Euro 2016 draw in full: England to play Wales in group stages

In qualifying, Germany wasn’t flawless, failing to beat Ireland in two matches – losing away and drawing at home – and losing to Poland for the first time ever.

However, he was relieved to avoid Italy of all possible opponents in pot two, with the Azzurri being drawn alongside Martin O’Neill’s Republic instead.

However, Sam Vokes is relishing the prospect of facing Roy Hodgson’s side in France next summer – which may include team-mate Tom Heaton. I respect Wales and the Ireland teams. Why not have a tough one close to home?

The worst draw for England would be Italy, Sweden and Wales, with the easiest-looking one being Austria, Hungary and Albania. “And Ibahimovic is a top-class player”.

The final Group B fixtures will take place on June 20 when England will play Slovakia in Saint Etienne and Wales will face Russian Federation in Toulouse. “By the time you get there you should know everything about them”.

“Russia and Slovakia will be interesting”. Hopefully I’m right, because it will give us a better chance.

“I may join him”. It’s good for the Irish fans but hard for us.

“If we’re honest it might be a little bit early but we have (Gary) Cahill, (Ross) Barkley, (John) Stones and a very good keeper (Joe Hart)”.

Hectic O’Neill and his employers face a hectic few days, no matter who Ireland are handed, with training bases, hotels and travel arrangements all to be confirmed.

Ex-Wales and Arsenal striker John Hartson believes Wales must look at their opening game against Slovakia in Bordeaux as a golden chance.

They progressed to the tournament unbeaten, but Antonio Conte’s men look a distinctly ordinary outfit.

“If you get four points you get out of the group. I’m going to the Paris for the draw with great excitement”.

“No I don’t think so”, he explained.

“It means we must be fully concentrated from the first game”, Loew said.

‘Naturally, you’re talking about Italy, who are effectively a Pot One team. “So to be in that top pool and avoid five other very strong teams is obviously a very big advantage”. Holland booked way back, years in advance, and they never made it, so I am delighted to be there, but we will know after the draw whether we are north or south. “There is no reason why we shouldn’t”.

The draw takes place from 5pm in Paris on Saturday evening.