Euro 2020: England v Denmark buildup as Italy celebrate final spot – live!

Euro 2020: England v Denmark buildup as Italy celebrate final spot – live!

07-Jul-2021 07:32:54 | Guardian

The bigger question is on a night like this: what are your superstitions ahead of a big match?

Do you eat the same meal every time? Wear the same underwear or socks? Do you watch from a specific chair? Let me now.

Here is plenty of things to get you in the mood for the next 11 and a half hours.

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The morning news has been heavily focused on the England game tonight. Poor journalists turning up outside Wembley at 6am for a match that kicks off at 8pm. There is certainly no shortage of hype around and will be looking to add plenty.

Let’s start with last night ...

Match report ...

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The big day is finally here for England fans, as Denmark await tonight. Between now and then social media will be awash with claims of soccer returning to its abode and discussions about three or four at the back. How will we all maintain calm?

Whoever wins tonight will play Italy on Sunday, after they defeated Spain on penalties on Tuesday. What a night it was at Wembley. There was plenty to enjoy, from questionable goalkeeping to fine finishes. Few want a semi-final to be settled on penalties but it gave the dramatic ending the match merited.

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