Ed Sheeran made a surprise visit to the England squad amidst a lively atmosphere in Munich where Dutch and Romanian enthusiasts dominated the scene.
As Euro 2024’s knockout phase nears its conclusion, the spotlight remains on the vibrant supporters from Romania and the Netherlands in Munich.
Later matchups feature Turkiye against Austria.
Meanwhile, the web buzzes with reactions to earlier contests, showcasing standout social media buzz.
Private Ed-ucation
Jude Bellingham’s stunning play kept England in the competition with a thriller against Slovakia Sunday.
His heroics secured a quarter-final berth against Switzerland, and the Three Lions enjoyed a private serenade by Ed Sheeran at their base.
Social media lit up with clips from Sheeran’s performance. Maybe that’s the jolt England’s game needed?
Oranje Takeover
German scenes were dominated by Dutch supporters who cheered exuberantly for their team against Romania in Munich.
The Dutch crowd turned the area into a vibrant sea of orange.
Unison in the Stands
The Dutch were not alone in their revelry.
Before kickoff, fans from both the Netherlands and Romania mingled joyously in the fan park, bonding over songs and dances.
Ronaldo’s Tears
High drama unfolded around Cristiano Ronaldo on Monday.
Despite missing a crucial penalty, his teammate Diogo Costa’s saves during the shootout kept Portugal afloat against Slovenia.
Ronaldo was visibly emotional, but ultimately, Portugal set up a quarter-final against France.
CR7’s Set-Piece Struggle
Ronaldo’s frustrations included free-kicks; he’s scored just one in 60 attempts at major tournaments.
An Opta Analyst shared a visual breakdown on X, comparing it unfavorably to Lionel Messi’s success.
Quite the sting for Ronaldo!
Bellingham’s Key Strike
Tuesday had Bellingham spotlight his critical goal versus Slovakia, crediting Marc Guehi for the assist.
He labeled it his career’s “most crucial” goal.
The spirit in England’s camp is high. But can they elevate their play?
Conservatism Under Fire
Gareth Southgate faced criticism for his cautious strategy.
Even KFC joined the fray, sharing a cheeky AI image on X of Southgate in safety gear, cooking up poultry.
Indeed, Southgate’s tactics have stirred the pot!
Memphis’ Updated Style
Memphis Depay sported a new black headband after initially wearing a white one, notching one goal thus far.
Will this fresh accessory turn his fortunes around?
