Audible jeers were again heard ahead of the second England friendly to take place at Middlesbrough's ground in the last four days before sections of applause broke out. All but two of Romania's players joined the England starting line-up in taking a knee before the match started. Gareth Southgate said on Saturday the England squad were "more determined than ever" to take part in the anti-racism gesture despite the jeers ahead of the friendly win over Austria on Wednesday. I have made it clear where the players stand with it. Southgate said the squad would not continue to take questions on the subject should boos continue to persist during this summer's major tournament.

Source: Sky sports June 06, 2021 16:15 UTC