Joe Hart: England must 'dare to dream' ahead of Euro 2024

Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart has urged the national team to 'dare to dream' as they prepare for Euro 2024, saying the positivity in the camp will be 'through the roof'. Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, Hart expressed confidence in the squad's mentality and potential.

Hart's message to the squad

Hart, who earned 75 caps for England and was part of the squad that reached the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup, emphasized the importance of belief. 'You've got to dare to dream,' he said. 'The positivity in the camp will be through the roof. They have to believe they can go all the way.'

England's recent tournament form

England have reached the final of the last two European Championships, losing to Italy on penalties in 2021 and to Spain in 2024. Under manager Gareth Southgate, the team has consistently performed well in major tournaments, also reaching the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup and the quarter-finals in 2022.

Hart's perspective on the current team

Hart, now retired, praised the current generation of players for their talent and resilience. 'They have a great mix of experience and youth. The key is to harness that energy and turn it into results on the pitch,' he added.

The former goalkeeper also highlighted the importance of the fans' support, noting that the atmosphere in the stadiums can be a decisive factor. 'The fans have been incredible. They travel in numbers and create an amazing environment. That can lift the players when they need it most.'

England's Euro 2024 campaign begins in June, with the team drawn in Group C alongside Denmark, Slovenia, and Serbia.