Last update on. From the section EnglandEuro 2020 on BBC Dates: 11 June-11 Jul Locations: Amsterdam. Live coverage on BBC TV, BBC Radio and BBC iPlayer. Also available via the BBC Sport website or app. For more information, click hereEngland supporters of long standing and long suffering were transported to a new world when they saw Gareth Southgate's team cruise into the Euro 2020 semi final in the most magnificent style in Rome.Southgate was the one who poured cold water on the excitement and celebrations after the last-16 victory against Germany at Wembley. This set up the magnificent formality of a 4-1 quarter-final victory over Ukraine.Southgate warned England that a first knockout victory against Germany in 55-years would be meaningless if England didn't build on it. They did, with a stunning dismissal of Ukraine and a meeting at Wembley with Dangerous Denmark on Wednesday.No nerves. There are no worries. There are no worries about expensive yellow cards. There is only the pleasure of wondering if England will add more, while relaxing and enjoying a performance that was more comprehensive or controlled than it could have been.You can't view this activity, sorry! jаvascript must be enabled in order to enjoy Newsround at its best.It is a strange feeling to those who have been following England's progress at major tournaments. It is not supposed to be this way - at least not in recent times.Before you start arguing about the quality of the draw or the luck of the draw, think back to the words that were spoken before Roy Hodgson's England suffered a humiliating exit against Iceland at Euro 2016.This could have been a banana skin, after the victory over Germany at Wembley. England, however, just confirmed their increasing authority and threat at Euro 2020.For the first time since 1966, England scored four goals in a knockout game at a major tournament.In five games, there were four wins and a draw. These are incredible numbers.To add to the excitement and anticipation that England's fans felt, Kane released his pressure valve with his goal against Germany and returned to his world-class self with two goals in Rome.Southgate will no doubt urge caution, temper expectations and (rightly), keep the nation under control before Wednesday's thunderous night at Wembley.All the best to Gareth.The past 55 years have seen England supporters become a naturally pessimistic breed. But Southgate's approach to the matter is changing that.He is gaining in stature as he becomes the second England manager to lead them to two semi-finals at major tournaments after their 2018 World Cup semi-final.Russia was always under the suspicion that a top-class team would destroy them. This proved to be true against Croatia. However, some doubts are beginning to disappear.England will be favourites against Denmark, but beware: The Danes are quality and characterful. They have a mission to complete Christian Eriksen's heart attack in their first defeat against Finland.The 1992 champions are driven by a sense that destiny and will not shy away from England's challenge.England and Southgate seem to have so many things going for them. Not least that they will be playing their semi-final at Wembley in front of a large home crowd.Southgate is at the core of everything. He has moved England's pieces around to perfection in Euro 2020. Southgate takes each match in isolation and is willing to adapt to changing circumstances.He has done this in partnership with Steve Holland, his trusted assistant, showing his courage and flexibility with tactics, personnel and personnel and the squad strength he can use.After using a three man central defense against Germany, Southgate switched to a back four in Rome. This means Jadon Sancho will get his first Euro 2020 start. The talented 21-year old has just signed a 73m move to Manchester United from Borussia Dortmund.England has not conceded a goal in the 2020 European Championship.German observers have disbelieved that Southgate believes he could do it without Sancho. He waited until the right time, and the youngster stepped in in Rome with impressive ease.Mason Mount, a high-class player in England's recent past, was also back. Jordan Henderson, Liverpool's captain, scored from the bench. Jack Grealish and Phil Foden were not needed.Luke Shaw's brilliance has been so evident that Harry Maguire and Harry Kane scored from Luke Shaw's free-kicks and open play. Chelsea's Champions League-winning left back Ben Chilwell is currently at the margins.Southgate offers options in all areas.Raheem Sterling is arguing to be the Euro 2020 player while Kane's goal against Germany has jumped-started his tournament. He suddenly appears rejuvenated, and Southgate is certain that he is the world-class striker he is.Even those who believe England is accompanied by a constant dark cloud of pessimism might feel the sun shining through.While it would be foolish for England to ignore Denmark, England should not be dismissed in this state of mind.It was a strange feeling, but it was one that every England fan in the country felt after their victory over Ukraine in the Euros semi-final.Denmark will now be waiting at Wembley, as England tries to reach the first major final since 1966's World Cup.It will be a memorable night.
