Free meatballs if Denmark make Euros final - chef

Erik Pedersen said his restaurant would serve free meatballs if Denmark make the final of Euro 2024

A restaurant owner has promised to serve free meatballs if Denmark make it to the final of Euro 2024.

Erik Pederson, who runs The Viking Chefs in Bridgnorth, Shropshire, said people would be able to eat the Danish delicacy for free before the final on 14 July if the team get that far.

The owner and head chef said he it would help to get everyone set up for a “cracking final”, which he is hoping will end with Denmark’s victory.

Asked if he was feeling confident, he said: “I’m probably hoping more than thinking it’s a safe bet but it’s a bet that’s worth taking.

“If Denmark get to the final, it will all be worth it.”

Mr Pedersen moved to Bridgnorth from Denmark in 1992, having witnessed his nation emerge victorious in the Euros that year with a 2-0 win over Germany.

Mr Pedersen runs The Viking Chefs restaurant in Bridgnorth

He said he was in the southern part of Germany at the time of the competition and that the tournament has held a special place in his heart ever since.

“If it could at all be possible to do it again, it would be fantastic. Therefore, I do believe that Denmark can go all the way,” he said.

Denmark were held to a 1-1 draw against Slovenia during their first game of Euro 2024 on Sunday.

They take on England on Thursday, with the match kicking off at 17:00 BST.