Tag Archives: Euro 2024

Arise Sir Gareth! Southgate heads 2025 New Year’s Honours

Former Crystal Palace captain receives a knighthood after eight years of reviving the fortunes of the England football team, while snide Tory MP Chris Philp earns himself a gong for hypocrisy Gareth Southgate, who arrived at Selhurst Park as a … Continue reading

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Southgate stands down: ‘Thank you England – for everything’

Inevitably, perhaps, it all ended in tears. Tears at the final whistle. Tears on the flight home from Berlin. And some tears, no doubt, this morning as Gareth Southgate ended his eight years in charge of the England men’s football … Continue reading

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From Selhurst to Berlin: Southgate on brink of true greatness

His record as England manager speaks for itself. After more than 100 games in charge of the national men’s senior side, Gareth Southgate has achieved more than all his predecessors bar one. And if his England team manages to win … Continue reading

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Watch out! Those Taylor Swift online tickets could be a scam

Trading standards has issued a warning to residents about online ticket scams for Euro 24, the Paris Olympics and stadium concerts, like this weekend’s Taylor Swift gigs at Wembley, and music festivals like Glastonbury. “Fraudulent tickets are often sold on … Continue reading

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