Following a lacklustre performance in their crucial match against Slovenia, which finished 0-0, England sleepwalked into the Euro 2024 knockout stages.

The Three Lions delivered yet another dismal effort at Cologne Stadium in Germany, and fans have called tonight’s game “abysmal” and “boring.” One fan even appeared to nod off in the stands.

Saka scored but it was not recognized. (Photo: Reuters)

Slovenia passed the EURO group stage for the first time. (Photo: Reuters)

England’s performance against Slovenia ended in a draw, which was much worse than their lacklustre showings against Serbia and Denmark. Though coach Gareth Southgate thrilled the British media by starting young players like Kobbie Mainoo and Cole Palmer on the bench, the Three Lions stars displayed a lack of creativity.

The moment in the 20th minute when Bukayo Saka scored a goal for Slovenia was the biggest highlight of England’s performance in this game. But because Phil Foden was offside when he crossed for his teammate to finish, the goal was not given credit.

Despite the setback, England won Group C with five points thanks to the 0-0 tie. Slovenia, one of the third-placed teams with the best record, made it to the EURO group stage for the first time and will face off against other teams in the round of 16.

England’s Bukayo Saka reacts after his goal was disallowed during England’s match against Slovenia

England’s Bukayo Saka celebrates what he believes to be the opening goal before it is disallowed for offside.

Match schedule for EURO 2024 and today’s live broadcast June 25, The matchups in the last group stage round of the world’s top competition this summer will keep things fascinating. C and D are the groups that finish on June 25 (German time).

To earn back the confidence of supporters, England must defeat Slovenia with a resounding victory. (Image: Reuters).

England against Slovenia and Denmark vs Serbia are the two matches in Group C, which kicks off at 2 a.m. on June 26. Since all four clubs still have the chance to play, things might still go extremely wrong for the group. Regarding England, manager Gareth Southgate’s squad needs just a single draw to advance as group winners to the round of 16.

The Three Lions have not lived up to the names in the squad throughout the last two games played by the England team. They appear lifeless and unworthy of their status. Coach Southgate and his players would consider themselves unlucky not to have won all three points after only narrowly defeating Serbia and disappointingly drawing with Denmark.

Though the Three Lions have not wowed in their opening two games, theoretically, England should have no problem defeating a Slovenian team that has only made temporary impressions.

But when it comes to head-to-head records, the Three Lions are unbeatable over their rivals. In particular, the England squad has won five of the past six encounters and drawn one. They have scored ten goals and allowed just four goals against. So, in order to restore their honour, the Three Lions must defeat Slovenia tonight—preferably with a resounding victory.

Slovenia was considered the weakest team in the first group, but they caused a big surprise by drawing both matches. After an excellent draw with Denmark in the first match, this team unfortunately lost the victory to Serbia thanks to Luka Jovic’s equalizer in the 5th minute of injury time. With 2 points, Slovenia knows that only victory can guarantee them a ticket to the next round, so Oblak and his teammates will definitely try their best.

Slovenian players need 3 points against England to qualify for the next round. (Photo: Reuters).

Regarding the strength of the two teams in this match, the ability of Luke Shaw to play on the England side is still uncertain even though the defender under the MU payroll has returned to training. For Slovenia, coach Matjaz Kek is a bit worried about the fitness of star striker Benjamin Sesko – who was unable to complete the full 90 matches against Serbia due to cramps.

The England vs Slovenia match takes place at 2am on June 26, Vietnam time. VOV.VN will report live, inviting interested readers to follow.

 

Jude Bellingham during the Euro 2024 Group C match between England and Slovenia

England’s Bukayo Saka reacts after scoring a goal as it is disallowed following an offside decision

Jan Mlakar of Slovenia, Bukayo Saka of England, and Erik Janza of Slovenia in action during tonight’s clash between England and Slovenia

England’s goalkeeper Jordan Pickford during England’s crucial clash against Slovenia at Cologne Stadium in Germany

Gareth Southgate talks with Kobbie Mainoo of England during tonight’s match against Slovenia

England captain Harry Kane during tonight’s crucial clash between England and Slovenia at Cologne Stadium

England’s Harry Kane with the ball as the Three Lions play against Slovenia at Cologne Stadium in Germany

Slovenia’s Petar Stojanovic in action with England’s Phil Foden at this evening’s match in Germany

Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford during England’s match against Slovenia in Cologne, Germany

 

Jude Bellingham during the Group C match between England and Slovenia at Euro 2024