Euro 2024: England disappoint again but advance to last 16, Denmark and Slovenia

Disappointingly, England still secured their place in the round of 16 after a 0-0 defeat to Slovenia, who also qualified as the best third-place finisher. Denmark also drew 0-0 with Serbia, finishing second and set to advance to the finals stage.

Germany and France are the other favorites for the 2024 European Championship, and in the last 16, it is England’s turn to fight for its future in this competition. There is no need to think too much, either, a win over Slovenia will be enough for Southgate’s team to advance to the next round. But just like the Blues, England faces the greatest difficulties in the world in improving its game, which was verified again tonight, because in addition to this goal logically rejected by Foden (20th) for offside Saka and this big situation. Kane (40th), the Three Lions once again experienced the greatest difficulty in breaking the solid defense of Slovenia. Gallagher’s entry into the eleven did not change the miserable scene in the first two games.

The Chelsea player even bore the brunt of the poor performance in the first half, being replaced by the young Mainu at halftime. However, this did not change the complexion of this tournament: England was clearly dominant in terms of possession and occupation of the pitch, while the wastefulness in the last 30 meters was very serious. The British public may have put strong pressure on the increasingly self-isolating Slovenia, but its national team could not find anything other than struggling. Perhaps this attempt by Stones was countered by Sesko, because he looked good (58th). The entries of the (until then) forgotten Cole Palmer (71st) and Antony Gordon (90th) were undoubtedly too late. In addition, the first player created the best chance in stoppage time (90+2), the second player’s pass and Kane’s relay. Oblak kept a close eye on things and ensured his team’s qualification for the best third place.