Sun starts to shine as last two arrive

However, our arrival on Swedish soil was greeted by torrential downpours. Not what we expected.

Watching yesterday's training session in the heavy rain, it looked like the lads all enjoyed themselves. They were pleased to stretch their legs, and the ball was zipping around quickly.

But today the sun started shining a bit and it brightens the place up no end. The beach is just a few yards from the hotel door - a nice place for a tea break, or even where I can conduct some of the player interviews for the website.

As well as Theo and Milly rolling up late last night, the lads from Sky arrived in the last 24 hours, too. Martin Tyler and Andy Burton were also the duo in Holland two years ago, so it was good to catch up and talk England. Alan Smith is doing the co-commentary with Martin and is also staying in the hotel here in Varberg.

I have a feeling we'll be having similar chats over the course of the tournament.