The biggest threat to England's chances of becoming European Champions is exhaustion. Of course, wonderkid Lamine Yamal has the raw talent that could light up the final and burn England's hopes. Yes, Dani Olmo, who is leading the chase alongside Harry Kane for the Golden Boot, could kick England out.
It is true that Pedri is back from suspension and Alvaro Morata has been passed fit, meaning coach Luis de la Fuente's squad has a clean bill of health, as well as a filthy amount of talent. But above and beyond all of that threat from the opposition, England have a bigger problem that lies within: the spectre of tiredness, which is haunting so many key players. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player England's medical staff and physios have worked tirelessly on the aching limbs and exhausted muscles, almost from the moment of the final whistle in the semi-final in Dortmund.
Trending Over the past two days, the players have been constantly in and out of their specially-hired, minus 160 Celsius cryo-chamber, which has been stationed at their luxury hotel base throughout the tournament. It has been used more than ever in the knockout stages. The players have been under strict instructions to rest as much as possible, despite all the other sports and recreation opportunities they have enjoyed over the 33 days they have called Blankenhain home.
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