Summary

  1. Going through the gearspublished at 11:53 British Summer Time 9 July

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    England

    Now in pairs, each player has a compression band being held around their waists by a team-mate as they do stretches with it on.

    The camera then pans to Gareth Southgate and Steve Holland. Southgate opts for no cap and shorts, Holland with a cap and long tracksuit bottoms, an interesting choice in what looks to be a hot lunchtime in Blankenhein.

    England's Jude Bellingham during trainingImage source, Reuters
  2. Good mood in camppublished at 11:52 British Summer Time 9 July

    Alex Howell
    BBC football news reporter at the England camp

    The team seem relaxed as they go through their warm-up. Lots of chatting and laughing as they got ready for the session.

    N/AImage source, BBC Sport
  3. 'Walks'published at 11:51 British Summer Time 9 July

    Netherlands v England (Wed, 20:00 BST)

    England

    Hardly a surprising nickname, as each player's name is read out before the group is split up into running groups for this warm-up.

    There is one though - Kyle Walker is referred to as "Walks".

    Not quite up there for originality. I mean it's no One Size - my personal favourite footballing nickname, which was given to former Crystal Palace, Wigan and QPR defender Fitz Hall.

  4. Kane appreciates finishpublished at 11:46 British Summer Time 9 July

    Alex Howell
    BBC football news reporter at the England camp

    Goalkeeper Tom Heaton, who joined the squad as a training player, just smashed a ball into the top corner past Jordan Pickford.

    As the shot flew into the top corner Harry Kane shouted "finish Heats". The England captain appreciates a good strike.

    Harry KaneImage source, Getty Images
  5. Outfield players arrivepublished at 11:46 British Summer Time 9 July

    Netherlands v England (Wed, 20:00 BST)

    England

    The outfield players were led out on to the pitch by captain Harry Kane.

    With all 26 players at his disposal, manager Gareth Southgate will welcome having a full squad of players to choose from this deep into the Euros.

    England's Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, Ivan Toney and teammates during trainingImage source, Reuters
  6. No tactical giveawayspublished at 11:45 British Summer Time 9 July

    Alex Howell
    BBC football news reporter at the England camp

    Ahead of the Switzerland game we picked up that there may be some tactical tweaks because of the way the session was set up.

    Today, there aren’t any clues and assistant manager Steve Holland is shielding his folder so there can’t be a picture taken of it.

    Gareth Southgate hasn’t made many changes this tournament but you can feel there’s a big game around the corner today.

  7. Watch out!published at 11:41 British Summer Time 9 July

    Netherlands v England (Wed, 20:00 BST)

    England

    A member of England's backroom team was working on tightening the net that the goalkeepers are working in front of.

    As one shot beat Aaron Ramsdale, it caught the staff member off guard and he jokingly flinched as the shot rippled the net.

  8. Full squad to pick from for Southgatepublished at 11:38 British Summer Time 9 July

    Alex Howell
    BBC football news reporter at the England camp

    All 26 of the England players will be out for training. That means Gareth Southgate has a full squad to pick from.

    Luke Shaw said yesterday he is fit to start and Marc Guehi returns from suspension.

    Luke ShawImage source, Getty Images
  9. Heaton's rolepublished at 11:38 British Summer Time 9 July

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    England

    Tom Heaton is with the goalkeepers, having travelled as a training goalkeeper. We've not seen him stop any shots yet, but instead, he is helping with practice shots at England's three goalkeepers.

    Tom Heaton and Dean HendersonImage source, Reuters
  10. Pickford put through his pacespublished at 11:36 British Summer Time 9 July

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    England's Jordan Pickford during trainingImage source, Reuters

    Can England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford extend his record of 11 clean sheets at major tournaments in Wednesday's Euro 2024 semi-final against the Netherlands?

  11. get involved

    Get Involvedpublished at 11:31 British Summer Time 9 July

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    Time for Bellingham to replace Kane as England's focal point of attack, allowing us to get Palmer into the side. Kane as a sub in extra time or if England go behind would be very interesting...

    Anon

  12. Covering all the anglespublished at 11:24 British Summer Time 9 July

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    England

    England's goalkeepers are currently going through their paces with a range of shots from different angles being fired at them.

    Jordan Pickford, Aaron Ramsdale and Dean Henderson are all showing off their skills.

  13. England's last session at base before semi-finalpublished at 11:22 British Summer Time 9 July

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    Alex Howell
    BBC football news reporter at the England camp

    As has become the routine over the last few weeks, the England goalkeepers are out 15 minutes earlier than the rest of the squad.

    It is always striking just how much they talk to each other and how much thought goes into each movement before making a save.

    N/AImage source, BBC Sport
  14. Watch: England trainingpublished at 11:21 British Summer Time 9 July

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    England

    Right, from one national team to another.

    Time for England training.

    Click the play icon at the top of this page to watch today's open session.

  15. Henry, Buckingham & Sagnol among names FAW consideredpublished at 11:15 British Summer Time 9 July

    Wales

    Thierry HenryImage source, Getty Images

    BBC Wales Sport understands Arsenal legend Thierry Henry, Georgia boss Willy Sagnol and surprise contender Oxford United boss Des Buckingham were all spoken to about the post, but Craig Bellamy was the Football Association of Wales (FAW's) first choice as their new head coach.

    Bellamy narrowly missed out to Ryan Giggs for the job in 2018 and is said to have impressed during discussions.

    The 44-year-old former Norwich and Newcastle forward will now get the chance to lead the side in qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

  16. I wish him best of luck - Burnley chairman on Bellamy departurepublished at 11:10 British Summer Time 9 July

    Rob Phillips
    Football correspondent on BBC Radio Wales

    Craig Bellamy, 44, takes up the role as Wales boss having left Burnley, where he had been acting head coach before Scott Parker’s appointment last week.

    Parker was keen to work with the Welshman, but Burnley chairman Alan Pace said Bellamy leaves with the blessings of everyone at the club.

    “I want to thank Craig for all his hard work during his time at Burnley and wish him the best for his new position as Wales manager," said Pace.

    “Craig has been a very important part of our wonderful journey the last two years. I’ve admired his leadership, knowledge and passion.

    “I am certain that he will continue to find success in his new role, and I wish him the very best of luck.”

    Read more on this developing story here.

  17. How it ended under Pagepublished at 11:07 British Summer Time 9 July

    Wales

    Wales parted company with Robert Page last month, just a few months after Wales had failed to qualify for Euro 2024.

    Under Page, Wales did get to the knockout rounds of Euro 2020 and qualified for the 2022 World Cup, their first appearance at the tournament since 1958, although they failed to advance out of the groups.

    Wales' final two friendlies under Page last month were a 0-0 draw under Gibraltar and a 4-0 defeat to Slovakia.

    Robert PageImage source, Getty Images
  18. 'Craig was identified as the standout candidate'published at 10:59 British Summer Time 9 July

    Wales

    Dr David Adams, Wales' chief football officer, said that the Football Association of Wales had gone through a "thorough recruitment process" before choosing Craig Bellamy as Rob Page's successor to lead the national team:

    “I am absolutely delighted to announce Craig as our new head coach," he told the FAW website, external.

    "We undertook a thorough recruitment process for the new men’s national team head coach and Craig was identified as the standout candidate.

    “We are all looking forward to the Nations League games and working with Craig to deliver success for Welsh football.”

  19. Bellamy's first fixturespublished at 10:52 British Summer Time 9 July

    Wales

    Wales get life in the Craig Bellamy era under way in September when they start their 2024-25 Nations League campaign.

    They are in Group B4 alongside Turkey, Montenegro and Iceland.

    Bellamy's first game is at home to Turkey on 6 September before heading to Montenegro three days later.

    Bellamy's first fixtures as Wales manager:

    • 6 September - Wales v Turkey
    • 9 September - Montenegro v Wales
    • 11 October - Iceland v Wales
    • 14 October - Wales v Montenegro
    • 16 November - Turkey v Wales
    • 19 November - Wales v Iceland
    Craig BellamyImage source, Getty Images
  20. My ultimate dream - Bellamypublished at 10:45 British Summer Time 9 July

    Craig BellamyImage source, Getty Images

    Craig Bellamy said it was "always my ultimate dream" to be named Wales manager after the Football Association of Wales [FAW] announced his appointment on a four-year contract, until 2028:

    “It’s an incredible honour for me to be given the opportunity to lead my country and it’s the proudest moment of my career," the 44-year-old former Norwich and Newcastle forward told the FAW website, external.

    "It was always my ultimate dream to become the Cymru head coach and I am ready for the challenge.

    “I will give my full commitment to develop this team and I am passionate to bring continued success into Welsh football.

    "I can’t wait to get started with our Nations League games in September.”