John Stones urges England to ‘take the handbrake off’ after reaching last eight

Gareth Southgate's side managed to scrape through against Slovakia on Sunday evening.

England’s John Stones during the Euro 2024 win over Slovakia (Bradley Collyer/PA)

John Stones insists England are ready to take the handbrake off after their “fight and desire” saw them come from behind to dramatically beat Slovakia in extra-time and reach the Euro 2024 quarter-finals.

Gareth Southgate’s side looked set to be heading home as Ivan Schranz’s first-half strike had Slovakia ahead until Jude Bellingham’s overhead kick deep into stoppage time tied the game.