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Euro 2020: England vs. Germany — live buildup
Germany’s reward for their second place finish in Group F is a last-16 meeting with England at Wembley. Follow all the buildup, team news and live coverage here on DW. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Colossal shock as favorites France fall to Switzerland
France, the world champions and pre-tournament favorites, are out. Kylian Mbappe missed the crucial spot-kick in a late-night penalty shootout against Switzerland, who enjoyed the greatest victory in their history. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Germany to join England in kneeling protest
Germany intends to join England in a kneeling protest before their Euro 2020 last 16 match. The captains of both teams are also set to wear special armbands for the game. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Alvaro Morata Spain’s worthy hero in astonishing win over Croatia
Alvaro Morata’s Euro 2020 has consisted of missed chances and fan harassment towards his family. But when his country needed a lift in extra time against Croatia, the Spanish striker rose to the occasion. SOURCE: DW News
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Hazard warning: Belgium dump holders Portugal out of Euro 2020
Borussia Dortmund’s Thorgan Hazard scored a wonderful goal as Belgium knocked out Portugal in Seville. For Cristiano Ronaldo and co, Euro 2020 is over. For Belgium’s ‘Golden Generation,’ this may yet be their time. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Oranje boom and bust as Czech adventure continues
The Czech Republic became the third team to reach the last eight of the European Championship with an impressive victory over 10-man Netherlands. It’s back to square one for the Dutch and coach Frank de Boer. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: UEFA allows Dutch fans to bring rainbow flags into Hungary stadium
UEFA said it has told Hungarian authorities to allow Netherlands supporters to bring rainbow flags into Budapest’s Puskas Arena. Previous reports suggested that security guards were confiscating the flags. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Italy sets new world record in win over Austria
Italy’s defense made history in a taxing last 16 match against Austria in the European Championship. But a resolute performance by Austria meant the Italians needed extra time to punch their ticket to the quarterfinals. SOURCE: DW News
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Thomas Müller: Germany’s resurgent ‘Raumdeuter’ urges Harry Kane to be patient
Much was made of Joachim Löw recalling two of the three players he axed after Russia 2018. Thomas Müller’s return has shown just how pivotal he is to Germany, and he also has a message for England’s Harry Kane. SOURCE: DW News
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UEFA scraps away-goals rule for club competitions
European football’s governing body UEFA has decided to do away with the away-goals rule for its club competitions. The change is to take effect starting with qualifying stages for tournaments in the 2021-22 season. SOURCE: DW News
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Tokyo exits lockdown but pandemic Olympics barely register
About a month before the start of the long-delayed Olympic Games, Tokyo barely vibes a celebratory atmosphere. For the past few weeks, the metropolis has been under a strict state of emergency, imposed on most of Japan in response to a wave of coronavirus infections propelled by highly contagious variants. Even though the authorities lifted some of the restrictions last…
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Euro 2020: Germany progress to Round of 16 after 2-2 draw with Hungary
On a night of high drama, Germany have squeezed into the last 16 of the European Championship with a 2-2 draw with Hungary. Germany had been minutes away from going out but will now face England in the last 16 in London. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Germany vs. Hungary live
Germany go in to their final group game with all possibilities still open after a win over Portugal and loss to France. Hungary impressed last time out, there is trouble brewing off the pitch, and Germany have injuries. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Jadon Sancho still on standby but England roll on
A first half header from Raheem Sterling secured England victory over Czech Republic and top spot, but Jadon Sancho has yet to convince Gareth Southgate. Croatia join that pair in the next round thanks to Luka Modric. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Pressure mounts on UEFA and DFB to take a stand for LGBTQ+ rights
Calls for UEFA and the DFB to make a statement of support for LGBTQ+ rights at the Euro 2020 match against Hungary is gathering traction. A Hungarian parliamentarian has said mixing sport and politics is “dangerous.” SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: From agony to ecstasy for Denmark, Finland fall short
Denmark defied the odds to qualify for the last 16 with an inspired victory over Russia. It was a night of contrasting fortunes for the Nordic teams in the group though as Finland’s resistance was broken by Belgium. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Leon Goretzka ready to help banged-up Germany
Germany’s win against Portugal was emphatic but it also came at a price. With a few key players struggling with injuries, Joachim Löw might be forced to rely on his squad depth sooner rather than later. SOURCE: DW News
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Up to 10,000 fans to be allowed to attend Olympic events
Spectators will be allowed to attend events at this summer’s delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Only domestic fans will be granted access to venues, and there are limits on the number of people who may attend. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Havertz, Gosen and own goals help Germany past holders Portugal
Second half goals from Kai Havertz and Robin Gosens added to two Portuguese own goals to carry Germany to a first win of Euro 2020. Cristiano Ronaldo put Joachim Löw’s team behind, but the 2016 winners were second best. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Proposal to illuminate Munich arena in LGBT colors for visit of Hungary
After the Hungarian parliament passed new anti-LGBT legislation this week, Munich councilors have put forward a motion to light up the city’s football arena in rainbow colors for Germany’s match against Hungary. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Portugal vs. Germany – buildup
After defeat to France in their opening game, life doesn’t get any easier for Germany as they prepare to face reigning European champions Portugal. Leon Goretzka could return to face Cristiano Ronaldo and co. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020 final: UEFA officials and VIPs may be exempted from quarantine rules
While fans likely won’t be able to watch their nation compete in the Euro 2020 final due to quarantine requirements, VIPs may be granted an exemption. The UK government is keen to ensure the final stays in London. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: De Bruyne and Lukaku magic elevates Belgium as Denmark honor Eriksen
Denmark produced a rousing performance five days after the collective trauma of Christian Eriksen’s on-field cardiac arrest. But inspired by Kevin de Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku, the Belgians came from behind to win. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: German fans reconnect despite France loss
Germany may have lost their opening game at Euro 2020. But for those able to watch the game on the big public screen this was less about a lost game of football and more about a long absent social connection. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: France vs. Germany — live
Save the best till last, they say. And that certainly applies to Group F as Germany finally get their Euro 2020 campaign underway against world champions France. Team news: recalled Mats Hummels and Thomas Müller start. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Slovakia smother Robert Lewandowski to upset Poland
Underdogs Slovakia played to their defensive strengths to upset Poland in their Euro 2020 opener. The Poles couldn’t get superstar striker Robert Lewandowski into dangerous areas and the Bayern Munich man drew a blank. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: World champions France out to make history under Didier Deschamps
Germany, France, Portugal, and Hungary form Euro 2020’s group of death. Making it out of Group F will be an uphill task even for the reigning World Champions. But their coach Didier Deschamps is out to make history. SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Christian Eriksen suffered cardiac arrest, confirms Denmark doctor
Denmark’s team doctor has confirmed that Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest against Finland on Saturday. He is in a stable condition in hospital, but there has been criticism of the decision to continue playing. SOURCE: DW News
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Danish footballer Christian Eriksen awake after collapsing on pitch during Euro 2020 game
Christian Eriksen collapsed during play, received CPR on field and was carried off on a stretcher after more than 15 minutes of treatment. UEFA have suspended the match but say Eriksen’s condition has “stabilized.” SOURCE: DW News
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Euro 2020: Rome hoping that Italian success will lift spirits after coronavirus
Italy got their Euro 2020 campaign off to a winning start in Rome on Friday, but the city is still struggling to get enthusiastic about the tournament after a difficult year. DW’s Alima Hotakie sampled the atmosphere. SOURCE: DW News
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