This week in football news, the focus is on Euro 2024 and the buzz surrounding the upcoming semi-finals which see Spain, France, England, and the Netherlands vying for a spot in the final. As England prepares to face the Netherlands, there's much talk about England's captain, Harry Kane, whose recent form has been under scrutiny. Despite this, England's manager Gareth Southgate has defended Kane, stating he has done a "super job" for the team, emphasizing the role Kane plays beyond just scoring goals.

The Euro 2024 semi-finals are eagerly anticipated, with discussions and predictions about which team might lift the trophy becoming a hot topic. Football experts and fans alike are analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of the remaining teams, trying to foresee which side has the best chance of winning. As part of the build-up, a look back at England's ten most memorable games since Euro '96 highlights the historical significance and the emotional rollercoaster the team has been through, setting the stage for their next challenge against the Netherlands.

In the players' camp, Jude Bellingham credited former footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselback for advice that helped him in England's penalty shootout victory against Switzerland, showcasing the individual moments of inspiration that have contributed to England's journey in the tournament. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Mary Earp praised teammate Jordan Pickford for his crucial penalty save during the same match, underscoring the collective effort and standout performances driving England forward.

Apart from Euro 2024, the football world is also buzzing with transfer news and player updates. Speculation includes Joao Palhinha moving closer to joining Bayern Munich and Manchester City showing interest in Newcastle United's Anthony Gordon. Additionally, USMNT star Christian Pulisic made headlines promising "better days" to fans after a disappointing Copa America exit, showing that the world of football is ever-evolving with stories of ambition and redemption.

In summary, as Euro 2024 progresses into its critical stages, the attention is squarely on the semi-finals, with England, Spain, France, and the Netherlands all in contention. The support and scrutiny surrounding players like Harry Kane, the tactical discussions, and the memorable performances highlight the high stakes and emotional intensity of international football. With the tournament climax drawing near, football fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting to see who will emerge victorious and claim the prestigious title.

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Premier League Full Table

1	Manchester City	38	62	91
2	Arsenal	38	62	89
3	Liverpool	38	45	82
4	Aston Villa	38	15	68
5	Tottenham	38	13	66
6	Chelsea	38	14	63
7	Newcastle	38	23	60
8	Manchester United	38	-1	60
9	West Ham	38	-14	52
10	Crystal Palace	38	-1	49
11	Brighton	38	-7	48
12	Everton	38	-11	48
13	Bournemouth	38	-13	48
14	Fulham	38	-6	47
15	Wolves	38	-15	46
16	Brentford	38	-9	39
17	Nottingham Forest	38	-18	36
18	Luton	38	-33	26
19	Burnley	38	-37	24
20	Sheffield Utd	38	-69	16

La Liga Full Table

1	Real Madrid	38	61	95
2	Barcelona	38	35	85
3	Girona	38	39	81
4	Atletico Madrid	38	27	76
5	Athletic Club	38	24	68
6	Real Sociedad	38	12	60
7	Real Betis	38	3	57
8	Villarreal	38	0	53
9	Valencia	38	-5	49
10	Alaves	38	-10	46
11	Osasuna	38	-11	45
12	Getafe	38	-12	43
13	Celta Vigo	38	-11	41
14	Sevilla	38	-6	41
15	Mallorca	38	-11	40
16	Las Palmas	38	-14	40
17	Rayo Vallecano	38	-19	38
18	Cadiz	38	-29	33
19	Almeria	38	-32	21
20	Granada CF	38	-41	21

Serie A Full Table

1	Inter	38	67	94
2	AC Milan	38	27	75
3	Juventus	38	23	71
4	Atalanta	38	30	69
5	Bologna	38	22	68
6	AS Roma	38	19	63
7	Lazio	38	10	61
8	Fiorentina	38	15	60
9	Torino	38	0	53
10	Napoli	38	7	53
11	Genoa	38	0	49
12	Monza	38	-12	45
13	Verona	38	-13	38
14	Lecce	38	-22	38
15	Udinese	38	-16	37
16	Cagliari	38	-26	36
17	Empoli	38	-25	36
18	Frosinone	38	-25	35
19	Sassuolo	38	-32	30
20	Salernitana	38	-49	17

Bundesliga Full Table

1	Bayer Leverkusen	34	65	90
2	VfB Stuttgart	34	39	73
3	Bayern Munich	34	49	72
4	RB Leipzig	34	38	65
5	Borussia Dortmund	34	25	63
6	Eintracht Frankfurt	34	1	47
7	1899 Hoffenheim	34	0	46
8	FC Heidenheim	34	-5	42
9	Werder Bremen	34	-6	42
10	SC Freiburg	34	-13	42
11	FC Augsburg	34	-10	39
12	VfL Wolfsburg	34	-15	37
13	FSV Mainz 05	34	-12	35
14	Borussia Monchengladbach	34	-11	34
15	Union Berlin	34	-25	33
16	Vfl Bochum	34	-32	33
17	1.FC Köln	34	-32	27
18	SV Darmstadt 98	34	-56	17