Three England players left out of squad for Euro 2020 final by Gareth Southgate

England are still reeling from their defeat to Italy in the Euro 2020 final, Gareth Southgate’s attention is already turning to future tournaments.The Three Lions boss will have a mouth-watering selection of players for some years to come, with his squad one of the youngest at this summer’s tournament.But players are also coming through academies who are drawing the eye and being marked out as future England stars, particularly for the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico.Several stars currently in Southgate’s squad will also feature at the tournament, and here Daily Star Sport look at the up-and-coming players who could be called up.Though Jordan Pickford has become Southgate’s number one goalkeeper, Dean Henderson should be at his

Arsenal are said to have finally agreed a deal with Brighton for Ben White as Mikel Arteta strengthens his defensive options ahead of the new Premier League season.Arteta had been desperate to see additions to his playing squad this summer after missing out on European qualification last season - and White is set to become the most expensive defender in club history.The 23-year-old has progressed impressively since helping Leeds to promotion from the Championship back in 2019/20, playing a key role under Graham Potter at the Amex last time out.That form caught the eye of England boss Gareth Southgate, who added White to his Euro 2020 squad, where he remained an unused sub thanks to the form of Harry Maguire, John Stones and Kyle Walker.The

Arsenal's starlet, Bukayo Saka, stepping up for the fifth penalty in the Euro 2020 penalty shoot-out raised questions as to why a 19-year-old was taking the crucial spot-kick.And now footage has emerged of England boss Gareth Southgate approaching Saka - as well as Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho - asking them to take a pen ahead of the shoot-out.All three missed their penalty kicks as football didn't quite come home this summer, instead, taking a break in Rome.However, as Southgate approached the trio they all agreed without hesitation to take a spot kick - the biggest of their young careers.The video shows Southgate first approaching, soon-to-be Manchester United winger Sancho, who is quick to nod his head in acceptance.Rashford is next,

Gareth Southgate should trust his players more. But leopards don’t change their spots so expect more of the same at the World Cup.

Euro 2020 final was a gut-wrenching experience for fans and players alike.England’s heroes took fans through every emotion imaginable as they disappointed against Scotland, triumphed over Germany and dispatched Ukraine on their way to ending a 55-year tournament final drought.Gareth Southgate’s side were eventually denied by the gigantic Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal and an equaliser from A-grade troll Leonardo Bonucci before that which led to Italy taking home the trophy.But it turns out that winning wasn’t enough as a savage picture has emerged featuring the Italian defender's s***housery on social media.A selfie has circulated in which Bonucci and a journalist are seen grinning with joy as they posed for a picture during Italy's on-pitch

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Manchester United this summer, a deal the defender is rumoured to want after just two seasons at Atletico Madrid.

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Don't wait around for updates - sign up for our daily football email newsletter today!Jordan Pickford’s wife Megan Davison held the Everton goalkeeper a homecoming party to remember after his heroics brought England within inches of winning Euro 2020.The 27-year-old shot stopper was one of the players of the tournament for the Three Lions, keeping five clean sheets on their journey to the final.In total, Pickford conceded just two goals, both of which were from set pieces, as well as saving two penalties in that fateful shootout against Italy.Gareth Southgate's no.

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Jadon Sancho has spoken out on the horrendous racial abuse he, Marcus Rashford and Bukayo Saka suffered off the back of the Euro 2020 final.All three tragically missed penalties for England in the dramatic shootout at Wembley on Sunday night.

ITV has been hit with a whole hoard of Ofcom complaints due to Gary Neville's comments on the England v Denmark game.The football commentator said that he believes Boris Johnson could learn a lesson or two in leadership skills from England manager Gareth Southgate.The ITV pundit said: “The standard of leaders in this country the past couple of years has been poor, looking at that man (Southgate), he’s everything a leader should be, respectful, humble, he tells the truth."He added: “We’ve never done this before in our lifetimes. These lads have to focus but we don’t have to.

Harry Maguire was treated to a huge welcome home party as he returned from Euro 2020 duty.The defender suffered heartbreak as Gareth Southgate’s side fell just short of winning the tournament, having lost out to Italy in the final after a devastating penalty shootout.But the Manchester United captain helped make history, with England reaching the final of a major tournament for the first time since Bobby Moore lifted the World Cup in 1966.And Maguire, 28, was treated like a true champion as he re-joined his family after seven weeks away at the England camp with his teammates.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to

Harry Maguire has commended the bravery shown by the three players who missed penalties in England's Euro 2020 final defeat, claiming he wouldn't have been able to do the same at their age.Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka were unable to convert from 12 yards for Gareth Southgate's side, ensuring Italy were crowned champions of Europe.The penalty takers selected by the England boss divided opinion among supporters, with many of the view that more experienced players such as Jack Grealish or Raheem Sterling should have been nominated.But Maguire has heaped praise on Rashford, Sancho and Saka despite their misses, explaining that he would have struggled to step up and take responsibility at their age.The Manchester United

GB News star Guto Harri wanted to show his support to the England footballers who were targeted by racists online.Taking a stand, he lunged from his seat and took to the knee while declaring that he "now gets" the purpose of making the gesture at the start of every football match.There has been much debate about taking to the knee in recent times - however, following England's defeat against Italy in the Euro 2020 final on Sunday, it has never been more relevant.Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka were all appointed by England manager Gareth Southgate to take penalties for their country in the intense final.Unfortunately, the Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was on fine form and managed to do his job of keeping the ball out

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«Three lads who were brilliant all summer had the courage to step up & take a pen when the stakes were high. They deserve support & backing not the vile racist abuse they've had since last night.

Boris Johnson has reportedly shelved plans to host a reception for the England team at Downing Street this week after Euro 2020 came to a close.Gareth Southgate’s side broke records and gripped the nation as they battered old foes Germany and made their way to the final at Wembley Stadium, before losing in tear-jerking fashion to Italy on penalties.The Prime Minister had been vocal about his support for the team in the weeks leading up to the final as England dispatched every opponent they faced, barring Scotland.But Johnson is now reportedly calling off the reception, with his attention turning instead to the ‘levelling up’ speech in the next few days.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the