England’s national team has been captured beginning their preparations for the Euro 2024 semi-final against the Netherlands.

Following the implementation of a new strategy in the quarter-finals, Gareth Southgate’s squad showed marked improvement compared to previous performances, although they initially fell behind to Breel Embolo’s goal in the 75th minute.

Subsequent adjustments, including Luke Shaw’s tournament debut, proved effective as England quickly equalized through a well-curled strike from Bukayo Saka.

After the match remained deadlocked through extra time, the Three Lions displayed composure in a penalty shootout, converting all five of their spot-kicks to secure their third semi-final appearance in a major tournament under Southgate.

With their upcoming clash against the Netherlands just days away, the squad returned to training on Sunday, aiming to edge closer to a place in the final.

Inside the England camp, video footage captured the team enjoying a leisurely bike ride near their Blankenhain base camp.

Adam Wharton was filmed humorously questioning his slow pace, prompting a reminder from an off-camera voice that it was a recovery ride.

In the gym, several players underwent rigorous training sessions. Conor Gallagher was shown performing trap bar deadlifts, while Trent Alexander-Arnold, celebrated for his penalty shootout heroics on Saturday, focused on weighted sit-ups.

To unwind from the intense schedule of tournament football, several players opted for a refreshing swim. Jude Bellingham and teammates Eberechi Eze and Phil Foden were spotted analyzing footage on tablets by the poolside.

An interesting feature was a replica Wilson ball, reminiscent of the iconic 2000 movie Cast Away, which Foden skillfully juggled against a wall using his head and shoulders.

Meanwhile, team captain Harry Kane presented Gareth Southgate with a gold cap, marking his achievement of overseeing 100 games since assuming leadership of the national team in 2016.