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Scottish BBC Sport pundit is sent home from Euro 2024 after Steve Clarke's side were eliminated from the tournament... and admits she's 'devastated' to be leaving her role

The Tartan Army fell to a 1-0 defeat against Hungary in Stuttgart, which left them with just one point from their three group games and, thus, they were eliminated.

2024-06-24T20:09:49Z

Fans praise Slovakia's 'genius' fake throw-in which led to Ivan Schranz's goal in Euro 2024 clash against Ukraine with Lukas Haraslin and David Hancko confusing their opponents

Slovakia opened the scoring through Ivan Schranz in the 17th minute, with the goal coming from a well-worked routine.

2024-06-24T12:24:10Z

THE NOTEBOOK: Fans get free sun cream, John O'Shea jets in to do his England homework... while John Stones and Jordan Pickford tie tournament record

MIKE KEEGAN: England failed to silence their critics despite securing top spot in Group C after being held to a 0-0 draw by Slovenia in Cologne on Tuesday.

2024-06-25T21:28:49Z

Emma Raducanu brims with confidence on sizzling Eastbourne court as British star defeats American Sloane Stephens - dropping only three games in emphatic first round win

MATTHEW LAMBERT IN EASTBOURNE: Emma Raducanu's relighted fire burned bright as she took out fellow US Open champion Sloane Stephens in the sizzling heat at Eastbourne.

2024-06-25T15:13:05Z

Fans are left feeling 'sorry' for Joey Veerman following his early substitution in Netherlands' Euro 2024 defeat by Austria after nightmare first half-an-hour

Veerman (left) and Co were playing their final group game of the tournament knowing their qualification for the last 16 was confirmed, but having to work out where they would finish in Group C.

2024-06-25T19:13:26Z

Jack Grealish posts a video of himself back on the training pitch during England's dire goalless draw with Slovenia - after being axed from Gareth Southgate's Euro 2024 squad

Southgate admitted that the decision to axe a number of established England stars for reasons of fitness and form - including Harry Maguire and James Maddison- had been a hard one.

2024-06-25T22:28:57Z

Thousands of Three Lions fans stunned after England draw with Slovenia

Southgate 's men appeared to be off to a flyer after Bukayo Saka scored from Phil Foden 's cross in the first half, however it was disallowed for offside.

2024-06-25T16:46:10Z

Eagle-eyed fans spot Kylian Mbappe detail during BBC's pinball intro for France's Euro 2024 game against Poland... with the Les Bleus captain donning a mask for the first time since breaking his nose

Mbappe's side have already qualified for the knock-out stages of the tournament after collating four points from their first two games, but may need to win to secure top spot in Group C.

2024-06-25T16:43:14Z

D-Von Dudley reveals which WWE stars he wishes he could work with TODAY, as the Hall of Famer opens up on similarities between ECW and current atmosphere in the company

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY LEWIS BROWNING: The veteran is full of praise for a current star. A star who has been one of the main features in a major storyline on WWE television for a while now.

2024-06-25T16:58:09Z

James McClean might be bitter I’m not playing for Ireland – England star Declan Rice hits back after ‘overrated’ jibe

England midfielder Declan Rice says James McClean’s criticism of him may come from “bitterness towards me not playing for Ireland.” McClean created headlines as a pundit on RTÉ by describing his former international team-mate as “overrated” and “not world class”, after two unimpressive displays in an England shirt at Euro 2024. Rice won three caps ...

2024-06-24T21:31:52Z

Ger Brennan’s holistic approach has Louth dreaming big as they take on Donegal

It’s not too common for inter-county managers to voluntarily do media duties on the week of big games, but it has been a common theme throughout Ger Brennan’s Louth tenure. Brennan insists that it’s key to “take the opportunities to promote GAA in the Wee County as much as possible” and the numbers attending his regular Zoom meetings have increased...

2024-06-26T01:36:18Z

Anthony Joshua shares bizarre video of himself undergoing 'hot cupping' treatment as he refuses to slack off ahead of expected Daniel Dubois showdown later this year

The heavyweight is currently searching for his next opponent after defeating UFC superstar Francis Ngannou in March - with Daniel Dubois likely next up.

2024-06-24T13:24:15Z

Saracens new boy Fergus Burke has put both England AND Scotland on high alert, by revealing his aspirations to play international rugby… and fill the boots left by Owen Farrell

The 24-year-old is joining Saracens this summer, replacing captain Owen Farrell as the clubs No 10, and has revealed he has ambitions to play international rugby soon.

2024-06-24T19:54:49Z

Germany fans demand that Kai Havertz is axed for Euro 2024 knockout stages - as 90 PER CENT vote for another star to replace him after frustrating performance against Switzerland

A poll of almost 140,000 fans found that 90 per cent wanted the Arsenal star to be dropped. Havertz scored a penalty in Germany's 5-1 demolition of Scotland but has since drawn two blanks.

2024-06-25T06:41:29Z

Piers Morgan leads mocking of Australia after controversial claim by star player backfires spectacularly as Mitch Marsh's team is sent home

Hazlewood set social media alight earlier this month when he confessed that the Aussies were considering manipulating their result in the group stage game vs Scotland.

2024-06-25T10:57:14Z

Transgender wrestling star Gabbi Tuft officially returning to the ring... as former WWE standout Tyler Reks revives career with West Coast Wrestling

After several months of in-ring training and social-media teases that 'Mother is coming', transgender professional wrestling star Gabbi Tuft will officially have her squared-circle revival on Tuesday.

2024-06-24T16:24:29Z

Neymar leaves street vendor in shock after he stops to buy a Brazil shirt ahead of their Copa America clash with Costa Rica

Neymar has travelled to the United States to support his team-mates at Copa America and left one vendor starstruck after stopping by to buy a Brazil shirt.

2024-06-25T09:42:00Z

Rio Ferdinand names three players he claims will WIN Euro 2024 for England if Gareth Southgate picks them to revive struggling side

England's fortunes will reverse and their form pick back up if they make three changes to the starting line, claims Rio Ferdinand, who think the Three Lions will win the trophy if they pick the side he wants.

2024-06-26T09:30:42Z

Gary Lineker issues heartfelt four-word statement after it was announced that his former Match of the Day colleague Alan Hansen, 69, had been discharged from hospital

Many from the footballing world have sent their well wishes and messages of support to Hansen, with Mail Sport columnist Graeme Souness, delivering a positive update on his health.

2024-06-23T17:50:43Z

Jimmy Greaves, Gareth Southgate and why England keep failing to learn from 58 years of hurt

The Three Lions’ latest bid to emulate the heroes of 1966 looks likely to fall short.

2024-06-25T07:12:22Z

Frank Lampard responds to Wayne Rooney's bizarre claims he was 'tucked into bed' by Chelsea's masseur while on England duty

Lampard's former England teammate had previously revealed that the midfielder used to enjoy late-night muscle therapy sessions from Chelsea's Billy McCulloch, alongside John Terry.

2024-06-25T13:12:46Z

A desperate draw against Slovenia but dreary England continue failing upwards

England have topped their group in miserable style and head for the easier half of the Euro 2024 knockout draw.

2024-06-25T21:44:33Z

Gary Neville slams 'BASIC' England and admits bore draw with Slovenia was a 'struggle to watch' - as he names the one player 'certain' to start in the last-16

Gareth Southgate's side produced another underwhelming performance in their final Group C outing, although the result in Cologne was still good enough to secure top spot.

2024-06-25T22:59:03Z

Chris O’Donnell insists there ‘won’t be any grudges’ if Rhasidat Adeleke opts out of Ireland’s mixed 4x400m Olympic relay team

The answer is a no-brainer for Chris O’Donnell. Ask the Sligo athlete if he would prefer to be a finalist in the individual 400m or a medallist in the mixed relay, and he doesn’t need to sleep on it. His preference – all day long – would be to win a medal with the mixed relay. Track isn’t totally defined as an individual pursuit to every athlete, i...

2024-06-26T01:36:17Z

England's cause for concern: Jude Bellingham did not have a single shot or create a chance in dire draw with Slovenia... while Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden completed just ONE dribble between them

Gareth Southgate's men scored just twice in their three group games, and failed to create many clear-cut opportunities in Cologne against a stubborn Slovenian side.

2024-06-25T22:44:12Z

Dublin v Galway: What time, what channel and all you need to know

The SFC quarter-finals take place this weekend with Dublin and Galway going head-to-head. Here's all you need to know about the game. Where and when is it on? The match takes place at Croke Park in Dublin with a 6.15pm throw-in on Saturday. Where can I watch the game? The game will not be broadcast on terrestrial tv. It will however be available to...

2024-06-25T09:48:45Z

Steve Borthwick rules himself out of key Lions role in a blow to Andy Farrell - as England head coach prioritises development of his young and promising Red Rose team

CHRIS FOY: Steve Borthwick will be in charge of England's prospective Americas tour next summer, after ruling himself out of contention for a role in the Lions management team.

2024-06-25T11:27:15Z

'His ceiling is very, very high and we haven’t even seen the start of it yet'

Ireland are excited about 21-year-old Leinster out-half Sam Prendergast.

2024-06-25T10:50:29Z

Copa America field conditions are a 'wake up call' for 2026 World Cup, says Taylor Twellman, as ex-USA striker urges organizers to listen to players' complaints

Ex-USA striker Taylor Twellman has branded the Copa America field conditions a 'wake up call' for the 2026 World Cup following numerous complaints from players and coaches.

2024-06-25T13:58:08Z

Fans call for 'more excitement' from BBC commentator after his coverage of Italy's late equaliser against Croatia at Euro 2024... but his World Service colleague is praised for his description of Mattia Zaccagni's wonderstrike

The defending champions guaranteed their spot in the last 16 of the competition on Monday with an equaliser deep into stoppage time of the game, all-but-knocking their opponents out.

2024-06-25T17:13:14Z

Ian Wright offers suggestion for how England can fit Cole Palmer in their side at Euro 2024... as he insists the forward needs to play 'for balance and fluidity' in the Three Lions team

The Three Lions were poor in attack once again on Tuesday night, managing just four shots on target as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Slovenia in their final group game of Euro 2024.

2024-06-25T23:14:03Z

Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic RAGES that referee 'tore us apart' and makes outlandish claim that official 'wasn't designated the match by chance' after Italy's heartbreaking last-second equaliser

Dalic's side seemed all but set to progress to the knockout stages of the European Championship after Luka Modric had fired them into the lead in the 55th minute.

2024-06-25T12:12:28Z

‘I could have said worse’ – Declan Hannon laughs off Munster final blunder as Limerick focus on drive for five

Declan Hannon makes that many speeches these days, it’s probably unfair to expect that he gets every single detail right, every single time. No sooner had Hannon thanked the “backroom team of 53 people” in Thurles after the Munster final than people began to swoon at the sheer largesse of it all. ‘I’m not gonna thank them all,” said Hannon, thankfu...

2024-06-26T01:36:14Z

'I feel sorry for Farrell a little bit in terms of what he’s picking from compared to Rassie'

Bernard Jackman set out his concerns about Ireland’s squad depth on today’s Rugby Weekly Extra podcast.

2024-06-24T15:02:53Z

England top Group C despite another uninspiring draw from Gareth Southgate's side and will likely face the Netherlands - with third place finisher in Group E still in play

England have finished winners of Group C following a win and two draws, finishing on five points.

2024-06-25T21:28:42Z

Fans mock 'fascinating' Memphis Depay for picking up apparent injury after colliding with the referee during Netherlands' Euro 2024 game against Austria

Depay and Co were looking to top Group D at Euro 2024 after securing qualification for the last 16 of the competition, and had trailed at the break through an own goal from Donyell Malen.

2024-06-25T18:28:26Z

'Teddy looks at the ball, the ball looks at Teddy': Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh's classic quotes

The revered broadcaster provided the summer soundtrack for hurling and football fans with his work with RTÉ Radio between 1949 and 2010.

2024-06-25T13:16:20Z

Mercedes hire private investigators to hunt the source of anonymous emails and text messages to F1 chiefs claiming Lewis Hamilton is being 'SABOTAGED' by his own team

JONATHAN MCEVOY: Mercedes will not let the matter lie. A team spokesman confirmed to Mail Sport that they had outsourced the matter to a firm that specialises in this kind of investigation.

2024-06-25T10:27:34Z

France prop Rabah Slimani puts off retirement to sign deal with Leinster

Former France prop Rabah Slimani has confirmed that he will join Leinster next season. However, although Clermont coach Christphe Urios told French reporters the 34-year-old was joining on a two year deal, Leinster sources have indicated it is a one-year contract. French publication La Montagne spoke to the 34-year-old tighthead who confirmed the m...

2024-06-25T16:04:47Z

Now Gary Lineker takes aim at Gareth Southgate for 'hanging Trent Alexander-Arnold out to dry', as he's set to be the only England player AXED for today's final group game over failed 'experiment'

Southgate has opted to deploy the Reds defender in an advanced position alongside Declan Rice in both of England's opening two Euro 2024 matches - a tactical ploy that has attracted much criticism.

2024-06-25T07:11:35Z

Derry is ‘hardest draw’ we could have got – Kerry manager Jack O’Connor

Kerry boss Jack O’Connor has described Derry as “a dangerous animal” ahead of Sunday’s All-Ireland quarter-final showdown with the Oak Leaf County in Croke Park. Up until a week or so ago, Mickey Harte’s men were in all sorts of bother, scrambling for form having lost three championship fixtures back-to-back. Now, though, following wins over Westme...