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Bayern Munich centre-back Jerome Boateng has defended Timo Werner, who struggled to find form for Chelsea in his debut season in England.

"At the Euros, we will see another Timo Werner, a hungry Timo. A Timo with more arrogance, because he has just won the Champions League. It carries you. He will show who he really is."

Bettingexpert data analysing all 622 players has revealed that England’s top division has the most representatives at this summer’s tournament

Data from bettingexpert.com has revealed that the Premier League is the most represented division at this summer’s Euros. A total of 119 players from England’s top flight will represent their respective countries at the tournament. The Bundesliga follows with 90 players involved, while Serie A and La Liga have 70 and 41 players respectively.

Champions League finalists Chelsea and Manchester City (16) boast the most players at the competition of any clubs, just ahead of Bundesliga winners Bayern Munich (14). Then come Juventus and Europa League runners-up Manchester United, with 12 players selected.

A bettingexpert.com spokesperson said: “The high numbers of Premier League players selected further proves the strength of the division. In a year with an all-English Champions League final, it’s clear which league currently boasts the most talent.

“Whether or not that will translate to success for England at the Euros remains to be seen.”

Top leagues

Premier League - 119 players

Bundesliga - 90 players

Serie A - 70 players

La Liga - 41 players

Ligue 1 - 22 players

Eredivisie - 14 players

SPFL - 13 players

Top clubs

Chelsea - 16 players

Manchester City - 16 players

Bayern Munich - 14 players

Juventus - 12 players

Manchester United - 12 players

Dynamo Kyiv - 12 players

Borussia Dortmund - 10 players

Borussia Monchengladbach - 10 players

Liverpool - 9 players

Internazionale - 9 players

Versatile Leeds player Ezgjan Alioski said that while North Macedonia have an icon in Goran Pandev, the team relies on their strong relationship.

“Goran Pandev is a legend, but we also have other important players who have established themselves in the biggest leagues in the world.” Alioski said.

“In addition, we have been the same team for over five or six years. That has made us stronger."

Is there unrest in the French squad?

Kylian Mbappe did not take too kindly to some comments made by Olivier Giroud, who came off the bench to score two late goals in France’s 3-0 friendly win against Bulgaria, but responded bluntly in a post-match interview

“You say that I was quiet, but it’s because sometimes I ask for the ball and it doesn’t reach me,” Giroud said.

“Then, I try to make as many calls as possible to my teammates and try to provide solutions in the box.”

According to L’Equipe, Mbappe felt singled out by Giroud‘s comments, particularly as the 34-year-old highlighted the assists provided by Benjamin Pavard and Wissam Ben Yedder.

“With two good assists from Ben Yedder and Pavard, I was able to finish the game well, but we could have scored more goals if we had been more efficient,” Giroud added.

Reports in France state that the 22-year-old was not satisfied with Giroud’s apology and told boss Didier Deschamps that he wanted to give a press conference on Thursday to give his side of the story.

However, Deschamps dissuaded Mbappe, calmed him down and told him to focus on France‘s Euro 2020 opener against Germany on Tuesday.

It’s not really a major tournament without some French drama, right?

Alessandro Florenzi and Federico Bernardeschi outlined the horrible experiences they encountered with social media.

“I remember receiving a message, I clicked on it, and it said ‘I hope you die.’ I looked at the account and it was a kid, he was 10 years old, at most 13, honestly,” said PSG full-back Florenzi, who is on loan from Roma.

“I couldn’t believe it. Why would a child wish death upon me? I hope he feels better now having said that, but he ruined my day, frankly. I got others that were similar, saying they wished I would break a leg or end up in a wheelchair.

“I hope they now know that it won’t make a difference. I am centred. I will not budge.”

Juventus player Bernardeschi is often targeted for insults on social media, but he says the real world is very different.

“There was this guy who was always at the training ground, a fan, asking for autographs. Every time he spoke to me, he’d give me lots of compliments,” explained Bernardeschi.

“One day, I recognised his photograph from a social media account and he was aiming all sorts of negative things at me. That shows you it’s a parallel world, because sitting behind a keyboard gives you this bravery that when you are eye to eye, it disappears.”

It’s looking increasingly unlikely that Kevin de Bruyne will feature in Belgium’s tournament opener against Russia on Saturday, as he took no part in today’s training session.

Leeds United’s Kalvin Phillips has defended Jordan Henderson’s inclusion in England’s Euro 2020 squad. The 25-year-old believes his leadership presence and experience is an important addition to the team.

“Whether he’s fit or not, I love having him here,” Phillips said. “I love speaking to him and having him around - it makes it more comfortable for players like me.

“I just think he’s a good person to have around, especially for the young lads that are here. There’s a lot of young lads, here for their first tournament as well and it’s good to have somebody who can share their experiences with you.”

Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan, who starred for Pep Guardiola’s team this season, has spoken to the media as Germany prepare for the European Championships.

"There’s a lot of excitement ahead of a big tournament and such crucial games. We can’t wait. The conditions here are amazing. We’re delighted to be here and be able to prepare for the tournament as best as we possibly can.

“I think our recent friendly was a good starting point. Now it’s about taking that momentum into the game against France."

Oliver Bierhoff, the German FA Director, commented on the fitness of on Leon Goretzka and said the Bayern Munich midfielder is out of Germany’s opening game with France.

“He is ready to train with the team. He is out of the question for the first game, but he is an incredibly important player and I am convinced that he will still play an important role for us."

When asked about the match with France, Bierhoff said he expects a tight battle.

“I think it will be a real tactical battle. We’ve always had closely fought and intriguing encounters with France, and I expect no different in our opener.

“The days leading up to the first game always feel special. From today, it’s about building up that focus and tension so that we’re at full throttle for the opener against France.”