England suffers shock defeat against Iceland on eve of Euro 2024

England 's Euro 2024 preparations took a hit on the eve of the tournament as the Three Lions slumped to a 1-0 loss against Iceland at Wembley."We had no width, there was no punch of directness or aggression or physicality in the play. It was really quite dismal," former England defender Matthew Upson said on BBC Radio commentary.

"I think we've got to be better without the ball. I think that there were a lot of reasons for that and across the two games we probably haven't had our full side out across any two games."I've been involved in a lot of last matches leading into a tournament. Inevitably players have one eye on what's coming in terms of early challenges.Former England players Wayne Rooney and Joe Cole were also more positive, saying England needed to look at the bigger picture.

"I know there were a few boos after the game, this team is used to giving us performances and wins," added Cole."It's disappointing but you have to give the players a bit of leeway. They'll be ready. This team has shown that in previous tournaments, so we have to trust them and believe in them."Þorsteinsson scored in the 12th minute, finishing off a sharp break with a low shot through John Stones's legs to beat goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale at his near post.

Captain Harry Kane missed a golden chance in the 28th minute when he shinned Cole Palmer's cross over from six yards out.

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