Prime Minister Assures England of Support Ahead of Final
The Prime Minister of England, Sir Keir Starmer, made the statement “we are all behind you” to the England national squad in the days leading up to the last match of the Euro 2024 tournament, which will take place in Germany on Sunday.
He urged them to take pride in the achievements they had achieved up to that point. “May the millions of people back home who are cheering you on find some strength in every ball you kick.”
At the Olympiastadion in Berlin, England will attempt to win the European Championship for the very first time. Thousands of fans, including Sir Keir, will be present to watch the match.
Their second straight final appearance is slated for this match, which begins at 00:00 British Summer Time.
“You don’t need a running commentary from a politician on what you should or shouldn’t do,” Sir Keir said.
“You’re here not because of luck, but because of your graft and hard work. You’ve earned it. As you did three years ago, you’ve made the country proud.
“Whatever happens, you should know that you have united the country, and we are all behind you.
“So enjoy tonight. I know that up and down the country, we all will.”
The Prince of Wales, who serves as president of the Football Association, will also attend the match.
“We are so proud of you all,” he posted on social media. “Just one last push to finish the job! Go out there and show the world what you’re made of. We believe.”
The prince was in Germany for England’s group stage match against Denmark and the quarter-final victory over Switzerland.
He took his eldest son, Prince George, to the final of the last Euros at Wembley, which England lost to Italy on penalties.
A year later he attended the Lionesses win against Germany in the Women’s Euro 2022 and awarded the players their medals.
The team also received words of encouragement from Conservative leader and former prime minister Rishi Sunak.
“We are right behind you tonight and, whatever the result, I know you’ll do us all proud. Bring it home,” he said.
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