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The Match
Match Report
England Under-21s begin their Euro 2015 campaign with a defeat after losing 1-0 against Portugal Under-21s in their opening Group B clash in Uherske Hradiste.
Live Commentary
Relive Sports Mole's live text commentary of the European Under-21 Championship match between England and Portugal.
HT Report
It is goalless at the break between England Under-21s and Portugal Under-21s in their Euro 2015 Group B clash in Uherske Hradiste.
Team News
Gareth Southgate chooses Jesse Lingard to replace the injured Saido Berahino in his England Under-21s starting lineup for their opening match at U21 Euro 2015.
Build-up
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Saido Berahino out of U21 Euros, replaced by Benik Afobe
Saido Berahino is ruled out of the U21 European Championship with a knee injury and replaced in the squad by Benik Afobe.Jun 18, 11:08
England striker Saido Berahino doubtful for U21 Euro 2015 opener
England Under-21s striker Saido Berahino is a major doubt for this evening's opening U21 Euro 2015 match against Portugal, having picked up an injury in training.Jun 18, 09:28
Jack Butland hails team spirit in England Under-21 squad
Jack Butland claims that confidence is high in the England Under-21 squad ahead of their European Championship opener against Portugal.Jun 18, 03:18
John Stones doubtful for Portugal clash with concussion
England Under-21s defender John Stones is being assessed by the squad's medical team after suffering a possible concussion in training on Tuesday.Jun 17, 13:47
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