I fancied England to do well but when I look at that defence and midfield area it's weak compared to years gone by. To think we had Scholes, Gerrard and Lampard. Now it's Rice, Mount or Henderson. With Maguire not being fit I can't see us doing any better than the quarters, when we could face France. That French team is just streets ahead of any other team. I wouldn't rule out Portugal either. Ronaldo, B Silva, B Fernandes, Diaz, Jota, Felix. They've got much more talent than they used to have. They're my dark horse bet to retain the trophy.

Usually a big tournament brings the country together, it's one of the things that make the finals a bit special. We've had some cracking tournaments in the past that will live long in the memory. Really good times.

We've got a half a chance, no more than that. Southgate looks a bit lost recently. The Scottish game will be massive.

Hopefully the team can get off to a good start and spread some much needed optimism about the place. It's coming home.

Lot of waffle, Sandy dude?!
But I agree with your gist that England won't be good. Lot of overhyped players, I mean I heave heard some say Luke Shaw is world class Plus that midfield has no spark or creativity. Sterling is one trick poney.

Winner: Portugal or Spain

Golden boot: Kane - will score a few

I know it's predictable with Kane, but have you ever seen anyone more focused or deadlier than our (ex) front man!

Anyway:
Winner:

Portugal or Spain....

I think the trick with International football tournaments is to cast off club concerns, and just enjoy the spectacle as it unfolds over the coming days and weeks.

Only if England (or whichever country you support) look like doing something special should any tension arise.

I doubt I'll watch it all - in fact I know I won't - but I'll definitely be watching more than just the England matches.

Enjoy it, sandy.

comment by Legacyton 125.2 (U8879)
posted 4 minutes ago
I think the trick with International football tournaments is to cast off club concerns, and just enjoy the spectacle as it unfolds over the coming days and weeks.

Only if England (or whichever country you support) look like doing something special should any tension arise.

I doubt I'll watch it all - in fact I know I won't - but I'll definitely be watching more than just the England matches.

Enjoy it, sandy.
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It's why I think the best man managers tend to make the best international managers. There's only so much you can do in terms of shape and patterns of play. It's about togetherness more than anything else. Coleman is a good example. Great for Wales in 2016, now he can't get a club job for love nor money.

Normally not bothered about international football but spurs have sucked so much joy out of the game for me recently, I can’t wait for this to start.

Last chance to cheer on Harry too

👍

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went to 3 games at euro 96

spain v bulgaria and spain v france at elland rd

italy v germany at old trafford

I don't care much for international football, but hoping we do well as Southgate is such a lovely guy

comment by Legacyton 125.2 (U8879)
posted 29 minutes ago
I think the trick with International football tournaments is to cast off club concerns, and just enjoy the spectacle as it unfolds over the coming days and weeks.

Only if England (or whichever country you support) look like doing something special should any tension arise.

I doubt I'll watch it all - in fact I know I won't - but I'll definitely be watching more than just the England matches.

Enjoy it, sandy.
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Yeh fairly relaxed. I am not really supporting England, like I would Spurs.

Love the Euro's, gotta sweepstake im running and I like to watch a fair few of the matches.

comment by Shaun M - Everywhere you go, always take Rapinha with you! (U9955)
posted 6 minutes ago
Love the Euro's, gotta sweepstake im running and I like to watch a fair few of the matches.
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Who did you get? I pulled Belgium. Pretty happy with that but I can't see them winning it.

You got a new club manager mate

France are 9/2 to win the Euros, that is a decent price imo

comment by fridgeboy (U1053)
posted 10 minutes ago
comment by Shaun M - Everywhere you go, always take Rapinha with you! (U9955)
posted 6 minutes ago
Love the Euro's, gotta sweepstake im running and I like to watch a fair few of the matches.
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Who did you get? I pulled Belgium. Pretty happy with that but I can't see them winning it.
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I ran an 8 man sweepstake, 3 teams each with all guaranteed a top team and 2 B teams for the second prize. I got Spain, Hungary and Netherlands

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comment by Ace (U22467)
posted 1 minute ago
My sweepstake went a bit like Maf at a nightclub - pulled Turkey.
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That's an upgrade for Maf

Turkey v Italy tonight.
I predict 2-1 Italy

comment by ● Billy The Yidd ● 2020* 2021* (U3924)
posted 1 hour, 4 minutes ago
France are 9/2 to win the Euros, that is a decent price imo
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I have had a fiver each way Billy.

comment by sandy, golden boot winner fa cup 1901 (U20567)
posted 40 minutes ago
comment by ● Billy The Yidd ● 2020* 2021* (U3924)
posted 1 hour, 4 minutes ago
France are 9/2 to win the Euros, that is a decent price imo
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I have had a fiver each way Billy.
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I went 14/1 (fiver)
* Eng / Cro top 2 group
* Fra / Por top 2 group
* Bel / Den top 2 group
* Spa / Pol top 2 group

Can't help being a bit excited about the Euros, same as the World Cup. Nice opportunity to watch a bunch of players I wouldn't normally see, and on free to air TV as well. Lovely.

Don’t care for international friendlies, but Love the Euros and world cups. How can any football fan not? If Boccelli singing Nessum Dorma in the opening ceremony doesn’t send shivers down your spine then nothing will. It certainly beats watching Spurs that’s for sure. Will try and catch most the games.

I thought Boccelli is a little past it now....
not as good as he used to be when Pavarotti discovered him.

comment by Don_tottenham (U3372)
posted 8 hours, 26 minutes ago
Don’t care for international friendlies, but Love the Euros and world cups. How can any football fan not? If Boccelli singing Nessum Dorma in the opening ceremony doesn’t send shivers down your spine then nothing will. It certainly beats watching Spurs that’s for sure. Will try and catch most the games.
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I would still sooner watch Spurs Don than an opera singer.