Updated On: 24 June, 2021 08:09 AM IST | London | AFP
England boss Southgate fires warning to rivals after Sterling header helps Three Lions sink Czech 1-0; team seal knockout spot after topping group

England’s Raheem Sterling celebrates his goal against Czech Republic on Tuesday. Pic/AFP
England clinched first place in Euro Group D with a 1-0 win against the Czech Republic. Already assured of playing in the Last 16, England made certain that the knockout tie will be played in front of their own fans at Wembley thanks to Raheem Sterling’s first-half winner against the Czechs.
England will face the second-placed team in Group F on June 29, with France, Germany, Portugal or Hungary all potential opponents. At Wembley, the Czechs also knew they were sure to advance before kick-off, but their first defeat of the tournament left them in third place. Their next opponent will be decided when the final two groups conclude on Wednesday.