Group E:Â Ireland vs Sweden
What channel is it on?Â
BBC One
What time does it start?
Coverage starts at 4pm; kickoff is at 5pm
Where is it being played?
Stade de France, Saint-Denis
140-character preview
The Republic of Ireland find out just how tough Group E is going to be
Ireland player to watch
Shane Long. He’s often overlooked, and Liverpool were mocked in some quarters for their interest in the striker, but on his day the Southampton man is genuinely unplayable.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m27blLFiwoQ
Sweden player to watch
Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Do we even need to say why?
Why will Ireland win?
Because everyone’s underestimated a well-organised team with some real talents.
Why will Sweden win?
Ibrahimovic is capable of beating teams on his own, especially teams with multiple Derby County players in their ranks
JOE drinking game buzzwords
Roy Keane and Saipan; the phrase ‘Dare to Zlatan’; Ireland’s win over Germany; anything to do with Ikea or meatballs.
Headline predictions
The Long and winning road; Swede and sour.
