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Scotland’s return to the international big time ended in bitter frustration as Steve Clarke’s team were put to the sword by Czech Republic.
Two goals from striker Patrik Schick – one an extraordinary lob from the halfway line – leaves the Scots bottom of Group D.
Now they will travel to Wembley on Friday knowing they must get something against England to stand any real chance of progressing to the knock-out stages for the first time in their history.
Meanwhile Spain were held to a 0-0 draw against Sweden, as Slovakia edged out Poland to win 2-1.
In other news, Harry Maguire has stepped up his training for England – but is still likely to miss the Scotland clash.
The Manchester United captain is recovering from an ankle ligament injury, but was put through his paces today by Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate.
Also in the group was Jordan Henderson, as doubts persist over his fitness for the European Championships.
And finally, Wembley Stadium will still be packed out with 45,000 fans for FOUR Euros games despite the delay to ‘Freedom day.’
The national ground will be at 50 per cent capacity for one of the ‘last 16’ games due to be played there, both semi-finals and the Championship’s showpiece final.
If England win their group, it would mean 45,000 Three Lions supporters could be cheering on the team on June 29th.
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