehensive initiatives and efforts, which I fully endorse and support," Robinson continued. "I will continue to educate myself, look for advice and work with the support network that is available to me to learn more about getting better in this area. I am sorry, and I have certainly learned my lesson today."

English pacer Ollie Robinson's old tweets stirred massive controversy as they were sexist and racial. The fast bowler apologised for these tweets that were back in 2012-14 when he was a teenager.

English pacer Ollie Robinson's old tweets stirred massive controversy as they were sexist and racial. The fast bowler apologised for these tweets that were back in 2012-14 when he was a teenager. ALSO READ: Cricket: Joe Root eyes clean-sweep against New Zealand and India before Ashes Robinson made his Test debut in the ongoing match against New Zealand at Lords'. He picked up his maiden Test wicket in the match, however, his joy was short-lived as these racial tweets resurfaced and brought Robinson to tears. "On the biggest day of my career so far, I am embarrassed by the racist and sexist tweets that I posted over eight years ago, which have today become public," Robinson said in a statement. "I want to make it clear that I'm not racist and I'm not sexist. "I deeply regret my actions, and I am ashamed of making such remarks. I would like to unreservedly apologise to anyone I have offended, my teammates and the game as a whole in what has been a day of action and awareness in combatting discrimination from our sport. I just want to apologize to everyone. I regret it hugely." Robinson dismissed New Zealand batsman Tom Latham and Ross Taylor on Wednesday. He ended Day 1 with figures of 2/50. "I don't want something that happened eight years ago to diminish the efforts of my teammates and the ECB as they continue to build meaningful action with their comprehensive initiatives and efforts, which I fully endorse and support," Robinson continued. "I will continue to educate myself, look for advice and work with the support network that is available to me to learn more about getting better in this area. I am sorry, and I have certainly learned my lesson today."

Cricket: 'Deeply regret my actions': Ollie Robinson apologises for sexist and racist tweets

England manager Gareth Southgate said on Tuesday his side will be considered to have failed if they do not reach the semi-finals of Euro 2020.

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England made the last four of the 2018 World Cup in Russia and London's Wembley Stadium will host the semi-finals and final as well as some group stage games.

Asked if going out before the semis would be seen as a failure, Southgate told reporters: "Yes, it probably will. I think we're realistic about that, we have to live with that expectation.

"We know the excitement around the team and it’s great, we’re now relevant.

"We've been to two semi-finals so the next step is to try to go further."

England also made it to the semi-finals of the Nations League in 2019 as well as Euro 1996, played in England.

Southgate, speaking after announcing his final squad, said expectations were greater now than during the last World Cup, even with England having one of the youngest squads.

"I've got to try to manage the expectations for the players. I accept the situation as a manager there's expectation, I have to deliver. We have to deliver as a group of staff, it's not about me in terms of if we can be successful," he added.

"Of course it's about me if we fail, so no problem. That's the gig."

England manager Gareth Southgate said on Tuesday his side will be considered to have failed if they do not reach the semi-finals of Euro 2020. ALSO READ: Football- 'Need investment': Man City chairman on finding Sergio Aguero's replacement England made the last four of the 2018 World Cup in Russia and London's Wembley Stadium will host the semi-finals and final as well as some group stage games.

England manager Gareth Southgate said on Tuesday his side will be considered to have failed if they do not reach the semi-finals of Euro 2020. ALSO READ: Football- 'Need investment': Man City chairman on finding Sergio Aguero's replacement England made the last four of the 2018 World Cup in Russia and London's Wembley Stadium will host the semi-finals and final as well as some group stage games. Asked if going out before the semis would be seen as a failure, Southgate told reporters: "Yes, it probably will. I think we're realistic about that, we have to live with that expectation. "We know the excitement around the team and it’s great, we’re now relevant. "We've been to two semi-finals so the next step is to try to go further." England also made it to the semi-finals of the Nations League in 2019 as well as Euro 1996, played in England. Southgate, speaking after announcing his final squad, said expectations were greater now than during the last World Cup, even with England having one of the youngest squads. "I've got to try to manage the expectations for the players. I accept the situation as a manager there's expectation, I have to deliver. We have to deliver as a group of staff, it's not about me in terms of if we can be successful," he added. "Of course it's about me if we fail, so no problem. That's the gig."

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A British government advisory scientist warned on Monday that Britain could be in the early stages of a third Covid-19 wave as the country reported another 3,383 cases.

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A former London police station has seen its old cells turned into viewing galleries as it re-opens its doors as a museum. Bow Street Police Museum, located where the Bow Street police station and magistrates' court once were, is the latest addition to the British capital's cultural attractions.

Historic London police station opens cells to visitors

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