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UEFA perform another major U-turn over controversial rule for England vs Slovakia

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Updated 18:19 28 Jun 2024 GMT+1Published 18:20 28 Jun 2024 GMT+1

UEFA perform another major U-turn over controversial rule for England vs Slovakia

UEFA have reversed a rule ahead of England's clash with Slovakia

Marcus Banks

Marcus Banks

UEFA have reversed a controversial decision ahead of England's clash with Slovakia at Euro 2024.

England will return to Gelsenkirchen for their round of 16 clash and to the home of Schalke where they defeated Serbia on match day one.

Prior to the Serbia game, the security risk for the fixture was elevated from 'high' to 'very high' after reports emerged that 500 Serbian ultras could look to target Three Lions supporters.

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UEFA and German authorities put further measures in place to reduce the chance of an incident by banning full strength beer being served inside the stadium - the only fixture at the European Championship which was subjected to the change.

Ahead of the game against Slovakia, UEFA had decided the same restrictions would be in place, with 2.8 per cent pints being served instead of the usual 4.5 per cent beers according to the Daily Mail.

Gelsenkirchen's local council had reportedly voted in favour of serving full strength pints - noting how well England's fans have behaved during first group game - but UEFA and the police overruled their decision.

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However, after backlash from The Football Supporters' Association, a compromise has been reached with UEFA and it is understood that regular beer will now be served. Restrictions will be in place as to how many pints supporters can buy and fans will not be able to take beers to their seats unlike other matches.

Full strength beer is back on the menu for England vs Slovakia (Getty)
Full strength beer is back on the menu for England vs Slovakia (Getty)

After England's draw with Slovenia, Gareth Southgate was targeted by beer cups from disgruntled England supporters in the stands.

The Three Lions boss admitted some fans are creating an 'unusual environment' for the players.

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He said: "I understand it. I’m not going to back away from it.

"The most important thing is we stay with the team. I understand the narrative towards me.

"That’s better for the team than it being towards them but it is creating an unusual ­environment to operate in.

"I’ve not seen any other team qualify and receive similar."

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England face Slovakia on Sunday June 30 at 5pm GMT at Arena AufSchalke.

Featured Image Credit: Getty

Topics: England, Euro 2024, UEFA, Gareth Southgate

Marcus Banks
Marcus Banks

Marcus Banks is a social media editor for SPORTbible. He previously worked for publications such as the Liverpool Echo, Daily Mirror, Manchester Evening News and Dexerto. Specialises in football and MMA.

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