Euro 2024 LIVE: Jude Bellingham joins England camp, Three Lions fans targetted (2024)

Today, 03:00By Jon Boon

Saka's biggest supporter

BUKAYO SAKA’S girlfriend Tolami Benson showed her support for the England superstar with a heartwarming nod to his early Arsenal days.

Saka’s stunning partner was spotted in the stands as the Three Lions kickstarted their Euro 2024 campaignwith a 1-0 win over Serbia.

23-year-old Tolami wore a white jacket bearing the number 87 on the collar.

It’s the number Saka used to wear during his early days at Arsenal.

Today, 01:00By Jon Boon

Alexander-Arnold passed his audition

SunSport columnist Jack Wilshere was pleased with Trent Alexander-Arnold’s performance against Serbia.

Read his column below.

JACK WILSHERE Trent passed his England audition in centre midfield... he should keep spot

16th Jun 2024, 22:57By Jon Boon

Bellingham's game by numbers

Jude Bellingham was sensational for the Three Lions against Serbia.

Here's his match stats.

16th Jun 2024, 22:15By Jon Boon

England match report

Jude Bellingham gets England off to a winning start.

Here's what chief sports writer Dave Kidd thoughts of the game.

ENGLAND 1 SERBIA 0 Brilliant Bellingham gets Three Lions off to perfect start at Euro 2024

16th Jun 2024, 21:53By Jon Boon

Bellingham's new celebration

JUDE BELLINGHAM unveiled a new celebration after scoring England's Euro 2024 opener against Serbia.

The midfielder stormed in at the back post to head the Three Lions in front after just 13 minutes.

Bukayo Saka's cross took a helpful deflection that fell to Bellingham, who beat the defender to the ball as he headed into the top corner.

He then showed off a never-before-seen celebration with team-mateTrent Alexander-Arnold.

The pair both took a knee and placed their palm over their face, with some fans saying it reminded them ofWWEstar Booker T.

16th Jun 2024, 21:14By Jon Boon

Classy Grealish

JACK GREALISH posted a classy five-word message to England stars ahead of their Euro 2024 opener against Serbia.

Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions faced offwith their opponents in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday night.

Grealish reacted to England’s official Instagram page announcing the starting XI for tonight’s Serbia game.

He fired out a classy message to the team, saying: “Good luck to the lads.”

16th Jun 2024, 20:07By Jon Boon

Kane makes history

ENGLAND captain Harry Kane has made even more history tonight against Serbia.

Kane, 30, is enjoying an illustrious career that has seen him become record goalscorer for both Tottenham and the Three Lions.

And the starstriker has added to his amazing success.

Kane has becomeEngland's record appearance maker at major tournaments inGermany.

TheBayern Munichsuperstar led the national team againstSerbiaat the Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen.

And Kane picked up his 23rd cap at a game in a major tournament.

16th Jun 2024, 19:23By Jon Boon

Denmark v Slovenia report

Denmark and Slovenia shared the spoils in the 5pm game.

Here's SunSport's match report.

SLOVENIA 1 DENMARK 1 Eriksen's fairytale goal cancelled out as Janza scores vital equaliser

16th Jun 2024, 18:44By Jon Boon

Beer price

FANS were left saying “ouch” after discovering the price of beer ahead of England vs Serbia.

The two sides face each other in a heated Euro 2024 group stage opener tonight.

The violence came about despite tournament chiefs deciding topull full-strength beer ahead of the match.

Instead, low-alcohol replacements including shandy — a mixture of beer and lemonade — were put on sale around the city.

But despite the lager being weakened, the prices remained at a premium for parched fans.

Pictures from the area surrounding England’s match showed that the low-booze beer was still on sale at a hefty 7 euros, or £6, for a 500ml glass.

16th Jun 2024, 17:21By Ellie Grant

Shearer's England vs Serbia prediction

We are just hours away from England's opening Euro game kicking off.

And England legend Alan Shearer has called the shots of the game.

He told Betfair: "I think England should win the game. Serbia have Mitrovic and Vlahovic up front, if they decide to go with those two.

"I think Mitrovic will definitely play, they will look to rain crosses in because that's what he wants and demands, and he gets all the goals for them.

"England should have far too much for them in forward positions so I would say England to win by two or three.

"Opening games are never easy, a lot of the time they're always cagey affairs, but I would think England can score two or three and win."

16th Jun 2024, 15:57By Ellie Grant

Poland 1-2 Holland

Holland have beaten Poland 2-1 in their opening game at Euro 2024.

Robert Lewandowski'sreplacement Adam Buksa bagged the opening goal of the game for the Poles with a brilliant header.

Liverpool'sCody Gakpolevelled soon after with a deflected strike.

But ex-Man Utd man Wout Weghorst came on with 10 minutes to go and scored his side a winner just two minutes after coming on.

16th Jun 2024, 14:46By Ellie Grant

300,000 Brits travel to Germany

Thousands of England fans are gearing up to cheer on the Three Lions in their first Euros clash.

With 300,000 Brits travelling to Germany to watch the game, some are starting the celebrations early by sinking pints in the glorious sunshine.

Englandwill begin theirEuroscampaign at 8pm tonight against Serbia asGareth Southgateleads his men out at Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen.

16th Jun 2024, 13:41By Ellie Grant

"Major operation"

Some worrying scenes going on in Hamburg before the Netherlands vs Poland game.

A major operation is taking place in central Hamburg after a man with an axe threatened police officers, officials in the German city say.

Police say they shot and seriously injured the man, who is receiving medical attention.

Reports say the incident took place near a fanzone for supporters of the Dutch football team.

A police statement said that a man threatened police officers with a pickaxe and an "incendiary device".

The Volkspardstadion is around five miles away from the centre of Hamburg and, so far, things appear to going ahead as planned at the ground.

16th Jun 2024, 12:46By Ellie Grant

Saka to start

Bukayo Saka is expected to start for England against Serbia on Sunday.

There had been a slight doubt overSaka’s fitness after he missed the final game ofArsenal’s season with a groin injury.

But SunSport understands the 22-year-old, the second-highest scorer in the Three Lions squad afterHarry Kanewith 11 goals, is in line to play from the off in Gelsenkirchen.

16th Jun 2024, 11:42By Ellie Grant

3 key areas England need to dominate

In their first Group C match TODAY,Englandface inSerbiain Gelsenkirchen.

WhileEnglandare favourites they will have to be aware of the threat carried by a physically and technically strong Serbian side who have a number of talented attacking players.

So here are three key areas whereEnglandneed to dominate if they are to open their campaign with a morale-boosting win.

• England’s need for creativity
• Solving the left-back problem
• Serbia are dangerous in transition

SERBO CHARGED Southgate's three key problems to fix when England face Serbia at Euro 2024

16th Jun 2024, 10:40By Ellie Grant

Today's the day

England fans need to wait no longer.

The Three Lions will get underway at the Veltins-Arenaagainst Serbia TODAY.

Stay tuned to see what team news we have throughout the day!

16th Jun 2024, 08:00By Jon Boon

Italy match report

The European champions overcame Albania in their opener.

Read what SunSport's Jack Rosser made of the action in his report.

Italy 2 Albania 1 Italy survive fastest goal in Euros history as they cling on for win

16th Jun 2024, 06:00By Jon Boon

Kiwior's twerking missus

JAKUB Kiwior's twerk queen Wag showed off her amazing talents in the sea on a break in Greece.

Going under the moniker 'Claudia Redheaded',she shares her dance moveson social media.

While she also teaches classes to wannabe twerkers.

However, her latest share has drawn plenty of reaction onInstagram.

Wearing a bikini,gorgeous Claudiacan be seen shaking her bum towards the camera in the sea.

Kiwior is set to start for Poland in his country's opener against Netherlands on Sunday.

16th Jun 2024, 04:00By Jon Boon

Kane speaks of his own 'aura'

Never before has Harry Kane looked so comfortable in his own skin — and spoken so freely.

TheEnglandcaptain, looking to get his country off to a flier againstSerbiaat the home ofSchalke, believes he is finally commanding respect from around the world.

Asked how different he feels now compared to the World Cup inQatarin 2022, Kane remarked: “I’d say, from an outside point of view, that I’m probably respected more as one of the top strikers in the world.

“When you’re at a club like Bayern Munich, that comes if you have a great season. Similar toReal Madrid,Barcelonaand all the top, top clubs.

“So from that point of view, maybe I have a different kind of aura.

“But personally, nothing’s really changed in how I prepare, how I go into games. My confidence is still the same as it was throughout my career.

“Maybe from an outside point of view, you get looked at in a different light. Which is good for me, because it raises my profile and helps me to really compete to be one of the best players in the world.

“So that’s probably the biggest difference I’ve found.

“The support I have had ever since I arrived inGermanyhas been incredible. Even going to away games in theBundesliga, the support I get from opposition fans is at an amazing level. It has made me feel really appreciated.

“I spent my whole career in the Premier League and there were a lot of Tottenham fans who enjoyed my work. But it’s beenniceto show what I can do on a European level.

“I played in theChampions Leaguebut to do it in another league, in front of another set of fans in a different country, has helped me as a player and helped my profile.

“Playing against different teams with different tactics has helped me.

“The teams we play against are a bit more open and the space is in behind on transition. It’s just helped me evolve in my understanding offootballand how different teams work.

“Here, it is going to be a tournament I should enjoy, because I’m going to have support not only from the England fans but from the Germany fans, which I’ll really appreciate.

“Hopefully that will build my confidence and give me even more motivation.”

16th Jun 2024, 02:00By Jon Boon

Saliba has point to prove

WILLIAM SALIBA is set to be given a chance to shine for France and prove his manager wrong.

TheArsenaldefender, previously criticised by bossDidier Deschamps, is in line to start in Les BleusEuro 2024opener againstAustriain Dusseldorf on Monday night.

Saliba has impressed in training since joining up with the squad last month and was paired alongsideDayot Upamecanoin a behind closed doors session this week.

Bayern's Upamecano and Liverpool man Ibrahima Konate have been the preferred pairing for Deschamps sinceRaphael Varaneretired from international football.

However, Saliba appears to have moved ahead of Konate in the pecking order and his manager appears to have softened his stance somewhat.

15th Jun 2024, 00:00By Jon Boon

Euro stat

With his goal against Croatia, Alvaro Morata has become the third highest goalscorer in Euros history.

Only Cristiano Ronaldo (14) and Michel Platini (9) have more goals than him.

Morata has seven.

15th Jun 2024, 23:01By Jon Boon

Wilshere's column

COLE PALMER symbolises the fearlessness and the handbrake-off attitude that I want England to have at the Euros.

When you are a young player and you’ve not really been exposed to the pressures of representing yourcountry, it lets you just play.

And, in any case, it looks likeChelseastarPalmerhas that approach regardless of whether he starts or comes off the bench. He radiates almost-co*ckiness — I love that about him.

What gives you that confidence is your quality and self-belief.

He shows he has that all the time. That ‘ice cold’ celebration of his seems to sum up his game and his mindset.

At various times, including when I was playing, theEnglandteam has been screaming out for an identity, and for a player that had that football arrogance.

PALM READER Palmer sums up how England should play - he reminds me of myself, says Wilshere

15th Jun 2024, 22:24By Jon Boon

European Champions off to a winning start

Italy held on to record a win in their opener against Albania.

First half goals from Alessandro Bastoni and Nicola Barella overturned the plucky Balkans' opener after just 23 seconds.

But it got nervy towards the end, with the Italians holding on.

15th Jun 2024, 21:21By Jon Boon

England's leaders

JUDE BELLINGHAM has been selected as part of a four-man leadership group for England.

BossGareth Southgatewants a player who is in touch with the younger members of his 26-man squad.

Real Madridsuperstar Bellingham, 20, has got the nod, joining Declan Rice, vice-captainKyle Walkerand skipper Harry Kane in the quartet.

Southgate said: “We’ve put a small leadership group together for this tournament now with Harry, Kyle,Declan Riceand Jude Bellignham

"Because there is a different dynamic to this group, there’s a lot of younger players.

“I want to make sure the voices of the younger players, that I’m really in touch with that as well.

“I don’t want to leave here with any stone unturned, I don’t want to have missed anything.

"It’s always important to know what the players are thinking, they have good views, they have good experiences.

“Also there will be some decisions that I will take without talking to any of them.”

15th Jun 2024, 20:49By Jon Boon

Half-time

It's half-time in the evening's game between Italy and Albania.

It's been a thriller too. The Albanians took the lead in under a minute through Nedim Bajrami.

However, the European champions turned it around with goals in the 11th and 16th minute from Alessandro Bastoni and Nicola Barella.