England seek chemistry as Denmark hunt revenge in Euro 2024 clash with an edge
The IndependentSign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Once Gareth Southgate felt his England team understood his instructions for Thursday’s match against Denmark, he then attempted to ensure they also knew what the game meant. That is something Southgate now insists on for every game, as “it’s an important part of psychologically preparing our team” for the “narrative” of any occasion, but it is more distinctive for this one. We’re in a good position, we know we want to play better.” open image in gallery Manchester City defenders John Stones and Kyle Walker during England training Kyle Walker meanwhile defended his City teammate. “Within 30 seconds Bowen produced a cross that, on another day, makes it 2-0 and there’s a different narrative around the whole performance.” England can rectify that on Thursday.