Euro 2024: England top Group C despite another underwhelming performanceBy Simon Peach, PA Chief Football Writer, CologneEngland progressed to the European Championship knockout phase as Group C winners, but fans again expressed their frustration after Gareth Southgate’s side were held to a 0-0 draw by stubborn Slovenia. The Euro 2020 runners-up have been widely criticised following an unconvincing start to a tournament they are among the favourites to win. England bossed possession against well-drilled Slovenia but were unable to turn their dominance into a morale-boosting victory as Tuesday’s clash in Cologne ended goalless and with more groans. Harry Kane failed to score for England (Martin Rickett/PA) Photo by Martin RickettEngland – who were already assured of progress after Monday’s results – have to wait another day to find out who awaits them in Gelsenkirchen, where they return after a pair of frustrating draws. Boos at the break were followed by more palpable anger at the final whistle after England fans had stuck with their team as they pushed in the second half.

Source: Irish Independent June 26, 2024 09:40 UTC