Bukayo Saka went from āhero to zeroā for England after taking a hilarious fall during a golf day put on for Gareth Southgateās squad in Germany.
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WHAT HAPPENED?
The Arsenal winger was one of those toĀ successfully convert his penalty in a thrilling shootoutĀ with Switzerland at Euro 2024. Saka ā who failed from the spot in the final of Euro 2020 ā earnedĀ international redemption when helping to fire the Three LionsĀ into another semi-final.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
With Southgate eager to keep the mood in his camp light, whileĀ easing the pressure that continues to be lumped onto collective shoulders, players have been given a chance to indulge in some alternative sporting activities.
DID YOU KNOW?
Many of those in the England foldĀ fancy themselves on the fairways, meaning that golf was always going to provide a popular distraction. Saka initially showed that he is as competent hitting a ball with a club as he is his left foot, but then took an embarrassing tumble which turned applause into fits of laughter.
WHAT NEXT FOR ENGLAND?
Sakaās pride was the only thing that took a hit when falling face first onto the floor, withĀ no untimely injuries being suffered by Englandās star turns. They will be back in action on Wednesday when facing the Netherlands at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund.