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Jun 2024
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Alan’s Report From Gelsenkirchen

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Should Southgate change anything for England’s next game against Denmark? Were Erik ten Hag’s comments about the England performance fair? Why is co-commentary harder than being a studio pundit? Gary and Micah welcome Alan back to Berlin to reflect on his experience at England’s opening game. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball. ... Show More
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