Monday, 5th June
England were sent on a Royal Marine training camp by manager Gareth Southgate to prepare for their next game against Scotland. The squad had their phones confiscated to try to get the team bonding. The activities – including going on a four-mile hike with 21kg on their backs – were exercises designed for Marine recruits.
Saturday, 10th June
England were hoping to continue their unbeaten status against Scotland, and only just managed to. Oxlade-Chamberlain scored first as a substitute before Lee Griffiths equalised with a stunning free kick. Unbelievably, he scored again a few minutes later from exactly the same spot, and Scotland looked to be on their way to victory until Kane brought the scoreline level in emphatic style.
Sunday, 11th June
England’s youngsters provided positivity for the future as they won the U20’s World Cup. They faced Venezuela in the final and won thanks to Everton’s Calvert-Lewin’s goal.
Tuesday, 13th June
England were beaten in an entertaining friendly fixture against France. Kane provided both of England’s goals to make his England tally three goals in two games. But France dominated despite having Varane sent off and managed to score three times past England’s leaky defence.
Thursday, 15th June
Jordan Pickford became England’s most expensive keeper in history after completing a £25m move to Everton from Sunderland. This move comes after a successful season, and also increases his chances of being selected by the national team.