Beckham: Many factors in England's favour

David Beckham insists there will be “no excuses” if England fail to reach the Euro 2004 quarter-finals by securing at least a point against Croatia tonight.

Beckham accepts many factors will be in England’s favour, including the majority of the fans in the 65,000-capacity Stadium of Light, as well as the cooler temperatures for a 7.45pm kick-off.