England fans gear up for Euro 2024 clash with Switzerland in Dusseldorf

Football fans are eagerly arriving at the Merkur Spiel-Arena in Dusseldorf as England gears up to face Switzerland in the Euro 2024 quarter-final. This significant match will mark Gareth Southgate's 100th game as manager and could signal a shift in tactics for England, who have faced challenges in the tournament. Despite a previous suspension, Jude Bellingham is set to play, with predictions pointing towards a 3-4-2-1 formation for England and a lineup featuring Saka, Alexander-Arnold, Stones, and Bellingham. Switzerland's expected starting lineup includes Sommer, Schar, Akanji, Rodriguez, Widmer, and Freuler. In other Euro 2024 news, Germany was eliminated by Spain in a 2-1 defeat, setting the stage for England's clash with Switzerland. Despite an official ticket allocation of 6,700, a massive 40,000 England fans are anticipated in Dusseldorf for the quarter-final. Ticket resale prices have soared, with some reaching up to £3,000, reflecting the high demand for this sold-out match at the 47,000-capacity Dusseldorf Arena. The vibrant nightlife of Dusseldorf is attracting England supporters, with the city's numerous pubs and central hotels already booked out. Unlike previous matches, no special measures are expected for drink purchases at the stadium during the England-Switzerland game. Switzerland is projected to have a strong fan presence, with praise for England's supporters for their good conduct throughout the tournament and a low number of arrests. The match kicks off at 6 pm, with BBC One broadcasting the game live for fans worldwide to witness this crucial quarter-final showdown between England and Switzerland in Euro 2024.