Euro 2016: Five reasons why England cannot win the European Championship in France June 10, 2016 The Euro 2016 championship kicks off in France today – but does the England team have what it takes to bring home the trophy? Probably not, unfortunately – and here are five reasons why: 1. While England have potential to be a dynamic force going forward, there remains considerable concern over the defence. Aside from Chris [...]
Three Lions goalkeeper Joe Hart urges England to go for the jugular during Euro 2016 June 9, 2016 England goalkeeper Joe Hart has called on his side to display the sort of ruthless streak during Euro 2016 which was so desperately amiss during their dismal group-stage exit at the World Cup two years ago. Roy Hodgson oversaw England’s worst performance on the world stage for more than half a century in Brazil, although their [...]
Euro 2016 betting: Roy’s young lions have a chance but don’t write off Germany June 9, 2016 France's four-week festival of football kicks off on Friday evening as Euro 2016 gets under way. The last two editions of the European Championships have been dominated by Spain, who won in 2008 and 2012. However, the Spanish crown has slipped in the last four years, meaning there are plenty of sides who will fancy their [...]
Euro 2016 betting: Hazard can make up for quiet season with Euro Golden Boot June 9, 2016 The list of European Championship Golden Boot winners is an illustrious one. From Gerd Muller in 1972 to Marco van Basten in 1988 and Alan Shearer in 1996, being the top goalscorer at a tournament guarantees a player a place in history. This summer, the race for the Golden Boot is as wide open as ever. [...]
Euro 2016 betting: Kane the main man for gung-ho England against Russia June 9, 2016 England's bid to end 50 years of hurt begins when they kick off their Euro 2016 campaign against Russia in Marseille on Saturday. There have been a few near misses – and many more not so near – as the Three Lions have hunted their first major international trophy since 1966, but with a young, [...]
Euro 2016 betting: Hosts France should have enough to break down solid Romania June 9, 2016 After years of preparation and anticipation, Euro 2016 kicks off on Friday evening as France take on Romania in Paris. In the same stadium where Les Bleus lifted the 1998 World Cup, Didier Deschamps’ side begin their European Championship campaign, hoping for a similarly successful summer this time around. Deschamps was captain of the all-conquering [...]
Euro 2016: Five reasons why England can win the European Championship in France June 9, 2016 1. It’s very much in vogue to be young, pro-risk and have a no-fear attitude. The England one-day cricket team has led the way but the Three Lions’ victory against Germany in March showcased all those qualities. The mood may have fallen flat only days later with defeat to Holland, a side who stumbled in [...]
Euro 2016: How Charlton’s Johann Gudmundsson and QPR’s Conor Washington will handle underdog status for Iceland and Northern Ireland June 9, 2016 English football fans will not have to look too hard to find a familiar face at the European Championships, with a quarter of players present plying their trade on these shores. The opulent and cosmopolitan Premier League is the best-represented competition in the world at Euro 2016 and its stars will be at home in [...]
Euro 2016 Russia Preview: Injuries may have scuppered Russian chances, but Tottenham’s Eric Dier will still need to be on his guard for England June 9, 2016 Having avoided any real title contenders in this year’s group stage draw — although the offering of relative minnows in the group stage hasn’t always been gobbled up The Three Lions — England’s opener against Russia is Group B’s heavyweight clash. Just don’t expect a blockbuster appearance from England’s opponents. Coach Leonid Slutsky took charge [...]
Dearth of Hodgson successors leaves England chiefs facing an anxious Euro 2016 June 9, 2016 If major tournaments have typically proven uncomfortable times for those responsible for the England team, there may be even greater cause for the Football Association’s top brass to squirm during Euro 2016. Read more: Why solving the Rooney conundrum holds the key to England's chances in France As he prepares for tomorrow’s Group B opener [...]