Slovenia players celebrate after the 0-0 draw with England ensured they sealed their last-16 spotSlovenia managed to get around a newly implemented UEFA regulation during their drab draw with England on Tuesday. Progressing to the Euro 2024 knockout phases, both sides played out an uninspiring 0-0 draw in Cologne, with Slovenia producing a solid defensive display while England were bereft of answers to crack their opponents' resistance. Jaka Bijol, identified by Slovenia coach Matjaz Kek before Euro 2024, is fulfilling this role instead. But this is Euro 2024, where only the best in Europe will remain in the game." We are doing this not for the referees or the UEFA Referees Committee, but for football, the image of the game and the next generation.

Source: Express June 26, 2024 13:56 UTC