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It’s all about winning in 2022.
A tale of two transfers.
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While Grealish has made an easy £100 million move to Manchester City, Kane is still playing chicken with Spurs.
The England team’s Euro 2020 was full of moments the country should be proud of.
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Euro 2020 was full of successes for this team, we shouldn’t forget that.
Mural of England player Marcus Rashford with messages of support plastered over racist abuse following Euros 2020.
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Studying the team over the past 25 years has provided clues as to why it’s plagued with issues of racism and hooliganism
Facing a penalty shootout: German football fans put their hands in front of their mouths to cover their stress.
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Fans feel some of the same emotions as players – and sometimes it can all be too much.
The England team reassure Marcus Rashford after he misses a penalty.
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England has often seen itself as a sporting underdog, it’s time that changed.
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A democratic approach to skills, expertise and responsibility have raised England’s game.
Referee Bjorn Kuipers at the Czech Republic v Denmark semi final.
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The Premier League could learn a thing or two from Euro 2020’s referees.
England competes against Germany at the UEFA EURO 2020 in London, on June 29, 2021.
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International football tournaments take us on a rollercoaster of emotions. After the stresses of the past 15 months, watching matches with friends can keep us on a more even keel.
England player Jordan Henderson fell foul of the offside rule during Euro 2020.
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The rule has been chopped and changed countless times since football’s official beginnings. Should it be done away with altogether?
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England players may be affected by the negative stereotype that they’re terrible in a penalty shootout.
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Two way communication and trust are key.
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New research shows that winners get to choose.
The future of the Canadian Football League is in doubt as it resumes play for the first time since 2019.
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The Canadian Football League is struggling to stay alive. All options, including help from government, should be considered as part of a national conversation about its future.
Three Lions writers Ian Broudie, Frank Skinner and David Baddiel.
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From Three Lions to You’ll Never Walk Alone, some songs have become unique expressions of love that fans have for the game and their teams.
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Those who booed the England team for their anti-racist demonstrations are part of a long tradition of silencing protest in sport
Christian Eriksen’s teammates formed a protective barrier around him, shielding cameras from more graphic, close-up shots.
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The BBC apologised for broadcasting images of Christian Eriksen’s collapse, but were they just giving the public what it wants?
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How much longer can we allow unhealthy products to be associated with ‘sport mega-events’ like Euro 2020?
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Much of the money that pays for the competition is spent to build global brands.
England manager Gareth Southgate gestures on the pitch during 2018 England V Switzerland friendly game.
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The images projected to fans of the sport have always been intentional. Here’s what they do to keep people onside.