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Sep 2023
35m 18s

Excellent England, Doping in Football, a...

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Recorded immediately after England’s victory over Scotland, Gary, Alan and Micah debate the quality of the current England team and enjoy a brilliant performance from Real Madrid’s newest star Jude Bellingham. Plus the boys evaluate the standing of Kyle Walker in the pantheon of England right backs. Also up for discussion are doping in football, the potentia ... Show More
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